| If you were to ask church members what is the greatest need in their church, you would probably get a lot of different answers. But one thing every church needs is more prayer. If we prayed more, many of our other problems would be solved. The early church was a praying church. When Peter and John reported what had happened to them, what did church do? They prayed (v.24). Without anyone organising it or begging people to come to a prayer meeting, they prayed. They had heard what the authorities said they should do. But as they prayed they turned their eyes to the Lord, believing that God is greater than any human government and he could overrule in their situation. As they prayed they didn't say, 'Lord please keep us safe', or 'Lord protect Peter and John'. They said, 'Lord help us to get on with the job of making Christ known'. They had faith also to ask God for miracles. What were the results? The Holy Spirit moved among them in even greater power (vv. 31-33). They themselves were united as never before and had wonderful fellowship with each other and blessing too. Is this what you want for your church? For yourself? Then take time to pray. Look beyond the circumstances to God. He can do what no-one else can do and he is willing and waiting to do it. A church is made up of individual members – you and the people who are with you. Will you do your part, God helping you, to make your church a praying church? A QUESTION: What kind of a church would my church be if every church member was just like me? | 
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