Reverend Allen begins with a powerful scripture from Matthew 21:22, emphasizing the promise that all things asked in prayer, with belief, shall be received. Yet, he presents the enigma of prayers that go unanswered, challenging our understanding of faith and divine will. Through vivid examples from the Bible, Reverend Allen illustrates how even the most devout believers, including the Apostle Paul and Jesus himself, faced moments when their prayers were refused.
The sermon takes us to the shores of Gedera, where a demon-possessed man encounters Jesus. Despite the man's desperate plea to follow Jesus, his prayer is denied. Reverend Allen explains that this refusal was not a rejection but a divine redirection towards a greater purpose—spreading the testimony of his transformation. This story serves as a reminder that unanswered prayers may be part of a larger plan, one that we may not immediately comprehend.
Be Blessed!
Andy Allen
