Now My soul has become troubled; and what shall I say, ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. Father, glorify Your name.” Then a voice came out of heaven: “I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again.” John 12:27-28 Jesus was predicting His death. The flesh or human part... Continue Reading →
”For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in the inner man, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through... Continue Reading →
Jesus' prayer at Lazarus' grave demonstrated his confidence in God's response and his desire to validate his identity to those around. He consistently directed attention to God rather than himself, setting an example for praying selflessly. It's a reminder to prioritize God's recognition over seeking personal validation, aligning our words and actions with His will.
For this reason I too, having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which exists among you and your love for all the saints, do not cease giving thanks for you, while making mention of you in my prayers; that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of Him. I pray that the eyes... Continue Reading →
Epaphras, a bondslave of Jesus Christ, fervently prays for others to stand perfect and fully assured in God's will. The writer is inspired by this, realizing the need for more consistent, sincere, and intense prayers. They seek to be motivated by the Holy Spirit to pray with conviction and help others do the same.
This passage from Colossians contains a powerful prayer by Paul for the church, emphasizing the importance of continuous prayer, seeking knowledge of God's will, walking worthy of the Lord, bearing good fruit, and growing in knowledge of God. The writer expresses joy and peace in knowing that others are praying this way and extends the same prayer to their circle of influence.
Stephen, the first Christian martyr, prayed for forgiveness for those stoning him, following Jesus' example. This act challenges us to pray for those who hurt us, as commanded by Jesus. We are called to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, seeking to extend God's love and forgiveness.
“Pray, then, in this way: ‘Our Father who is in heaven,Hallowed be Your name.‘Your kingdom come.Your will be done,On earth as it is in heaven.‘Give us this day our daily bread.‘And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.‘And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom and the... Continue Reading →
”On the other hand I am filled with power— With the Spirit of the Lord— And with justice and courage To make known to Jacob his rebellious act, Even to Israel his sin.“ Micah 3:8 Micah was a prophet of God in a land of false prophets and the people of Israel who were... Continue Reading →
“Turn to my reproof,Behold, I will pour out my spirit on you;I will make my words known to you. Proverbs 1:23 The Spirit of wisdom talked about in Proverbs 1 is Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit gives the correction and conviction of God to every person. He makes God's word known to us. Often people say... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 