Daily Devotional – ‘In His Footstep’
By Kingdom Support Initiatives (KSi)
April 9th 2022

Persistent Prayer Makes a Huge Difference

As soon as I heard these words, I sat down and wept and mourned for days, and I continued fasting and praying before the God of heaven”. Nehemiah 1:4 (ESV)

Bible Reading: Nehemiah 1

It is said that attitude determines our attitude in life. Let’s examine Nehemiah’s life and attitude. Nehemiah displayed an attitude I strongly believe we should desire every day. As soon as he heard about the fall of Jerusalem, the loss grieved and saddened him to the extent that he interceded for his people. His passionate and consistent prayer was answered. Nehemiah understood Jerusalem as the city of God; an important place for the Jews to worship God.

As Christians, we should understand the present times; and continually intercede for others. Many have been lost in the pleasures of this world. They just simply don’t want to seek God and indeed they have fallen. Our hearts should be burdened for the yet unsaved. However far too often, many don’t feel burdened like Nehemiah to the extent of seriously devoting time to praying for the unsaved until they are saved. As we forge ahead this year and proceed with the mission of reconciling men to God, we really need such grace as Nehemiah had to pray until something happens. For our families, friends, colleagues, and nations that currently do not believe in Christ, let’s allow love and compassion to move us to intercede and take active steps by sharing the gospel of Christ Jesus with them. Like God answered Nehemiah’s prayers, I am confident that God will answer our prayers as we persevere and remain committed to God’s purpose.

Action Point: Pray for at least one person that you desire the salvation of their souls.

Daily Confession/Prayer: Lord, cause me to be full of love and compassion for the lost and draw them to Yourself in Jesus name (John 6:44).

Intercessory prayer: Pray for God’s revival upon the church and the church you attend.

Hymn: Pass me not O gentle Saviour,

Hear my humble cry

While on others Thou art calling

Do not pass me by