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•A Prayer for God’s Healing from 2 Chronicles 7:14•By Anthony Valente👉 “If my people who care called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)This well-known verse has often been quoted through the years for patriotic holidays, political rallies, and national days of prayer. And though the heart of its words is to inspire change and God’s call for repentance and healing in our nation, the promises of this verse go much wider and deeper than we may comprehend. These words, spoken for the Israelites after the dedication of the temple, has strong reminders for our lives today, for all of God’s people, in every nation. Does God Want to Bring Healing?In the chapter just before, 2 Chronicles 6, Solomon asked the Lord for His mercy and forgiveness in the times that the people would sin. He knew, as we do today, that none of us are perfect and without sin in our lives. And God answered with these words and provisions that are relevant for believers still today: 1. Humble yourselves by confessing any sin. 2. Pray to God and ask for His forgiveness. 3. Seek God’s face continually. 4. Turn from the wrong behavior.In response, God promised: 1. “I will hear from heaven.” 2. “I will forgive their sin.” 3. “I will heal their land.”True repentance will always be recognized by changed behavior. It’s more than just “talking the talk.” It’s “walking the walk.” And it requires action on our part according to God’s word. Only on the heels of true humility and repentance before Him, can we come before the Lord, with prayerful hearts, truly seeking His face, filled with the Spirit’s power to turn away from wrong choices.God is the same, yesterday, today, and forever. And the way He responded to the cries of His people during Solomon’s days, is still the way He is faithful to respond to our cries for help. He does hear our prayers from heaven. He is faithful to forgive us when we come before Him and confess our sin, admit our great need for Him, and turn from wrong. He promises to heal our land.His whole character, who He is—Redeemer, Restorer, Healer, Rescuer—is a constant reminder to us that He will do what He says He will do. We don’t have to worry. We don’t have to fear. We don’t have to wrestle through all on our own. The very God who made us and set us free from sin and defeat is the very God who will miraculously heal our land. Our “land” in our personal lives. Our “land” in our families. Our “land” in our communities. Our “land” in America. And wherever else our “land” may be in this world. His power is limitless and reigns over all.God hears our prayers, He knows our needs. And there’s great power in uniting together, turning our hearts towards Him, and praying on behalf of our nation and world.✝️ Dear God,The times we’re in right now feel so uncertain. We’re battling fear and worry at every turn. We don’t know what the future holds, but we believe You’re holding us and won’t let go. We’re desperate to feel Your presence surrounding us. We humble ourselves before You, aware of our need for You and believing in Your great power. Thank You that no matter what we face, we know You are still greater. We praise You for Your truth and are so grateful You’ve set us free from the clutching grasp of sin and death. Forgive us God, for the times we’ve missed the mark. Help us to live strong and walk wisely, filled by the power of Your Spirit within us.We ask that You would be with Your people, extending Your grace, granting Your freedom, providing Your protection, and empowering with Your strength. We pray that You’d bring about an awakening of Your presence as never seen before. May Your name be proclaimed in all the earth and may every evil plan of the enemy be thwarted.We pray that many would come to know You as Lord and Savior, that nations would see Your Light. Open blind eyes and bring Your healing and freedom to the prisoners in every nation.We pray for unity among God’s people for the glory of Your great name, that all who call themselves believers would humble themselves and pray, turning from sin, and seeking Your face as never before.Wake us up Lord! Remind us to live aware, to redeem the time, to listen to Your words, to be willing to make a difference in this world.We pray for all those in authority, that You would give them Your wisdom and discernment as they lead. We ask that You would appoint strong, faithful men and women to serve the nations and people.We pray for Your great healing in our lands. Shine Your face on us dear God. We need You now, more than ever before. Our times are in Your hands.Thank You that You are rich in mercy and full of grace. Thank You for Your forgiveness and love. Thank You that You are strong and mighty, and that You fight for us still today. Bring honor to Your name, oh Lord, for You alone are worthy.In Jesus’ Name,AMEN 🙏 No one has ever seen or heard of a God like you, who does such deeds for those who put their hope in him.(Isaiah 64:4)My future is in your hands. Rescue me from my enemies, from those who persecute me. (Psalm 31:15)He controls the course of world events; he removes kings and sets up other kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the scholars. (Daniel 2:21)If you keep quiet at a time like this, help will come from heaven to the Jews, and they will be saved, but you will die and your father's family will come to an end. Yet who knows — maybe it was for a time like this that you were made queen!"(Esther 4:14)Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. (Acts 3:19)"Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit."(Jeremiah 17:7-8)"They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord." (Psalm 112:7)"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)In that day he will be your sure foundation, providing a rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the LORD will be your treasure. (Isaiah 33:6)Let there be tears for what you have done. Let there be sorrow and deep grief. Let there be sadness instead of laughter, and gloom instead of joy. Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.(James 4:9-10)"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (Isaiah 41:10) Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, ‘Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’”(John 7:38)For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me.’ “Then these righteous ones will reply, ‘Lord, when did we ever see you hungry and feed you? Or thirsty and give you something to drink? Or a stranger and show you hospitality? Or naked and give you clothing? When did we ever see you sick or in prison and visit you?’ “And the King will say, ‘I tell you the truth, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were doing it to me!’(Matthew 25:35-40)If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.(2 Chronicles 7:14)(pic verse)“O Sovereign LORD! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you!(Jeremiah 32:17)Artist 👨‍🎨 I Am With You Always - David Delfeld