“When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heavens opened.” — Luke 3:21 (NKJV)
Most Christians do not understand the power they possess and therefore do not make use of it. Many have become beggarly, yet they are possessors of heaven and earth. Some have become sickly, even though their Father has divine life and has given them the same life to inherit. Others have become cowardly, yet the Bible teaches that the Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives brings boldness.
When we examine our opening text, we see the power available to the believer through prayer. The Bible says, “When all the people were baptized, it came to pass that Jesus also was baptized; and while He prayed, the heavens opened.” Notice that the heavens didn’t just open on their own, nor did they open immediately after His baptism. The heavens opened while He prayed. This means that His prayer triggered the opening of the heavens. And when the heavens opened, there was a release of words concerning Jesus, and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him, empowering Him for the task ahead.
What is the significance of this? When the heavens open, blessings are poured out, and prayers are answered. But the heavens will not open unless you pray. As simple as this truth may sound, it is profound. If we examine the life of Jesus, we see that His miracles, His authority, and the way He spoke were all reflections of His lifestyle of prayer. If we maintain a life of prayer as Jesus did, our heavens will open as well, for “as He is, so are we in this world” (1 John 4:17).
So, do not waste time crying over things you have the power to change. Do not be anxious about your house rent, your bills, or any other challenge. Remember, heaven is waiting to open, but it takes your prayers to unlock it. Sadly, many Christians remain comfortable in prayerlessness, thinking that prayer is insignificant when it comes to changing situations. Yet, the Word of God was given to us as a guide, showing us the examples of those who prayed and received divine intervention. If they did it and got results, so can we—and even greater results. Praise God!
Today’s Rhema
When you pray, the heavens open!
Confession for the Day
I declare that as I pray, the windows of heaven are opened on my behalf, pouring out blessings upon me so abundantly that I do not have room enough to receive them all. I decree that my heavens are open every time I pray, in the name of Jesus. Amen!
