Pastor Pierre Bennett’s mission for God’s Luv International Ministries Church has grown to include a vision of worldwide ministry care for those in need. With two services weekly in Virginia, God’s Luv International Ministries Church teaches the spiritual unity and priesthood of all believers in Christ.
Each week, Pastor Pierre Bennett encourages his congregation to pray like Jesus. Referring to Mark 14:37, Pastor Pierre Bennett tells his people the story about Jesus intensely praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, only to find his disciples weren’t waiting anxiously to hear what He had discovered during His time of intercession with the Father. Instead, Pastor Pierre Bennett says, they were fast asleep.
According to Pastor Pierre Bennett, the disciples should have been anxiously awaiting Christ’s re-emergence. They should have been asking Him what the plan was as soon as He emerged, Pastor Pierre Bennett says, and they should have done this because they loved Him–because they were the ones He had chosen to walk with Him.
These were the disciples closest to Him, Pastor Pierre Bennett points out. Christ was that garden praying fervently for the strength to carry out his Father’s will—and those closest to Him were fast asleep. Pastor Pierre Bennett quotes, “Could you not watch one hour?” Jesus instructed His disciples to watch and pray in order to avoid temptation. During a time of temptation, Christ told them, “the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak,” Pastor Pierre Bennett relates.
Fervency is important, Pastor Pierre Bennett tells his congregations, but consistency is important, too. According to Pastor Pierre Bennett, prayer brings a believer closer to God and consistent prayer can lead to greater blessings in one’s life. Actually, the truth is that closeness to God is the real blessing. Pastor Pierre Bennett says. So, by bringing a person closer to God, it stands to reason that prayer will bring blessings into our lives, Pastor Pierre Bennett concludes.
When we seek God and His kingdom, blessings will be abundant, Pastor Pierre Bennett believes. First, though, we must learn to walk His holy path. Even if we do not see immediate blessings, we will still win because we’ll be following the Lord.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things shall be added to you.” Pastor Pierre Bennett quotes one of his favorite Scriptures, Matthew 6:33. The more dramatic the problem, the more dramatic the outcome of our faith, declares Pastor Pierre Bennett. All we have to do is be consistent and fervent in following the Lord.
Candy Sy says
Pastor Pierre Bennett is trying to show us that praying is the best way of getting closer to God. Pastor Pierre Bennett is not only spreading the word of God, he also helps people return to God and encourages them to be better people.
Pastor Pierre Bennett says
@Candy – Thanks for leaving a comment. I think that’s the goal of Pastor Pierre Bennett is to serve people by spreading the word of God. “Pastor Pierre Bennett: Learning to Pray Like Jesus” – Pastor Pierre Bennett
Clover Drey says
Most of us are so busy with our day – to – day routine and forget these important things in our relationship with God. Pastor Pierre Bennett taught us that we should share a part of our time with God. We often think that God doesn’t need our affection, but he really does. It’s a relationship – not a candy store. Great word, Pastor Pierre!
Pastor Pierre Bennett says
@Clover – It ‘s my goal to remind you that God is waiting for us to return to him trough our prayers. “Pastor Pierre Bennett: Learning to Pray Like Jesus” Thank you for leaving a comment. – Pastor Pierre Bennett
Daryl Price says
I feel like this message was specifically for me. I often forget to pray to God even during the times when I don’t need anything specific. Pastor Pierre Bennett is good about showing us the things that we, as Christians, overlook. I’m very thankful to Pastor Pierre Bennett for helping me to return to God.
Pastor Pierre Bennett says
@Daryl – I’am glad that you realize to get in touch again to the lord. “Pastor Pierre Bennett: Learning to Pray Like Jesus” Thanks! – Pastor Pierre Bennett
Aldriene Lee says
What I can say about Pastor Pierre Bennett is his passion for serving God and God’s people. His heart is very pure. Thank you for reminding us of the important things in our daily walks with the Lord.
Pastor Pierre Bennett says
@Aldriene – Thanks for leaving a comment. I’m very happy that you made me part of your life. “Pastor Pierre Bennett: Learning to Pray Like Jesus” – Pastor Pierre Bennett
Nathan Forier says
Pastor Pierre Bennett reminds us in this article/sermon to continuously pray. He also gave me the revelation that we are not just to pray for what we want but to also acknowledge God’s presence and goodness in our life. I am glad that I read this article because it has a lot of good points.
Pastor Pierre Bennett says
@Nathan – God will always be thankful if everyone of us will learn how to accept what we have. “Pastor Pierre Bennett: Learning to Pray Like Jesus” Thank you for this heart warming feedback. -Pastor Pierre Bennett