Theme: GOD THAT ANSWERETH BY FIRE!* (GOD OF ELIJAH)
Text: 1Kings 17:4–16, 1Kings 18:20–24, 36-40, 2Kings 1:10–12, 2:14, Malachi 3:6.
EXHORTATION
Praise ye the LORD! Alleluiyah! It is not only a good thing to give thanks to God Almighty but highly necessary and indispensable, for His goodness and mercy endure forever. We as a people and as individuals cannot pretend to be unaware of all that have been happening at different quarters, namely the various challenges besetting our nation, the dwindling economic and security situations, the uncertainties and the evil perpetrations everywhere and so on. Yet in all these things God has made us a conqueror through Christ, our Saviour. Alleluiyah! We here join the Psalmist to re-echo the sound of appreciation and adoration, "Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits..." Psalms 103:1-2.
Last month, God directed us to activate the Power of Resurrection in Prayer, in every area of our lives, all the way. It is no gainsaying that, we indeed witnessed the quickening and victorious power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead in all areas of our lives. The testimonies of Christ's gracious work on the cross abound to this effect. May His name alone be glorified forevermore. Amen.
This month, the Holy Spirit is leading us to pray under the covenant name"The God That Answereth By Fire!" The God that answereth by Fire is the Almighty, the God all flesh, Who alone makes the impossible, possible. God's Fire signifies God’s holy presence, divine empowerment and purification by His Holy Spirit. The fire also shows up for a proof of divine judgment, for our God is the Consuming Fire! This happened on Mount Carmel, when Elijah had an encounter with the prophets of Baal (Hebrews 12:29, 1Kings 18:20–24, 36-40). Indeed, "A fire goeth before him, and burneth up his enemies round about..." -Psalms 97:3-6. So, as He has directed us to pray on this theme this month, He will surely fight our battles and grant us victory every step of the way, in Jesus' Name (Amen).
He is the One with the Master Key; when He opens, no man can shut and when He shuts, none can open. -Jeremiah 32:17, 27, Revelation 3:7-8.
The LORD God [Jehovah Tsebaoth] rules over all things, seen and unseen, known and unknown. He inhabits eternity [Isaiah 57:15, 66:1, Psalm 115:3, 16-18], in the heaven of heavens, and rules over the affairs of men on earth. He works by His innumerable hosts of heaven [the Angels, Hebrews 12:22] -Psalm 148:2; Daniel 7:10.
On Mount Carmel, He answered Elijah by Fire to prove His majesty and supremacy over all before the ungodly and the prophets of Baal. The fire of the LORD fell and consumed the burnt sacrifice, the wood, the stones and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. -1Kings 18:20–24, 36-40. On two different occasions, Ahaziah's captains of fifty were consumed by the fire that fell down from heaven, at the word of Elijah the prophet of God. -2Kings 1:10–14. He was the Almighty that parted the River Jordan before Elisha, 2Kings 2:13-14.
The children of Israel passed through the Red Sea on dry land but the same sea swallowed the enemies. He fought mightily for His people and gave them resounding victory! -Exodus 14:22-31, 15:1-13. He is the God that answereth by Fire!
Hannah was being reproached for her childlessness but she poured out her heart in supplications to the Almighty and the LORD Jehovah Tsebaoth, even the God that answereth by Fire, vindicated her and turned her sorrow into joy. Jehovah Tsebaoth fought her battle with glorious victory. Indeed, He is the God that fight for His people, beyond their imagination. Indeed, He is the God that answereth by Fire!
It is worthy of note here that, God that answereth by Fire is the only and true God that answers prayers by divine speed but the manifestation of His answers to us is at His own discretion, for He knows all things, He knows the end from the beginning. -Isaiah 46:10, Psalm 139:1-4. He answered Elijah by fire [that is, by divine speed]! He Provided for him supernaturally [by divine speed]. He defended him against the enemies of God and His people. He Demonstrated His supremacy and immeasurable power through Elijah. He is the God Almighty we serve, even the God whose unfailing covenant we connect with this month and always. He has assured us: "Call unto Me and I will answer..." Jeremiah 33:3.
As we pray in unity of faith this month, the God that answereth by Fire shall answers us speedily by His quickening power and translate our trials into triumph, our prayers into resounding testimonies, in Jesus' Name.
Remember, with Jesus Christ, our Victory is Sure!
Prophetic Prayer Guide
1. Give thanks to the LORD of lords and the King of kings, for His unfailing love, compassion and care. -Lamen. 3:22-24, 1Peter 5:7.
2. Give glory to God for being jealous for His people and for fighting our battles all the way. -Joel 2:18-19, Exodus 14:14, Deut.:29-31, 20:3-4, Psalm 18:39.
3. Appreciate the Almighty for who He is and all He has provided for us in Christ Jesus. -Jeremiah 32:17, 27, Corinth.2:9, Philip.4:13, 19.
4. Glorify Him for always giving us victory in Christ Jesus. -Romans 8:37, 2Corinth.2:14.
5. Thank the LORD [Jehovah] for all His goodness: Has provision, His protection, guidance and comfort of the Holy Spirit. -Psalms 136:1-4.
6. Ask for forgiveness of all sins, known and unknown, and pray that the Blood of Jesus cleanses you from all filthiness. -2Corinth.7:1, Psalm 19:12-14.
7. Pray that His mercy shall speak for you, in every area of your life. -Romans 9:15-16.
8. Pray for the quickening of the Holy Spirit to empower you this month for supernatural breakthroughs and exploits. -Romans 8:11.
9. Holy Spirit, give me the boldness and the confidence to challenge every obstacle on my way this months and this year, in Jesus' Name. -Romans 8:15, Galatians 4:6, Hebrews10:19, Ephesians 3:12, 2Kings1:10–12.
10. I receive grace for prompt obedience, to enjoy all the provisions of God for me this month and this year, in Jesus' Name. -1Kings 17:8-10, 13-16. Deut.28:1-13.
11. Every hindrance, waiting to deprive me of my blessings this month and this year, clear out of the way, by fire, in Jesus' Name. -Zechariah 4:6-7, Psalm 97:3-6.
12. "God That Answereth By Fire", let Your presence go with me this month, this year and henceforth, every step of the way, in Jesus' Name. -Exodus 33:13-15.
13. "God That Answereth By Fire": strengthens me, help me and uphold me with Your mighty hands of righteousness, in Jesus' Name. - Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 121:1.
14. "God That Answereth By Fire": make haste to deliver me from every form of bondage and oppression, in Jesus' Name. -Psalm 70:1-5.
15. "God That Answereth By Fire": grant me divine provision this month, this year, and always, in Jesus' Name. -1Kings 17:4–16, Philip.4:19.
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