Prayer is a powerful and transformative practice that lets us talk to God and connect with him intimately. It is not just a simple conversation but a lifeline that sustains us through every challenge and triumph. Through prayer, we experience our Lord’s profound love, guidance, and the unshakable assurance that He loves us. Even when His answers to our prayers take time, God provides what we need in His own way.

In this powerful episode of the Revelations Podcast, Reagan invites Laurel Bunker, a dynamic preacher, educator, leader and V.P. of Training and Education at Pulse Evangelism, to talk about the supernatural power of prayer and how it impacts heaven and earth. They discuss in depth what prayer is, why it’s important, and how it can change your life by cultivating an intimate relationship with the One True God. Laurel also shares her personal experiences with prayer and how communing with God freed her. Learn about prayer and bring this powerful lifeline that unites you with God into your life.

Join us as we delve into the depths of prayer, discovering its ability to empower us against the enemy, break our chains, and draw us closer to the heart of God.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:

1. Deepen your understanding of prayer as a lifeline that sustains us as God’s children.
2. Find out how prayer lets you talk to God intimately when you pray with honesty and an open heart.
3. Don’t be afraid. Learn how prayer can build up your faith and allow Jesus to pull you free from fear.

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• More from the Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | Youtube
• Making Jesus Known (Ft. Evangelist Nick Hall)
• Listening to the Word of God: How We Can Let God Lead In Our Lives (Ft. Pastor Tom Flaherty)
• The Voice of God (Ft. Courtnay Suter)
• Pulse Evangelism
• Connect with Laurel Bunker: Website
• Bible Verses:
• Ephesians 4:11
• Exodus 20
• Acts 17: 22 - 34
• John 17
• Daniel’s Prayer: Daniel 9
• Hannah’s Prayer 1 Samuel 2: 2 - 10
• Esther’s Request for Prayer Esther 4: 15-17
• Romans 8:34
• Hebrews 7:25
• Revelations 12:11
• Isaiah 40
• Ephesians 6: 10 - 20
• Acts 9
• Matthew 24
• Psalm 51 
• Psalm 139

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Episode Highlights[02:42] Laurel’s Role at Pulse Evangelism

• Laurel's new position in training and education at Pulse Evangelism involves building an international evangelism center.
• The center will train 18 to 30-year-olds in evangelism, prayer, and discipline. It aims to train people to talk to God, share their faith, and evangelize without fear.

[04:44] Daughter of the Most High King

• Laurel first experienced a rigid relationship with God, driven by fear and duty rather than love. She was taught to fear Him and felt at fault for Christ’s suffering and sacrifice.
• She learned the truth in college. Laurel realized God’s love for her and changed her perspective as the daughter of the High King.
• Your relationship with Christ and how you see yourself in the eyes of God changes your Christian life.
• Laurel lived in fear and was bound by it. Jesus pulled her free so that she could move in Him and talk to God without fear.
• Don’t simply listen and believe what others say. You also need to examine what you believe and study it. Use the Word of God and the many resources we have today to stand boldly in our faith.

[21:11] What Is Prayer and Why Is It An Integral Part of Your Life?

• Prayer is the heart’s posture and soul's surrender in communion with God. We need to focus our hearts and minds on our time and conversation with God.
• Even if God knows everything, He still wants to hear from you and communicate with love through prayer.

 

[22:46] Laurel: “When we have both our heart and our soul, in communion with God, without fear or shame, we can communicate with the one who loves us and knows us best.”

 

• Like in any relationship, communication is important. Talk to God. Maintain your union with Him through communion in prayer.
• Pray to the One True God and not to any false gods. Don’t let idols distract and divide your heart and mind.
• A lot of people were never taught about prayer. However, it’s important to learn about prayer, fasting, and meditating on God’s Words to keep you focused on your intimate relationship with God.

[30:42] Understanding Prayer in the Word of God

• Laurel talks about John 17, the moment when Jesus is preparing to sacrifice Himself to take on our sins. He prays not just for His disciples but also for His future believers.
• Daniel’s prayer, Hannah’s prayer, and Esther’s prayer show their honesty and their hearts on display as they pray to God. It is this honesty and knowledge that they can go to God for grace and help that is in these prayers.
• Jesus is constantly interceding and fighting for us. He prays for us, the Holy Spirit is with us, and angels watch over us to protect us.
• Even when you’re too busy or have no words, you can do it anywhere and however short or long. It doesn’t have to be perfect.
• Beyond the power of prayer in strengthening our intimate relationship with God, it also aligns our minds and prepares and protects us. Prayer is a part of our armor.

[49:38] Living a Prayer Life

• God listens and recognizes our pain. He might not always act on it how and when we want Him to but it’s important to trust Him.
• Understand God’s character and His many names. From El Roi, Jehovah Shalom, and more, these names help you understand the vastness and multifaceted nature of God.
• We know Jesus from a human point of view. However, we can know Him differently and remember how we’re made new through His sacrifice.
• Coming together in prayer can be powerful. Laurel and Reagan talk about their tabernacle experience where they felt the Holy Spirit come and sit with them.
• Read the Scripture and the conversations between God and His people. The simple personal prayers based on His Word can be the most powerful.

[01:05:30] The Power of Praying Out Loud

• Praying out loud is a proclamation of faith. It is a way to decree and declare God's truth and authority.
• With His absolute authority, prayer pushes back the enemy and denies the power of what Satan speaks.
• As we pray, it’s important to believe in God’s strength especially when you are weak.
• Prayer and God’s Word can pull you out of negative emotions and situations, just like how Laurel was pulled out of her fear by building her faith through prayer.
• Don’t be afraid, the Lord is with you. Get past the fear and resignation to go and spread the gospel and faith.

 

[01:13:53] Reagan: “Proclaim who Jesus is and that you are covered in the blood of Christ so that the enemy can’t touch you. There is power in speaking that out loud that the enemy knows that you are speaking in your authority in shutting the door.”

[01:14:17] Why Pray?

• Prayer is a gift that was given to us, no strings attached; all you have to do is accept it.
• Know that God responds, He hears, sees, knows, understands, and loves us.
• In your relationship with God, commune with him. Talk to God and let him know that you love Him. Know too that God loves you.
• It’s worth cultivating your relationship with God so that you can stand before Him and worship Him for what He’s done.

[01:17:22] Laurel’s Answered Prayer

• God has always opened a door for Laurel when one closes as she applies for a job.
• However, that didn’t happen for Laurel. Instead, God answered in a different way by providing rest, allowing her to preach, and travel the world.

 

[01:19:03] Laurel: “Answered prayer oftentimes doesn’t come in one giant perfected, tied with a bow, answer. Sometimes it comes unrolling something where you get bit by bit.”

 

• Stepping into a new season of life for Laurel, her answered prayer was revealed little by little.
• It is through this time of elongated prayer that she was able to get to know God, talk to God, cultivate an intimate relationship with Him, and learn to forgive and trust.
• God wants you. He is listening. The first step to communicating with God is to receive Him as your Lord and Saviour.

About Laurel

Laurel Bunker is a dynamic preacher, educator, and leader with over 30 years of experience in ministry, higher education, and non-profit sectors. Recently, she joined Pulse Evangelism as the Vice President of Training and Education. Laurel's ministry extends nationwide. Her deep love for Jesus and commitment to mentoring others reflect her life's mission to empower and uplift communities.

Learn more about Laurel and her work on her website.

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