WHAT: Ephesians 6:18

“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.” New International Version (NIV).

“Pray at all times and on every occasion in the power of the Holy Spirit. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all Christians everywhere.” New Living Translation (NLT).

HOW: Romans 8:26; 1 Corinthians 14:2,15

“26) . . . the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express.” New International Version (NIV).

“2) For one who speaks in an [unknown] tongue speaks not to men but to God, for no one understands or catches his meaning, because in the [Holy] Spirit he utters secret truths and hidden things [not obvious to the understanding]. . . . 15) Then what am I to do? I will pray with my spirit [by the Holy Spirit (Who) is within me], (and) I will also pray [intelligently] with my mind and understanding . . . ” The Amplified Bible (AMP).

WHY: James 5:16b

“The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.” The Message Bible (MSG).

“The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” King James Version (KJV).

“The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” New King James Version (NKJV).

“The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” New International Version (NIV).

“The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and wonderful results.” New Living Translation (NLT).

“The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].” The Amplified Bible (AMP).

WHEN: 1Thessalonians 5:17

“Pray without ceasing.” King James Version (KJV).