According to Scriptures in Luke 18:1, God’s word is instructive for every believer to the end “that men ought always to pray and not to faint”. Prayer is a genuine means of communion to the Almighty God which is either to express our gratitude, our pains, heart desires and everything too burdensome for our soul to bear. If we have a good relationship with Him, we will do this often. When we do this often we know how “sweet” and “pain relieving” for the heart prayer is for a progressing Christian, learning and knowing how Christ the king started with prayers and ended it for the love of humanity and reconciliation ministry.Intercession which is known as the act of intervening or mediating between two parties and also a prayer to God on behalf of another person. Viewing the book of Daniel 9:11) where the righteous man interceded for a whole nation for untold hardship which they faced through because of their sins. True conversion bring true communion between divinity (God) and humanity (man). Selflessness which is a major attribute coming from a heart of love to pray for others whom may or may not be aware. When we forget ourselves and face others business, we see God move his hands and change situations from ashes to beauty (Isaiah 63:3) to glorify his holy name.The act of standing in the gap according to the book of Act 12:5 where the church interceded for their leader when the church faced persecution of death. Intercession, when made at the right time brings about unexpected miracles and signs including wonders which ordinarily cannot be done by human efforts. Intercession can be made for one’s family, friends, leaders (spiritual and in various measures), a nation, church, society, sinners, backsliders restoration and saints steadfast.Anybody born again can make intercession for situation(s) that are challenging when one is persuaded and stirred within. Moses prayed, Elijah did, Joshua, Esther cannot be forgotten for the great exploit she did for the Jews through Mordechai’s backing and self- denial spirit, Paul did also and we need to join this prayer chain to ensure “Pentecostal revival” in our time because the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much than murmuring and nagging (James 5:16), knowing this that for God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love (Heb 6:10).I can pray, you can pray and we can all pray if we want the best for our society, family, nation, church at large for we know according to (James 4:17) that “therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin”. Let us ask for grace by boldly coming to the throne of grace, obtaining mercy and finding grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16).We can also lift up holy hands without wrath interceding for the prevalence of righteousness, justice and peace in legal profession so as to sever corruption, injustice and all forms of ungodly practices and let the light of Christ shine in us and through us (Ezekiel 22:30) “And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none”. Be faithfulFrom the Gospel Hymns and Songs; Chorus part ofDID YOU THINK TO PRAY say?O how praying rests the weary!Prayer will change the night to day;So when life seems dark and strong,Don’t forget to pray!
Matthew 18:3, 19-22, Hebrews 10:25, 2nd Corinthians 2:10-11, Ephesians 6:1, Matthew 5:24, James 5:16 1. Family issues are caused by disagreement/quarrels. There's nothing that should be absolutely unforgiven. No matter how legitimate your anger against your brother is, God has more legitimate reasons to disown you. If God begins to count sins, who will stand? 2. Prayer is a weapon and praying together as a family is the best thing that would happen to you. 3. Walk in the spirit and you will not fulfill the demands of the flesh. Keys/Essential Ingredients to successful intercessions for your family 1. Love and Forgiveness (an unforgiving heart will never pray an efficient prayer) 2. Wisdom and discernment 3. Heartfelt Prayers I will not be great in life and low at home. The influence of Jesus will spread through every part of my life. To pray effectively, set your heart to it and be fervent about it
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