Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. – Ephesians 6:17-18
Prayer isn’t always a smooth journey. Sometimes we pray fervently, yet the heavens seem silent. In these moments, it’s crucial to remember that God’s silence doesn’t equal His absence. Like a persistent cough that won’t go away, our prayers should be relentless and unwavering. This persistence isn’t about wearing God down – it’s about developing our faith and trust in His perfect timing. When we continue to pray despite apparent silence, we demonstrate our belief that God is working even when we can’t see it. This perseverance in prayer shapes our character and deepens our relationship with Him.
Reflection
When was the last time you persisted in prayer despite not seeing immediate results, and what did that experience teach you about faith?
Quote
Sometimes we cry out to him. We don’t hear him for a while.
Prayer
Lord, grant me the strength to persist in prayer, even when answers seem distant. Help me trust Your timing and Your ways. Strengthen my faith through the waiting. Amen.