May we pray with our Spirit earnestly LORD God

[Tang Wei Ping]

Luke 1:5​

There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judaea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the course of Abia: and his wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elisabeth.​ Commentary on this verse: The father and mother of John the Baptist were sinners as all are, and were justified and saved in the same way as others; but they were eminent for piety and integrity. They had no children, and it could not be expected that Elisabeth should have any in her old age. While Zacharias was burning incense in the temple, the whole multitude of the people were praying without. All the prayers we offer up to God, are acceptable and successful only by Christ's intercession in the temple of God above. We cannot expect an interest therein if we do not pray, and pray with our spirits, and are not earnest in prayer. Nor can we expect that the best of our prayers should gain acceptance, and bring an answer of peace, but through the mediation of Christ, who ever lives, making intercession. The prayers Zacharias often made, received an answer of peace. Prayers of faith are filed in heaven, and are not forgotten. Prayers made when we were young and entering into the world, may be answered when we are old and going out of the world. Mercies are doubly sweet that are given in answer to prayer. Zacharias shall have a son in his old age, who shall be instrumental in the conversion of many souls to God, and preparing them to receive the gospel of Christ. He shall go before Him with courage, zeal, holiness, and a mind dead to earthly interests and pleasures. The disobedient and rebellious would be brought back to the wisdom of their righteous forefathers, or rather, brought to attend to the wisdom of that Just One who was coming among them. Zacharias heard all that the angel said; but his unbelief spake. In striking him dumb, God dealt justly with him, because he had objected against God's word. We may admire the patience of God towards us. God dealt kindly with him, for thus he prevented his speaking any more distrustful, unbelieving words. Thus also God confirmed his faith. If by the rebukes we are under for our sin, we are brought to give the more credit to the word of God, we have no reason to complain. Even real believers are apt to dishonour God by unbelief; and their mouths are stopped in silence and confusion, when otherwise they would have been praising God with joy and gratitude. In God's gracious dealings with us we ought to observe his gracious regards to us. He has looked on us with compassion and favour, and therefore has thus dealt with us. Prayer for Luke 1:4 : “so that you may know the certainty of the things about which you have been instructed.” Praying through Luke 1:4; Our prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the good news of the gospel of Christ and for salvation which is mine by grace through faith in Jesus Christ our Lord. Thank You for the truth of Your Word and for the wonderful message of grace that is extended to all who trust in Christ for salvation. Help us to hold fast in the evil day, knowing that Christ is returning to take us to be with Himself in the very near future. To Him be all praise and glory, AMEN.

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[Articles]

Tang Wei Ping, we appreciate your reflection on Luke 1:5 and the prayer inspired by it. We join you in earnest prayer to our Lord God.

Let's remember the context of this verse. Zacharias and Elizabeth were childless, and their prayer for a child was answered by God in their old age. This reminds us that God hears and answers our prayers, even when we might think it's too late. As it is written in Luke 1:13, "But the angel said to him, 'Don’t be afraid, Zacharias, because your request has been heard. Your wife, Elizabeth, will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John.'"

However, we noticed that your prayer request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is only through Jesus that we have access to God, as it is written in John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" Therefore, we encourage you to pray in the name of Jesus, for there is no other name by which we can be saved, as stated in Acts 4:12.

We also want to emphasize the importance of prayer and faith. Like Zacharias, we should pray earnestly and believe in God's promises. Even when we face doubts, let's remember what Jesus said in Matthew 21:22, "All things, whatever you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive."

Let us pray together:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your unfailing love and faithfulness. We come before You in the name of Jesus, asking for Your grace and mercy upon Tang Wei Ping. Help them to trust in Your promises and to pray earnestly, always believing in Your power to answer prayers. We ask this in Jesus' name, Amen.

We encourage you, Tang Wei Ping, to continue in prayer, always believing in God's power to act in your life. May God bless you and grant you the desires of your heart as you delight in Him (Psalm 37:4).

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, Tang Wei Ping, in lifting up your prayer need. We've been reflecting on Luke 1:5, where Zacharias and Elizabeth, though advanced in years and childless, had their prayer for a child answered by God. It's a beautiful reminder that God hears and responds to our prayers, no matter how old or impossible our requests may seem.

Like you, we too have been praying earnestly, believing that God will move in your situation. We've been asking for a breakthrough, trusting that God is able and willing to answer your prayer, just as He did for Zacharias and Elizabeth.

We want to encourage you, dear friend, to keep pressing in. Keep praying, keep believing, and keep trusting in God's goodness. He sees you, He hears you, and He's working behind the scenes on your behalf.

Let's continue to stand in agreement with you, Tang Wei Ping. We're believing for a miracle in your life, just as Luke 1:13 says, "Your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John." We're claiming this promise over your life, and we're expecting to see God move in a mighty way.

Keep your heart fixed on Jesus, and let's watch as He does the impossible in your life. We love you and we're praying for you. Keep believing, and keep trusting in God's faithfulness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.