Prayer
is a divine gift and the most personal way to communicate with God. It is not
just about presenting our needs to Him but also about allowing Him to speak to
us, guide us, and transform us from within. Prayer builds intimacy with God and
creates an atmosphere where His will is revealed and executed. It is often said
that prayer is a two-way channel; we talk or commune with God and He responds.
The
Prayer Altar and Its Power
The altar of prayer is where life-changing
events are decided, and spiritual battles are won. It is on this altar that the
unseen influences the seen, and where God's power is made manifest in our
earthly circumstances. Since marriage is a union that involves the spirit,
soul, and body, the prayer altar becomes a vital platform for fostering
harmony, addressing challenges, and ensuring growth in the relationship.
If you desire positive change or divine
intervention in your marriage, the altar of prayer is the starting point.
Through consistent prayer, couples can experience transformation in their
relationship and build a stronger foundation for their union.
Benefits
of the Prayer Altar in Marriage
Here
are some of the outstanding benefits of engaging the prayer altar as a couple:
·
Casting Burdens on God
Prayer is where we surrender our worries and anxieties to God, trusting Him to
take care of our burdens. As Jesus said in Matthew 11:28, “Come to Me, all
you who labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Couples who
pray together can experience the peace and rest that comes from leaving their
challenges in God's hands.
·
Personal and Situational
Transformation
On the prayer altar, God works on our hearts and situations. He refines our
weaknesses and flaws, making us better spouses and equipping us to love and serve
each other selflessly. At the same time, He orchestrates solutions to external
challenges, aligning circumstances with His divine will. Matthew 18;19 “Again
I say unto you, that if TWO OF YOU shall agree on earth as touching anything
that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in
Heaven”
·
Softening Hearts and Healing
Relationships
Prayer has the power to turn the hardest of hearts. God can heal strained
relationships, soften difficult spouses, and bring wayward children back into
alignment with His purpose. Proverbs 21:1 reminds us, “The king’s heart is
in the hand of the Lord, like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He
wishes.”
·
Spiritual Unity
Praying together strengthens the spiritual bond between couples. It fosters
unity and alignment as you both seek God's will for your marriage. This shared
pursuit creates an environment of love, understanding, and mutual respect.
·
Building a Legacy of Faith
When couples establish a consistent prayer life, they model faith and reliance on
God for their children and generations to come. This legacy of prayer can
transform not just their marriage but their entire family.
Practical
Steps to Build a Prayer Altar as a Couple
- Set a Specific Time: Establish
a regular time for prayer that works for both partners.
- Create a Conducive
Environment: Choose a quiet place where you can pray without distractions.
- Pray Aloud Together: Take
turns sharing your heart with God and agreeing on each other’s requests.
- Use Scripture as a Guide:
Incorporate the Word of God into your prayers to claim His promises.
- Be Consistent: Make it a
non-negotiable part of your daily routine, just like eating or sleeping.
The prayer altar is the foundation of change
and divine intervention in marriage. Whether you are newly engaged, married for
years, or facing challenges, prayer has the power to transform your
relationship and align it with God's perfect will. Start today by committing to
consistent prayer with your spouse and watch how God brings change, healing,
and growth into your lives.
Call
to Action:
- Make prayer a priority in your
relationship.
- Ask yourself the question, “In
difficult times, where and who do you run?
- Set aside time daily to
connect with God as a couple, seek His wisdom, and align your hearts with His
purpose.
- Let the altar of prayer be the
starting point for every decision, challenge, and joy in your marriage.
- When nothing else seems to be
working, instead of complaining, why not try praying?
When you pray, put in place a prayer altar; together,
you will see the transformative power of God at work!