Most Pray Like a Calvinist

Have you ever noticed that Christians, regardless of which way they lean theologically, almost always pray like a Calvinist? Think about it. If you have non-Christian friend or family member that you have been praying would give their life to Christ, how do you do it? What do you say, or more to the point, how do you say it? Do you pray that the person would search for Christ? That they would choose God? Probably not. You probably pray that God would draw him or her to Himself. Or you pray that God would provide you an opportunity to share the gospel with them and that God would prepare their heart to receive that message. Or maybe you pray that God would use someone in his or her life, maybe even you, to open their eyes to their need for a Savior. Nearly all of us pray in a way that recognizes the sovereignty of God in all things, including salvation. We don't pray for those who don't know Christ as their King to better exercise their free will, make better choices, and begin seeking after God. No, we plead to God on behalf of our friends and family, praying that He would draw them to Him and open their eyes to their own sinfulness, repent of that sin, and receive a new life through Christ.