As we come out of this season of COVID, let us heed to the command of Hebrews 10:24-25, “let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some…”   The haunting part of this command is that some believers have developed the habit of “neglecting” fellowship with other believers during this season. 

This same grace that was extended to Paul, also extends to us in Christ in our suffering.  And while we may be tempted to wallow in self-pity and bring others into our suffering, through Christ we have the ability to encourage others while we pass through whatever we are going through. 

Prayerlessness is a fruit of a life that puts God at the periphery and self-effort at the center.  Prayerfulness is a life that puts God at the center and recognizes without His power nothing of true value is accomplished.  James 5:16 reminds us this way, “The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”