10 Keys For Answered Prayers (Daniel 11:32)
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“But the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.” (Daniel 11:32b, KJV)
This verse reveals that those who truly know their God will not be weak, passive, or defeated. Instead, they will be strong and perform great exploits. Among those exploits is getting answers to their prayers. To fully understand the power of knowing God, let us explore ten foundational truths about God that are essential to grasp when approaching Him in prayer. If you can configure your prayer life to the alignment of these facts about God, you can be sure you shall get answers to all your requests.
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One: God is Spirit
John 4:24 declares, “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth.” Unlike humans, who are a combination of body, soul, and spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:23), God is fully Spirit. That means, that while our bodies and souls connect us to the physical world, our spirits are designed to connect with God.
Unfortunately, many people prioritize the development of their bodies and intellect but neglect the spirit. Luke 1:80 and Luke 2:40 show that both John the Baptist and Jesus grew strong in spirit. This should serve as a lesson for us—strength in prayer comes from a well-nourished spirit. This means that communion with Him requires spiritual exercises like prayer, fasting, and Bible study.
For example, Daniel, known for his consistent prayer life (Daniel 6:10), exercised his spirit through a disciplined prayer habit, which made him strong and capable of standing firm even in the face of opposition. If we want to be known for prayers that move the hand of God, we must develop our spiritual muscles just as one would train in a gym.
Two: God Dwells in Secret
Matthew 6:6 states, “But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.” God operates in a secret place. Isaiah 45:15 also affirms, “Verily thou art a God that hidest thyself, O God of Israel, the Saviour.”
Knowing God requires the diligence of a seeker. Just as a hunter is patient and skilled in tracking prey in the secret, we must actively pursue God in prayer (Read More on: How prayer can be likened to hunting). A casual or passive approach to prayer will not lead to deep encounters with God. Jeremiah 29:13 confirms this: “And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.”
Three: God Wants to Be Believed
Faith is the currency of the kingdom. Hebrews 11:6 states, “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” Faith is non-negotiable in prayer. If we doubt God, we weaken our prayers, but when we trust Him, we open the doors to divine manifestations. 2 Chronicles 20:20 declares, “Believe in the LORD your God, so shall ye be established; believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper.”
Four: God is Influenced by Faith
Faith moves God. For instance, the woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5:25-34) was not on Jesus’ itinerary, yet her faith interrupted His plans. Similarly, the Syrophoenician woman’s faith secured a miracle despite her being a Gentile (Matthew 15:21-28). Faith-filled prayers produce divine results.
Five: God’s Integrity and Fidelity Are Rooted in His Word
Psalm 138:2 states, “For thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.” God’s faithfulness is tied to His word. He cannot deny His Word for He has exalted it above His person and character. Knowing this, David often prayed God’s words back to Him (Psalm 119:38). Therefore, knowing God means knowing His word and standing on it in prayer.
Six: God is a Rewarder
Hebrews 11:6 assures us that God rewards those who diligently seek Him. Matthew 6:6 also affirms that prayer done in secret is rewarded openly. God’s rewards go beyond just answering prayers; they encompass spiritual growth, revelation, and divine encounters. Ephesians 3:20 reminds us that God does “exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think.”
Seven: God is El Shaddai (The Almighty)
Genesis 17:1 introduces God as El Shaddai, meaning “the Almighty.” He is the all-sufficient One who provides and sustains. No situation is beyond His control. Job 22:29 states, “When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up.” For example, Isaac prospered in famine (Genesis 26:12-14), proving that those who rely on God are not affected by changes in variables in the physical world.
Eight: God is Always Present
Psalm 46:1 declares, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Also, Jesus assured us in Matthew 28:20, “Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.” Knowing God’s omnipresence changes how we pray. We do not pray to a distant God but to One who dwells within us (1 Corinthians 6:19).
Nine: God is a Person
God is not an abstract force; He is a personal being with emotions (Ephesians 4:30). This allows us to have a deep relationship with Him. Abraham and Moses were called friends of God because of their intimacy with Him (Exodus 33:11; James 2:23). For this reason, prayer should not be a one-sided monologue but a two-way conversation. We must learn to listen to His responses through the Holy Spirit.
Ten: God Has Regard for Men
Unlike the unjust judge in Luke 18:1-8, God has a deep regard for humanity. Psalm 8:4 asks, “What is man, that thou art mindful of him?” His love for us is demonstrated in the gift of His Son (John 3:16). This assurance should remove all feelings of unworthiness and encourage us to approach Him with boldness (Hebrews 4:16). This is the reason Jesus and Paul instructed us that men ought always to pray at all times without ceasing (Luke 18:1; 1 Thessalonians 5:17; Ephesians 6:18)
In conclusion, to “know” God means more than just having knowledge of Him—it means experiencing Him deeply. When we truly know our God, we become strong in faith, unwavering in trials, and capable of doing great exploits. Let this verse be a reminder to pursue intimacy with God, strengthen our prayer life, and walk in the power He has made available to us.
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