The Prayer of Jabez

Scripture 1 Chron 4:10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!” So God granted him what he requested.

Observation: It wasn’t that long ago I started saying the prayer of Jabez as part of my morning prayers. When I ask God to expand my territory I ask that He will allow me way to share my testimony and love with others. Since then He has allowed me to do a Heaven Study and I will share my depression testimony at church in a couple of weeks. When I ask Him to bless me I ask Him to bless me because that is His desire for me. I know God answers all of my prayers and like Jabez He answers mine.

Application: I need to keep on praying His will for my life and to keep seeking what His will is. I need to be a righteous man, as difficult as that might be. I need to talk to my Father throughout the day and stay close to my Savior. Time is getting short for me and if I’m going to complete the purpose God has put before me I will need His hand upon me, because without I can’t do anything, but with Christ I can do all things.

Prayer: My Lord I want to finish well. Please keep those opportunities coming so I may honor you with this life. Heal your servant and take this pain from me, but not my will your will be done. May I go to you throughout the day and listen to what you are telling me. I love you Lord, please guide me.