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What does the Bible say about lifting up holy hands in prayer?

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The Bible commands that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting (1 Timothy 2:8).

In 1 Timothy 2:8, Paul states that he desires for men to pray in every place, lifting up holy hands without anger or doubt. This instruction emphasizes the importance of approaching God in prayer with sincerity and purity. The act of lifting up holy hands symbolizes a state of being that is aligned with God's holiness, indicating that prayer must be rooted in a heart cleansed by the righteousness of Christ rather than merely an outward physical gesture.
Scripture References: 1 Timothy 2:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

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Lifting up Holy Hands
Gabe Stalnaker · Nov 13, 2022
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