The story that has inspired me to day is in Acts 4. Please read it for yourself, but in lieu of that, here is a short synopsis: the leaders of the Jewish religious and legal community of the day bring Peter & John in to figure out how to challenge and condemn them after they perform a miraculous healing in the name of Jesus. They're essentially stumped for the short term, but send John & Peter away with a command to stop preaching and healing in the name of Jesus.
What happens next is truly awe-inspiring! Peter & John return to their friends and fellow believers, they retell what has happened, and the church breaks into fervent, scriptural prayer. The last recorded words of their prayer are these:
"And now, O Lord, hear their threats, and give us, your servants, great boldness in preaching your word. Stretch out your hand with healing power; may miraculous signs and wonders be done through the name of your holy servant Jesus.”" Acts 4:2 9-30 (NLT).
My prayer for today is that when I am faced with challenges and attack, the prayers of my heart will follow the same pattern as what is shared here. I ask that I would desire further boldness and that I would pursue more glory for your name, Lord...no matter what the cost!
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