The shocking anger Jesus displays toward the fig tree and the temple was a wake-up call then—and it should be now. There are many interesting details we could dive into, but the key point is this: Jesus reveals that prayerlessness is a silent killer. When prayerlessness sets in, it weakens our faith, halts our growth, and robs us of power. The message is clear: pray like your life depends on it.

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