Pray the Word with David Platt Enduring in Prayer (Colossians 4:12–13)
Nov 20, 2025
Explore the power of prayer through the example of Epaphras, who worked tirelessly on behalf of others. Learn how to identify those in your life who need your persistent prayers. David Platt emphasizes the importance of praying for unreached peoples and encouraging mutual intercession within communities. He also offers a heartfelt prayer for the Meirah people of Yemen, asking for gospel access amid conflict. Discover how intercession is a profound act of trust in God's response.
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Prayer As Labor, Not Mere Words
- Epaphras exemplifies prayer as active labor, not a passive wish.
- David Platt highlights prayer as working hard on others' behalf until they stand mature in God's will.
Choose People To Labor For In Prayer
- Identify specific people in your sphere to labor for in prayer and commit to praying for them.
- Reach out and ask others to pray for you if you lack someone currently interceding on your behalf.
Participate, Don't Just Listen
- Participate actively in collective prayer, not just passive listening to this podcast.
- Pray for unreached people globally and ask God to raise intercessors for you and others.