The Prayer of The Saints

In this sermon by Pastor Chris Romig, the focus is on Revelation 8 and the significance of prayer in God's unfolding plan. Chris traces the journey through Revelation, describing the scroll with seven seals as a symbol of God's final will for the earth, and noting the escalating judgments released as each seal is opened. When the seventh seal is opened, there is a profound silence in heaven, highlighting the gravity of what is about to occur God's final wave of judgment. Chris draws attention to the imagery of incense, representing the prayers of the saints, rising before God in heaven. He explains that, biblically, "saints" means all believers set apart by Christ, not just especially virtuous people. These prayers, he assures, are cherished by God and have power in His purposes, even if not always answered in ways or timing we expect. Encouraging the church, Chris emphasizes that prayer matters our prayers ascend to God like fragrant incense, and God desires to work through them. He challenges the congregation to deepen their prayer lives, referencing Andrew Murray on the importance of "believing and unceasing prayer" as essential to experiencing God's blessing. Chris concludes with a practical invitation to prayer, teaching a PRAY (Praise, Repent, Ask, Yield) model and urging everyone to approach God in prayer, confident that their prayers make a difference and participate in God's plans.