Praise prayers are not as common as other types in modern prayers. This one is paired with a petition. Explore this prayer with us from 1 Kings as a model for your own praise prayers.
Usually the only blessing prayers we offer our over food or perhaps a child. But prayer blessings have a rich variety in the Bible. Join us here as we explore this prayer by Solomon from First Kings.
Sometimes, the way we live our lives and treat others is a testament to our faith. And it can influence non-believers. Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer by a non-believer who pronounces a blessing on God because of King Solomon.
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from 1 King 3, which teaches us a wonderful model of how to pray confession, thanksgiving, and petitions.
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from 1 Kings 2.23 which can teach us how to use prayer vows in our own lives.
God’s work in the world is not always apparent, but these prayers from first kings are just to keep praying for just that reason. Just because we do not see the results at the moment does not mean he does not hear us. Dr. Mark McDowell as he explore this prayer’s background, meaning, and application to our own prayers.
First Kings offers lessons on prayer during both good and challenging times. The book documents Solomon’s reign, the division of the kingdom, and the deeds of various kings and the prophet Elijah. Key themes include the faithfulness of Israel’s leaders, the significance of the Jerusalem Temple, and the interplay between hope and despair in prayer.
