Empirical research indicates that prayer and intercessory prayer

have no discernible effects. While some religious groups argue that the power of prayer is obvious, others question whether it is possible to measure its effect. Dr.

Does prayer really change things?

Though our prayers do not change God's mind, He ordains prayer as a means to accomplish His will. We can be confident that prayer does change things—including our own hearts. ... R.C. Sproul argues that prayer has a vital place in the life of the Christian and calls us to come before God's presence with joy and hope.

Are prayers really powerful?

Prayer is one of the most powerful weapons God has given us, and looking ahead at 2021, I believe it has never been more important for God's people to be on our knees. But knowing how to pray is not always easy. Jesus' disciples felt the same confusion. ... The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13) is Christ's response.