In this episode of How to Study the Bible, Nicole explores what it truly means to pray for others. Whether it’s praying for someone you love or for someone who frustrates you, Scripture gives us clear direction.
Nicole walks through Matthew 5:44, Matthew 6:9–13, and John 17:20–23 to show how Jesus teaches us to pray—for enemies, for loved ones, and for the unity of all believers. Along the way, she offers a framework that helps us move beyond vague or self-centered prayers into bold, confident intercession that aligns with God’s will.
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🧠 Main Takeaways
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Pray for those who bother you.
Jesus commands us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute (or irritate) us—this is how we show we are true children of God (Matthew 5:44). -
Pray for those you love.
The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13) provides a model: pray for God’s kingdom to come, His will to be done, and for His provision, forgiveness, and protection in the lives of those close to you. -
Pray for unity.
In John 17, Jesus prayed for future believers—you and me—that we would live in such unity with one another and with God that the world would know who Jesus is. -
Shift your prayer focus.
Instead of only asking God to “fix” people, pray with confidence for God’s presence, provision, and glory to be revealed in their lives.
📜 Bible Verses Referenced
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Matthew 5:44 – Read on BibleStudyTools.com
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Matthew 6:9–13 – Read on BibleStudyTools.com
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John 17:20–23 – Read on BibleStudyTools.com
🙌 Calls to Action (CTAs)
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Practice this week – Choose one person and pray for them every day for seven days, using Jesus’s framework.
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Join the conversation – Share prayer requests or insights in the How to Study the Bible Podcast Community on Facebook.
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Subscribe & Share – Help others grow in their prayer life by forwarding this episode.
🔗 Resources & Links
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Nicole’s website: NicoleUnice.com
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Sign up for Real Talk Newsletter: nicoleunice.com/realtalk
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