Prayer and Promises

THE PROMISE 

But Jesus answered him, saying, “It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.”

— Luke 4:4, NKJV 

THE TESTIMONY 

The soul can be rich in grace only as it shall abide in the presence of God. 

We cannot always be on our knees in prayer, but the way to the mercy seat is always open. While engaged in active labor, we may ask for help; and we are promised by One who will not deceive us, “Ye shall receive.” 

The Christian can and will find time to pray. Daniel was a statesman; heavy responsibilities rested upon him; yet three times a day he sought God, and the Lord gave him the Holy Spirit. So today men may resort to the sacred pavilion of the Most High and feel the assurance of His promise, “My people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation, and in sure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.” Isaiah 32:18. 

All who really desire it can find a place for communion with God, where no ear can hear but the one open to the cries of the helpless, distressed, and needy— the One who notices even the fall of the little sparrow. He says, “Ye are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:31. 

If the rush of work is allowed to drive us from our purpose of seeking the Lord daily, we shall make the greatest mistakes; we shall incur losses, for the Lord is not with us; we have closed the door so that He cannot find access to our souls. But if we pray even when our hands are employed, the Saviour’s ear is open to hear our petitions. 

If we are determined not to be separated from the Source of our strength, Jesus will be just as determined to be at our right hand to help us, that we may not be put to shame before our enemies. The grace of Christ can accomplish for us that which all our efforts will fail to do. 

Those who love and fear God may be surrounded with a multitude of cares, and yet not falter or make crooked paths for their feet. God takes care of you in the place where it is your duty to be. But be sure, as often as possible, to go where prayer is wont to be made. 

Only a life of constant dependence upon the Saviour is a life of holiness. 

— Counsels on Health, p.422-424 

THE RESPONSE 

Seek God three times a day. Feel the assurance of His promise, “My people shall dwell in a peaceable habitation.”

Find a place for communion with God where no ear can hear but the One open to the cries of the helpless. 

Pray even when your hands are employed, the Savior's ear is open to hear. 

Be sure, as often as possible, to go where prayer is regularly made.