The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays.

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The function of prayer is not to influence God, but...
The function of prayer is not to influence God, but...
The function of prayer is not to influence God, but...
The function of prayer is not to influence God, but...
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There is a very positive and powerful look at the power of prayer in the Bible. The Book of James speaks about prayer and how it can change us and transform our lives. It’s interesting to think about how much we face every day that we could change because of prayer.

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