Praying the Promise
Praying the Promise
Elijah prays for the rain to come and... nothing happens. But Elijah persists in prayer until a breakthrough comes. Like Daniel in Babylon, or the widow before the unjust judge, there is a persistence and tenacity in his prayer life. We likewise are called to be consistent and tenacious in our prayers, trusting in God's goodness, and recognizing prayer as an act of war. James says Elijah is a man just like us, and we too can approach the Lord in faith, trusting Him for great things.
Community Practice: A Community of Dependent Prayer
Read James 5.17-18. What is James telling us about Elijah? About ourselves?
What does your prayer life — weight and length — reveal about your belief in God?
How will we cultivate and grow a habit of dependent prayer in our community?
Use the Lord’s Prayer resource, and practice praying for 10-15 minutes. Resource: Praying the Lord’s Prayer
May 12, 2024 - Matt Deisen