“But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you…” (Acts 1:8).
There’s nothing you can’t change when you pray. The reason a lot of God’s children feel despondent and helpless when they go through difficult situations is that many don’t pray; and for those that pray, quite a number pray amiss; they don’t pray the right way.
The day we’re living in is full of challenges and persecutions. As Christians, we need to realize that even when we’re going through challenges or persecutions, we can still be filled with joy unspeakable and full of glory. This is why it’s imperative we learn to pray, and pray aright, for that’s one sure way to live in victory every single day.
It’s high time you started praying, and it’s not difficult at all. As you continue in God’s Word, the Holy Spirit will guide you on how to pray. When you find yourself in difficult situations, first consider what the persecution is all about. Then, ask yourself, “Is it self-created or is someone trying to put me down?” For all you know, you may have unwittingly put yourself in that situation.
When you discover the reason behind your problem, then it is ‘half-solved.’ If the problem is you, make the necessary changes in your life! If it’s someone else, you can change things through prayers. Don’t sit there feeling sorry for yourself; go ahead, and effect the necessary changes! Break out in tongues like you’ve never spoken before and rejoice in the spirit. It makes no difference whether the persecution was created by you or someone else, you can change it! Remember, your ability, strength, and confidence, are in God. Therefore, refuse to be a victim.
Confession
I take a stand today against every opposition around me by praying and effecting necessary changes through the Holy Ghost. I refuse to be a victim of any circumstance or situation; rather, I live a life full of joy unspeakable and full of glory. I live in victory today. Hallelujah!
Further Study:
Mark 9:23; Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
James 5:16; confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
(Taken by permission from Christ Embassy Church , aka Believer’s LoveWorld Ministries , Lagos, Nigeria. www.ChristEmbassy.org )
