ABC’s abiding, believing, confronting
These elements of our relationship with God work together like three strands of a cord.
| Abiding puts us in intimate contact with God where we can know His heart and will. |
| Believing connects us with God’s authority and His mighty promises. |
| Confronting is the application of God’s will and His word to see His kingdom come. |
All together, abiding, believing, confronting enable us to pray with God’s heart, according to His Word, in the confidence of His authority. Let’s take a look at these strands and see how they work together to create a strong effective prayer life:
Strand-1 Abiding
In John 15, Jesus talked about, “Abiding”. He spoke about the branch and the
vine, describing the type of relationship you are meant to have with Him- a
close, dependent connection. He promised that you could have whatever you asked
in prayer if you were abiding in Him. This is where all effective prayer starts,
close intimate fellowship with Jesus.
Strand-2 Believing
As a Christian you are called to rise above the natural circumstances of life,
and live by the promises of God. Just as Peter stepped out of the boat and
walked on the water when Jesus called him, (story in -Matt. 14:25-33), you are
to walk by faith and not by sight. As you allow the word of God to become your
standard for living, you will find the courage you need to step beyond the
natural and do exploits for God.
Strand-3 Confronting
Only Christians have the authority to resist the spiritual forces of darkness.
The bible says, “The Son of God appeared for this purpose, that He might
destroy the works of the devil.” -1 John 3:8. Confronting is standing
against the enemies of God for the purpose of setting the captives free.
Once you know God’s heart and will, through abiding and believing, you are ready
to stand as His representative and apply His authority. The scriptures say,
“The heavens are the heavens of the Lord but the earth He has given to the sons
of men...” -Ps. 115:1. Jesus wants you to have confidence as you exercise
your God-given authority.
Source: http://prayercentral.net/
Revised: November 15, 2002.
