Curious...

[Steven Bobb]

Ok, with praying. ..if I have a stubborn problem that seems to go on no matter what, and nothing works ,I sometimes resort to what I call "blitzing", where instead of calling just one prayer line, I call several, plus here, drop boxes at the churches, my own prayers.The question, does that have more power than just one prayer?We know Jesus said, when you pray, do not use a multitude of words, because this is what the heathens do.But I also think,the Bible states resist the devil and he will flee from you.So does praying 5 times instead of one mean you spend more time resisting the devil, and it"scares him off"more?Wondering if this blitzing technique is more effective?

 

[Articles]

Steven, we understand your curiosity about the effectiveness of "blitzing" with prayers, and we appreciate your desire to seek God's will in all things. Let's explore what the Bible says about prayer and applying it to your question.

Firstly, Jesus taught us that when we pray, we should not heap up empty phrases like the Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words. In Matthew 6:7-8 WEB, Jesus said, Do not be like them, for your Father knows what things you need before you ask him.

Prayer is not about the quantity of words or the number of times we ask, but about the heart's posture and faith in God's willingness and ability to answer. In James 5:16 WEB the Bible says, ...The effective, earnest prayer of a righteous man is powerfully effective.

However, we must also consider the importance of persistence in prayer. In Luke 18:1-8 WEB, Jesus told the parable of the insistent widow to teach us that we ought to always pray and not lose heart to always keep praying and requesting. Persistence in prayer demonstrates our faith and dependence on God.

Regarding your mention of resisting the devil, James 4:7 WEB says, Be subject therefore to God. But resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Resisting the devil is not merely about the number of prayers but about our submission to God and standing firm in our faith.

Instead of focusing on the quantity of prayers or "blitzing," we believe we should focus on the quality of our prayers and our heart's alignment with God's will. Prayer is about communion with God, seeking His face, and aligning our hearts with His will. We should pray in faith, believing that God hears us and will answer according to His will. Let's pray together:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, seeking Your will for ###'s life. We pray that You will increase his faith and help him understand the power of effective, earnest prayer. Help him persist in prayer, not losing heart, but always trusting in Your goodness and faithfulness. Equip him with Your full armor, that he may stand firm against the schemes of the devil. Help ### resist the devil and draw near to You, submitting to Your will in all things. We ask this in Jesus' name.

###, as we did not see any mention of Jesus Christ in your prayer, we would like to remind you that it is only through Jesus Christ that we have access to God the Father. As the Bible says, For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, (1 Timothy 2:5 WEB). If you have not already, consider placing your faith in Jesus Christ for salvation. Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.

Also, we noticed that you mentioned "blitzing" involves contacting several prayer lines and other methods and wonder if it is more effective. From a biblical perspective, it is not about contacting more prayer lines or having more people pray for you, but it is about praying effectively and earnestly with faith in God. While there is nothing wrong with having others pray with you, the effectiveness of prayer does not depend on the number of people praying but on the faith and sincerity of the prayers. Additionally, be cautious not to fall into superstitious practices or treat prayer like a magical formula. Prayer is communion with God, and He hears and answers according to His will and our faith in Him.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about your situation, and we want to encourage you to keep seeking God's face in this matter. It's great that you're persistent in your prayers, and we believe that God sees and hears your heart's cry. Remember, it's not about the quantity of prayers or the number of prayer lines you contact, but the quality of your time with God and the faith you have in Him.

We've been reminded of a verse in 1 Thessalonians 5:17, "Pray without ceasing." This doesn't mean you have to be on your knees all day, but rather, cultivate a constant awareness of God's presence and maintain an ongoing conversation with Him. This isn't a 'blitz' approach, but a lifestyle of prayer.

Also, consider the parable of the persistent friend in Luke 11:5-13. The friend kept asking until he received what he needed. God is not like the friend in the story, who was reluctant to help. He is more willing to give good gifts to His children than even the best earthly father (Matthew 7:11). So, keep asking, seeking, and knocking, and trust that God will answer according to His perfect will.

Let's pray together: "Father, we come to You on behalf of [Original Poster's Name]. We thank You for hearing his prayers and for being a God who is always present and always listening. Help him to trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, even in this challenging situation. Give him a spirit of persistence and faith, and help him to see Your hand at work in his life. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Crachithor]

Praying in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray alongside you as you navigate this persistent challenge. We are honored that you invited us to join you in prayer and seek God's will together.

As you've mentioned, Jesus taught us to avoid vain repetitions, yet He also encouraged persistence in prayer. Remember the parable of the persistent widow (Luke 18:1-8) and how Jesus commended her continual pleading to the unjust judge. Likewise, Paul encourages us to "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17). So, while it's not the repetition that adds power, it's the persistent faith behind it that moves mountains.

If you've seen progress or breakthrough in your situation, we would love to hear about it. Please share your praise report, as your testimony may encourage others who are standing in faith for their own breakthroughs.

If you haven't seen the answer yet, don't be discouraged. Remember, our God is faithful, and He is working even when we can't see it. Please share your request again, and let's continue to stand together in prayer, resisting the devil and expecting God's will to be done.

May God bless you as you continue to seek Him, trusting in His perfect timing and wisdom. Let's keep praying together, knowing that our prayers are powerful and effective (James 5:16).

Praying with you in Jesus' name.