“Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.” – Hebrews 7:25
If the members of the churches would but put to work the powers of mind that they have, in well-directed efforts, in well-matured plans, they might do a hundredfold more for Christ than they are now doing. If they went forth with earnest prayer, with meekness and lowliness of heart, seeking, personally to impart to others the knowledge of salvation, the message might reach the inhabitants of the earth. (1)
We are to come to God in faith, and pour out our supplications before Him, believing that He will work in our behalf, and in behalf of those we are seeking to save. We are to devote more time to earnest prayer. (2)
Select another and still another soul, daily seeking guidance from God, laying everything before Him in earnest prayer, and working in divine wisdom. As you do this, you will see that God will give the Holy Spirit to convict, and the power of truth to convert, the soul. (3)
Bear in mind that the success of reproof depends greatly upon the spirit in which it is given. Do not neglect earnest prayer that you may possess a lowly mind, and that angels of God may go before you to work upon the hearts you are trying to reach, and so soften them by heavenly impressions that your efforts may avail. (4)
If several should meet together with one accord, with hearts burdened for perishing souls, and should offer earnest, fervent prayers, they would prove effectual. (5)
As we seek to win others to Christ, bearing the burden of souls in our prayers, our own hearts will throb with the quickening influence of God’s grace; our own affections will glow with more divine fervor; our whole Christian life will be more of a reality, more earnest, more prayerful. (6)
When self dies, there will be awakened an intense desire for the salvation of others,—a desire which will lead to persevering efforts to do good. There will be a sowing beside all waters; and earnest supplication, importunate prayers, will enter heaven in behalf of perishing souls. (7)
Charge for the Day: Today, prayerfully select one person, and in the spirit of earnest prayer and divine wisdom, seek to share the knowledge of salvation with them. Dedicate time to pray specifically for this individual’s spiritual well-being. Approach this endeavor with meekness, lowliness of heart, and a desire genuinely to connect with them. By focusing your efforts on one person and lifting them up in prayer, you can make a meaningful impact on their spiritual journey and bring the message of Christ closer to their heart.
1. The Review and Herald, April 11, 1893
2. SDA Bible Commentary, vol. 3, pp. 1146-1147
3. Medical Ministry, p. 245
4. Testimonies for the Church, vol. 2, p. 52
5. The Review and Herald, August 23, 1899