Bible Verses About Prayer
Learn about the power of prayer through these Bible verses. Discover what Scripture says about how to pray, when to pray, and God's response to prayer.
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“Do not be anxious about anything, but 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.”
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”
“But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”
“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”
“In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”
“This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.”
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.”
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most powerful prayer in the Bible?
The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) is often considered the most important prayer as Jesus taught it as a model for prayer. It includes praise, surrender to God's will, requests for daily needs, forgiveness, and protection from evil—covering all essential elements of prayer.
How should I pray according to the Bible?
The Bible teaches to pray with sincerity (Matthew 6:5-6), faith (Mark 11:24), thanksgiving (Philippians 4:6), persistence (Luke 18:1), and according to God's will (1 John 5:14). Prayer can be spoken, silent, formal, or conversational—God values your heart over your words.
Does God answer all prayers?
God hears all prayers from His children, but He answers according to His wisdom and will. Sometimes the answer is yes, sometimes no, and sometimes wait. God always responds in the way that's best for us, even when we don't understand (Romans 8:28).
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