Worshippers showing their faith in God
We often read ‘Pray without ceasing,’ but how seriously do
we consider this statement? Imagine if a car, after running thousands of
kilometers, needs servicing, lubrication, and changing of engine oil, etc, to run
efficiently, what is the spiritual strength of a human being, who eats and
sleeps daily without prayers, to boost his spiritual life against temptation,
sins of the flesh, and bad spiritual forces?
Scholars, atheists, scientists, and non-believers continue to
tamper with the doctrines of the gospel, twisting and changing facts, just to
put people astray and ruin society as we witness today. But don’t be
surprised because the prophecy in the Bible about such events must be fulfilled.
Everyone is after money, fame, and material things because the mind is polluted
to believe that money is the only thing that can give mankind satisfaction.
Money is good, but can’t buy one peace and happiness. In
fact, the love for money has generated crime and brought immorality to the
internet and television through bad advertisements.
What shall it profit a man
to gain the whole world and lose his soul? The scripture says, ‘Heaven and earth
will pass away, but my words will never pass away.’- Luke 21:33. Then again:
‘Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be
given to you as well.’- Matthew 6:33.
Like changing clothes daily, prayer should be part of
our lives. How inefficient a farmer could be without farm equipment? If prayer
isn’t necessary to keep us strong in times of sadness or temptation, Jesus
wouldn’t have said to the tempter, “It is written: Man shall not live on bread
alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4.
Jesus said, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened,
and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28. If everything fails, try Jah’s love and
see the result.
Don’t turn to God only when you have difficulties or want
something. Let that faith you have in Him inspire you to read the Bible and
pray without ceasing.
You will definitely see your progress, prosperity, and
success pouring like a ripe fruit falling and spreading under the tree.
