It’s Time For The Change Agents To Rise Up – A Word by Wanda Alger
It is vital that we continue in prayer for this nation. However, in order to see the needed changes occur in our culture that will bring lasting reformation, it’s time to consider additional actions that will demonstrate Kingdom authority in our individual spheres of influence. We can learn much from one intercessor in the Bible who affected an entire nation through his intercessory activism. Though many are familiar with Esther’s role in delivering a nation from destruction, it was Mordecai who paved the way for this national breakthrough through his prayers and engagement in the public square. His persistence in the midst of uncertainties and threats show a man with a mandate and assignment from the Lord. Mordecai’s story reveals TEN strategic keys for effective prayer and engagement as we confront and displace wickedness in high places, not only on the national level, but within our own communities: 1-LOVING GOD AND OTHERS: Mordecai was a father figure to Esther. In raising her, he helped establish her faith, as well as her love for God and the Jewish people (Esther 2:7). This bond rightly directed their hearts, their prayers, and their responses throughout their journey. This kind of foundation is essential to effective prayer. Meaningful relationships and mutual concern for others helps to establish the proper motivation in prayer. 2-GOING “ON-SITE FOR INSIGHT”: When Esther was taken to the palace, Scripture states, “Every day he (Mordecai) walked back and forth near the courtyard of the harem to find out how Esther...