Pray And Stay Close To God

Saturday, February 21

John 6:37‬ ‭(NIV‬‬)

“All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away.”

Devotion

Salvation is not earned simply by attending church every Sunday, nor by repeating religious words out of routine. Rather, salvation is rooted in a genuine relationship with the Lord — one that is expressed through sincere faith and heartfelt prayer. Regular church participation can nurture and strengthen that faith, but what ultimately matters is a transformed heart that seeks God authentically by living a surrendered life, one that is connected to Him through prayer.

When you pray, miracles happen. When you pray like Jabez prayed—asking God not to let His hand depart from you and to keep you from evil—God answers. The Bible tells us that Jabez was born in sorrow, yet he was blessed because he prayed a short but sincere prayer. He connected with God, and God did not drive him away.

When you pray, God manifests His presence in your situation. Prayer is where God does His mighty works. It is through prayer that the potential and possibility God placed inside of you are lifted and activated. Pray, and you will never be driven away.

Today's Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You that each time I come to You to pray, You never turn me away. Your love gives me the confidence to come to You. I do not have to put on airs nor speak with many words; You already hear my heart. Thank You, Abba Father. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Apply It Today

Prayer draws us closer to Him and expresses our dependency on a loving God. With each prayer that you pray throughout your day, let your faith arise in confidence as you approach Him to obtain mercy and find grace to help in your time of need. He wants you to come.

Resources

• What if your breakthrough is closer than you think? Watch “One Day Closer to a Miracle” and be reminded that every day is moving you toward God’s promise.
• If you need prayer, we’re here for you. Submit your request, and our prayer team will gladly pray alongside you.