40 Days in the Word - Power of the Word Sample

Theme | I Hear Your Prayers From | Tony Peak Verses | Psalm 10:17, 1 John 5:14-15, Matthew 21:22 Congratulations on being seven days in so far! Over this next week, we are going to read through promises of hope in tough times. Unfortunately, one of the promises of God is that we will go through trial seasons (James 1:2), however, the blessing of being in a relationship with Jesus is that we can have hope as we face them. If you are going through a trial, pray the Word and declare these promises into your situation. If you are currently walking in a season of blessing, hold onto these scriptures for the next time you need them, or consider sending them to a friend who may need this encouragement. __________________________ Does God hear me when I pray? Many times we can wonder this, especially when we are facing tough times or have a difficult decision to make. But to know that God is aware of your life, needs and situation is perhaps one of the most reassuring things you can know. This week we are looking at how God brings hope in tough times, and how you can rest on His Word for that assurance. The Bible tells us of numerous occasions when people sought God in prayer, and God faithfully answered. From young children and housewives to prophets and kings, many people in the Bible saw God do amazing things in answer to prayer. Hannah, a lady from the Old Testament, prayed for a child and then true to the word of the prophet, God enabled her to have a son whom she named Samuel. God sees everything that goes on in your life. When you feel the pain of a friend who has betrayed you, or when someone dear passes away, God is fully aware of it and cares deeply for you. He is a good Father who will never change and withholds no good thing from those who trust in Him. He is the true source of hope. Many people notice that their hearing tends to fade as they get older, but God’s ears are always open and finely tuned to the sound of your voice. He doesn’t have selective hearing as some do, rather He hears the faintest whisper. The apostle John reminds us that we can have such a confidence that not only does God hear our prayers, but when aligned to His will we can have the absolute assurance that He answers and will bring it to pass in His time. And because He has given us His Word, and His Spirit, we can know His will, and even pray when we don’t know how to pray. God is calling you today to trust Him through prayer. He has made the way possible for you to come boldly into His presence through the death of His Son Jesus on the cross. Respond to Him today and believe He has heard you. Prayer | Heavenly Father, I am so thankful that You know all about my life, and that You love me and care for me. Thank You that You promise in Your Word that I can confidently approach You about every part of my life. I surrender my heart and will to You again, and trust You, knowing that all things will work together for my good. In Jesus’ name, amen.