Life

The definition of life (on earth) is the existence of...it is the capacity for growth, reproduction, functional activity, and continual change preceding death. 

     We are given life on earth by God for a purpose.  So, let's break down a few Godly elements about life according to the above definition:

Growth...comes through the reading of the book of life.  The Bible writings are inspired by God for our growth in the knowledge of Him.  

   "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."  2 Timothy 3:17-17

    "You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life.  These are the very Scriptures that testify about me."  John 5:39 

Reproduction...We reproduce Godly people by continuing to share God's message and the saving knowledge of Jesus, God's Son.
   "Tell it to your children, and let your children tell it to their children, and their children to the next generation."  Joel 1:3

Functional activity...is meant for good.  Doing good deeds, loving others, and seeking God and His ways in all our activities.
   "And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.:  Hebrews 13:16 

Continual change...comes about by staying in God's Word in order to learn more about God and grow in perseverance and godliness as we continually seek God in every avenue.
   "His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness.  Through these He has given us His very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.  For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge, and to knowledge, self-control, and to self-control, perseverance, and to perseverance, godliness, and to godliness, mutual affection, and to mutual affection, love.  For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.  2 Peter 1:3-8

  

Prayer and Why?

God is in control of all things.  If I do not pray, God's plans still do not change.  He is omniscient and knows all.  Yet,  God does give us a chance, through prayer. to be a part of His plans.  Prayer motivates us to seek His will and make requests to change situations.  May men in Biblical days sought God and asked Him to change His judgment plans.  So, if God already knows the outcome and what His true plans are, why should I pray?  Some highlights on this were given to me in my "In Touch" devotional and I have added a few more: 

1.  Prayer allows us the privilege of being involved in God's work.
2.  It teaches us to depend on God.
3.  It allows us to have communication with the Father.
4.  It gives us an opportunity to "Ask" for what we want. "We don't receive because we do not ask."
5.  It gives us an opportunity to bear fruit. (Align our will with His.)
6.  It gives us an opportunity to show love toward others by praying for others.
7.  Prayer strengthens our faith.
8.  Prayer helps us rely on God more and more.
9.  Prayer helps us seek God's guidance and protection.
10. Prayer deepens our relationship with God.
11. Prayer helps us grow in strength and wisdom.
12. Prayer gives us peace and comfort.

We are never alone in this journey; It is shared by the Father- the Master - the Creator of all.