Pray! It's Worth it

by Hertz Clyde Dézir

In the introduction of his sermon, Deacon Ahmi Sainvilier linked his message with quality time to support the title of the sermon -- Spend Time with God. However the truth of the matter is oftentimes busyness with work, for instance, gets in the way.


Referring to Mark 1:29 - 34, brother Ahmi explained that Jesus had such a busy schedule. In fact, in the context of this passage, one can notice that immediately after leaving the synagogue, he went on to heal Peter's mother-in-law; then, "... That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. The whole town gathered at the door..." (v. 32-33 NIV)

Despite his difficult schedule, Jesus made it a priority to pray and would do so at the right time. As brother Ahmi was considering the text of Mark 1:35-39, he put an emphasis on verse 35. "Very early in the morning while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed." (NIV)

Here are some lessons to remember from this message preached from the pulpit of Grace Haitian Alliance Church on Sunday, April 29:

- "On some occasions one may need to be away from family members as he or she wants to spend some serious time in prayer."

- "On some occasions, you have to shed some tears before God in [in prayer], and you need to be alone with God."

- "It is worth it to spend some time with Jesus in prayer."

- "When you spend time in prayer, people will look for you like they were looking for Jesus."

- "Prayer should be a priority for the Christian..."

What about you who have not accepted Jesus Christ into your life yet? Yes, you... Don't delay; accept him today as your personal savior.