What is the relationship between Bible study and prayer?
They are the two halves of one line of communication. The Bible is God's communication to us; prayer is our response to Him. From His Word we receive instruction and encouragement; through our prayers He receives our thanks and our requests. Until that line is open both ways, our relationship with Him will never be what it is meant to be — and the more we know His Word, the better we know His character, and the more we find we can pray about.
Also asked: What is the connection between reading the Bible and talking to God? · How does Bible study and prayer work together in our relationship with God?
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How can learning more about God's character through the Bible help us become more effective in our prayers?
Source: The Basics The Basics, Unit 2, Lesson 2-5 — The Supply Line–Prayer
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- Name ten characteristics of the essence of God and explain the meaning of each.Same lesson · The Basics
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