Recognise JESUS - Prayer

Shabbat Shalom from Kent, London- 23May2025

Scripture Reference: Pr 3:6

Recognizing JESUS's presence is a unique and deeply personal experience, varying from individual to individual as it is guided by the Lord. However, we can draw inspiration from the lives of the men and women in the Bible, learning how they embraced this profound experience in their journeys.

It can be simple and challenge or easy and complex or quick and long waiting or  short duration to extended period or immediate to require patience. It's profound life journey of faith, reflection and openness to HIS guidance. 

In all our ways acknowledge, know and recognize HIM, He will make our paths straight, Guide our steps rightly and remove obstacles that block our ways

Let us approach this matter with mindfulness. It is possible for two individuals to attend the same session or meeting and come away with entirely different experiences. The Scripture reveals the secret: to recognize HIM. TODAY-NOW-FRESH movements with HIM are indeed possible. Conversely, the opposite experience can also occur, within a Church setting.

The Bible highlights, in all our ways to Recognise HIM, Know HIM and Acknowledge HIM. Whether we are in the moment of triumph or in the seasons of waiting and uncertainty. HE is also very eager to communion with us. If we are seeking ways to deepen this experience, Prayer with Worship, and Scripture reading are powerful practices that can help.

Engaging in heartfelt Prayer with heartful gratitude creates a space to Recognise HIM. When we approach HIM with sincerity and thanksgiving, we open our hearts to recognise HIS guidance, Love and Peace. Amen. Gratitude shifts our perspectives, helping us to see God's hand in both Joy and challenging moments of the Life. It turns our Prayers from mere requests into meaningful conversations with HIM. When we acknowledge HIM and HIS blessings- small and big - we become more attuned to HIS presence surrounding us.

King Jehoshaphat's Prayer in 2 Ch 20, acknowledging HIS Power and expressing deep trust in HIM. Instead of panicking, he led the people of Judah in worship, thanksgiving, declaring, GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. They Praised and Prayed. The Lord caused confusion among their enemies, leading to their defeat without Judah having to fight.

Hannah's Prayer for a child (1 Sam1:9-20), Solomon's Prayer for Wisdom (1 Kg 3:5-14), David's Prayer for repentance (Ps 51), Paul's Prayer for Spiritual Growth (Eph 3:14-21) and Jonah's Prayer from the big fish (Jonah 2:1-10) carries profound lessons on Faith, Trust and Communication with the Lord. They have recognised HIM in their ways (overall direction of Life) and in their paths (specific steps or journey within that broader way).

Peace be upon the State of Israel and us. Shalom. Have a Good Long Weekend. 

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