Pray for Blessing

And the Lord turned the captivity of Job when he prayed for his friends.

Job received a benefit when he prayed for his friends. One reason he received a benefit was that in prayer for his friends, Job’s love and forgiveness for them was kindled. Another reason was that in giving to others, God is able to bless the giver.

Christian relationships need the continual nurturing of prayer. If you are married, pray for your spouse. If you have children, pray for them. If you are in ministry, pray for your partners and fellow church members. How will God bless your marriage if you will not pray for your spouse? How will you God bless your ministry if you will not ask favor for your partners?

It is essential to pray first for the relationships in your life. The prayer must be for your partners first. Later you can ask a blessing for yourself, but it is secondary to the blessing for another. God will not grant the selfish prayer.