A Prayer for Deliverance and Faith in Dark Times
"¶ Then came Eliakim, the son of Hilkiah, that was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, the son of Asaph, the recorder, to Hezekiah with their clothes rent, and told him the words of Rabshakeh." - Isaiah 36:22
O Lord God, the Eternal King of Glory,
We come before You today in a moment of humility and reverence, reflecting on the trials and tribulations faced by Your people as recounted in the book of Isaiah. Your Word, particularly in Isaiah 36:22, reveals the anguish that surrounded Your servant Hezekiah, as Eliakim, Shebna, and Joah approached him, their robes torn, filled with despair at the words of Rabshakeh. With every tear they rent in their garments, let it remind us of the sorrowful state of our own hearts in the face of adversity.
Heavenly Father, just as the hearts of these leaders were heavy with the weight of fear and worry, we too face challenges that often leave us torn between faith and doubt. We marvel at the courage and transparency of Eliakim and his companions as they presented their plight to Hezekiah. Lord, help us to express our struggles to You, knowing that You are a compassionate God who hears our cries. We often feel the weight of uncertainty, just as they felt the threat of the powerful Assyrian army. Yet, as they turned to their king, let us remember to turn to You, our ultimate King and Deliverer.
O God, as we reflect on the desperation of those leaders coming to Hezekiah, may our spirits also be burdened for those around us who feel similarly lost. Grant us the wisdom to be the Eliakims, Shebnas, and Joahs of our day, courageous enough to acknowledge our fears, and yet steadfast enough to direct our hearts to the truth of who You are. In a world filled with messages of despair, help us to carry forth Your Words of hope.
Lord, as we pray, let us inquire of You for guidance and deliverance from our own ‘Rabshakeh’ – the voices that threaten to instill fear within our hearts. Rebuke the lies of the enemy that shout at us, questioning Your power and goodness. Remind us, Father, that we are never alone in our battles; deliverance has already been established through the sacrifice of Your Son. Help us to hold firm to Your promises, believing that, no matter how loud the adversary speaks, Your voice is far greater and full of authority.
Father, we praise You for the example of King Hezekiah, who ultimately sought counsel and strength from You amidst the chaos. Teach us to do the same. Inspire us to earnestly and fervently seek Your guidance through prayer and supplication, especially during times of trouble. May our response to challenges reflect our trust in You, unwavering in faith, echoing the words of Psalm 121, that our help comes from You, the Maker of heaven and earth.
O gracious Lord, as we lay our burdens down before Your holy throne, let us find peace in the knowledge that You see our struggles. Empower us to respond like Hezekiah, through earnest prayer, seeking divine intervention in our lives. We are aware that the enemy seeks to sow seeds of doubt and disbelief, but we proclaim that You are our fortress, our strong tower. You are the One who goes before us, and with You, Lord, we will not be shaken.
Finally, may we continue to uplift and encourage one another like the brethren Eliakim, Shebna, and Joah during difficult times. We ask, Lord, for a spirit of unity and compassion among believers, that we may remind each other of Your faithfulness, and support those in distress.
In every situation where worry threatens to consume us or others, may we stand firm, remembering that our true strength comes from Your grace and mercy, which endure forever.
Lord, I thank You for Your everlasting love and constant presence in our lives. May we forever seek You with open hearts and minds.
In the matchless name of Jesus Christ, we pray, Amen.
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Isaiah 36:22 - "¶ Then came Eliakim, the son of Hilkiah, that was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, the son of Asaph, the recorder, to Hezekiah with their clothes rent, and told him the words of Rabshakeh."
"¶ Then came Eliakim, the son of Hilkiah, that was over the household, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, the son of Asaph, the recorder, to Hezekiah with their clothes rent, and told him the words of Rabshakeh." - Isaiah 36:22
2 Chronicles 36:22
Proverbs 8:22-36
Matthew 22:36 - "Master, which is the great commandment in the law?"
Genesis 36:22 - "And the children of Lotan were Hori and Hemam; and Lotan's sister was Timna."
Job 36:22 - "Behold, God exalteth by his power: who teacheth like him?"
Isaiah 36:21 - "But they held their peace, and answered him not a word: for the king's commandment was, saying, Answer him not."
Jeremiah 36:22 - "Now the king sat in the winterhouse in the ninth month: and there was a fire on the hearth burning before him."
Isaiah 36:14 - "Thus saith the king, Let not Hezekiah deceive you: for he shall not be able to deliver you."
"Master, which is the great commandment in the law?" - Matthew 22:36
Isaiah 36:19 - "Where are the gods of Hamath and Arphad? where are the gods of Sepharvaim? and have they delivered Samaria out of my hand?"
Isaiah 40: 22
Isaiah 40: 22
Isaiah 36:13 - "Then Rabshakeh stood, and cried with a loud voice in the Jews' language, and said, Hear ye the words of the great king, the king of Assyria."
2 Samuel 22:36 - "Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy gentleness hath made me great."
Isaiah 36:3 - "Then came forth unto him Eliakim, Hilkiah's son, which was over the house, and Shebna the scribe, and Joah, Asaph's son, the recorder."
Isaiah 36:17 - "Until I come and take you away to a land like your own land, a land of corn and wine, a land of bread and vineyards."
Isaiah 48:22 - "There is no peace, saith the LORD, unto the wicked."
Exodus 36:22 - "One board had two tenons, equally distant one from another: thus did he make for all the boards of the tabernacle."
Isaiah 36:20 - "Who are they among all the gods of these lands, that have delivered their land out of my hand, that the LORD should deliver Jerusalem out of my hand?"
Isaiah 36:15 - "Neither let Hezekiah make you trust in the LORD, saying, The LORD will surely deliver us: this city shall not be delivered into the hand of the king of Assyria."
Isaiah 36:9 - "How then wilt thou turn away the face of one captain of the least of my master's servants, and put thy trust on Egypt for chariots and for horsemen?"
"And the children of Lotan were Hori and Hemam; and Lotan's sister was Timna." - Genesis 36:22
Isaiah 36:4 - "¶ And Rabshakeh said unto them, Say ye now to Hezekiah, Thus saith the great king, the king of Assyria, What confidence is this wherein thou trustest?"
Isaiah 36:10 - "And am I now come up without the LORD against this land to destroy it? the LORD said unto me, Go up against this land, and destroy it."
Isaiah 36:1 - "Now it came to pass in the fourteenth year of king Hezekiah, that Sennacherib king of Assyria came up against all the defenced cities of Judah, and took them."
1 Kings 22:36 - "And there went a proclamation throughout the host about the going down of the sun, saying, Every man to his city, and every man to his own country."
Numbers 22:36 - "¶ And when Balak heard that Balaam was come, he went out to meet him unto a city of Moab, which is in the border of Arnon, which is in the utmost coast."
Isaiah 36:18 - "Beware lest Hezekiah persuade you, saying, The LORD will deliver us. Hath any of the gods of the nations delivered his land out of the hand of the king of Assyria?"