How Can I Be Sure God Will Hear My Prayer?

In this episode of 'Words from the Word,' the speaker begins a short series on the theme of prayer, specifically focusing on the effectual fervent prayer as mentioned in James chapter 5, verse 16. This devotional explores the importance of righteous living for effective prayer, outlines prayers that are rendered ineffective due to sin, and examines several scriptures that emphasize the conditions under which God hears prayers. The speaker also references the persistent prayer lives of biblical figures like James and Daniel, providing insights into their habits as examples. The episode concludes with a prayer for divine guidance in maintaining a righteous life to ensure that prayers are answered favorably. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:19 The Power of Effectual Fervent Prayer 01:22 Scriptural Foundations 03:18 Examples of Fervent Prayer 05:37 The Ineffective Prayer 09:08 Conditions for Answered Prayers 11:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts