Prayer and Promises

THE PROMISE

For as many as are the promises of God, in Him they are yes; therefore also through Him is our Amen to the glory of God through us.

— 2 Corinthians 1:20, NASB

THE TESTIMONY

When we realize that we are workers together with God, the promises will not be spoken with half indifference, but will burn in our hearts, and kindle on our lips. We shall present them to the throne of God with earnestness, and the Lord will pour out his Spirit upon the devoted, consecrated worker. 

Those who plead with God, as did Moses, will receive the same assurances that Moses received. When Moses pleaded: “I pray thee, if I have found grace in thy sight, show me now thy way, that I may know thee, that I may find grace in thy sight; and consider that this nation is thy people. And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.” 

Plead that the Holy Spirit may move upon the hearts of the workers, and aid them in doing successful work for the Master. The Lord God of Sabaoth will hear earnest prayer. He will lead those who feel their dependence upon him, and will so guide the workers that many souls shall come to a knowledge of the truth.   

Truth as it is in Jesus exercises a transforming influence upon the minds of its receivers. Let no one forget that God is always a majority, and that with him success is bound to crown all missionary effort. Those who have a living connection with God know that divinity works through humanity. Every soul that cooperates with God will do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. 

Speaking to his disciples the Saviour said, “All ye are brethren.” God is our common Father, and each one of us is our brother’s keeper. 

— The Review and Herald, January 21, 1896 

THE RESPONSE

Present the promises to the throne of God with earnestness and the Lord will pour out His Spirit. 

Plead with God as Moses did and receive the same assurances that Moses received. “My presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest.” 

Plead that the Holy Spirit may move upon the hearts of the workers and aid them in doing a successful work for the Master.