“How can I preach about God as boldly as Paul?” “How can I proclaim God as confidently as Peter?”
I used to think that to preach boldly and confidently, great faith was necessary. After learning that “faith comes from hearing,” I diligently studied the Bible. However, my faith did not grow as much as I had expected. While wondering what I might be missing, I came across a verse that made me realize:
“Again, if the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?” 1 Co 14:8
To produce a trumpet sound loud and clear enough to be heard from afar, the one blowing it must take a deep breath. Prayer is the breath of the soul. Although I had wanted to sound a clear trumpet, I had neglected to focus on taking in a deep breath—prayer. Now, to increase my spiritual lung capacity, I resolve to pray without ceasing, so that the gospel of the kingdom may reach even to the distant ends of the earth.