I was journalling recently about how the flow of intercession that I have known for many years seems to have gone to a trickle. But realised that I am learning about resting prayer - learning simply to trust, as a child, and not work hard at prayer.
So I was taken aback recently to find myself roaring with 'authority' and indignation when praying with some friends. I used to roar at my three mischievious boys (out of frustration and a lack of grace!) but those days are well over - they are now in their 30s and 40s! So what was going on in these prayer-times?
The first time, I felt a rush of indignation and a 'this should not be' feeling - and I loudly quoted Scripture and paced about and declared what will be according to his word. The second time we were praying tenderly for a woman who has an affliction that has almost ruined her life for years. It isolates her from others, and causes her deep distress. I found myself loudly 'cursing' this affliction in Jesus' name and commanding it to leave. It feels like a roar from within. So I guess we could say that 'The Lion of Judah' (Aslan)had a roar through me. Presumptious? Well, it was not 'me' in the sense that I was content to be gentle and restful, and suddenly this came out.
Perhaps this is the answer to my questions about intercession. He will do his thing when it suits him... I am to rest and enjoy and express his love - and if needed the roar will come too. He is, after all, the Lion and the Lamb - so I can rest - and roar.
"Pray in the Spirit on all occasions, with all kinds of prayers..." Eph.5:18
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