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Prayer is a Lifestyle you build

 🌿 Prayer Is a Lifestyle You Build Upon

By Leota Muschette-Vassell

BSc Social Work


Prayer: The Foundation of the Choices You Make Each Day

1 Thessalonians 5:17 — “Pray without ceasing.”

Matthew 7:7 — “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it shall be opened to you.”

The Power of Prayer

Have you ever made a decision you later regretted because you didn’t take time to pray first? Many of us have. We rush into choices—big or small—without seeking God’s direction, and then wonder why things didn’t turn out as we hoped.

Prayer is more than a religious habit; it’s our lifeline to God. It’s how we communicate with the One who knows all things and sees beyond what we can. Through prayer, we invite His wisdom into our decisions and align our hearts with His will.

Prayer and Our Daily Decisions

When we make choices without prayer, we often lean on our emotions or opinions. That can lead to mistakes, regrets, and unnecessary burdens—what I call “life baggage.” But when prayer becomes the foundation of our choices, we allow God to guide our paths and protect us from traps we can’t see.

Before choosing a direction, making a commitment, or responding to a situation, pause and pray. Sometimes the answer may not come immediately, but prayer positions you to hear God clearly when He speaks.

Prayer Builds Relationship

Prayer isn’t just about talking—it’s also about listening. In the stillness, God speaks. As we grow in prayer, communication with Him becomes easier and more natural.

When your relationship with God deepens, every other relationship—whether with family, friends, or a spouse—becomes stronger and healthier. Effective communication with God lays the groundwork for effective communication with others.


God in the Midst of Life’s Storms

Life will bring storms and seasons of testing, but prayer keeps us anchored. When we pray, God sends help—through His Word, His Spirit, and sometimes through people He places in our path.

Our trials aren’t wasted; they shape us to encourage others who are walking through similar challenges. Each victory in prayer becomes a testimony of God’s faithfulness.

A Call to Prayer

Today, before you make another decision, take a moment to pray. Ask God to direct your steps. Trust that He hears you and will respond in His perfect timing.

When prayer becomes your foundation, peace will replace confusion, and purpose will replace uncertainty. Every choice made through prayer draws you closer to God’s will for your life.

Written by: Leota G. Vassell

Leota Inspirational Thoughts Blog

Comments

  1. UnknownJuly 23, 2018 at 3:44 PM

    Prayer is key! (Shakera)

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  2. Leota G.VassellJuly 24, 2018 at 9:37 PM

    yes Prayer is the foundation

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  3. UnknownApril 16, 2019 at 12:47 PM

    Yes prayer is the key to open any door God is able

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  4. UnknownApril 1, 2020 at 4:19 PM

    Thank GOD for this avenue, (PRAYER) to reach HIM.

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  5. UnknownFebruary 4, 2021 at 11:27 AM

    Prayer is the keys to unlock doors.

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  6. UnknownFebruary 8, 2021 at 8:12 PM

    Prayer is communicating with God, if we dont communicate then we wont have a relationship

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  7. Leota G.VassellFebruary 14, 2021 at 11:44 AM

    Amen we need to communicate to have a good relationship with God blessings 😊

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  8. AnonymousMay 20, 2026 at 11:13 PM

    I agree that in all our ways we should ask God for directions before we do anything. Sometimes we forget to include him first. Thanks for sharing. ( Alisha )

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  9. AnonymousMay 22, 2026 at 11:41 PM

    Hallelujah thank You Jesus for this enlightening encouragement you are definitely a blessing to the body of Christ as a newly wed I’m so happy I came across this what a blessing 🩷🙏🏻

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