Verse of the Day: Luke 18:1 NKJV
“Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart.”
Success is certain when God has made a promise. Even if you’ve prayed for months without seeing any change, it is impossible for God to ignore the heartfelt pleas of His people, especially when it concerns His glory. Like the prophet Elijah on Mount Carmel, who persisted in prayer for rain, we too must hold firmly to our faith, trusting God even when the answer is delayed. Elijah sent his servant to look for a sign six times, and though there was no evidence of rain, he sent him back each time, believing in God’s promise.
We should not let doubt creep into our hearts but rather keep sending our prayers heavenward. Faith, though tested, only grows stronger through persistence. Repeated disappointment does not defeat true faith—it fuels it, driving us to pray with even greater fervency. Our faith may be humbled by the wait, but it remains unshaken, trusting that God will answer in His perfect time. Waiting for God’s response is a refining process, purifying our hearts and making us more reliant on Him.
The greatest danger in prolonged prayer is that we might grow weary and give up, missing out on the blessing that is just around the corner. But we are encouraged to keep watching and praying.
Reflection
Take a moment to reflect on the following verses:
1 Kings 18:43-44; Psalm 27:14
Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me to persist in prayer even when the answers seem delayed. Strengthen my faith to trust in Your timing and Your promises. Purify my heart as I wait, and help me never to give up on seeking You. I plead the blood of Jesus over my prayers, trusting that You will answer in Your perfect way.
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