Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Some of the most memorable words of Paul's letter to the Philippians are found in these verses. He begins with an exhortation: Rejoice! Find joy in the Lord, in His character, His power, His desire to do what is best for you. Second, he reminds us that the Lord is very present in each and every circumstance. It is not like we have to go search for Him because He is hiding from us. He is near - only a prayer away. Thirdly, as we appreciate His person, presence, and the privilege of prayer, we rest in His peace, entrusting our requests to Him. It is not some sort of "magic formula", but it is a clear understanding of how prayer "works." He is always able. He is always near. We need to always talk with Him.
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