The Evangelist Speaks

by Evangelist Carolyn Griffin

"Let us Pray - Lord Heal Our Land"

II Chronicles 7:14 is a very familiar scripture to most Christians. Unfortunately, it is often memorized and quoted, but seldom is it understood and lived out. This verse is a part of God’s answer to Solomon’s prayer in II Chronicles 6:14-42. He has obediently built God a temple, to his exact specifications, and is now dedicating it with sacrifices and prayer. Solomon acknowledges God’s past faithfulness and asks Him to remain faithful to the children of Israel. He pleaded with God to answer the prayers and supplications of His servant and the people. He further prays for God’s just judgment, forgiveness of sins, restoration from captivity, and for help in plagues, war, and sickness. Solomon concluded his prayer with a plea for God’s continual presence and blessings. We need to pray the same prayer, and more, for our nations today.

God’s Divine acceptance of Solomon’s prayer was evident as fire fell from Heaven and consumed the offerings and sacrifices. His Glory filled the temple and was so strong that the priest could not minister. The Glory of the Lord ministered to the people.  God then answered Solomon’s prayer in II Chronicles 7:12-22. We must read and meditate upon all of the words of II Chronicles, especially chapters 6 and 7, to fully understand II Chronicles 7:14. Yes, it was an answer to Solomon and Israel, but it is also our answer for what we are facing today. We must first walk in obedience to God’s Will, which is His Word. We must present not only our material sacrifices and church buildings, but our bodies as living sacrifices to God. We must offer Him a broken heart and a contrite spirit. We must pray earnestly and sincerely, and worship him in Spirit and in Truth. We that are naming the Name of Christ must depart from our iniquities. We must walk, and not just talk, II Chronicles 7:14.

God’s promises are conditional for His people. IF we humble ourselves and pray, IF we seek His face, IF we turn from our wicked ways; THEN God will hear from Heaven, THEN God will Forgive our Sins, THEN God will Heal our Land!!! They never met the conditions of the promise, so the total fulfillment has not yet come for Israel. If we meet God’s conditions, individually and corporately, the fulfillment of His promises shall come to pass. Our Land needs Healing. Let us PRAY!!!!!