07/12/2025
PRAYING IN THE SPIRIT IS NOT SPEAKING IN TONGUES.
Prayer is, without a doubt, a spiritual exercise. Regardless of the various types of prayer one may engage in, the central theme remains that they must be spiritual. This month of December, in our corporate prayers, we have been drawn to Jude's encouragement to pray "in the Holy Ghost"
“But ye, beloved, building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Ghost,”
— Jude 1:20 (KJV)
But what does this truly mean?
The Greek expression "προσευχόμενοι ἐν πνεύματι ἁγίῳ" (proseuchomenoi en pneumati hagiō) refers to praying by or under the influence of the Holy Spirit. This is not restricted to speaking in unknown tongues (glossa: tongue, a language naturally unacquired). Rather, praying in the Spirit, as mentioned by Jude, is a broader calling that is foundational to all kinds of prayer.
The apostle Paul, In his letter to the Ephesians, also affirms that all kinds of prayers and supplications should be done in the Spirit (Ephesians 6:18). Child of God, The basic requirement of a praying man is to pray in the Spirit, not in the flesh (Carnally inspired attitude of praying).
Praying in the Spirit guarantees alignment with the will of God, this is an essential aspect of prayer that should never be ignored at all costs. The alignment of our petitions with His will can only be attained through the guidance or inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
Not everyone possesses the gift of speaking in unknown tongues, yet this does not imply they cannot pray in the Spirit. Speaking in tongues is so essential to a believer's life, yet it is not exclusively the only way to pray in the Spirit.
Dear fans and all, As we continue this journey of prayer, let us remember that praying in the Spirit is not just a suggestion, but a necessity.
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TakeHome:
1.Praying in the Holy Ghost means praying under the influence of the Holy Spirit.
2.Praying in the Holy Ghost is not just a suggestion but a necessity.
3.Praying in the Spirit guarantees alignment with God's will.
4.Praying in the Spirit is a basic requirement for effective prayer.
5.Speaking in tongues is not an exclusive way to praying in the Spirit.
Let's continue tonight!