As Christians, we believe that God can handle all our problems and of course, that’s correct. The problem is that some of us feel we aren’t showing faith if we discuss our problems with others and ask for their help. What a shame. I have a friend who had been going through a series of serious personal problems, from deaths (several) in the family to being assaulted. He hadn’t really opened up to anyone. Why? He didn’t want to burden anyone with his problems.
As Christians, don’t we have a responsibility to let others know what’s going on in our lives, so we can be lifted up in prayer? I’m not talking about the mundane things like the toilet overflowing…I’m talking about deaths and illnesses and the like. The Bible is pretty clear on the rules of fellowship and “two or more” gathering together to ask requests of our Father. If we hold it all inside so we don’t appear weak, aren’t we missing out on a great opportunity?
Not only will we not have groups of people praying for us, (there’s safety in numbers after all,) but we miss out on the chance for others to receive a blessing. What greater gift can we give to those we love than the power of our prayers? What better blessing can we receive than to know we might have played a small part in a loved one getting better, either physically or mentally? Our hands are tied in most cases, the actual healing is up to God and the doctors, but our lips and our hearts are never hindered. If you’re one of those who want to go it alone, please don’t cheat us out of the opportunity to help. It’s the least (and the most) we can do.
I love this! I’m Episcopalian and I am a member of the daughters of the king (DOK). After fervently praying, I felt God leading me to be a daughter. As a daughter our mission is prayer, and service. It has definitely humbled me knowing what others are going through, however, I can be a service to them through prayer and meditation.
Prayer DOES change things!!!! No doubt in my little mind.
Need time to think about this.