Prayer Changes Things SS

Prayer Changes Things. We often say it to one another, but is it scriptural? Isn't God's mind made up about everything already? Well, let's consult His Word to find out... "The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working" and "prayer avails much." James 5:16 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." Mark 11:24 "Then Jesus told His disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up." Luke 18:1 " ... in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philipp 4:6 Now, praying for a tennis bracelet or a new car, a ton of friends with morally questionable intentions or a killer house- those things may not necessarily appear after a quick request. No, our prayers need to align with God's will for us. God does bless with materi