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Devotional - 20th Apr 2021

 'Watch, ye therefore, and pray always that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man' (Luke 21:36).

Perilous times are coming upon this earth, and God's faithful children should be in the habit of being 'watchful and praying always.' We need to put on the whole armour of God that we may be able to withstand the wiles of the devil. We must be in the habit of speaking to God daily about our souls and that by His grace we may be accounted worthy to escape all that shall come upon us, and be able to stand before the Christ our Judge. Jesus whilst on earth, never cease to pray. Early in the morning, before the break of day, he would be in communion
 with the Father, so he would be strengthen and ready for the work He had to accomplish. We are to be like Christ, spending much time in prayer and submitting our will to His will, that we may be accounted worthy to escape all that is to come. Praying brings spiritual strength to maintain alertness. And Jesus is imploring us to watch and pray always. We should not be discouraged if our prayers seemed not to be answered. Know that God hears and answers our prayers in His time. It is the Holy Spirit who makes intercession for us with groaning which cannot be uttered. All we need to do is to come to God with a sincere heart.  As the Holy Spirit works with us, our hearts will then be transformed by the love of God. As Christ manifested that submissive spirit whenever he came to the Father in prayer, let us endeavour to do the same, coming to Him with a broken and contrite heart, watching and praying, so it will be acceptable to God. Jesus is soon to come, let us get ready to meet him.

Have a wonderful day 🌹🌹
EC

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