Jesus, Our Intercessor

When we don’t know what to do or pray, Jesus intercedes on our behalf.   #daybydaylw   Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!   ~~~ "Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them." When famine struck Israel for three years, David did what a good king should—he sought the face of the Lord. He didn’t rely on his own wisdom or power. He didn’t ignore the suffering of his people. Instead, he interceded on their behalf, pleading for God’s mercy. To seek God’s face means to seek His presence, His favor, His peace. Israel was suffering because God’s blessing had been withdrawn. David knew that only by understanding the heart of God—His displeasure, His justice—could restoration come. David’s intercession points us to the ultimate Mediator, Jesus Christ. Before going to the cross, Jesus prayed for His disciples and for all who would one day believe in Him. That includes us. Jesus stands in the presence of the Father, interceding for us even now. He prays for our sanctification, our unity, our endurance. When we don’t know what to pray, the Holy Spirit intercedes on our behalf (Romans 8:26). When we are weak, Jesus strengthens us through His prayers. He is the perfect Mediator, the eternal King who cares deeply for His people. Prayer Focus: Thank Jesus for continually interceding for you. Ask God to help you seek His face in all circumstances. Lift up Rigoberto Jimenez and his family, serving in El Salvador. Pray for the Mixteco/Mixtec Lifeword broadcast in Mexico. Because of Jesus, we can boldly approach God, knowing that we are never without an advocate in heaven.