One thing is for certain, the Bible tells us that “Jabez was more honorable than his brothers”. I believe His cry out to God was worth reflecting on in the midst of the genealogy for this reason. God granted Jabez his request because what he prayed was God’s will. Jabez sought God’s blessing, wanted more from and of Him in his life. He recognized the need for God’s hand to guide him, to keep him from the works of the enemy, and humbly asked that God not allow him to cause others pain. “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, … Continue reading →

“Oh, that You would bless me indeed,…” You can hear almost hear the cry of Jabez’ heart to God, “bless me indeed.” As Bruce Wilkinson shares in his book The Prayer of Jabez, some might view this prayer as a bit selfish. But God wants us to come to Him. Just as our children know they can come to us for their needs to be met, it’s okay to ask our heavenly Father for our needs to be met as well. How would you love to have your children seek you for your wisdom, relationship and desire for what is … Continue reading →

I’ve decided to start a blog series on one of the most life changing prayers. Some of you might remember right after the new millennium, many churches were heavily promoting Bruce Wilkinson’s book titled, The Prayer of Jabez. Just as with Rick Warren’s book The Purpose Driven Life, Bible studies were popping up throughout churches as the hunger for God’s blessing was cried out to Him. The short acknowledgement in the book of 1 Chronicles chapter 4: 9-10, has left a lasting impact on people’s lives changing the way many pray. Jabez’ life must have been special as the writer … Continue reading →