Text: Acts 10:2 (KJV)
A devout man, and one that feared God with all his house, which gave much alms to the people, and prayed to God alway.
Our scripture of today talks about this man who believed strongly in God and was a God-fearing man. Not only that, but we were told that he also prayed to God always. He prays in season and out of season. It says in Luke 18:1- And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint. The question is, if Cornelius who was a Gentile prayed always, then what excuse do we have for not praying always? Many of us make a lot of excuses which might be valuable to us, but we need to come to an understanding that having a consistent prayer life is a vital key in this kingdom and we must develop it. The fact is, the moment you have finished praying, you will ask yourself then why was it so hard before. It is always a refreshing moment in his presence. And by the help of the Holy Spirit you will understand that there was something that made it hard, which was you were lazy. It is just as simple as that. Many believers are so lazy and this is why we find it hard to have a quiet time of fellowship with God. Firstly, we need to let go of that laziness and say “In Jesus name” with sincerity in our heart. After that, we need to bring our thoughts and feelings to God with openness and also subject our imagination to God’s will. The openness of your heart will allow the Holy Spirit to do His work as He helps you to pray even better. When we go extra mile with God He goes extra mile to meet us up at our point of need. Many people are looking for quick fix and shortcuts that is what is affecting our consistency on the place of prayer. May God help us.
Interestingly, by following this step with the help of the Holy Spirit, you will be able to maintain a consistent prayer life, and also you will be able to pray anywhere and everywhere. Ephesians 6:18 (ERV) - Pray in the Spirit at all times. Pray with all kinds of prayers, and ask for everything you need. To do this you must always be ready. Never give up. Always pray for all of God’s people. Let the blessings of God not ease your prayer life putting you into convenience. Beloved, it is when we are blessed we should even pray more as to sustain the presence and grace of God. We need to remember, prayer is not just about seeking God’s face for 24 hours, but it is being in a constant tone with heaven, and also understanding that prayer is communicating with God as a father and as a close friend. My brothers and sisters, prayer can be sweet, we just need to let go of that laziness so as to experience its flavor.
PRAYER POINTS:
1.Oh Lord, may I be disciplined at the altar of prayer as to develop a consistent prayer life in Jesus name
2. Father, regardless of the abundant blessing bestowed upon me, may I still glue to a lifestyle of prayer in Jesus name.
ACTION QUOTE: Hope you have not commonized prayer because of God’s blessings?
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