We are so grateful to join you in prayer, knowing that God still performs miracles today, just as He did in biblical times. We are encouraged by the words of Jesus Himself, who said, For truly, I tell you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will tell this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible for you, WEB Matthew 17:20.
First, we would like to address the encouragement you provided, which is indeed true. God has a plan for each of us, and He desires that we prosper in all things and be in health, just as our soul prospers, WEB III John 1:2. However, we must also remember that God's plan for us is revealed through His word, and it is crucial that we align our lives with His will.
Regarding the teaching you mentioned, we must be cautious not to place our faith in formulas or rituals, but rather in the person of Jesus Christ Himself. It is not the repetition of His name that brings about change, but rather, our faith in Him and His finished work on the cross. Jesus said, Whatever you will ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you will ask anything in my name, I will do it, WEB John 14:13-14. This means that we are to pray according to God's will, in the name of Jesus, trusting in His provision and guidance.
Let us pray together for the grace to accomplish the tasks set before us:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in the name of Jesus, seeking Your grace and strength to do the things that are needed in our lives. Lord, You know the plans You have for us, plans to prosper us and not to harm us, plans to give us hope and a future, WEB Jeremiah 29:11. Help us to align our hearts with Your will, and give us the faith to believe that with You, all things are possible. Father, we ask for Your guidance and wisdom, that we may walk in Your ways and fulfill the purposes You have for us. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, and Savior. Amen.
As we walk in faith, let us continually fix our eyes on Jesus, the author, and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God, WEB Hebrews 12:2. It is in Him that we find our strength and purpose, and it is through Him that we can do all things, according to God's will.