Burdened to Pray

 

3/12/2023

1 Thessalonians 5:17 “Pray without ceasing.”

I pray. A LOT! There is just too much happening in this world to try processing or carrying, so I pray. There are people I know who are suffering, so I pray. There are people I know who are sick, so I pray. There are people who I see boarding the train of decision-making who are not open to advice or wisdom, so I pray. There are people I know who are waiting for movement in their lives in one direction or another, so I pray. There are fractured and broken relationships all around me, so I pray. There are SO MANY people who do not know the saving grace of Jesus or the peace that can only be found in Him, so I pray.

Ephesians 6:18 “Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.”

Our world needs warriors of faith and persistent prayer. Often times, those that battle on behalf of others stand in the gap of faith. I believe this is to be able to share the Gospel message after the storm has past. It is a mighty blessing to be able to say to another human being, “I am praying for you.” It is almost always received with gratitude. It may even have a bigger impact then you will ever know.

James 5:16 “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”