Message from Scripture: 5/7/2021

 

Our message from Scripture today is Jas. 5:16. “The effective prayer of the righteous can accomplish much.”

 

This passage of Scripture leaves no question we, as Christians, are to be identified by prayer. Paul tells us we should “pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17), that “supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).  In prayer we offer praise to God as our Creator, Sustainer, and Father.  We can pour the needs of our hearts before Him, knowing He cares for us, and will do what is right for us.

 

What happens when we pray, individually and collective? What can God accomplish through us? As you offer your personal prayers for your needs, also include prayers behalf of the church. Here are some things that would be appropriate to include in your petitions: (1) Pray for our various programs of work, and those involved in serving in these areas; (2) Pray the Lord will provide us more opportunities for service and growth; and (3) pray you will seek, according to your own talents and abilities, to serve more fervently, more effectively.

 

By spending time in prayer, we can sift through the clutter of the world, and devote ourselves to what deserves our time. Being constant in prayer, we can draw closer to our heavenly Father. When we draw closer to God, we also draw closer to each other. Those who are constant in prayer reveal hearts open to God, and open to receive His blessings.  What can be accomplished when we join together in prayer? The prayer of the righteous can accomplish much. Today, make it a great day by praying to God and serving our Lord and Savior, to His honor and glory. God bless.

 

Robert