Focus on the Family with Jim Daly

Making Prayer a Priority in Your Marriage

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Apr 17, 2025
Ryan Frederick, author and speaker from Fierce Marriage, joins to discuss the transformative power of prayer in marriages. He emphasizes the importance of praying for each other regularly, aiming to inspire couples to commit to a 40-day prayer challenge. They explore how prayer can reset emotional tensions and strengthen unity, sharing practical tools like prayer journals and incorporating scripture. Frederick highlights the need for intentional prayer practices to deepen connections and navigate parenting and life’s distractions together.
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INSIGHT

Prayer Requires Humility

  • Prayer humbles us by breaking down pride towards God and others.
  • Often, prayer becomes routine and loud, missing deep connection and God's impact.
INSIGHT

Hidden Pride Blocks Prayer

  • We often don't pray because we don't truly feel our need for God.
  • Pride blinds us from recognizing our dependence on Him daily.
ANECDOTE

From Self-Reliance to God-Dependence

  • Ryan struggled with self-reliance during a difficult work season, neglecting prayer.
  • He refocused by journaling, "Lord, I need you more than I need revenue," shifting to reliance on God.
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