The Hour of Prayer

Devotionals
By Pst. Franklin Odigwe on Friday November 8, 2024
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“One day Peter and John went to the Temple at three o’clock in the afternoon, the hour for prayer.” – Acts 3:1 (GNT)

Beloved, did you know there is something special called the hour of prayer? Were you aware that specific times of prayer hold unique significance? If this is new to you, let me explain.

Growing up as Christians, many of us were taught the importance of a strong prayer life, which is a solid foundation. However, over time, we learn that there’s more to prayer than simply engaging in it—there is value in targeting the hour of prayer. Why? The hour of prayer is a unique moment when the spiritual and physical realms intersect. This timing is often referred to as a “prayer gate,” a moment when the realm of the Spirit opens to the physical, and angels are assigned to fulfill particular tasks on earth.

Praying fervently during these hours often yields greater results, as these times are spiritually significant. This doesn’t mean that prayers at other times are ineffective; rather, it means that praying during these hours allows us to participate in moments that carry spiritual power and can lead to profound life changes.

In our opening text, we see that as Peter and John approached the Temple at the hour of prayer, a lame man asked them for alms. It was during this significant hour that Peter, in the name of Jesus, declared healing, and the man was healed (Acts 3:1-5). This shows the extraordinary power that can be released when we pray during these spiritually charged times.

The miraculous is available to you when you begin to pray at the appointed hours of 6AM, 9AM, 12PM, 3PM, 6PM, 9PM, and 12AM. By consistently setting aside these times for prayer, you can activate miraculous changes in your life. Praise God!

Today’s Rhema

One thing is to pray, and another is to pray at the hour of prayer!

Confession for the Day

Father, I am grateful for this beautiful truth You have revealed to me today. From now on, I will incorporate this truth into my daily prayer life. As I do, I excel in all things, in Jesus’ name. Amen!

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