Why should I pray through difficulties?
Praying through difficult times can help you to keep your focus on Jesus. When Peter was in the midst of the storm, he was able to conquer it by keeping his eyes on Jesus. Only when he looked away did he begin to sink. Prayer helps us to keep our focus on the most important thing, Jesus.
Praying in difficult times can also bring us peace and comfort. The Bible says that if we pray at all times, the peace of God will keep our hearts and minds safe (see Philippians 4:6-7). It also states that the “God of all comfort” will comfort us in times of difficulties (see 2 Corinthians 1:3-5).
How to Pray Through Difficulties
Pray without Ceasing
Don’t worry about anything, but in all your prayers ask God for what you need, always asking him with a thankful heart. And God’s peace, which is far beyond human understanding, will keep your hearts and minds safe in union with Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 GNT
Pray for Wisdom
The Bible says that if anyone lacks wisdom, he should ask God for it because God is generous and will give it to all (see James 1:5).
Pray for Strength to Endure
The Bible says that God is our “refuge and strength”, a present help in times of trouble (see Psalm 46:1-3). Pray and ask the Lord to be your strength and to give you strength to endure.
Pray that God will give you Patience
The Bible says that you should be patient in your troubles and “pray at all times” (see Romans 12:12). Pray that God will help you to be patient as you continue to seek his face in difficult times.
Pray that God will give you peace
The Bible says that God gives you peace that is unlike anything that can be found in this world (see John 14:27). Pray that God will give you his peace and do not let your heart be troubled (see John 14:1)
Pray that God will use Your Difficulties for Good
The Bible says
The Bible says that what was meant for evil against you, God means it for good (see Genesis 50:20). Pray that God will use the difficulties in your life to accomplish something good.
Pray that the Holy Spirit will Pray for You When You Don’t Know How to Pray
“And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words“. –Romans 8:26
Not sure what to Pray or How to Pray? Make sure you check out these prayers for difficult times by topic as well as these 11 example prayers for strength during difficult times by Ali.
Conclusion
It is important to pray through difficulties and in difficult times. Prayer will help us to keep our focus on Christ, it will bring us comfort, and it will help us to grow in strength, courage, patience, and trust. Do not forget to pray always in all circumstances and make your requests known to God. He is faithful, and he will answer.