The Priority of Prayer – Dr. Charles Stanley

Paul’s instruction to the believers in Thessalonica was to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17). But between the hustle and bustle of everyday life, that can seem like a pretty tall order!


The reality is, God designed prayer to energize, not drain, us. In this message, Dr. Stanley explains that when we make prayer a priority, we reap a whole host of benefits like comfort, guidance, and confidence.


As believers, prayer is our most profitable activity.

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As a homeless teenager, I managed to come across Dr. Stanley's picture in the newspaper, regarding his rapid recovery from an operation. I remember clipping his picture and keeping it inside my pocket. Many years later, Dr. Stanley led me to the Lord via one of his many broadcasts. To think that the Lord Jesus Christ, had whispered in my ear, that he knew where I was at the time, and also provided me with a snapshot as to who would lead me to salvation. I love this guy!

[robertlorenzo]

I’ve lost my mom in 2012 my dad in 2019 and my wife in 2020. But I’m so greatfull that God will never leave me or forsake me. I have a wonderful relationship with him, Jesus is my best friend, I pray that everyone will seek a relationship with Him in Jesus Name I Pray Amen❤️

[lydiairabor]

Dr Stanley has gone to be with Lord yet his msgs still reaches people back here on earth, what a Man he was.

[koolertrek]

This man is a gift to us in our walk with Christ!

[johncline]

I used to pray a lot then I stopped for the most part. My life spun out of control pretty fast and stayed that way for a long time. Bad things were happening but I couldn't see it. I was truly blind. Long story short, I re-devoted my life to God and am back to praying a lot. We have conversations, He makes me chuckle, He makes me feel comforted, and He makes sure my mom and I have what we need.

One of my favorite times of prayer is sitting by my vegetable garden after dinner praying for a bountiful harvest.

God is an Awesome God!!!

[mariekelley]

Pray for Dr. Stanley, that the Lord will PROTECT him from the Corona plague. In Jesus' name.

[mariagandara]

When I was 46, I became single. I prayed and prayed for years for a partner, a companion because I couldn’t handled being alone. But I never did get one. I finally accepted being alone, now I’m 74 yrs. old. I’ve been ok all these years understanding that he’s my companion and my provider. Thank you Pastor Stanley, I will now pray without ceasing. Amen

[angelaauthor]

God has blessed his life cuz he has been faithful. I love how peaceful his voice is.

[nealhansel]

He makes everything simple. That's why I have loved listening to him for so long. Every time he says "Watch this!" it brings joy to my spirit. 😀

[wepreachchristcrucified]

We must remember that the shortest distance between our problems and their solutions is the distance between our knees and the floor. -Charles Stanley

[chad]

I have been living in spiritual darkness, not praying correctly, and haven't been listening to God like I should be. I am going to start praying better now and more constant to grow my relationship with God. I pray that everyone will be healed soon. God bless you🕊

[deestevens]

"Times are uncertain. God is certain"

[rosniwant]

Prayer is as oxygen of a christian spiritual life.

[gracemorganspeaks]

Pray at all times without ceasing. Pray for the sick, oppressed, those persecuted. Pray in both good and bad times

[kudeegarley]

Prayer has healed, comforted, and strengthened me in every area of my life. Being able to communicate with our heavenly Father is a gift and a blessing.

[angyr]

Thank you Jesus In everything, I need you Lord in every minute and every second of my life 🙏🕊❤️🛐

[susanhutchinson]

His messages are life-changing and timeless. 🙏🏻❤️

[prjdghyt]

Now I understand why I woke up just after this video had been uploaded a few minutes ago. God wanted me to watch this. I kept crying. I started to prioritize prayer months ago then I stopped. Now I'll make it a priority again. I am thinking about how it is I could have a closer relationship with God. Well I've been praying, a little, but not actively setting a time for it. Just whenever I feel like. And I asked for God's forgiveness regarding that. I know, he's been letting good things happen, and I understand now that it was also to get my attention. I wanted to live my best life, it is wonderful that that is what God wants to give me. 😭

[bejoyful]

Talk to Him continuously silently when awake to bless, comfort, protect and guide us.

[abeekuworldchanger]

I lost my Grandma and aunt on the same day last year tomorrow. A year from now almost. I can't do this life without Jesus. I really can't. Prayer is important.