How can we apply the concept of intercession from Exodus 32:13 in prayer? Setting the Scene: Exodus 32:13 “Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, to whom You swore by Yourself and said, ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky, and I will give your descendants all this land that I have promised, and it will be their inheritance forever.’ ” Moses’ Intercessory Model - Stepped between a sinful people and a holy God - Spoke to God on the basis of covenant promises, not Israel’s merit - Appealed to God’s own reputation among the nations (Exodus 32:12) - Expected God to act because His word is unbreakable Principles for Our Prayer Life - Stand in the gap for others who are straying or in danger - Anchor every plea in God’s revealed promises - Remind God (and ourselves) of His unchanging character—faithful, merciful, just - Pray with confidence that He hears and responds (1 John 5:14) Practical Steps to Apply Today 1. Identify specific people or situations needing mercy. 2. Find a promise or truth in Scripture that speaks to that need. 3. Speak the promise back to God, word-for-word if possible. 4. Ask Him to act for His name’s sake, not ours. 5. Persist—Moses prayed until God relented (Exodus 32:14). 6. Thank Him in advance, trusting His perfect timing. Supporting Scriptures to Fuel Intercession - Numbers 14:17-19—Moses again: “May my Lord’s strength be magnified…” - 1 Samuel 12:23—“Far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by ceasing to pray for you.” - Hebrews 7:25—Jesus “always lives to intercede for them.” - Romans 8:26—The Spirit “intercedes for us with groans too deep for words.” - James 5:16—“The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail.” Takeaway Intercession is simply joining God’s heart for His people, echoing His promises back to Him, and trusting that He will keep every word—just as literally today as He did on Sinai. |
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