Acts 12:5. So Peter was kept in the prison, but prayer for him was being made fervently by the church to God.

“Do we truly know the power of our supernatural weapon of prayer?  Do we dare to use it with the authority of a faith that not only asks but also commands?  God baptizes us with holy boldness and divine confidence, for He is looking not for great people but for people who will dare to prove the greatness of their God!”  A.B. Simpson

Peter was put in prison by Herod, being guarded by four squads of soldiers, and yet through the power of prayer, he was miraculously released.  Do I pray with the boldness that the faithful prayed for Peter?  Do I really understand the true nature of the power of prayer?  Do I pray boldly, commanding the promises of God?

These are all questions I ponder.  I believe in prayer, but are my prayers fervent, like the prayers offered for Peter?  My hope is that by continuing in prayer each day, the Spirit will provide.

Heavenly Father, remove any doubt, increase my faith, give me boldness as I pray.  Make my prayers worthy of Your greatness.  Praying in the name of Jesus.  Amen.