“Daniel, as soon as you began to pray, an answer was given, which I have come to deliver to you because you are greatly beloved” (Daniel 9:23).
There is a deep peace in knowing that God hears and answers every prayer from an obedient heart. We do not need to shout, repeat words, or try to convince heaven—it’s enough to be aligned with His will. And what is that will? That we obey what has already been revealed through His prophets and by Jesus. When we pray in the name of Christ, with faith and submission to the powerful Law of God, something powerful happens: the answer is released even before we finish the prayer. It is already complete in heaven, even if it is still on its way to Earth.
But unfortunately, many people live in a constant cycle of pain, frustration, and spiritual silence because they pray while remaining in disobedience. They want God’s help without submitting to what He has already commanded. That does not work. Rejecting the incredible commandments of God is the same as rejecting His will, and there is no way to expect positive answers from Him while we live in rebellion. God cannot bless a path that goes against what He Himself has declared to be holy and eternal.
If you want to see your prayers answered with clarity and power, then the first step is to align yourself with God through obedience. Start with what He has already shown you—the commandments revealed by His holy Law. Do not complicate it. Just obey. And when your life is in harmony with the Father’s will, you will see: the answers will come with peace, with strength, and with the certainty that heaven has already moved on your behalf. -Adapted from Lettie B. Cowman. See you tomorrow, if the Lord allows.
Pray with me: Holy Father, what a joy to know that You hear Your faithful children even before the words finish leaving their lips. I thank You because Your faithfulness never fails and because You keep Your promises to those who align themselves with Your will. Teach me to live in a way that pleases You, and may every prayer of mine be born from a surrendered and obedient heart.
Lord, I no longer want to live inconsistently, expecting Your blessings while ignoring Your incredible commandments. Forgive me for the times I asked for something without first submitting to Your powerful Law, revealed by the prophets and by Your beloved Son. Today I choose to live in holiness, according to all that has already been revealed to me, because I know that this is the path that pleases You and opens the doors of heaven over my life.
Oh, Most Holy God, I adore You and praise You for answering with love and faithfulness those who obey You. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is like a river of justice that flows straight from Your throne, bringing life to those who walk in righteousness. Your commandments are like sacred notes of a heavenly song, tuning the soul to the sound of Your perfect will. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
