Prayer Changes Things

Isaiah 38:1-5

1In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And Isaiah the prophet the son of Amoz came unto him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order: for thou shalt die, and not live.

2Then Hezekiah turned his face toward the wall, and prayed unto the LORD,

3And said, Remember now, O LORD, I beseech thee, how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore.

4Then came the word of the LORD to Isaiah, saying,

5Go, and say to Hezekiah, Thus saith the LORD, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will add unto thy days fifteen years.

Powerful Points to Remember:

1. When faced with some discouraging devastating news of his on death, Hezekiah's first response was to communicate with God through prayer. What is your first response?
2. Hezekiah did try to appear to be strong before the Lord. He was vulnerable and wept in the presence of the Lord. He understood that the Lord's strength could be displayed in his weakness.
3. The Lord heard his prayer, saw his tears, and added 15 years to his life. God answers your prayers!!!!

And your prayer can change things!