Bible Verses About "What Is Supplication in the Bible"
Supplication is earnest, humble prayer that brings specific requests and needs before God, often accompanied by urgency, persistence, and deep dependence on His mercy.
Supplication is earnest, humble prayer that brings specific requests and needs before God, often accompanied by urgency, persistence, and deep dependence on His mercy.
"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God." — Philippians 4:6 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is Supplication in the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God."
"I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty."
"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints."
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