Prayer

In this message, Pastor Linn Winters breaks down the heart of prayer and reminds us that everyone prays, but often at different times and in different circumstances. Sometimes God uses the very things we try to avoid—especially failure—as tools to grow us, refine us, and guide us. One of the key challenges in this sermon is learning to consult God before making decisions, trusting that He wants to lead us. Pastor Linn highlights the promise of Jeremiah 33:2–3, where God invites us to call on Him and assures us He will answer. Prayer is also compared to a traffic light: Red = No Yellow = Not Yet Green = Yes And many of us miss blessings simply because we plow through God’s “yellow lights” instead of slowing down and seeking His direction. Pastor Linn encourages us to consider that sometimes God, in His kindness, says “not right now.” And he closes with the powerful reminder from James 5:16—that your prayers carry the same strength and weight as a pastor’s. God hears you. If you’re longing to deepen your prayer life, understand God’s guidance, and trust His timing, this message will challenge and encourage you. 📖 Key Scriptures: Jeremiah 33:2–3 James 5:16