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EPISODE 884 – THIS SHOULD ALWAYS BE YOUR RESPONSE

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Don’t treat the work of the ministry as an assignment which will go on forever. You must be committed to this work because a time will come when no work shall be done. In God’s calendar the end of all things is at hand. We are close to the finish line of the work more than ever. Run that you will finish. Selah!
Apostle Bennie
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Wednesday, 25th June, 2025

THIS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE YOUR RESPONSE



“Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church.” 

Acts 12:5 (NKJV)



 
What is your first response to challenges or pressure from opposition?
 
Time and time again in scriptures, you will find God’s people responding to challenging situations with prayer.

Don’t give anyone room to underestimate the effectual workings of prayer.

One of the evidence that you have confidence in God’s ability is how you respond to situations through prayer.
 
Did you take time to pay attention to the opening verse?
 
Look at the full story:
 
Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the church. Then he killed James the brother of John with the sword. And because he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to seize Peter also. Now it was during the Days of Unleavened Bread. So when he had arrested him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four squads of soldiers to keep him, intending to bring him before the people after Passover. Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church. And when Herod was about to bring him out, that night Peter was sleeping, bound with two chains between two soldiers; and the guards before the door were [keeping the prison. Now behold, an angel of the Lord stood by him, and a light shone in the prison; and he struck Peter on the side and raised him up, saying, “Arise quickly!” And his chains fell off his hands. Then the angel said to him, “Gird yourself and tie on your sandals”; and so he did. And he said to him, “Put on your garment and follow me.” So he went out and followed him, and did not know that what was done by the angel was real, but thought he was seeing a vision. When they were past the first and the second guard posts, they came to the iron gate that leads to the city, which opened to them of its own accord; and they went out and went down one street, and immediately the angel departed from him. And when Peter had come to himself, he said, “Now I know for certain that the Lord has sent His angel, and has delivered me from the hand of Herod and from all the expectation of the Jewish people.” Acts 12:1-11 (NKJV)

— Herod decided to harass the Church, so he killed James, the brother of John.

— He saw the people were pleased, so he arrested Peter, and purposed to kill him after Passover.

— Nevertheless, the Church responded to this situation differently.

We didn’t see the response of the Church when James was arrested. It was likely they reacted in fear and only went to hide.

But when Peter was arrested, the Church responded with earnest, constant PRAYERS.

The earnest prayers of the brethren dispatched an angel to release Peter from prison. Considering the soldiers assigned to guard Peter in the prison and even outside the prison, it will only take a supernatural hand to deliver him.

No matter the challenge, get into prayer.

 In the place of prayer:

— You will receive strength.

— Your faith will be strengthened.

— You will receive direction as to what to do.

— You will see visions

— The great help and answers of God will be released.

Paul said to the Philippians:

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4: 6-7 (NKJV).

Don’t cry, don’t be anxious, don’t worry, don’t fret, ONLY PRAY!

Nehemiah, when he was opposed, prayed to God.
When Daniel and his friends’ lives were under threat, they prayed to receive understanding of the King’s dream.
 
David prayed when he was under threat.
Jesus prayed when He was overwhelmed by the burden of His crucifixion, and He received strength.
 
It took prayer for Esther, Mordecai and the Jews to reverse Haman’s plot against them.
 
Beloved, refuse to be troubled; get into prayer.
The saints were together praying until they saw Peter at home.
 
“And when he had considered the thing, he came to the house of Mary the mother of John, whose surname was Mark; where many were gathered together praying” Acts 12:12
 
Pray earnestly until you have really prayed. Pray until you are fully convinced in your spirit that it is settled. 

Pray until you see the victory, not until you feel tired.

It means you may feel tired, but you have to continue earnestly in prayer.

GET INTO PRAYER!

DIG DEEPER
(Matthew 18:19; Isaiah 62:6-7; Esther 4:16; Daniel 2:15-18; Luke 22:39-46)
 
WE PRAY
That by the mighty hand of the Lord we shall see great victory in all situations, no matter the pressure and opposition.
 
BIBLE READING IN THE YEAR 2025
1 YEAR PLAN
Psalm 43-45

2 YEARS PLAN
Deuteronomy 20

DECLARE THESE WORDS:
– I don’t stagger in faith.
 
– By the strength of God, I prevail.
 
– With God I do valiantly.
 
– I don’t lack strength, I increase in strength by the day.
 
– I don’t consider the opposition or pressure, I turn to God.
 
Oh Hallelujah, Gloreeeey!!!

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Emelia Quaye
Emelia Quaye
19 days ago

THANK YOU LORD JESUS FOR MACHAIRA WITH APOSTLE BENNIE!!!

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago
Reply to  Emelia Quaye

Soooo timely

Emelia Quaye
Emelia Quaye
19 days ago

Such a refreshing episode 🤩

God richlyy bless you Apostle 🥹

Linda Teye
Linda Teye
19 days ago

Constant prayers was made on behalf the Apostle Peter.
I am consistent in praying !!

Linda Teye
Linda Teye
19 days ago

I get into prayer!!

Linda Teye
Linda Teye
19 days ago

I commit myself only to Prayer rather being anxious or worrying!!

Linda Teye
Linda Teye
19 days ago

I continue earnestly in prayer!!!

METAMORPHOO WISDOM
METAMORPHOO WISDOM
19 days ago

Thank you lord Jesus

METAMORPHOO WISDOM
METAMORPHOO WISDOM
19 days ago

Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the church. Then he killed James the brother of John with the sword. And because he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to seize Peter also. Now it was during the Days of Unleavened Bread. So when he had arrested him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four squads of soldiers to keep him, intending to bring him before the people after Passover. Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church. And when Herod was about to bring him out, that night Peter was sleeping, bound with two chains between two soldiers; and the guards before the door were [keeping the prison. Now behold, an angel of the Lord stood by him, and a light shone in the prison; and he struck Peter on the side and raised him up, saying, “Arise quickly!” And his chains fell off his hands. Then the angel said to him, “Gird yourself and tie on your sandals”; and so he did. And he said to him, “Put on your garment and follow me.” So he went out and followed him, and did not know that what was done by the angel was real, but thought he was seeing a vision. When they were past the first and the second guard posts, they came to the iron gate that leads to the city, which opened to them of its own accord; and they went out and went down one street, and immediately the angel departed from him. And when Peter had come to himself, he said, “Now I know for certain that the Lord has sent His angel, and has delivered me from the hand of Herod and from all the expectation of the Jewish people.” Acts 12:1-11 (NKJV)

I pray
I pray fervently

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

Thank you Jesus

METAMORPHOO WISDOM
METAMORPHOO WISDOM
19 days ago

How this episode has humbled me not to grow tired of praying until victory.

Hmmm

Thank you lord Jesus for MACHAIRA WITH APOSTLE BENNIE

Nkrumah Charles Sarkodie
Nkrumah Charles Sarkodie
19 days ago

I get into prayer.

My first and constant response to anything.

Belinda Teye
Belinda Teye
19 days ago

I Pray Alway…..

Belinda Teye
Belinda Teye
19 days ago

Prayer has always been and will always be a way out.
Given its impact and the blessings we receive, the importance of prayer cannot be overstated or neglected.

I don’t grow weary in prayer.

Daniel F. Agbosu
Daniel F. Agbosu
19 days ago

Prayer oooooo Prayer !

Belinda Teye
Belinda Teye
19 days ago

Pray earnestly until you have really prayed. Pray until you are fully convinced in your spirit that it is settled.

There’s a need to be consistent and intense in prayer.

I’m intense and consistent in prayer

Belinda Teye
Belinda Teye
19 days ago

Pray until you see the victory, not until you feel tired

I am persistent in prayer

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago
Reply to  Belinda Teye

Thank you Jesus

Andrews Kofi Sarpong
Andrews Kofi Sarpong
19 days ago

I continue steadfastly in prayer

JOYCE BOCHUKEH
JOYCE BOCHUKEH
19 days ago

Glory to God…….I get into prayer 🙏

Simon Dotse
Simon Dotse
19 days ago

What a word. Thank you Sir

Simon Dotse
Simon Dotse
19 days ago

The power and beauty of prayer
Chaii

Simon Dotse
Simon Dotse
19 days ago

This reminds me of a statement Apostle Bennie made, “Prayers activate angels”.

The more you pray the stronger the force of angels

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago
Reply to  Simon Dotse

I pray more

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I respond to situations with prayer!

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago
Reply to  Wisdom Elvis

Thank you Lord

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

No matter the challenge, I get into prayer!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I ONLY PRAY!

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago
Reply to  Wisdom Elvis

That’s my secret

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I refuse to be troubled; I get into prayer.

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I pray until I see the victory!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I don’t stagger in faith.

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

By the strength of God, I prevail!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

With God, I do valiantly!

Dcn. Opoku Manuel
Dcn. Opoku Manuel
19 days ago

The way forward is PRAYER!!!!!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I don’t lack strength, I increase in strength by the day.

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

I don’t consider the opposition or pressure, I turn to God through prayer!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

Thank you Jesus!

Wisdom Elvis
Wisdom Elvis
19 days ago

Glory to God!

Prosper Christ
Prosper Christ
19 days ago

I don’t lack strength, I increase in strength by the day.
I pray until I become prayer

Miriam Atoklo
Miriam Atoklo
19 days ago

Glory to God
I get into prayer rather than being anxiou

Helina Akagbo
Helina Akagbo
18 days ago

Prayer is my response in times of situations

Whosh thank you Holy Spirit

Bro Bernard
Bro Bernard
18 days ago

I pray until I see the victory
Not until am tired
I respond right in all situations with prayer
Prayer is my response

Bravo
Bravo
18 days ago

Prayer will always be my first respond to my situations.Shalom.

Bravo
Bravo
18 days ago

Prayer will always be my first respond to my Apostle God bless you

Benjamin Okyere
Benjamin Okyere
18 days ago

Prayer is a medium where we can contact the heavenly headquarters for direction, answers and the know how without prayer things will way you down and funny ideas that do not bring progress will be your choice

Don’t let anyone lie to you that praying about everything is a waste of time
pray about everything because God is interested but it will be a waste if you pray and don’t act on what you received or the direction that comes. If only you will act on it then spend time praying and after act on it and God will surely come true

Samuel Larbi
Samuel Larbi
18 days ago

I don’t stagger in faith

Samuel Larbi
Samuel Larbi
18 days ago

I am given to prayer
No matter the challenge,no matter the circumstance,no matter the situation I pray!!

Samuel Larbi
Samuel Larbi
18 days ago

Until I am fully convinced in my spirit that it is settled…I don’t stop praying

I PRAY EARNESTLY!!

Samuel Larbi
Samuel Larbi
18 days ago

Prayer is my response to to everything

Edwardatiase
Edwardatiase
18 days ago

My goodness
A call to prayer is a call to send forth angels. The first great response to every situation is prayer and God blessed us with tongues and lips to execute this activity.

Through prayer we are strengthened and enable to do more and as we prayer become bolder.

Prayer causes tremendous power to made available

Thank you Jesus

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

Wow
Thank you Jesus

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

No matter the situation ,I get into prayer

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

Don’t cry, don’t be anxious, don’t worry, don’t fret, ONLY PRAY!

Deep…I only pray regardless of the intensity of the matter

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

I continue earnestly in prayer
Thank you Lord

Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
Tanisha Takyibea Amoh
17 days ago

I don’t stagger in faith.

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