Prayer Partners

Most men act as lone wolves when it comes to spiritual leadership.

James 5 shows us the importance of having others in our lives and the power of praying together. Outside of praying with their spouse, a leader will seek out other men to pray with regularly. This is a practice that most men are uncomfortable with and quite frankly, it doesn’t have to be that way.

Having a prayer partner could be a simple phone call each week, connecting after a workout, or staying a few minutes after a church service together. The key is to find a man that cares about you as a person and have the courage to ask them to pray with you each week.

Full disclosure - It may be awkward at first, but like everything else in life, it gets easier. This is something you must commit to doing weekly. Hold each other accountable and if you miss more than 2 weeks in a row, draw a line in the sand and say this is not going to keep happening. Truly listen to what your prayer partner has on their mind and if you need to write it down, take notes! You will find this time uplifting and strengthening as you share your burdens together.

You will also find comfort in knowing that a fellow brother in Christ knows your specific details that are impacting your life as seasons come and go. Finally, commit to praying for your partner outside of your set prayer time together. Lift them up daily and fully rely on God to lead you both through this amazing journey together.

Question to Consider

1. What would be the hardest part in finding a prayer partner?
2. Who could be a prayer partner that you want to approach this week?
3. What actions will you commit to today to be the leader God intends you to be?