POWER OF PRAYER
What is the power in prayer?
It surely isn’t force given so that we can make others
do what we want (even supposing our intentions are honourable, even altruistic).
The writer of the Letter to the Philippians associates it with the Peace of God.
Perhaps it is rather that trust (don’t worry) and thanksgiving (counting blessings)
bring us into the state of Peace, which is Prayer.
Being in a prayerful peace is power that we need to give,
to forgive, and indeed, to love the unlovable.
Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication
with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4: 6-7
In the diocese of Canterbury UK, the impact of MULOA has awakened
members to trust in God and to engage with church membership
so that both are involved in local initiatives.
Helping outfit a girl starting secondary school has had an impact on her whole family.
Everyone was enriched by the power of prayer.
Praise the Lord.