Pray for Us
By Pastor Jerry A. Burns
One of the shortest requests in the Bible is also one of the most powerful: “Pray for us.” The writer of Hebrews had preached, taught, encouraged, and suffered for the cause of Christ, yet he still recognized his need for the prayers of God’s people. If those who lead, teach, and serve in ministry need prayer, how much more do all of us need the faithful prayers of fellow believers?
As a pastor, this verse speaks to my heart. There are times when people see the preaching, the teaching, or the public ministry, but they do not always see the battles fought in private. Every believer faces spiritual opposition, discouragement, temptation, and seasons of weariness. God never intended for us to walk this journey alone. He has given us the privilege of carrying one another’s burdens through prayer. Sometimes the greatest thing you can do for someone is not give advice, offer a solution, or provide an answer. Sometimes the greatest gift is simply to pray.
The writer also mentions having “a good conscience” and a desire “to live honestly.” Prayer is not merely asking God to bless our plans; it is asking Him to help us live in a way that honors Him. A clear conscience comes from walking in obedience to God’s Word and being quick to confess sin when we fail. When we pray for one another, we should pray not only for success, health, or provision, but also for holiness, integrity, and faithfulness.
I often think of how many victories have been won because someone quietly prayed. A missionary stayed on the field because someone prayed. A struggling believer found strength because someone prayed. A pastor continued preaching because someone prayed. In heaven we may discover that some of the greatest works of God were accomplished through people whose names were never known but whose prayers were heard.
Today, take a moment to pray for someone. Pray for your pastor. Pray for missionaries. Pray for your family. Pray for a friend who is struggling. And do not hesitate to ask others to pray for you as well. Prayer is one of God’s greatest gifts to His people, and through it He accomplishes far more than we can see.
Make a list of three people who are serving the Lord and commit to praying for them every day this week. Then send them a message and let them know you are praying for them. You may be the encouragement they need today.
"The fear of man bringeth a snare: But whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe." — Proverbs 29:25
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Trusting God With Tomorrow (Pt. 3)
In this final part of the message, “Trusting God with Tomorrow,” we are brought face to face with a powerful truth from Scripture—while we often plan our days and assume the future, the Bible teaches us that life is fragile, uncertain, and completely in God’s hands. As James reminds us, our life is “even a vapour” that appears for a little time and then vanishes away . The issue is not planning, but planning without God—living as though we are in control of what only God knows.
This message walks through the heart of biblical trust: having a proper perspective of tomorrow, a humble posture before God today, and a surrendered plan that says, “If the Lord will.” Whether facing uncertainty, fear, or the illusion of control, we are called to draw near to God, rest in His care, and trust that His will is good, even when tomorrow is unknown. Because Christ has risen, our future is secure—not in our plans, but in His perfect hands.
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