Power of Prayer - How powerful is it?

The power of prayer should not be underestimated. James 5:16-18 declares, "…The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.”  Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.  God most definitely listens to prayers, answers prayers, and moves in response to prayers.

On January 20, 2011 Lake and Sumter Counties are planning to come together for the annual New Year’s Prayer Breakfast.  The faith based community strongly believes in the power of prayer.  Therefore, during the breakfast numerous religious leaders will be praying for all aspects of our community and its leadership.  All residents of Lake and Sumter are invited to attend; the cost is $9.

Each of us should be praying continually for the community we live in and its leadership.  As Christians, we say we believe in prayer – then we need to practice this on a regular basis.  The world we live in needs our help.  Prayer is a crucial way to receive wisdom, healing power and unity for the neighborhoods we live in.  Join me in this opportunity to change the world – one prayer at a time!

PS – I will be happy to take prayer requests through the blog – just let me know what’s on your heart!