Intercession

One hears about different types of prayer including prayers of intercession. Prayers of intercession generally occur when we ask God to intercede in a situation usually for someone else but also for us.

Recently, as I was asking for God’s intercession, I actually asked Him to interfere. And I was struck that perhaps that is more what I intend and prefer. Intercession seems rather civilized and passive. But interfere? That has tones of active meddling where perhaps it isn’t welcome. For some of the people and governments I am praying for that is exactly what God’s activity would be: interference.

But I also find God’s interference is sometimes exactly what is needed. Including in my own life.

One response to “Intercession

  1. 5foot10redhead's avatar 5foot10redhead

    Yes! Please, Lord. Interfere. In my thinking. Prejudices. Lethargy. Amen.

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