Pastor Dolapo Lawal has encouraged Christians to be honest with God about their emotions and struggles, particularly during seasons when prayer feels difficult.
Speaking during a recent teaching, Pastor Dolapo Lawal stated, “Telling God I do not feel like praying is also prayer. Be honest with Him about what you are going through.”
He emphasized that believers do not need to hide their genuine emotions from God when approaching Him in prayer. According to his message, even expressing a lack of desire to pray can become an honest conversation with God.
His remarks have resonated with Christians who have experienced seasons of spiritual dryness, emotional exhaustion, disappointment, or difficulty maintaining their usual prayer routines. The message encourages believers to bring those realities to God rather than pretending to feel spiritually strong.
The statement has also renewed conversations about authenticity in prayer. Biblical prayers often contain expressions of fear, confusion, grief, frustration, and uncertainty, showing that honest communication with God can include difficult emotions.
Pastor Lawal’s message ultimately encourages believers to approach God sincerely, bringing both their faith and their struggles before Him instead of believing they must have the perfect words or emotions before they can pray.