During this time of fasting and praying, I have been studying one scripture more than any other. Jesus went to fast and pray—guess who wouldn’t let Him do it in peace? The enemy, who comes to kill, steal, and destroy.
How many times have you been praying to God, and all kinds of thoughts show up to break your connection? You may not be praying for forty days—maybe it’s just a morning prayer of thankfulness—and here comes the enemy. His job is to keep you from fully connecting to God because he knows that if you are fully connected, you are unstoppable. When you are able to press your way forward in any situation, nothing is impossible. Don’t get discouraged—start again and keep starting over until you can focus. The Bible doesn’t say *if* you pray, but it continually reminds us to *always* pray:
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV
[Source](https://bible.com/bible/111/1th.5.16-18.NIV)
So I say to you: Keep memorizing scripture. It doesn’t have to be long—just the Word of God. The Word is able to keep you from falling. The enemy may not offer you a kingdom, but he may tell you that no one loves you. That’s when you tell him that God so loved the world that He gave His only Son. If the enemy tells you that you can’t do it, remind him that nothing is impossible with Christ Jesus. If the enemy tells you that you won’t make it, you tell him that all things in your life work together for your good because you love the Lord and are called according to His purpose:
“For with God, nothing will be impossible.”
Luke 1:37 NKJV
[Source](https://bible.com/bible/114/luk.1.37.NKJV)
God’s words speak life, so always remember the power that is in your tongue and use it to win the fight against the enemy. Never forget that the enemy has a job to do: destroy you. You also have a job to do: trust God!
Be steadfast and immovable in your faith:
“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.”
I Corinthians 15:58 NKJV
[Source](https://bible.com/bible/114/1co.15.58.NKJV)
Prayer has so many benefits for the believer.
1. **Spiritual Growth**:Prayer strengthens one’s connection to God, deepens faith, and provides clarity in understanding His will.
2. **Inner Peace and Focus**: Prayer helps calm the mind and brings peace amidst chaos. Time in prayer can refocus thoughts and combat distractions from the enemy.
3. **Resilience and Strength**: Prayer equips believers with the strength to persevere through trials. Being steadfast in prayer makes one “unstoppable” when fully connected to God.
4. **Power of Words**: Prayer lets us speak life into situations and use the Word of God to counter the enemy’s lies.
5. **A Lifeline for Gratitude**: Prayer fosters a thankful heart and provides opportunities to rejoice and give thanks, as mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.
“What if just a few minutes in prayer each day could transform your heart and perspective?”
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