# 20 Marriage Devotional: Why Praying for Yourself Matters

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Podcast: [Marriage After God](https://stenobird.com/podcast/marriage-after-god-1000819)
Published: 2026-03-04T14:20:44+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Marriage After God podcast, we explore the vital habit of praying for yourself and why it matters as much as praying for others. Jesus models daily dependence on the Father, so how much more should we? Learn what it means to pray without ceasing, and gain practical steps to deepen your own prayer life with guidance from the Holy Spirit. What we cover in this episode- The biblical basis for prayer and its importance Jesus' example of prayer and dependence on the Father The concept of praying without ceasing and practical application The significance of praying for oneself and others The role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and interceding in prayer Join in on our devotional series and get your copies of Husband After God and Wife After God Follow Marriage After God: Instagram: Marriage After God Instagram: Unveiled Wife Instagram: Husband Revolution Support this podcast: Shop Marriage After God Become a patron Smith Family Resources, Inc © 2026 Keywords: prayer, spiritual discipline, relationship with God, Jesus' example, praying for yourself, Holy Spirit, prayer life, biblical prayer, spiritual growth, intimacy with God

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