What Do You Uphold as the Benefit of Prayer?

I was thinking about various facets of prayer today along with what one would claim are the benefits of prayer. Here are a few things that came to my mind:

1. Prayer helps to get our problems solved.

2. Prayer helps to steer one's life in the right direction.

3. Prayer is an avenue to place your hope in a higher power.

4. Prayer moves you to find peace for yourself.

I'm sure more benefits could be added to this list. However, I believe that the prime benefit of prayer is that it will make a significant difference in one's relationship with God. You will be drawn closer to God. You will be learning more about what it means to trust God in your life.

In praying you are surrendering your life into the hands of the Creator of the universe. Whether your prayer includes elements of confession, praise, petition, or thanksgiving, you are acknowledging your life is wrapped up with God.

Prayer is an avenue to help you grow in your relationship with God.