Five-Finger Prayers

Read: James 5:13-18

Pray for one another. --- James 5:16

The Bible In One Year:
2 Chronicles 17-18
John 13:1-20

Prayer is a conversation with God, not a formula. Yet sometimes we might need to use a "method" to freshen up our prayer time. We can pray the Psalms or other Scriptures [such as The Lord's Prayer], or use the ACTS method [Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication]. I recently came across this "Five-Finger Prayer" to use as a guide when praying for others:

When you fold your hands, the thumb is nearest you. So begin by praying for those closest to you --- your loved ones [Philippians 1:3-5].

The index finger is the pointer. Pray for those who teach --- Bible teachers and preachers, and those who teach children [1 Thessalonians 5:25].

The next figner is the tallest. It reminds you to pray for those in authority over you --- national local leaders, and your supervisor at work [1 Timothy 2:1-2].

The fourth finger is usually the weakest. Pray for those who are in trouble or who are suffering [James 5:13-16].

Then comes your little finger. It reminds you of your smallness in relation to God's greatness. Ask Him to supply your needs [Philippians 4:6,19].

Whatever method you use, just talk with your Father. He wants to hear what's on your heart. --- Anne Cetas

Our prayers ascend to heaven's throne
Regardless of the form we use;
Our Father always hears His own
Regardless of the words we choose. --- D. De Haan

IT'S NOT THE WORDS WE PRAY THAT MATTER, IT'S THE CONDITION OF OUR HEART.