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The Purpose of Prayer in Times of Desperation

When everything feels like it's falling apart, it's natural to wonder if prayer is even worth it. But the truth is, prayer is not about getting a specific answer or outcome; it's about getting ahold of God Himself. As the analogy of building a spiritual house illustrates, prayer is like putting on the roof – it's a vital part of the structure, but it's not the only thing that matters. When we pray, we're not just asking God to fix our problems; we're asking Him to be present with us in the midst of those problems.

The Power of Persistent Prayer

Persistent prayer is not just about getting God to answer our prayers; it's about moving the hand of God in ways we can hardly comprehend. When we pray, we're not just talking to God; we're partnering with Him in the midst of our struggles. As the prophet Samuel said, "Far be it from me that I should sin against the Lord by ceasing to pray for you" (1 Samuel 12:23 NASB). This verse highlights the importance of persistent prayer, even when it feels like everything is falling apart. When we pray, we're not just asking God to fix our problems; we're asking Him to be our Rock, our Refuge, and our Strength in the midst of those problems.

The Transformative Power of Prayer

Prayer has the power to transform us, even when our circumstances don't change immediately. When we pray, we're not just asking God to fix our problems; we're asking Him to give us a vision, to give us hope, and to give us faith that He will restore all that has been devoured. As the Holy Spirit intercedes for us through wordless groans, He helps us in our weakness and gives us the strength to persevere, even when we don't know what we ought to pray for. When we pray, we're not just talking to God; we're communing with Him, and that communion has the power to change us, even when our circumstances don't change immediately. So, even when everything feels like it's falling apart, prayer is still worth it – not because we're going to get a specific answer or outcome, but because we're going to get ahold of God Himself.