"Have you ever wondered how soon could God answer your prayer? We know from experience that sometimes we must wait, as hours turn into days and days turn into weeks. But I’m talking about a prayer that reduces us to tears and instills in us a sense of panic. Sometimes we find ourselves in a desperate situation and we believe that we need an answer from God or a miracle now. I am very thankful for the prayers of others, which include prayers for healing, strength and endurance to go through another medical valley. The speed of computers sends us a prayer request quite often. Someone is in an emergency room and is requesting that you pray. Do you simply say “God help them.” or, do you bow down on bended knee, with a fully surrendered heart and ask God for immediate help? Does your relationship to the injured person make a difference? How fast can God answer? I believe the answer is found in Isaiah 65; 24 “It shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear.” I ask you, how fast is that?
Some might say this scripture refers to a new world, as the prophet Isaiah writes, that is in the future. Verse 24 is in quotes, which means God is saying this in His voice. This is a promise of God. This says something about the power of God. If God can do this in the future, He can certainly do this now, because scripture tells us God changes not. God will not suddenly have more power in the future than He does now. Take comfort in knowing that God hears your prayer and will answer in His time."
Cliff Boardman 12/17/11
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