Calm Before The Storm

When we’re in the middle of tough situations, we tend to worry, which does little to help us overcome the problem. In fact, it usually makes things worse.

In the midst of those storms we shouldn’t be worrying, we should be praying, a discipline recommended by none other than Jesus Christ. And at the very outset of prayer, it will bring us to a place of peace.

Throughout Scripture, God makes it abundantly clear to us that we are to pray, to devote ourselves to prayer, to pray without ceasing, to pray continually, and to pray boldly with the God who loves us. Jesus prayed continually to His Father. In fact, he “often withdrew to the wilderness for prayer” (Luke 5:16).

So why don’t we pray as consistently and fervently as we should to our Father? Maybe we don’t believe anything will happen, or that our prayers won’t result in the answers we seek. Maybe it’s not a habit we have developed, and therefore when the opportunity arises for a time of prayer, it is not a default for us.

The next time something occurs, and you sense worry taking over, turn whatever you’re going through to a sense of peace by praying—you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

His Promises

In times of trouble, may the LORD answer your cry.

May the name of the God of Jacob keep you safe from all harm. . . .

May we shout for joy when we hear of your victory

and raise a victory banner in the name of our God.

May the LORD answer all your prayers.

When you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.

Ask me and I will tell you remarkable secrets you do not know about things to come.