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27. Fear Of The Lord Means Praying Seriously

Psalm 145:19 — “He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him.”

Luke 18:1 — “They ought always to pray and not to lose heart.”

James 5:16 — “The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.”

The fear of the Lord deepens prayer because reverence understands who God is. Prayer is no longer empty routine but holy fellowship with the living God. Fear produces earnestness, dependence, and persistence in prayer.

Jesus prayed continually because He walked in perfect communion with the Father.

• Reverence strengthens prayer life.
• Fear produces dependence upon God.
• Prayer deepens fellowship with Christ.

What this means:
• Prayer is essential to spiritual life.
• God invites believers into fellowship.
• Reverence removes casual indifference.
• Persistent prayer strengthens faith.

Daily walk:
• Set aside consistent prayer time.
• Pray honestly and reverently.
• Bring every burden before God.

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Clay Corvin

Clay Corvin is currently a Bible Teacher and occasional preacher at Bethel Community Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is the retired VP Business and Professor of Admin at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary after completing 38 years as their Business Administrator. He was the pastor at the Brantley Baptist Center for twenty-five years. He is married to Carol Corvin and the father of three children and has three grandchildren. He ministers today as Co-pastor of the Bethel Community Baptist Church and seeks to share the Gospel with everyone. Jesus is Lord!