How would you explain prayer and the priesthood of the believer to a friend? What Scriptures would you use?
I would tell a friend that prayer is simply talking with God — and because of the cross, every believer is a priest who may come straight into God's presence, no go-between needed. The Bible is God speaking to us; prayer is us answering back. You can bring Him everything, all day long, like a running conversation with your closest friend. And when you don't know what to say, His Spirit even carries your requests for you.
Also asked: How do I understand prayer and my role as a believer before God? · What does the Bible say about talking directly to God and being a priest like Jesus?
Also asked, more loosely
Can ordinary Christians talk to God without needing a priest or other intermediary?
Source: The Basics The Basics, Unit 2, Lesson 2-5 — The Supply Line–Prayer
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