In whom we have boldness and access with confidence through our faith in him.  – Ephesians 3:12

Can you imagine what it would be like to see God’s glory? Moses desired to see it. God allowed Moses in His presence, but he wasn’t allowed to see His face, lest Moses would die (Exodus 33:20). What a remarkable thing Christ did to allow people to have access to God with boldness, through faith, as it says in today’s verse.

When Jesus died the temple’s huge curtain was ripped in two, signifying the liberty to come unhindered to God, believing He will forgive sins, lift burdens, and answer prayers (Matthew 27:50-51). Your Heavenly Father has provided a way through His Son to receive the help you need (Hebrews 4:16). Avail yourself of His presence and desire to help. Boldly bring the needs of this country before the Lord. Just as Esther came before the king and he extended his golden scepter to receive her, God extends His golden scepter to you, through Christ, as you intercede for the nation.

All things are possible with God. As His people pray, He brings unity instead of division, health instead of sickness, and peace instead of violence and war. Persevere! Jesus taught about the unjust judge who gave in to a woman’s passionate pleading. Jesus said how much more will God grant His people their requests if they do not give up (Luke 18:7). In the next verse He rhetorically asks, “Nevertheless, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?” May He find a lot of faith when He returns. Determine to keep praying until you see this nation’s healing and peace.