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In the Christian faith, prayer is a vital means of communication with God, and the Bible provides numerous assurances that God hears and responds to the prayers of His people, especially in times of trouble. The Scriptures are replete with promises that God will answer the cries of those who call upon Him in distress, offering comfort, guidance, and deliverance.
Biblical Promises of Answered Prayer1.
Psalm 50:15 · "Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me." This verse encapsulates the promise that God is attentive to the prayers of His people during their times of need. It emphasizes not only God's willingness to deliver but also the resultant glorification of God by the believer.
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Psalm 91:15 · "When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him." This passage reassures believers of God's presence and intervention during difficult times. It highlights a personal relationship where God is both responsive and protective.
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Jeremiah 33:3 · "Call to Me, and I will answer and show you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Here, God invites His people to seek Him, promising not only an answer but also revelation and insight beyond human understanding, particularly in challenging circumstances.
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James 5:13 · "Is any one of you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises." This New Testament exhortation encourages believers to turn to prayer in times of suffering, reinforcing the idea that God is attentive to the needs of His people.
Examples of Answered Prayer in Times of Trouble1.
Hannah's Prayer (1 Samuel 1:10-20) · In her deep anguish, Hannah prayed to the LORD for a child. Her heartfelt plea was answered with the birth of Samuel, demonstrating God's compassion and responsiveness to personal distress.
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Jehoshaphat's Prayer (2 Chronicles 20:5-12) · Faced with a formidable enemy, King Jehoshaphat sought the LORD in prayer. God's answer came through a prophetic word, leading to a miraculous victory without the need for battle, showcasing divine intervention in national crises.
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Daniel's Prayer (Daniel 6:10-23) · Despite the threat of the lion's den, Daniel continued to pray faithfully. God's response was the miraculous preservation of Daniel's life, illustrating His power to deliver from seemingly insurmountable dangers.
The Role of Faith and RighteousnessThe Bible underscores the importance of faith and righteousness in receiving answers to prayer.
James 5:16 states, "The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail." This suggests that a life aligned with God's will enhances the efficacy of prayer, particularly in times of trouble.
Encouragement for BelieversBelievers are encouraged to approach God with confidence, as
Hebrews 4:16 advises, "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." This assurance is rooted in the character of God, who is both loving and just, and who delights in responding to the prayers of His children.
In summary, the Bible provides a robust framework for understanding God's promises to answer prayer, especially during times of trouble. These promises are not only a source of hope and encouragement but also a call to deeper faith and reliance on God's unfailing love and power.
Torrey's Topical Textbook
Psalm 50:15And call on me in the day of trouble: I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.
Torrey's Topical TextbookPsalm 91:15
He shall call on me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honor him.
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Lives of Faith and Trust
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Answers to Prayer
... had himself repeatedly proved that the Lord hears and answers prayer! ... A PRAYER FOR
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Prayer Perfumed with Praise
... him, and in general pray for his glory, but on a special occasion he pleaded concerning
the promised heir, at ... You shall get your answers to prayer when you ...
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The Apocalypse of Baruch.
... made for God's people; [181] and the Lord answers, that this ... and then Baruch, in
answer to his prayer, is told ... regions of the world, as it had been promised him ...
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The Doctrines of Salvation A. Repentance. B. Faith. C. ...
... would receive Jesus Christ as their long promised Messiah. ... testify to the fact that
God both hears and answers prayer. ... The soul may be in prayer no matter what ...
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Cheer for Despondency
... one thing more; supposing the trial does come, thy God has promised that as ... You know,
dear friends, that you have obtained answers to prayer, very singular ...
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Constant, Instant, Expectant
... it be by some extraordinary mercy beyond what is promised. ... If some people looked
out for answers to prayer they ... of the good man at the prayer-meeting, who ...
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Book ii. Jerome Answers the Second, Third, and Fourth Propositions ...
... Jerome answers the second, third, and fourth propositions of ... The case is different
if this prayer belongs to the ... crown of life, which the Lord promised to them ...
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Of Prayer --A Perpetual Exercise of Faith. The Daily Benefits ...
... Answers. ... Hence David's method of prayer to which I lately referred: "And now, O Lord ...
art that God, and thy words be true, and thou hast promised this goodness ...
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Sown among Thorns
... received by the soil, it grew and promised well, but ... We related instances of answers
to prayer, and we ... providence and His readiness to hear prayer are seldom ...
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