Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8600 Prayer and worship of the believer » 8602 prayer » 8612 prayer, and faith Effective prayer depends on faith, especially on a willingness to trust in God's faithfulness to his promises to his people. Faith is necessary in order to approach God Faith is necessary to receive benefits from God Mark 6:5-6; James 5:16-18 See also Ephesians 3:12; Hebrews 10:22 Faith is necessary for effective prayer Matthew 21:21-22 pp Mark 11:22-24 James 1:5-8 See also James 5:14-15 Jesus Christ responded to people's need on the basis of faith Matthew 9:27-30 See also Matthew 8:5-13 pp Luke 7:1-10; Matthew 9:20-22 pp Mark 5:25-34 pp Luke 8:43-48; Matthew 15:21-28 pp Mark 7:24-30 Examples of notable prayers of faith 1 Kings 18:36-37 Elijah, in contest with the prophets of Baal; James 5:17-18 Elijah, praying about rain; 1 Kings 17:19-22 Elijah and the widow's son; 2 Kings 4:32-35 Elisha and the Shunammite's son See also
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