Prayer

The lecture talks about the importance of prayer in the life of the believing person, considering it a living and deep relationship between man and God. His Holiness Pope Shenouda III explains that prayer is not مجرد words that are said, but rather a life of fellowship, love, and union with God, in which the person feels the presence of God and His work in his life.

The lecture also confirms that prayer gives the soul peace, comfort, and consolation, especially in times of distress and trials. When a person prays with faith, he surrenders his matters to God and trusts in His divine management, so his heart becomes filled with reassurance and hope.

His Holiness Pope Shenouda III explains that prayer needs a pure heart and humility, because God looks at the depth of the heart and not at the abundance of words. Therefore, prayer should come from true love and a sincere desire to draw near to God.

The lecture also points to the importance of continuing in prayer without weakness, because perseverance strengthens the spiritual life and protects the person from sin and weakness. Daily prayer helps the believer grow in grace and remain steadfast in the spiritual path.

The lecture also confirms that prayer should be mixed with repentance and thanksgiving, for repentance purifies the heart, and thanksgiving opens the soul to receive God’s gifts and blessings.

In the end, the lecture calls for making prayer a permanent way of life, in which the person feels that God is near to him at all times, hears him, cares for him, and leads him toward salvation and eternal life.

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