“God bless everyone in the whole wide world”

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PAUL’S PRAYER FOR THE EPHESIANS

He prays they will have hope

He prays they will understand the riches of Jesus Christ

He prays they will understand God’s power

WHY DOES PAUL PRAY THIS WAY?

He prays for what he knows his friends really need (Matthew 6:33)

His prayers reflect what he really wanted in life

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR US?

Praying for other people is an important ministry and a high calling

We should pray for the spiritual needs of others

Be an intercessor and pray for the spiritual well-being of others