“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16)
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
Prayer is an incredible gift bestowed upon us as Christians. When we approach God in prayer, we transcend our own limitations and engage in a profound conversation with the Creator of the universe. The book of Hebrews encourages us to “come boldly to the throne of grace.” Just think about it—though we may feel weak and broken, we can approach God’s throne with confidence, assured that He hears us.
Yet, how often do we present God with mere wish lists and plans, potentially overlooking the greater blessings that await us? In our prayers, as we express our gratitude and present our petitions, we cultivate a deeper faith. While sharing our heart’s desires with Him, we discover our own desires aligning more closely with His. Often, it is not our circumstances that change through prayer, but rather, it is our hearts that undergo transformation. What a joy it is to know that when we lift our voices to God, we receive hope, peace, and a life forever altered.
“The goal of prayer is not to have God answer according to our desires, but for our hearts to be attuned to receive based on His desires.”
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for loving me and allowing me to come before You today. Because of Jesus, I can approach You directly, confident that You are listening. Please continue to transform my heart and mind to reflect that of Christ. I lift up my family and friends who may not yet know You. Grant me the opportunity to share the Gospel with them today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Jesus Christ says, Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him. (Revelation 3:20)
The Bible assures us of eternal life for all who accept Christ:
God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” (1 John 5:11-13)
If you have not yet asked Jesus into your heart, you can receive Him right now through faith and prayer.
Prayer is simply a conversation with God. He knows your heart, so there’s no need to worry about wording it perfectly. Here’s a suggested prayer to guide you:
Lord Jesus, I want to know You personally. Thank You for dying on the cross for my sins. I open the door of my life and receive You as my Savior and Lord. Thank You for forgiving my sins and granting me eternal life. Take control of my life and make me the person You want me to be.
If you’ve prayed this prayer, congratulations! Luke 15:7 tells us that when one sinner turns to Jesus Christ as Savior, the angels rejoice. There’s a celebration in heaven right now over your decision! Remember this day as your “second birthday,” the moment you were born into a new life in Christ. You can trust in God’s Word that He has answered your prayer.
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Rob Lavallee
Scriptural Seeds Ministries
Scriptural Seeds Ministries 