“The prayer made by a righteous person can do much in its effects” (James 5:16).
God knows every detail of our lives. He sees our pains, counts our tears, and knows exactly what we face. There is nothing we can hide from Him, for it was God Himself who allowed certain trials to teach us, to strengthen us, and to draw us closer to Him. But, despite knowing everything, He desires that we cry out to Him for deliverance, for prayer is the way He established for us to relate to His grace and mercy.
However, it is not enough to simply ask; the prayer that God answers is the prayer of the righteous—one who seeks to please Him and lives in obedience to His commandments. When we pray with humility and a heart truly determined to obey all that He has already instructed us in the Scriptures, our plea is heard and answered. God does not reject the prayer of His faithful children. He restored His people in the past and continues to restore today those who love Him and demonstrate this love through obedience.
If this is the truth, why not do it now? What prevents you from completely surrendering to the Lord and trusting in Him? Begin to obey the powerful Law of God, and then you will see the hand of the Lord working in your life and in the lives of those you love. There are no barriers for those who stand before God with a submissive heart and a willingness to follow all that He has revealed. The peace you seek and the answers you desire will come in due time—for God never forsakes the righteous. -Adapted from Henry Müller. Until tomorrow, if the Lord permits.
Pray with me: Dear God, it is true that You know every detail of my life. You see my pains, count my tears, and know exactly what I face. I know that nothing is hidden from Your eyes and that every trial has a purpose: to teach me, to strengthen me, and to draw me closer to You.
My Father, today I ask that You teach me to pray with a righteous, sincere, and obedient heart. I do not want to merely ask, but I want to live in such a way that my life is pleasing to You, faithfully following Your commandments. I know that You hear and answer the prayer of those who love You and demonstrate this love through obedience. Give me the humility to recognize Your instructions and the strength to follow them without hesitation, trusting that Your will is perfect.
Oh, Most Holy God, I worship and praise You because You never forsake those who seek You with sincerity. Thank You because the peace I seek and the answers I hope for will come in Your time, for You are faithful to fulfill Your promises. May my prayer be accompanied by a life submissive to You, so that I may see Your hand working powerfully in my life and in the lives of those I love. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your powerful Law is my shield and sword against the attacks of the enemy. Your commandments are like the gentle breeze that caresses and soothes my thoughts. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
