Prayer is the work of the Christian. Throughout the New Testament, we see prayer emphasized and encouraged. In His darkest hours, as the swords and torches came to haul Him away, Jesus spent time in prayer. Paul continuously urges his readers to pray, even as he recounts his prayers for them. The Apostles, even in the face of church troubles, prioritize the Word and prayer (Acts 6:4). If we believe the Scriptures, we must believe that prayer — communication with God — is foundational to our Christian walk.