Prayer That Manifests Bible Faith
Apostle Joshua Selman | January 2024
In this powerful teaching, Apostle Joshua Selman explores the intricate connection between prayer and faith, revealing how believers can pray effectively to activate Bible faith and manifest God’s promises in their lives. He emphasizes that prayer is not merely a religious activity but a spiritual transaction that aligns the natural with the supernatural. When rooted in faith, prayer becomes a potent force for transformation and breakthrough.
Key Scriptures
- James 5:16b – “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
- Effective prayer releases tremendous power and brings results.
- Mark 11:24 – “Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.”
- Faith-filled prayer is key to receiving from God.
- Hebrews 11:6 – “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.”
- Faith is the foundation of every successful prayer.
- 1 John 5:14-15 – “And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he heareth us: And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.”
- Confidence in God’s Word is vital for faith-based prayer.
Key Themes from the Teaching
1. The Role of Faith in Prayer
- Faith is the currency of the spiritual realm. Without faith, prayer becomes ineffective.
- Apostle Selman teaches that faith-filled prayer goes beyond words and becomes an expression of trust in God’s ability and willingness to answer.
2. The Foundations of Effective Prayer
- The Word of God: Prayer must be rooted in God’s promises. Knowing what God has said about a matter builds confidence to pray effectively.
- The Will of God: Prayer aligned with God’s will guarantees answers. This requires discernment and knowledge of Scripture.
- Faith and Expectation: The believer must approach God with an expectation of answers. Doubt negates the power of prayer.
3. Barriers to Faith-Based Prayer
- Unbelief: A lack of trust in God’s character or promises hinders prayer.
- Ignorance: Not knowing God’s Word leads to prayers that lack substance and authority.
- Wrong Motives: Self-centered prayers often go unanswered. Apostle Selman highlights the importance of kingdom-centered petitions.
- Inconsistency: Sporadic or half-hearted prayers fail to produce results.
How to Pray Faith-Filled Prayers
- Anchor Your Prayer in Scripture
- Find and declare specific Bible verses that address your situation. God’s Word is His will, and praying it back to Him activates faith.
- Pray with Confidence
- Approach God boldly, believing in His ability to do what He has promised. Confidence in prayer demonstrates faith (Hebrews 4:16).
- Be Persistent
- Faith-filled prayer requires persistence until the answer is manifested. This is not a lack of faith but a demonstration of trust in God’s timing.
- Guard Against Doubt
- Resist the temptation to waver in your belief. Speak faith-filled words and avoid entertaining thoughts that contradict God’s promises.
- Incorporate Thanksgiving
- Thank God in advance for answered prayers. Thanksgiving is an expression of faith that the request is already granted.
- Pray in the Spirit
- Praying in tongues builds faith (Jude 1:20) and allows the Holy Spirit to intercede on your behalf.
The Power of Agreement in Prayer
- Apostle Selman highlights the principle of agreement (Matthew 18:19). He encourages believers to partner with others in prayer for increased impact and manifestation.
Prophetic Declarations by Apostle Selman
- “I decree and declare, your prayers will carry the weight of faith and produce undeniable results in Jesus’ name!”
- “Every barrier to effective prayer is broken now! Step into a season of answered prayers!”
- “As you pray according to God’s will, may the heavens open over you, and may your testimonies multiply!”
Key Takeaways
- Faith-filled prayer is a partnership between man and God, releasing divine possibilities into the natural realm.
- The effectiveness of prayer is not in its length but in its alignment with God’s Word and will.
- Apostle Selman challenges believers to pray with boldness, expectation, and persistence, knowing that God is faithful to perform His Word.
Closing Charge
Apostle Joshua Selman concludes with an empowering charge:
- “Let your prayers be infused with faith and confidence in God. Refuse to pray from a place of fear or desperation—pray from victory, knowing that your Father delights in answering you!”
This teaching equips believers to transform their prayer lives, enabling them to manifest Bible faith and experience extraordinary answers. “Prayer That Manifests Bible Faith” is a call to approach God with boldness, trust, and expectation, knowing that He is both willing and able to fulfill His promises.
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