James 4:1-3 reveals the importance of praying with right motives. Motives are clear indicators of what’s in the heart. Although scripture tells us that if we pray and have faith we’ll receive what we’ve prayed for (Matthew 21:22), James 4:1-3 shows us there’s a prerequisite to praying and receiving – your motives must be pure. It’s a matter of the heart. It’s important to assess why you’re asking God what you’re asking Him for. Are you seeking self-pleasure or the will of the Father? Don’t allow flesh, self-centeredness or an unclean heart to become hindrances to your prayer life.
Sometimes the most powerful prayer is not the one that lasts 60 minutes; at times the most powerful prayer is the one where you say, “God help me!”
I don’t know what your story is; I don’t know all that you’re going through but I want to encourage you today and let you know that there is power in prayer. God doesn’t want you to worry about today or tomorrow; instead He wants you to pray about everything and to make your request known to Him with a pure heart.
I encourage you to take God up on His word. I can attest to the incredible power of prayer as I have witness God’s unmerited favor daily. Not because I deserve it; but simply because I went before His throne and asked. I come to tell you that God still answers prayer; that there is power in prayer. Just be diligent; consistent and have faith.
Don’t give up if you don’t get what you are praying for immediately and don’t allow the devil to play with your mind neither. As a God that’s all knowing, you have to trust and know that God answers prayer in His perfect timing.
However, until you see your prayer manifest, continue to believe, have faith and to thank God in advance for answering your prayer. Remember, seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and everything else will be added unto you. Don’t lose hope child of God, there is power in prayer.
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