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"Prayer – The Most Powerful Form of Energy"
(part 2 of a four part series)

“O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.” — Psalm 34:3 (NRSV)

I recently was able to talk with a couple who have been married for 60 years, and more than just that, they were still very much in love. First off, think about that, being married to the same person for 60 years. Our society has become so disposable that if we get even the least bit bored, let alone disinterested, we throw it away. There are way too many of us who treat relationships in the same way.

It’s because of this fact that I asked them, “How have you done it? How have you been able to make it through all that life has thrown at you and not only be together but be in love?” Their answer was eye-opening. They said one word: prayer. The look that I gave them must have shown complete confusion because they quickly continued. “Every night before we go to sleep, we pray. Every morning before we get out of bed, we pray. We offer prayers of thanksgiving, confession, joy, and concern. Whatever we happen to be facing, we offer it up to God. It has given us the energy to keep going in those days that were difficult, and the footing to know that we are not alone as we take the next step.”

As I’ve thought about their reason for success, especially in light of the topic for this month, I was struck by how prayer is an energy source that not only keeps them focused on God, but plugs them into the Almighty in such a way that no matter what the day may hold, they know that they are held in the energizing palm of the Almighty.

Prayer has that kind of power. How do I know? Because a couple who has been married for 60 years told me so. That’s how. Tap into the power of prayer for your relationship. You won’t be disappointed!

Heavenly Father, prayer can help us through everything and anything. Help us to recognize this truth and put it to work so that our relationships might truly thrive. Amen.


“Prayerful Living”