Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Colossians 3:1 NIV http://bible.com/111/col.3.1.NIV
James 5:16 … the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. You pray to: get closer to God, see the changes made in your life/circumstances, give God thanks,