Intercession For Others

             The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth - Psalm 145:18.

                Abraham interceded for the people of Sodom (Genesis 18:23-25). Moses pleaded God’s mercy for Israelite people. Therefore, He said that He would destroy them, had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach, To turn away His wrath, lest He destroy them - Psalm 106:23. Daniel prayed to God for his people. O Lord, hear! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, listen and act! Do not delay for Your own sake, my God, for Your city and Your people are called by Your name - Daniel 9:19.

                Jesus instructed us to pray for all those who mistreat us. Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you - Luke 6:28. When Job prayed for his friends, God restored him. We will be healed when we pray for each other. Pray for one another, that you may be healed - James 5:16. Paul says that we have to pray behalf of all men as God desires all men to be saved (1 Tim. 2:1-2).

                The Holy Spirit intercedes for us according to the will of God as we do not know how to pray or what to pray for. And because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!” - Galatians 4:6. Let us also intercede for others as God is near to all who call upon Him in truth. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others - Philippians 2:4.

                                                  

PRAYER: Dear Lord, Fill us with the spirit of prayer to intercede for others. In Jesus name we pray. Amen.