The apostle Paul frequently urges his readers to be diligent in their prayer lives. For example, he says: … rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer. (Rom. 12:12) Do not deprive one another except with consent for a time, that you may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again so that Satan does not tempt you because of your lack of self-control. (1 Cor. 7:5) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. (Phil. 4:6)
