Morning & Evening Devotional 11/03/2023- Acts 9:11
Morning:
“Behold, he prayeth.” — Acts 9:11
Prayers are instantly noticed in heaven. The moment Saul began to pray the Lord heard him. Here is comfort for the distressed but praying soul. Oftentimes a poor broken-hearted one bends his knee, but can only utter his wailing in the language of sighs and tears; yet that groan has made all the harps of heaven thrill with music; that tear has been caught by God and treasured in the lachrymatory of heaven. “Thou puttest my tears into thy bottle,” implies that they are caught as they flow. The suppliant, whose fears prevent his words, will be well understood by the Most High. He may only look up with misty eye; but “prayer is the falling of a tear.” Tears are the diamonds of heaven; sighs are a part of the music of Jehovah’s court, and are numbered with “the sublimest strains that reach the majesty on high.” Think not that your prayer, however weak or trembling, will be unregarded. Jacob’s ladder is lofty, but our prayers shall lean upon the Angel of the covenant and so climb its starry rounds. Our God not only hears prayer but also loves to hear it. “He forgetteth not the cry of the humble.” True, he regards not high looks and lofty words; he cares not for the pomp and pageantry of kings; he listens not to the swell of martial music; he regards not the triumph and pride of man; but wherever there is a heart big with sorrow, or a lip quivering with agony, or a deep groan, or a penitential sigh, the heart of Jehovah is open; he marks it down in the registry of his memory; he puts our prayers, like rose leaves, between the pages of his book of remembrance, and when the volume is opened at last, there shall be a precious fragrance springing up therefrom.
“Faith asks no signal from the skies,
To show that prayers accepted rise,
Our Priest is in his holy place,
And answers from the throne of grace.”
Evening: Devotional 11/03/2023
This evening devotional reflects on the power and importance of prayer in the life of a Christian. It emphasizes that prayer is always available and effective, regardless of the circumstances. Here are some key takeaways from the devotional:
- Prayer is the Christian’s Never-Failing Resort: In times of trouble, difficulty, or uncertainty, prayer is the unwavering refuge and source of strength for the believer. It’s a spiritual weapon that is always at your disposal.
- Prayer is an Open Door to Heaven: No matter how dire your situation, prayer provides a direct connection to God’s presence and help. It’s an open pathway to heaven, and nothing can obstruct it.
- Prayer is Always in Season: Prayer is relevant and valuable in all seasons of life. Whether you’re facing good times or bad, prayer remains a powerful resource.
- Prayer’s Power: While you may not always receive exactly what you ask for in prayer, true prayer is never in vain. God answers prayers according to His wisdom, and sometimes the answer may not come in the way you expect, but it will always meet your true needs.
- Sanctification Through Prayer: Sometimes, God uses our trials and challenges to bring about spiritual growth and healing. The devotional suggests that it’s better to have the cross sanctified (made holy) in your life than removed.
The overall message encourages believers to continue in prayer, regardless of circumstances, knowing that God is ready to answer and meet their true needs. It emphasizes the idea that prayer is a powerful and ever-accessible resource for the Christian.
