While browsing my prayer diary, I found that ADONAI had answered all my prayers. I was so encouraged and filled with gratitude. How great, majestic, and awesome is our God!
The Creator of the Universe and all creation, yet He has time to hear our prayers and answer every nitty gritty detail that needs to get done. Here are a few examples:
MOM'S RECOVERY
Last year my 85-year-old mother had a stroke and she was bedridden. At that moment it seemed like the closing chapter in her life. But she fought back, taking frequent falls, yet a year later she is hale and hearty, walking about with a walking stick she can do without. She went from wobbly steps to a limp to normal and we didn't quite notice when it happened. Yet my dear friend, a year younger than me, who also suffered a stroke late last year didn't make it. Tragically she passed away last month. I am heartbroken for her young son who is as old as mine, and her elder daughter. The following Sunday was Resurrection Sunday and it gave me hope in my sadness. Surely we will meet again because of Yeshua's resurrection and ascension.
My mother suffers from old age dementia and has a loss of short-term memory. She doesn't remember recent events, whether or not she has eaten, whether we talked on the phone or not, and so on, but she has a happy disposition and continues to pray regularly. My dad takes good care of her and they keep each other entertained. But an older friend of mine who suffers from dementia is in bad shape. She lives alone and cannot take care of herself. She attacks those who try to help her, and it is an ordeal for everyone.
TWO WEDDINGS.
Last year I prayed much for two weddings, even to despair. But now, both couples are happily married and settled. It is a victory that they have happened with so many hurdles to overcome. I am grateful that the Holy Spirit has given me a picture to pray for one of the couples. I am praying for many more, often wanting to give up, but I am waiting for God's timing in their lives.
ADMISSION TO COLLEGE
My son got into Medical College, my alma mater, last year, far away from us. He is happy to live in a fraternity of boys and play football whenever there is an opportunity, even if it is at midnight. My heart aches for him, but I am happy for him. I have to pray a lot more for him, his company, his studies, his future, and his integrity and faith walk.
A BOOK TO BIRTH.
It seemed like my book would never see the light of day, but it did. I am grateful to ADONAI for all the help I received. It was published on Amazon on the 2nd of November as a tribute to my dad.
A CHURCH TO PRAY FOR.
I went to a church with many misgivings about their corruption. But ADONAI wants me to be there and to pray for them. If I don't pray for them, especially when I sit in church, I hear the Holy Spirit telling me to do so. No answers are visible and it is a difficult situation, but I am praying for God's Name to be honored and His kingdom to come. His will and purpose are to be done. Please say Amen with me.
THERE IS NO NEED TO PRAY.
Often, we feel we are working for ADONAI and there is no need to pray. In any case, God knows our needs and gives before we ask. We can get away with business or doing other things. We must do what we are called to, whether we like it or not, but we cannot do away with prayer. It is necessary.
When we don't pray,
we lose faith and slowly stop believing in ADONAI.
We become hard-hearted and disobedient. ( Like the Pharaoh).
The Bible becomes boring and we don't want to read it.
We don't receive inspiration, revelation, or encouragement from the Word of God.
We don't hear the Holy Spirit speaking and are not forewarned.
The anointing of the Holy Spirit weakens and we grieve Him.
In no time, we are no different from worldly people.
If we don't wake up in time, we will backslide into the world's grime and dirt, which is a dangerous place to be. A dear friend saw a dream thrice in three nights, leaving her wondering what it meant. The day after, she saw her father's medical reports and knew that God was warning her that a whirlwind was going to hit her family soon.
PRAY AND PRAISE ADONAI.
Better still, close the door, read the Bible, and hear ADONAI speaking.
Study the Bible, follow the leads, and learn from the word with an open heart and mind.
Pray the Word and apply it to your life.
Pray for the world's nations through the news, a list, or a prayer book.
Pray for your nation and leaders for justice, truth, and righteousness to rule and reign.
Pray for your neighborhood, for salvation, for safety and peace.
Pray for your workplace, its purpose and reach, for their families and needs.
Pray for your spiritual family, and the churches you attend, and for discipling more people and their needs to be met.
Pray for your family and friends, those who support and partner with you, for blessings, good health, and the fear of YHWH.
Sit in silence, praising ADONAI and waiting for His presence.
Rejoice, sing, and praise ADONAI. Come away blessed and at peace.
Let your prayer time be your happy time with ADONAI.
Shalom and love.
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