who lay down their peace often have stopped praying with thanksgiving and praise. Followers of Jesus need a vibrant prayer life. As the gospel song says, they need to “stay in touch with God.” They must avoid talking with God only about what they think they need, and regularly live with a thankful heart—giving thanks always in all circumstances for all things. There is a direct correlation between the degree people pray with faith, praise, and thanksgiving, and their confidence in prayer, their assurance