Prayer Changes Things

What did you pray for today? What and who is on your prayer list? What are you believing God for? No doubt you prayed for your family and loved ones today. Perhaps you may have prayed about your home, your finances, and your health. I believe you would agree that prayer is single handedly the most powerful tool we possess. Prayer lays the foundation for sweet dreams at night, and prayer jump starts us at the dawn of a new day. Some of us even whisper a little prayer as we go about our daily activities. We know that prayer is one of the best ways to communicate with God and to spend time with God. In fact, the bible tells us to, “Pray without ceasing.” I Thessalonians 5:17

We all know that prayer changes things. There is plenty of proof in the Word of God to validate prayer and the benefits of prayer. One of God’s promises is that He hears us when we pray. Isn’t good to know that no matter what we are faced with, we can go boldly to the throne and make our petitions known to God and He will answer? The Word of God tells us that, “What things soever ye desire, when you pray, believe that ye receive them and ye shall have them.” Mark 11:24

Prayer is not only a tool, but it is a powerful weapon that we all possess. It can break strongholds, heal the sick, bind the brokenhearted and send the enemy fleeing away from you. There are times when it may seem that our prayers have not been answered fast enough. But we discover while we wait for an answer, that answer is always right on time. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16.

This year is half gone, much has happened, and time waits for no one. Our world, our country, our state, our city, and our neighborhoods are in a state of emergency. There is so much heartache and devastation in the land. The media paints a grim picture every day, reporting some of the worst events in our history. From natural disasters i.e., hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires to manmade disasters i.e., financial recessions, depressions, and the effects of climate change.

Crimes committed by youth and young adults are at an all-time high. The cry of mothers losing their children to senseless violence is heartbreaking. The plight of our young people is frightening, it makes you want to holler and throw up both your hands. But I believe all is not lost. Why do I believe that all is not lost? Because I believe prayer still works and prayer still changes things. There are millions of believers in this world, in our country and in our cities. God promises us in His Word, “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” II Chronicles 7:14

Let us all Pray. “Man ought always to pray.” Luke 18:1

Peace and Blessings . . .