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DISCOVER THE POWER OF PRAYER: TIPS FROM THE BIBLE

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Prayer has been a vital part of religious practice for centuries, and it continues to be a powerful tool for connecting with a higher power and finding peace in times of turmoil. The Bible is full of examples of prayer and offers guidance on how to pray effectively. In this article, we will explore the power of prayer and provide tips from the Bible for strengthening your own prayer practice.

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EVERYDAY LIFE IN BIBLE TIMES (HANDS “TO RAISE OR STRETCH OUT” PT 1 OF 3)

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As students , we learned to raise our hand in the classroom to gain recognition to speak. The en masse raising of hands at a sporting event signals celebration. Neither of these forms of hand raising are apparent in the art and literature of the ancient Near East, but we do find both morals and gods depicted with uplifted hands in a variety of scenarios.

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