Does God Answer Prayer?

I suppose it really depends on who you ask as to what kind of response you will get. Some will answer with a hearty amen. Others may be more hesitant, while some may betray their doubt. "God seems to hear the prayers of others but for me it's like a brass ceiling....

Certainty of Answered Prayer

"... in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes" (Ben Franklin). Maybe so, if one lives with only the values of this world. But what of the values of the eternal Kingdom, that knows no limitations and interacts with those "who are in the...

Do You Know?

Who prays for you? How would you answer that question? I don't mean the "run of the mill", standardized type of praying, I mean the really gut wrenching, intense praying. Do you actually know who prays those kinds of prayers for you? There is a fascinating reference...

Do You Know?

Who prays for you? How would you answer that question? I don't mean the "run of the mill", standardized type of praying, I mean the really gut wrenching, intense praying. Do you actually know who prays those kinds of prayers for you? There is a fascinating reference...

Power Of Two Or More

"One shall chase a thousand, and two put ten thousand to flight". (Ps.68:35) I wonder if we, if I, have a tendency to undervalue or under appreciate the impact that two or more believers, who are united with one purpose and focused, can achieve in this world. We can...

Sleep And Prayer

Feeling tired? Longing for more sleep? Wish that you woke up feeling refreshed? I think that we can all relate to those questions. In fact, sleep deprivation or restless sleep is one factor (among others) in people feeling stressed or even struggling with depression....

The Sounds Of Silence

I have read of those who have succeeded in climbing to the top of Mt. Everest and been awed by the beauty of the landscape unfolding before them. Some have spoken of the absolute silence that surrounds the climbers. No noise. No voices. No sirens. Just pure silence....

Can It Get Better?

As I write this I am aware that some of my friends and colleagues have faced hurricanes and earthquakes over the past few weeks. I am grateful that none of their lives were lost or injured. Houses can be rebuilt and furniture replaced. Please continue to keep them in...

Never Alone!

I feel a bit more solemn today as I leave this morning for Toronto, to share in the funeral of another family member.The sands of time continue to exact its toll upon those that we have known and loved. As I bury family members, I am well aware...

WOW!

Wow! That's about all I can really say. That God would take me at my word and answer my heart's desires. A number of years ago, The Prayer of Jabez, found its way to the best sellers list, brought to modern attention by Bruce Wilkerson. It goes as follows: Jabez cried...

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Please know that I love to speak with my Father and to bring others before Him in prayer. I have this unfailing belief that He both hears and answers the prayers of His children.
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Dave Griggs, MDiv