Tuesday, 7th November 2023
By Pst Israel Olorunfemi
TEXT: “Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not” (James 4:2)
I welcome you again to our week of divine visitation. The Lord shall visit you today with your desired answers, in Jesus name.
As mentioned last week Friday, the beauty of any prayer is the answers that come after it. Prayer without answers is discouraging and frustrating. So, I like us to continue as we look at the second step that guarantees answers to prayers. After locating the relevant scriptures that assure your answers, don’t stop there. The next step is for you to:
(2) ASK: After locating relevant scriptures that address your need, you now need to ask God. Don’t assume that God knows what you need. Lots of people assume that and because of this, they don’t ask. The Bible says you have not because you ask not (Jam 4:2). What is it that you want from God? Ask Him and be specific when you ask.
Dr. Paul Cho of blessed memory said that many years ago when South Korea was poor, he asked God for a bicycle. Back then a bicycle was a big thing. Several months had passed, but he had not received the bicycle. Finally he asked the Lord why it was taking so long for Him to answer this prayer. The Lord answered, “Son, you didn’t tell Me what kind of bicycle you wanted. There are many different brands, different colours, and different manufacturers. Be specific. What kind of bicycle do you want?”
Beloved, always be specific when you pray. Don’t beat around the bush. Jesus question to the blind man in Mark 10:42-52 was: “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus didnt assume to know his need. The man’s reply was: “That I might receive my sight.” Don’t assume that God knows what you need. Tell Him exactly what you need and I can assure you, He will answer you.
PRAYER: Your prayers shall return as tangible answers this month, in Jesus name.
DAILY CONFESSION: This year 2023, I am finally on a Covenant Highway, Jesus is giving me Answers and I am enjoying Rest Round About – Amen and Amen!
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: “You have not because you ask not.”
1 YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN:
Nov 7 (Heb 4; Jer 39-42)
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