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THE PERIL OF PRAYERLESSNESS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27
TEXT: 1 SAMUEL 12: 20-25
Key verse: “And He spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint Luke18:1.”
Prayerlessness is a sin. In our text, Samuel understood it as such. Believers are commanded to pray without ceasing. This was demonstrated practically by the Lord Jesus Himself during His earthly ministry. The apostles determined to give themselves to prayer and the ministry of the word. Prayer was the duty and preoccupation of the prophets and ministers of God both in the Old and New Testament era. Prayerlessness is an outright rebellion against God. It is telling God to stop what He has started. It is continuing in the flesh what began in the Spirit. Refusing to intercede for souls of sinners means folding the arms and asking God to do His worst (Ezekiel 22:30, 31). Prayerlessness withdraws the presence of God and is a symptom of backsliding. Indeed the prayerless man is telling God that he is capable of handling his affairs and as such does not need divine guidance or intervention. Prayerlessness is conspiring to reduce the kingdom of God on earth, by refusing to pray for labourers to be sent into the Lord’s vineyard. (Matthew 9:37-38).
A prayerless Christian will replace prayer with other religious activities. The quickest way for a Christian to die is through prayerlessness. To be prayerless is to become sinful (Matt 26:41, Mark 14:38).To be prayerless is to become unworthy (Luke 21:36). To be prayerless is to be unprepared for the rapture (Mark 13:33). To be prayerless is to support/promote satanic wickedness in the body of Christ. Christians must put on the whole armour of God, of which prayer is an integral part. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; (Ephesians 6: 18)
Believers must watch against some habits and tendencies that may lead to prayerlessness. Talkativeness is a symptom of prayerlessness. Overeating, Self pity, refusal to do complete restitution, Living in past glory, Giving yourself to much pleasure, Trusting in past achievements and uncertain riches can lead to prayerlessness. Note that praying unscriptural prayers, such as vain repetitions, use of candles, incense, “Back to sender” prayer books, use of aprons, mantles, anointed handkerchiefs, etc is reckoned as prayerlessness. Prayerlessness also includes the following: Praying without faith; Praying selfish prayers; Praying to God while continuing in sin; Praying without concentration; Praying without expecting answers and praying outside the name of Jesus.
Thought for the day: A prayerless Christian is not a holy Christian.
Song for the day: Prayer is the key (2x) Prayer is the master key
Bible reading for the day:
Numbers 18-20; Mark 7:1-13
#Horemow.
THE PERIL OF PRAYERLESSNESS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27
TEXT: 1 SAMUEL 12: 20-25
Key verse: “And He spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint Luke18:1.”
Prayerlessness is a sin. In our text, Samuel understood it as such. Believers are commanded to pray without ceasing. This was demonstrated practically by the Lord Jesus Himself during His earthly ministry. The apostles determined to give themselves to prayer and the ministry of the word. Prayer was the duty and preoccupation of the prophets and ministers of God both in the Old and New Testament era. Prayerlessness is an outright rebellion against God. It is telling God to stop what He has started. It is continuing in the flesh what began in the Spirit. Refusing to intercede for souls of sinners means folding the arms and asking God to do His worst (Ezekiel 22:30, 31). Prayerlessness withdraws the presence of God and is a symptom of backsliding. Indeed the prayerless man is telling God that he is capable of handling his affairs and as such does not need divine guidance or intervention. Prayerlessness is conspiring to reduce the kingdom of God on earth, by refusing to pray for labourers to be sent into the Lord’s vineyard. (Matthew 9:37-38).
A prayerless Christian will replace prayer with other religious activities. The quickest way for a Christian to die is through prayerlessness. To be prayerless is to become sinful (Matt 26:41, Mark 14:38).To be prayerless is to become unworthy (Luke 21:36). To be prayerless is to be unprepared for the rapture (Mark 13:33). To be prayerless is to support/promote satanic wickedness in the body of Christ. Christians must put on the whole armour of God, of which prayer is an integral part. Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; (Ephesians 6: 18)
Believers must watch against some habits and tendencies that may lead to prayerlessness. Talkativeness is a symptom of prayerlessness. Overeating, Self pity, refusal to do complete restitution, Living in past glory, Giving yourself to much pleasure, Trusting in past achievements and uncertain riches can lead to prayerlessness. Note that praying unscriptural prayers, such as vain repetitions, use of candles, incense, “Back to sender” prayer books, use of aprons, mantles, anointed handkerchiefs, etc is reckoned as prayerlessness. Prayerlessness also includes the following: Praying without faith; Praying selfish prayers; Praying to God while continuing in sin; Praying without concentration; Praying without expecting answers and praying outside the name of Jesus.
Thought for the day: A prayerless Christian is not a holy Christian.
Song for the day: Prayer is the key (2x) Prayer is the master key
Bible reading for the day:
Numbers 18-20; Mark 7:1-13
#Horemow.
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