God speaks today Sunday | December 10, 2023

I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. (Psalm 40:1)
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. (Philippians 4:6)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

Pray instead of crying - boldness and persistence in prayer

Effective prayer requires persistent and determined requests. Instead of crying, pray; instead of shaking, bend your knees. Sometimes God may not answer our prayers immediately to purify our requests and help us understand why we are asking. The greatest test of faith and obedience is persisting in prayer despite long waiting times. When the answer arrives after a long wait, it comes with interest and divine pleasure because of our submission and obedience. Read more...


Cross Reference

Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? (Matthew 6:25)
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (Proverbs 3:5)
Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. (1 Peter 5:7)
They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. (Psalm 34:5)

Comments:

Liliana ANGELES : Infinitely grateful, the word comforts me.
Liliana, I am glad that the word of God comforts you. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, he mentions the importance of persistence in prayer. In Psalm 40:1, the psalmist declares, "I waited patiently for the LORD, and he bowed down to me and heard my cry." This is a powerful promise that God hears us when we cry out to Him. When we face battles in life, let us remember that we can approach God with persistence and confidence. Is there something specific you are praying for that we can join in prayer with you?
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I know that my LORD will answer my prayers in due time. I adore you my GOD.
Enrique, it is beautiful to see your confidence that God will answer your prayers in due time. As Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional mentions, sometimes God takes us through periods of waiting so that we can purify our requests and strengthen our faith. In Philippians 4:6, the apostle Paul encourages us to present our requests before God in prayer and thanksgiving. By following this advice and trusting in God's faithfulness, we can worship Him at all times. May your faith and worship of God be a testimony of perseverance and trust in his promises. Is there something specific you are praying for right now in your life? We are here to support you and join in prayer with you.
José Asdrubal martinez : This devotional is beautiful and comfortable, like all those that I still have the pleasure of reading, rejoicing in your wonderful word and promises of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless 🙏 each of you, he is great.
Thank you, José Asdrubal, for your words of appreciation towards the devotional and for your blessing towards all of us. Truly, God's Word and his promises are wonderful and comforting. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, the importance of persisting in prayer and trusting in God's faithfulness is highlighted. It is beautiful to see how his message has touched your heart. May God continue to bless you abundantly and may your faith and joy in his wonderful word continue to grow day by day. If there is something specific you want to pray about or share, feel free to do so. We are here to support you and pray with you. God bless you!
Xiomara quintero: Amen and amen. Thank you for every message, for every reflection because it is the word of God, encouragement and spiritual food for our lives and to continue strengthening us in the love of Christ Jesus, KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS. The Lord bless you
Amen, Xiomara, what a beautiful expression of gratitude and blessing towards the messages and reflections you receive. As you say, the word of God is breath and spiritual food for our lives, and through it we are strengthened in the love of Christ Jesus, who is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. May the Lord continue to bless you and guide you on your spiritual walk. May his love and grace surround you always. If there is anything we can support you with or if you would like to share any prayer requests, please do not hesitate to do so. We are here to accompany you and pray with you. May God bless you richly!
Francisco Diaz S.: "He who persists achieves" If you have doubts, you give up, if we pray with faith and perseverance our prayers will be heard and we will be blessed. The Lord delays but does not forget-
Thank you, Francisco, for sharing your reflection based on Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional. It is true, as you mention, that he who persists achieves. Faith and perseverance are key in our prayer life. Although sometimes it may seem that God is slow to respond, we must remember that he never forgets us. He is faithful and will fulfill his promises in his perfect time. Let us continue to trust in his love and power, knowing that our pleas will be heard and that we will be blessed. May perseverance and faith in prayer be a constant in our spiritual life. If there is anything we can join in prayer with you, please feel free to share it. May the Lord continue to guide you and bless you abundantly.
Francisco Diaz S.: I pray for my children so that they are blessed in their labors and achieve plenitude.-Labor done with love bears good fruit.
Francisco, it is wonderful that you pray for your children so that they are blessed in their work and achieve fulfillment. As you mention, labor done with love bears good fruit. I am sure that your prayers and blessings will be invaluable support for them on their path. Let us remember that God calls us to work with diligence and excellence, trusting in his provision and guided by his love. Let us continue to trust that God has a special purpose for each of our children and that he will guide them towards plenitude in all their work. Let us join in prayer so that your children are abundantly blessed and may experience the fruit of their labor done with love. May the Lord shower his blessings on you and your family.
Myriam : That the LORD has always helped me in ALL GLORY TO MY JESUS ​​CHRIST FOR HIS IMMENSE LOVE BLESSINGS
Amen, Myriam. What a beautiful testimony of how the Lord has always helped you in everything. Truly, his love is immense and worthy of all glory. May his love and blessings continue to accompany you in every step of your life. If there is a specific request you would like to pray for or share, please feel free to do so. We are here to support you and pray with you. May the Lord continue to shower his love and blessings on you. Blessings!
Anny: It is a great blessing to read the devotionals. I trust in God that in his time he will answer my requests. I am praying for the conversion of my son and my family. God greatly bless all those who make it possible for this food to reach our homes every day.
Thank you, Anny, for sharing your experience and your trust in God. It is truly a blessing to be able to read the devotionals and receive that spiritual food that strengthens our faith. Surely God hears your requests and in His perfect time will respond according to His will. Continue to pray for the conversion of your child and your family, because prayer has transformative power. May the love and grace of God be poured out upon them, guiding them towards Him. We appreciate your words of blessing and we assure you that it is a privilege to be able to bring this spiritual food to every home. May God bless you and your family abundantly. We are here to support you and pray with you every step of your spiritual walk. Blessings!
Rosaira Rosa Ramos : The theme is very nice and correct. DTBM
Thank you, Rosaira, for your comment. We are glad to know that you find the devotional theme beautiful and correct. It is important to receive these words of encouragement and wisdom through devotionals to strengthen our faith and spiritual growth. May the Lord continue to bless you and guide you in your walk with him. If there is any prayer request that we can support you with, do not hesitate to share it. God bless you abundantly! DTBM (God Bless You Much).
Sabino Marroquín López.: I have suffered, I have suffered and I have lived through difficult times to support my family due to lack of employment, but God has done miracles in me, and for that: I have faith and hope, and I believe in God at all times, I thank him God who is: my true and great love amen.
Sabino, thank you for sharing your testimony of faith and hope. It is inspiring to see how God has worked miracles in your life and has been your true and great love in difficult times. Through your experience, you remind us of the importance of trusting God at all times and thanking Him for His faithfulness and provision. May you continue to experience his love and blessings in your life and that of your family. If there is a specific request you would like to pray for, please feel free to share it. We are here to support you and pray with you. God bless you abundantly!
Sabino Marroquín López.: I ask GOD to give me his hand to carry out the project, which is related to: the use of rainwater, because water is running out all over the world, I ask GOD and you in prayer, amen.
Sabino, I join your request in prayer so that God gives you his hand and guides you in carrying out your project related to the use of rainwater. It is true that water is a vital and scarce resource in many parts of the world, and it is wonderful to see your desire to seek solutions and care for God's creation. May the Lord grant you wisdom, provision, and success in this project, so that you may be a blessing to both your community and the environment. Trust that God is with you and that he will respond according to his perfect will. We are here to support you in prayer and we want you to see the fruits of your efforts. God bless you and guide you every step! Amen.
juan jose reyes: What a blessing to be able to receive the Word daily and thus be able to edify myself daily.
Juan José, we are very happy to know that you find blessing in receiving the Word of God daily and that it edifies you in your spiritual walk. The Word of God is spiritual food that strengthens us, guides us and inspires us in our daily lives. It is important that you continue to seek His Word and allow it to transform your life. If there is any prayer request that we can support you with, do not hesitate to share it. We are here to support you and pray with you every step of your walk with God. May you continue to receive blessings and grow in faith. God bless you greatly!
Jennifer : I think the answer will not always come no matter how much you pray. But you don't necessarily have to stop praying, you always have to pray and give thanks, but there are requests that are not answered no matter how much you cry, but even so we must always be grateful and confident in the promise.
Jennifer, thank you for sharing your perspective regarding the answer to our prayers. It is true that God's answer may not always come in the way or in the time we expect. However, as you mention, it is important to continue praying and giving thanks at all times, even when our requests seem not to be answered. Trust in God's promises and gratitude towards him are fundamental in our relationship with him. Sometimes God may have deeper, more perfect purposes that we don't understand at the time. His wisdom and love are always present, even when our prayers are not answered the way we hope. Maintaining an attitude of gratitude and trust in God helps us move forward and keep our faith strong. If there is a specific request you would like to pray for, please feel free to share it. We are here to support you and pray with you. May the peace of God accompany you in every aspect of your life and may you continue to grow in your relationship with him. God bless you abundantly!