Whatever it takes, Lord, fill me with the Holy Spirit and any gifting you would be pleased to give me. Four years ago, I helped start a gathering of men and women from different countries to pray about God's work in the world.Pleading in prayer is only appropriate when practiced in a humble manner. You've prayed but God doesn't answer your prayers. Be strong and courageous. In times of distress turn to God in prayer and ask Him to fulfill His promises to His people. Members of the local clergy pray Thursday during the National Day of Prayer observance at Duncan. They were filled with churchy words, and prayed in a churchy tone, even when I was praying silently. What a great petition! Wondering what to pray for today?