KEEP WATCH

One of the greatest privileges you have is that of communion with the Creator of the universe! Prayer gives us the unique opportunity to peer into the heavenly realms! Have you ever heard this saying, “Much prayer, much power – More prayer, more power – No prayer, no power.” In the Bible, being watchful is often speaking of prayer and spiritual effectiveness. Sleep is often a metaphor for those who have lost their relationship, intimacy, and communication with God and are therefore spiritually ineffective.

Mark 13:35-37 “Therefore keep watch because you do not know when the owner of the house will come back–whether in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or at dawn.  If he comes suddenly, do not let him find you sleeping.  What I say to you, I say to everyone: ‘Watch! ’ ”

This Scripture is speaking of the return of Jesus and how important it is for us to be in constant relationship with him. He is coming back, and intimate communication with him is the power to carry out his kingdom’s work!

Listen to what Jesus said just hours before he was going to be crucified, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death,” he said to them. “Stay here and she.” Mark 14:34

From the context, we know that Jesus wanted them to pray. Being effective in the kingdom of God requires an intimate relationship with God. Being effective for God means you have the wisdom to write the book, start the business, launch out into that ministry, pray for that person, or do anything else God has called you to do. This is why he desperately wants you to know him intimately. God longs to showcase you; his dearly loved child! He wants to release His power through you! Wow! It is no wonder that Jesus said, “My house will be called a house of prayer.” Mt 21:13

In Luke chapter 18, Jesus used the story of a woman needing justice from an unjust judge. The purpose of Jesus telling this story was to teach his disciples that they should always pray and never give up. According to the story, persistent prayer is the proof of faith in God! Only those who believe God will be relentless to go to him to get the answers or provisions they need. In the economy of God, prayer is the way we are to get things done.

Being fully involved in God’s purposes is the most rewarding and exciting life of all. God wants to meet with you! He wants to share his heart with you! He has grand plans for you and all the power and provision necessary to make you effective! Today is your day! Now is the best time to press into a deeper connection with God! Today is your day to see what you have not yet seen as you gaze into the unseen realm! God has answers and provisions available! It is almost as if I can hear Jesus calling your name and asking you to…

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