Johannes emphasizes the vital role of prayer in the work of God, highlighting that prayer is the divine method chosen by God to accomplish His purposes on earth. He references James 5:16, illustrating that the effective prayer of a righteous person can achieve much, making tremendous power available. Johannes shares stories of prayer's power, including Corrie ten Boom’s advice to form prayer groups for God's work, and personal testimonies of how prayer transformed lives, such as the deliverance of his son from destructive habits. He underscores that God's work depends on prayer, citing Revelation 8:3-4, which shows that saints' prayers are preserved and used by God to unleash divine power through miracles and natural events. Johannes recounts the story of Elijah praying for rain, illustrating persistent prayer’s importance in fulfilling God's promises, and how prayer can bring about instant divine intervention, as seen when Jesus walks on the sea. He stresses that opposition and storms are expected in God's work, but prayer grants believers power to overcome obstacles and walk in resurrection power. Johannes concludes by urging believers to prioritize prayer in evangelism, sanctification, and overcoming challenges, emphasizing that prayer is the key to experiencing God's mighty power and revival in our lives and communities.

Main Points Outline

Prayer is God's chosen method for accomplishing His work on earth.
Effective prayer of the righteous is powerful and makes tremendous power available.
Stories of prayer’s power include personal testimonies and biblical examples like Elijah and Jesus.
Persistent prayer is necessary to fulfill God's promises and see divine miracles.
Opposition and storms are expected in God's work, but prayer grants victory and power to walk through difficulties.
Prayer is essential for evangelization, sanctification, and overcoming obstacles.
Encouragement to believers to deeply commit to prayer for revival and divine intervention.

The Word United To Faith

The Word United To Faith