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“But as for me, my prayer is to you, O Lord. At an acceptable time, O God, in the abundance of your steadfast love answer me in your saving faithfulness.” Psalm 69:13 (ESV)

Ever thought of prayer as contagious – igniting someone’s heart to talk to Jesus? Think for a moment who are the prayer warriors in your life? Who encourages you to spend time at His feet?

Love the story of Corrie Ten Boom and her sister, Betsie who was devoted to prayer. While their lives hung by a thread, Betsie was praying for her enemies – the Germans – who hovered over there hiding place bombing their beloved homeland. This simple act of humility and total surrender so impacted Corrie’s life. Through the words prayed out loud in the darkness, Corrie witnessed the beauty of transforming prayer in Betsie’s heart towards the very ones that sought to extinguish their lives. Betsie’s audible words poured out at the feet of Jesus challenged Corrie and deepened her faith.

Wonder what keeps us from praying bold, courageous and surrendered words to Jesus? Maybe we’re so stifled by rituals and saying just the right words that we miss the relationship. Perhaps we’re afraid to trust and hope because our dreams have been quenched by the world. Could it be that we have entertained the voice of Satan declaring our unworthiness to even approach His throne? And then there’s the possibility that putting voice to our feelings and struggles before a Holy God might require change from the inside out.

Birthed in obedience, deep in faith and trust – contagious prayers inspire us. And that’s what spills over and touches those in our circle. When they hear our passion for prayer. When they see who we go to when life is hard. When they witness our struggles through the silence. When they feel our joy when prayers are answered. When they witness the impact of a life devoted to prayer. Contagious prayers are evidence of those who draw near and linger long in simple conversation with Jesus.

“Father, You invite us into Your presence, You welcome us with open arms and You hear our prayers. How blessed to be Your child.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life