If God already knows everything and holds all power, why pray? It’s a common question—and a profound one. But Scripture reveals that prayer isn’t a contradiction of God’s sovereignty; it’s a complement to it.

In God’s design, our prayers are part of His purpose. We see this throughout the Bible—God invites people into His plans through prayer. Abraham interceded for Sodom. Moses pleaded for Israel. Elijah prayed for rain. Each moment was real, effective, and relational.

God’s sovereignty doesn't make our prayers irrelevant; it makes them meaningful. Because He is in control, we can trust that our prayers matter. They don’t change His nature, but they align us with His will. They prepare us to participate in what He’s doing.

For those in ministry, this perspective brings clarity. It allows us to teach prayer not as an effort to twist God’s arm, but as a way to tune our hearts to His purpose.

As author J.I. Packer said, “God foreordains not only the ends but also the means. The prayers of His people are part of the means.” In other words, prayer is one way God works.

So keep praying—not to inform God, but to walk with Him.