Are you feeling weary and stressed today? God has you covered.
Certain Bible passages, confirm that angels offer the prayers of the saints [all born-again believers in Christ], to God. Passages like Revelation 5:8 and Revelation 8:3-4, depict angels and elders presenting the prayers of believers on Earth, to God as incense. This shows angels acting as conduits for our prayers, bringing them before God.
Why incense?
The sweet-smelling smoke of incense rising to heaven, symbolizes how God receives and treasures the sincere prayers of His people.
The Bible teaches that the prayers of believers are like sweet incense to God.This imagery is found in the Old Testament, where the psalmist prays to God, "May my prayer be set before you like incense" (Psalm 141:2).
"Angels at the altar of God offered incense", describes a scene from the Book of Revelation in the Bible, specifically Revelation 8:3-4, where an angel presents incense with the prayers of all the saints before God's throne, symbolizing the pleasing nature and acceptance of believers' prayers.This symbolic act connects to the earthly altar of incense in the Old Testament, which foreshadowed Christ's intercession and represented the prayers of God's people.
Angels in this context are not acting as mediators between us and God, as Jesus was appointed by His Father in Heaven, as the only Mediator between God and man [1st Timothy 2:5].
Angels serve as assistants in the presentation of our prayers. God said not to pray to angels [the first commandment]. Instead, angels serve God's purpose in being involved with the prayers of believers... acting as "ministering spirits". That is, their ministry is directed towards believers who will "inherit salvation," -- those who will receive eternal glory, through their faith in Jesus Christ. Hebrews 1:14.
God's sees and hears all. You may rest assured that God takes notice of you, every single time you are sad, or shed even one tear.
If God can restore a man like Lazarus, back to life, there's no doubt he can restore everything in your life, back to life -- everything that is broken. I have seen him do this many times, in my own times of need. Even this week, He was so faithful and caring, as always, and delivered me out of a very difficult time. He will definitely do the same for you. I can vouch to you this morning that God reached down and pulled me out of a very bad situation, so I know He can do the same for you!
Absolutely nothing is too hard for God. He proved that once again to me this week, as He answered my prayers.
If you're thinking that all may be lost, don't be so sure. As you come to God in faith and prayer, your problems are addressed before Him in heaven as soon as you speak them -- and what seemed like a catastrophe, God can turn around instantly, restoring what seemed impossible to you. He'll give you a brand new start in life -- a new beginning, just as He did me this week. Hold on in faith, and God will take over the rest. He's got your back!
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@DeluxedEdition Aww, you're so welcome. I'm so glad I could help you today. God cares about even the smallest details of your life, His knowledge of, love, and attention to you is eternal.
"Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid." Luke 12:7 🫂❤🙏
God rejoices over you, with love, and exultation with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
"The Lord your God is with you. He is a hero who saves you. He happily rejoices over you, renews you with his love, and celebrates over you with shouts of joy."
This verse is from theBook of Zephaniah,a prophet from the 7th century BC, who delivered a message of hope and restoration to the people of Judah.
And that's why God's love and power, brings healing, renewal, and hope to those who are broken or shattered. I know there were times when I felt absolutely devastated, yet God never failed to see me through, when I called on him. That is why he is called our Hope, Help, and Redeemer. He's about restoring lives. He makes us new every morning. Our "end" is actually when we can give everything over to God, so He can do a new work in us and give us a new beginning. He's the only one that can do that for us and I praise God for that. I couldn't do this life without him. What a beautiful guide and friend he has been to me. He has rescued me many times and he'll do the same for you and whomever comes to him. That's one of his promises to you and I know after 52 years of knowing him, he never breaks a promise. His mercies are new every morning. Jeremiah 3:22-23
"For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord." Jeremiah 30:17
@LadyGrace I really needed this today. I have a heavy heart and have been grieving. I’ve been praying and pleading with God to heal my brokenness and my sadness and give me the strength and courage to go on
I also asked him to send me a sign and I do believe that that’s what this was
@DeluxedEdition I mean it when I say I love you dear heart and I have been keeping you in my prayers. I believe you'll be just fine but Rome wasn't built in a day. God will gently lead you through each step, so it's not so overwhelming.
He has definitely heard your prayers and I'm thankful that I could have even a part in that. God bless you, my dear. You'll be fine. There's never a prayer of yours that God has not heard, and he's working every day in the background, while you're keeping the faith.
Sometimes, other people's hearts have to change before the real miracle can happen in your life. There may be other things or other people involved, whose hearts need to be changed, before things can come together full circle. Sometimes we don't know who or what those things are, but I assure you, God does, and he's constantly working for your good and happiness, so just hang in there.
I call it God's Waiting Room, and in that waiting room, you would be surprised at how much you learn in that room. God teaches us so many things --- patience, perseverance, humbleness, and gratitude, in waiting for the Lord to bring us the victory. It's actually for our own good, in that it builds our faith. If everything was handed to us, there would be no joy or victory. No real growth in Christ.
God is always for us, not against us. The victory is so much sweeter when we practice patience and see our faith grow. That's the way it should be. A steady faith-filled journey...not rushed. Every single bit of it works for the good for those who love the Lord and I know you do and you're such a wonderful person. You may rest assured that God has his hand entwined with yours, as you walk together on this journey. He's not about to forget you or your request. The wait is always worth it. Weeping may come for a night, but Joy comes in the morning. God gives us tears to release the pain and cleans our hearts and spirit, of all the many hurts, as you give it over to Jesus. And remember. The man on top of the mountain, didn’t fall there. That's why the victory is so sweet when you reached the top.
Go through the steps right now that you must, and you shall be greatly rewarded, and then promoted to the next step in your journey, as you grow in Christ. I can testify that there was never a time -- no matter how deep the valley or how hard the pain -- that letting God lead, wasn't well worth it. God bless you, as He brings about a great work in you. 🌹
