Why Should I Still Pray when I've Got You (and Others) Praying FOR Me? (Answered)

God speaks to us through His written word, the Bible. Christians speak to God through prayer. Prayer is an important part of the Christian’s life; we pray in words and sometimes we pray in song. praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, pray without ceasing. Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. You pray to 1,,, To glorify God 2,,,To obey God’s command. 3,,, to have Fellowship with God. 4,,,,To follow Christ’s example. 5,,,,Prayer brings results. “The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” (James 5:16). I encourage you to take the time to think about the prayers that God has answered. And also, make a goal to pray more. 6,,,Prayer is vital to Christian maturity. We will not grow in our faith, if we do not spend time with God and His Word. We can go without food for a day or two without too much effect but then we begin to get weak. In the same we way, we will get weak in our spirit if we go without spending time with the Lord everyday. Prayer and the Word are food for our souls. Timothy 2:1,2 says to offer prayer, supplication, intercession, and giving of thanks on behalf of all men. Who should we pray for;;;;; Rulers - 1 Timothy 2:1,2. [Ezra 6:10; 1 Chron. 29:19] Children and family members - our spouse, relatives, etc. - 1 Chron. 29:19. [Matthew 19:13-15; Gen. 25:21,22; 24:12-14; 18:23-33; 1 Sam. 1:10-12; 2 Sam. 12:15,16; Luke 1:13] Lost sinners - Romans 10:1-3. Remember, however, that these people must meet the gospel conditions of salvation in order to be forgiven. [Matt. 9:36-38; Luke 23:34; Acts 7:60] Enemies and persecutors - Luke 6:27,28. [Acts 7:60; Luke 23:34] People sick and suffering - 3 John 2. [James 5:16; Num. 11:2; 2 Sam. 12:15,16; Gen. 20:17,18] Elders, deacons, preachers, and teachers - Ephesians 6:18-20. [Col. 4:3,4; Acts 4:25-29; 6:6; 14:23; 13:3; 1 Thess. 5:25; Matt. 9:36-38; 2 Thess. 3:1,2; Heb. 13:18] All Christians - Ephesians 6:18. [James 5:16] Paul openly told people he was praying for them. If we would do this, it would motivate us to be more diligent to pray for others, but it would also give Christians a greater sense of love and appreciation for one another. We should pray in private but also in public worship assemblies. We should not pray to make a show before others, but we should not be ashamed to pray around others at times when we otherwise would pray (cf. Acts 27:35). We should pray habitually throughout the day but also at special times when needs arise.

Did you know that the heart as you have shown actually came from a pagan symbol? I do remember reading something about intercessory prayer. What I remember is that it is suppose to open the way for the Holy Spirit to work on that person. I know I feel better when I know someone is praying for me. How about being baptized for someone else?

I am a Christian meaning that am a follower of Christ..So if Christ being God himself prayed to God the Father whilst he was on Earth , so should I. howsss dat..sounds valid enough reason as to why pray