Public Prayer

The fifth kind of prayer involves the opportunities to pray at public events. “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him” (Col. 3:17). At times you may have the opportunity to pray at special events or the opening of a new business or organizations. This practice is not followed as often today as it was years ago. If you pray in public always follow this scripture “do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartly, as to the Lord, and not unto men” (Col. 3:23). Prayer at public events can be used of God to help convict the heart of individuals that need Christ. Prayer at these events can strengthen those who are Christians in an open witness of the love of God through Christ Jesus. If these public prayers neglect Jesus Christ and the Word of God then they have no eternal value. Public prayers also include our praying for food we are about to receive when in a public eating establishment. Prayers have been offered before the start of court and legislative sessions. Our country was founded upon Christian principals and prayer. Help us O Lord not to run from public prayer that lifts Christ and his love.