Let us consider Him, our blessed example and pattern. He commenced, carried on, and ended His ministry with prayer. We read of Him praying:
1. At the time of His baptism. (Luke 3:21).
2. “He withdrew Himself into the wilderness, and prayed.” (Luke 5:16).
3. “He went out into a mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.” (Luke 6:12).
4. “He was alone praying.” (Luke 9:18).
5. “He took Peter and John and James, and went up into a mountain to pray.” (Luke 9:28).
6. “He was praying in a certain place.” (Luke 11:1).
7. “He kneeled down and prayed.” (Luke 22:41).
8. “He prayed more earnestly.” (Luke 22:44).
9. And finally at the close of His marvelous life, amidst the agonies of the cross, He prayed for His enemies. (Luke 23:34).