Thought For Today - 9/25/08

I talk to many, many people about God. And, one of the most common things I hear is that they don't pray. Some mentioned that their past failures kept coming to mind when they would try to pray. Then, they would feel unworthy to pray to God. My response to them? They allowed the enemy to gain and hold onto victory in their lives when they felt this way. This is what led them to stop praying altogether.

One thing I learned a long time ago - repent - ask for forgiveness when I fall short. This is the solution to the problem of feeling guilty when praying. When we repent or ask an individual or God to forgive us, it clears a path for us to get back in right standing.

The second most common comment for not praying was their attitude. So many were bitter toward others that it didn't allow them to pray. The bitterness took away the desire to pray. I mention to them they were in great danger with this type of attitude. The danger was not from their enemies, but was from their attitude towards their enemies. They allowed their spirit to become harsh, bitter and angry.

Folks, lets forgive and ask for forgiveness. Let only love rest, abide and rule in your spirit. Only then can you truly pray and then only will God hear.

Much love,
Joseph