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µPrayer is the life breath¶, µPrayer is victory¶ etc. are some true statements. Almost
everyday we hear about the importance of prayer. On hearing and reading about mighty
prayer warriors like Daniel, Job, Elijah etc. we are really excited. But, be that as it may; let
us for a moment ask us the question µAm I praying fervently at least for an hour daily?¶ The
answer to this question in most cases is µNo¶. I was one like that. I could spend hours
reading and meditating on the scripture. But I could hardly spend time in fervent and
prolonged prayer. I admitted my weakness and then the spirit of the Lord clearly taught me
how to pray and I would like to share this knowledge with you as I believe that it will be of
immense use to your spiritual growth and development.
What is the remedy for sin? It is wrong for a believer to condone or excuse sin in
him. There are only two things that need to be done; confess it and forsake it. Then the
blood of Jesus Christ shall cleanse us from all sin. There is no sin too great or too small. µHe
who covers his sin shall not prosper, but whoever confesses and forsakes them shall prosper¶
(Prov. 28:13). Also read 1 Jn. 1:9; Heb. 9:14.
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Ask God fervently! Even before asking be sure of what you are going to ask Him;
and what you expect Him to do for you. Then plainly, frankly, lovingly, cheerfully make
your requests known to Him believing that He is hearing you and will answer you. The
requests may be your own or on behalf of others; learn to pray all the time. Use abbreviation
as in telegraphy such as µLord look into this matter¶, µCome down¶, µDo this¶ etc«« Make a
list of all the prayer points. Ask God to fulfill every one. You can be sure of mighty answers
to your prayer.
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³Be sober; be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring
lion, seeking whom he may devour´. (1 Pet. 5:8) Daniel prayed earnestly and God heard and
answered his prayer. But the king of Persia (Satan) withstood the angel for twenty one days
(Dan. 10:12, 13). Apostle Paul through the sixth chapter of Ephesians lists out the various
items of the armor through which we are to prepare ourselves for battle. This is a spiritual
battle; not with flesh and blood but with principalities and powers and spiritual hosts of
wickedness in heavenly places (Eph. 6:11-18). The moment you have knelt down to pray be
sure if his (devil) hindrances. He will use at best all his weapons to discourage you. A meek
saint on his knee is a terror to Satan. But be of good cheer! You can overcome him, as he is
a defeated foe! Your Jesus crushed his head on the cross. He only wags his tail now. He
(devil) is only a creation but the one in you is the creator. His power is limited but you
heavenly father¶s power is infinite. This is what Jesus has to say about Satan´. I saw Satan
fall like lightning from heaven. Behold I give you the authority to trample on serpents and
scorpions and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you´.
(Lk. 10: 18, 19). At best the devil can resist or tempt you. He cannot do anything more. But
if you are ignorant about his devices you may fall. Be vigilant, be knowledgeable! Resist
him! Pray fervently! Never give up!
³Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to
His will, He hears us. And if we know that he hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we
have the petitions that we have asked of him´ (1 Jn. 5:14, 15). Therefore««