"We let go of the arm of the Lord too soon!" is taken from Early Writings page 73. This message was given to Ellen White after she had asked God of the spiritual weakness of her day. I would say that our spiritual condition today has deteriorated even more since she made the comment. The message given to Ellen White is very relevant for us today! We do not persevere in prayer like we should.
In an age of instant communication, (text messaging, email, cell phones, etc.) we have a hard time with delayed responses. Often times when we do not get the answer we are looking for, when we are looking for it, we abandon it all together. How many souls might be won to God's kingdom if only we would persevere in prayer.
In Luke 18 Christ spoke a parable stressing the need for us to persevere in prayer. "And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not faint;" When we place a greater emphasis on prayer in our lives and in our church, praying unceasingly, God will heed our prayers and bless our efforts. Through prayer we are better able to align our will with His will.
At prayer meeting we have begun an exciting series called 40 Days of Prayer. This program is based on Dennis Smith's book, 40 Days: Prayers and Devotions to Prepare for the Second Coming. This has series has been a revelation. We need prayer in our homes, church, and lives if we want to be used in God's service. If you want to join us on this awesome journey visit us at Montgomery First Seventh-Day Adventist Church on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM.
Please feel free to add comments and share how God has impacted your prayer life since beginning this journey!
