Blog Post
Good morning and a blessed Wednesday. The temps are supposed to climb out of the frigid range today. I love cold weather, but this last cold snap was beyond cold. Thankfully, warmer weather is on the way.
Today's verse is Hebrews 4:16:
Therefore, let us confidently approach the throne from which God gives grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace in our time of need.
I am sure that we have heard this preached on many times. However, it has become more "real" to me over the last year.
Boldness is not demanding. Boldness is not born of selfishness. It is not a sense of entitlement. It is brought about by confidence that God is faithful to His promises, AND, that the request we bring is in line with His will.
Example: I can pray for a million dollars or that He provide the money for a specific bill or need. His promise is that He will provide our needs. So, I can be certain and bold about asking Him to provide the funds for a specific need (not the million just because I want a million).
The cool thing about this boldness, is that it brings with it an unshakable faith that allows God to work and do mighty things. For even with faith the size of a mustard seed (which is very tiny), mountains can be moved. Imagine what a multitude of God's children praying with boldness could accomplish!
May we learn to be bold in our prayers, not entitled. May we see the Lord work and may His name be praised for the miracles He works in our lives.
In the Name of Jesus, Amen.
-A brother in Christ
