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Rather than respond to several posts that are, essentially, making the same argument, it is easier to put everything into one post.
I already cited Mark 9:38-41. Yes, the man was casting our demons in the name of Jesus, but the verse is clear that he was not a Christian. If a nonbeliever prays and what he/she asks is in accordance with God’s will, there is nothing in scripture that says that God will not answer that prayer. Look at the City of Nineveh; they prayed that God would spare their city and He did.
I will continue to ask my friends on FB to pray for me when I have health issues. Some of those who pray for my recovery will be non-Christians. I’m certainly not going to say “only Christians need pray for me.” I will continue to appreciate the prayers I receive from both Christians and non-Christians.
Interesting, BTW, that only two of those posting here in a Christian forum have asked how I’m doing after my health issues (thanks to those who did ask).
I already cited Mark 9:38-41. Yes, the man was casting our demons in the name of Jesus, but the verse is clear that he was not a Christian. If a nonbeliever prays and what he/she asks is in accordance with God’s will, there is nothing in scripture that says that God will not answer that prayer. Look at the City of Nineveh; they prayed that God would spare their city and He did.
I will continue to ask my friends on FB to pray for me when I have health issues. Some of those who pray for my recovery will be non-Christians. I’m certainly not going to say “only Christians need pray for me.” I will continue to appreciate the prayers I receive from both Christians and non-Christians.
Interesting, BTW, that only two of those posting here in a Christian forum have asked how I’m doing after my health issues (thanks to those who did ask).
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