by Ester yusufu | 29 September 2022 08:46 pm09
The Bible clearly teaches that prayer is a vital, ongoing communication with God. We are commanded to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Prayer is not just about speaking to God but also about trusting that He hears and responds in His perfect will.
Here are some clear signs that your prayers have reached God and are effective:
When you sincerely bring your concerns before God, you often experience a sense of relief or peace afterward. This is because prayer allows you to cast your cares on Him, as 1 Peter 5:7 says, “casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
This relief or “lifting of the burden” is evidence that the Holy Spirit is comforting you and that your prayer has been accepted by God (Romans 8:26-27). It doesn’t mean your problem is instantly solved, but God gives you peace that transcends understanding (Philippians 4:6-7).
Sometimes, during or after prayer, God brings a Bible verse, story, or personal memory to your mind that relates directly to your situation. This is God’s way of encouraging your faith and confirming that He has heard you.
For example, God might remind you of His promises in Scripture such as Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Or you may recall a past testimony where God showed His power and faithfulness. These reminders build your faith and assure you that God is at work.
Sometimes, after praying, even if your circumstances haven’t changed yet, you feel renewed strength and hope to keep going. This inner strengthening is a sign that God is sustaining you (Isaiah 40:29-31)
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
This strength is God’s way of equipping you for the journey ahead, reminding you that His timing is perfect.
If you have not yet accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, your prayers may not be answered as you expect. The Bible says in John 9:3
“We know that God does not listen to sinners, but if anyone is a worshiper of God and does his will, God listens to him.”
God’s will is that everyone comes to repentance (2 Peter 3:9) and is reconciled to Him through faith in Jesus Christ (Romans 10:9-10). Once you receive salvation, your prayers become aligned with God’s will, and He promises to answer them (1 John 5:14-15).
If you are a believer standing firm in faith, rest assured God hears your prayers and will answer according to His perfect plan. Continue praying with persistence and trust.
Remember the promise in Isaiah 40:31:
“But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
May God richly bless you and strengthen your faith.
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