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Sahid
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Date Joined Jun 2004
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Posted 8/30/2004 10:22 AM (GMT -6)

Two part question. First, why didn't Jesus teach them intercessory prayer? Second, how do I pray for a friend who, from my limited perspective, simply needs to accept the provision that has already been given. I've been praying for grace in that person's life and more opportunities for them to see. What else is there? Do I lay on hands to take the whammy off of them? That sounds a little melodramatic.

Ok, three parts. In John 17 we've got Jesus doing intercessory prayer. What does verse 21 mean? This seems to be a similar situation. Jesus is asking that they be sanctified in the truth that they may be one. Is he asking God to force the truth upon them or just clear their minds so that they are free from hinderance to accept the truth? I guess I can pray that God will sanctify my friend in the truth, but it'd be really nice to know what that means. For now the Spirit intercedes....

Watch me fly. Freedom like wings and I will use them. Freedom like wings and I will spread them wide. - Stavesacre

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