Proper Praying Positions And Patterns With Biblical References
Prayer Styles
1. Loud And Aggressive
Psalm 34:6 (NKJV) This poor man cried out, and the Lord heard him And saved him out of all his troubles.
Mark 10: 47- 48: 47 When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 48 Many people admonished him to be silent, but he cried out all the louder, “Son of David, have mercy on me!
This pattern is most common in Africa, especially Nigeria. We pray vehemently, voraciously and passionately. This pattern works and shows desperation and determination just like Bartimaeus did. This pattern is effective but is it ideal in all scenarios? not. There are prayers you pray…
2. Silently
1 Samuel 1:13 (NKJV) – 13 Now Hannah spoke in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard. Therefore Eli thought she was drunk.
Matthew 9:21 – 21 She said to herself, “If only I touch His cloak, I will be healed.”
Silent prayers reach Heaven as fast as you can imagine, they get to God cos it’s absolutely between you and him and no other party hears your conversation and request. They are very very effective and always provide answers when engaged properly. It is not also ideal in all situations.
3. Eyes Open
John 17:1 (NKJV) Jesus spoke these words, lifted His eyes to heaven and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You,
This is also effective depending on the maturity and situation as well. In an active deliverance session, it’s advisable to keep in contact with the other person to avoid accidents especially when they are possessed with a foul spirit. This is also the best for drivers or anyone in active service or operation.
4. Praying In Tongues
This is the most effective for personal intercession and devotion and not for the public. The most effective prayer is ROM 8:26 – 26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know how we ought to pray, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans too deep for words. Take your prayer from your understanding or reasoning to His understanding. The Holy Spirit helps our infirmity and selfish desires in the place of prayer.
This pattern is experienced and enjoyed by those who are baptized by the spirit of God. This is the almighty prayer pattern it takes all shapes and styles and gives effective results. Whether sitting or standing or walking or lying down, eyes opened, groaning in the Spirit always delivers.
The Bible says Christians ought to pray always and faint not. There is no specific time or hour that prayer doesn’t reach heaven. Pray without Ceasing, in season and out of season. Prayer is the master key to unlocking doors.
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