As a Christian, it’s important for you to know the incredible power of prayer. Whether your prayer is one for employment, forgiveness, guidance, healing, help, protection, or etc continue to pray because there is power in prayer.
God Already Knows Your Needs
The word of God says, “…don’t be concerned about what to eat and what to drink. Don’t worry about such things. These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers all over the world, but your Father already knows your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need” (Bible verse: Luke 12:29-31).
God already knows what you need before you go to Him in prayer; He’s just waiting on you to ask Him. Now, I’m sure you ask, “if God already knows, why must I pray about it?” Well think about it like this: parents typically know the needs of their children before they ask for anything.
However, parents normally wait for the child to ask FIRST. Not because they don’t know the needs of their child but rather to wait and see if the child is going to ask for whatever they need.
Our Heavenly Father does the same with us. God is more than able to meet and exceed the needs of His children. God is only waiting for you to go before Him in prayer and tell Him what your needs are; my question to you is have you done it yet?
Make Your Request Known to God
The Bible tells us not to worry about anything but instead to pray and fast about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all He has done (Philippians 4:6; NLT). I like this bible verse because it encourages us to make our requests known to God instead of worrying about everything which is something we seem to be good at doing.
No matter what you’re dealing with; how hard it may seem, there’s nothing impossible or too hard for God. God is more than able to heal your body, restore your marriage, save your household and etc. The only thing you have to do as a child of the Most High God is ask for it in prayer.
For the scripture declares that “you can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it” (Matthew 21:22). I am a living testimony that when you make up in your mind to have faith, pray and to seek and believe God, He will move favorably on your behalf.
I have prayed for healing, college grants, employment, direction, favor and etc and I have witness God open doors. Not because I deserve it (because I don’t), but because of God’s unmerited favor.
God Is An On Time God
“The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results” (James 5:16; NLT).
Never underestimate the power of prayer. Just because you’ve prayed for something 20 times or for 20 years does not mean your prayer went unheard. The manifestation of your prayer may not come when YOU want it, but if you continue to be diligent in your praying, you will see that God is an on time God.
Let me tell you something….the power of prayer will turn the situation around and cause God to produce a miracle for you in the midnight hour. It will cause a shift in the atmosphere just when you were about to lose all hope. It will cause your enemies to bless you; it will bring restoration to your household and etc. Why? Because “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1).
The Power of Prayer: Finial Words
Sometimes the most powerful prayer is not the one that last 60 minutes; at times the most powerful prayer is the one where you say, “God help me!”
I don’t know what your story is; I don’t know all that you’re going through but I want to encourage you today and let you know that there is power in prayer. God doesn’t want you to worry about today or tomorrow; instead He wants you to pray about everything and to make your request known to Him.
I encourage you to take God up on His word. I can attest to the incredible power of prayer as I have witnessed God’s unmerited favor last week. Not because I deserve it; but simply because I went before His throne and asked. I come to tell you that God still answers prayer; that there is power in prayer. Just be diligent; consistent and have faith.
Don’t give up if you don’t get what you are praying for immediately and don’t allow the devil to play with your mind neither. As a God that’s all knowing, you have to trust and know that God answers prayer in His perfect timing.
However, until you see your prayer manifest, continue to believe, have faith and to thank God in advance for answering your prayer. Remember, seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and everything else will be added unto you. Don’t lose hope child of God, there is power in prayer.
Christian Prayer Request
It’s never too late to pray. God answers prayer and He’s still able to turn the situation around. Furthermore, if you need prayer, I would be more than happy to pray for you. Just send your prayer request to: contact@2PraiseGod.com or you can send your prayer request here.
God bless you and rest assure knowing that there is power in prayer. Be blessed and Encouraged in Jesus Name; Amen.
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for the past few months i’ve came to know that GOD is the most powerful saviour and provider when i got accepted at the university and when he had to lead me to my path of career,I praise Him, THANK YOU DEAR LORD
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Amen Norah!
Praise be unto God! He is indeed powerful and is a provider. Thanks for sharing what the Lord has done for you. It’s not only encouraging to me, but to others as well. God bless you in Jesus name
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I have a question to ask… When I want to have a specific outcome, for example I want to go to only this particular college because it’s better for me.. but i haven’t gotten my results yet.. Do I leave everything in God’s will or do I have faith and say “I believe I’ll get into my college”
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Hi Shiny,
The word of God say, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ” – Philippians 4:6
God already knows what we need, however, just like a Father, He wants His children to come before Him in prayer and tell Him what we need. Therefore, I encourage you to go before your Father and tell God what you’re in need of; having done that, believing God for it to be done.
I might also add that it’s important to ask things that are in God’s will for our lives. God bless you Shiny! Praise God for the doors He’s opening in your life!
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I have to admit that at times i am confused of how God answers prayers..prayers are answered instantly and times at takes forever but one thing is that i am taught not to give up and i just have to put my trust in Him because His time is the best time and knows what is best for me but most importantly is that my relationship with Him is far better than anything in this world because when i have Him firmly rooted in me; i have all i need!! God Bless!
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Hi, my boyfriend and I have been having petty arguments that have escalated into us not speaking and holding grudges towards each other. I tried to make things work, but he was space and now I feel lost and alone without him. I know I have not treated him the best to my ability and I hope he will give me another chance. I love him with my heart and soul. I also know that my relatonship with God has not been the best either. I am in the middle of trying to restore that also. I just want things to be good with my boyfriend again and not feel this loneliness and hurt anymore.
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