Praying as His People Daily
Worship Wednesday #7
When you think of “worship,” does your mind jump straight to music? At Redeemer, we love joyful singing, but we also treasure prayer as a key act of worship. It’s not just something we do on Sundays; it’s a daily lifeline that unites us to Jesus. Our Deep Discipleship approach reminds us that He’s alive and with us all week, so why wouldn’t we talk with Him often?
Ephesians 3:20–21 praises God “who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think.” Notice the assumption there: we’re asking. Prayer is the vehicle through which we bring our praise, requests, and burdens to the One who can handle them all. It’s an ongoing fellowship with the Lord, aligning our hearts with His will. Yes, we gather to pray corporately on Sundays, but genuine worship flows beyond that single moment, continuing into our everyday routines.
At Redeemer, our Deacons play a special role in fostering a prayerful environment. According to our structure (p. “Deacons of the Church”), they help shape a culture of caring service, often by leading in prayer—whether in Gospel Communities, at a bedside, or during a midweek check-in with someone in need. This isn’t a formality; it’s a reflection of how we see ourselves as a family of believers, carrying each other’s burdens before the throne of grace.
Key Line:“Daily prayers magnify Him—together we seek His face.”
So how do we bring that spirit of prayer into daily life? Think of small, consistent steps. Pray while you’re commuting—whether that’s in the car, on the bus, or walking the dog. Offer a quick prayer of thanks when you see a beautiful sunrise. If a friend texts you a concern, stop and pray right then instead of just saying “I’ll pray later.” These simple habits train our hearts to live in ongoing fellowship, echoing the worship we share on Sunday mornings.
Call to Action:
This week, challenge yourself to pray earnestly each day—maybe set a short reminder on your phone or pick a mealtime to pray for the church family by name. Ask God to deepen our unity, strengthen those in need, and fuel our disciple-making efforts.
Final Encouragement:
Prayer isn’t an add-on; it’s part of the Gospel-Centered, Disciple-Making lifestyle we cherish. As we seek His face daily, we cultivate hearts that rely on Him, love one another more deeply, and reflect His glory to a watching world. Because worship goes far beyond a single service—it overflows into every day, binding us closer to Jesus and each other.
