The Bible: Day 30 “Does God Answer All Prayers?” (Psalm 17-13-15, Matthew 20:20-34, Job 15-18)

Introduction:

Exploring whether God answers all prayers by examining specific verses can provide insight. Psalm 17:13-15 reflects a confident trust in God's response, while Matthew 20:20-34 highlights instances of answered prayers, emphasizing faith. In contrast, Job 15-18 presents a complex narrative where Job's prayers aren't immediately answered, showcasing the refinement nature of divine responses.

Jared led a discussion on the complexity of God's prayer response, highlighting the importance of faith, humility, service, and persistence. The conversation also explored the concept of sin, the consequences of pride, and the biblical book of Job, specifically chapters 15 through 18, focusing on spiritual teachings.

Bible Verses and Faith Discussion
The conversation explored specific verses from the Bible to provide insight, including Psalm 17:13-15 and Matthew 20:20-34. These verses were used to illustrate answered prayers and demonstrate faith. Jared also emphasized the importance of seeking God's truth in the Scriptures and doing God's will.

Humility, Service, Faith, and Prayer
Jared led a discussion on Matthew 20:20-34, focusing on the importance of humility, service, faith, and persistence in prayer. He highlighted James and John's request for positions of honor and Jesus' response emphasizing service leadership. Jared also mentioned the healing of two blind men, underscoring Jesus' compassion and accessibility. The conversation concluded with a reminder to pray according to God's will, not our desires, as exemplified by James and John. The discussion was deemed beautiful and insightful by the participants.

Sin, Wisdom, and the Afterlife
He also addressed the concept of sin, suggesting that it can be self-condemning. He criticized those who believed they monopolized wisdom and challenged them to explain their insights. Jared also spoke about the darkness and torment that comes with wickedness and arrogance. He contrasted this with the righteous, who, despite their suffering, have hope for a better afterlife. The discussion concluded with Jared highlighting the importance of wisdom and the consequences of pride.

Job's Dialogues and Suffering Perspectives
Jared led a discussion on the biblical book of Job, focusing on chapters 15 through 18. He highlighted the dialogues between Job and his friends, particularly the speeches of Eliphaz. He also pointed out the different perspectives on suffering, with some characters suggesting it is a result of personal sin. The discussion concluded by reflecting on the importance of humility and understanding in grappling with suffering and prayer.

In Christ, love Jared W. Campbell

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