“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus told his disciples to watch and pray. He knew that their season was about to shift. The disciples needed to know the will of the Father in that hour to keep them from falling away. They were about to walk through the most difficult season of their lives, and they needed to be ready through prayer. However, the disciples did not take heed. They fell asleep just as most of us might snooze after a long day and a big meal. They did not recognize that their lives were about to change dramatically, and they needed to get ready for a tough season.
Some of you are experiencing the winds of change personally. Some families and churches may be going through a change of season. Our nation is experiencing rapid change currently. This is the time that the people of God must rise up and take their place. The consequence of the current developments can be much greater than just an election or a Supreme court decision. We are called to be watchmen and intercede on behalf of our nation.
Peter was tempted and denied Jesus because he was taken by surprise by the arrest of Jesus. He had relied on himself more than relying on the Lord up to this point. When things go as planned, it is easy to rely on ourselves and think that we are still surrendered to God’s will. However, the times of uncertainty can challenge us to find a way out! What Jesus told His disciples holds true for us as well. We need to watch and pray!
Jesus called the church to be the light and salt of the world. The only way we can maintain our potency is by remaining in intimate relationship with the Lord and having an ear to hear His instructions. We are called to be watchmen, so when the enemy is approaching, we can sound the trumpet and alarm the people of God of the impending danger. Let’s be ready for God’s work in our land.
A prayer movement is happening this weekend in Washington DC (Oct 6-9) called Awaken the Dawn people from all 50 states will be represented and will pray for our nation. You can join in by spending some time in prayer and fasting during those three days. The following is the link to the event: http://www.thecall.com/riseup/.
