(James 5:16)
The Bible tell us to pray for one another. It is a
great honor to intercede on someone's behalf and take their name before the
throne of grace. It is not only something we should do, but something God
has commanded us to do. Oftentimes, we get so involved in our problems and
concerns, that we forget the hurts and pain of others. It is amazing how it
works, but so many times when I have taken the focus off of my own problems
and concentrated on others, lifting their needs to God, my problems seemed to
work themselves out.
We all get to those times in our life when we need the prayers of others to
sustain us through difficult periods. That is why it is so important every
day to be sensitive to the needs of those around us and intercede on their
behalf during our time with God each day. We are all walking through this
journey called life together. Somehow, the journey becomes easier when we
are concerned about the problems of others..praying for them. In turn, they are
concerned about our needs...and praying for us. It works when we are
holding each other up, sustaining each other.
Let me challenge you to look at those in your life today, see what
they are dealing with, and help ease their burden by praying for them. It is
a great thing to pray for others. Never take it lightly. God is moved by
the prayers of His people. You can be part of helping someone through a
tough time as you pray for them. I want to pray for you today...for your
needs. I want to hold you up before God today and stand with you for the needs
in your life. I know the power of God and the miracles He
can work in the lives of people. Take this opportunity to allow me the
privilege of lifting you up to Him today by sending me your most urgent
prayer requests at bkeller@liveprayer.com .
I love you and care about you. These are not empty words. Not only do I
spend hours each day making sure every prayer request that comes into this
ministry is answered, but I take time each day to lay my hands on every email
name in our system....praying the Lord's blessings will be
with you and your family. I pray today that we never forget how important
it is to pray for one another as the Bible commands us to do.
