Sermon Devotional: How To Pray Big - Ephesians 3:20
Ephesians 3:20 serves as Paul’s conclusion to his encouragement to the Ephesian community that he has been sent as God’s chosen mouthpiece for grace and the Spirit’s power and that is surpasses our own knowledge and understanding. “Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask…”
When was the last time you felt completely overwhelmed? Life’s anxiety does not discriminate. We all experience it at some point. And when we do it can feel overwhelming. Juggling work, family, and daily responsibilities, can make us feel helpless, incapable, and frustrated. Now, I’m guessing that none of this comes as a surprise to you. But did you know that we will often project these limitations onto God, assuming that if we can’t handle things, He can’t either. But God doesn’t operate within our constraints. His power is far greater than we can imagine, and He invites us to trust Him with what feels impossible.
Paul’s words in Ephesians remind us that God can do immeasurably more than we ask or think, working through His Spirit in us. Yet, because it’s easier to put him in a box and label him with our own limitations, we often hesitate to pray boldly, doubting whether God can truly act. When we choose to trust Him and pray those big prayers, we open ourselves to experiencing the fullness of His power. After all, the entirety of our salvation rests on his ability to more than we can imagine. You know, Jesus’ resurrection and all.
The challenge is to pray and speak those God-sized prayers aloud. Speaking them out loud makes them real and helps us step out in faith, trusting that God can do more than we could ever imagine. Whether facing a big decision or pursuing a dream, ask boldly and be ready to follow where God leads.
Things to think about
What is a big, "God-sized" prayer or dream that I’ve been too afraid to ask for or pursue?
How have I been limiting God’s ability to work in my life by putting Him in a "box"?
In what ways can I start living out my faith more boldly by trusting God to do "immeasurably more"?
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