There is spiritual power in your words. That is why it is so important to ask God, to talk with Him. God knows your heart, but your words are very important to Him.

Imagine your children asking you to buy them some ice cream. What happens when you give your child an ice cream treat? They are so happy and so grateful; they eat it with such great pleasure. They have ice cream on their face and hands and it is dripping on their shirt, but they are so happy because they are loving that ice cream. How do you as a parent feel then? “My babies are so happy and grateful. I will buy them something yummy again!” Isn’t that right?

Our heavenly Father is just as happy to answer our prayers! He tells His children, “Hitherto have you asked nothing in my name: ask, and you shall receive, that your joy may be full” John 16:24). He tells us, “Ask that your joy may be full. I want to bless you. I want to help you. All you need to do is ask Me.” God wants us, His children, to rejoice in the same way a child rejoices when he receives something from his parents!

If you need God’s help, whether it is healing or any other need, then believe it’s already done.  He wants to touch and heal you. Just open your heart to God and pray these words in sincerity. Tell Him everything you want to say. He hears you and He loves you.

“Dear Jesus,You said in the Bible that You heal any sickness. You said that You save and heal everyone who calls upon Your name. I believe in Your Word and today I come to You. I believe that You are my healer. I believe that You are my Savior. I believe that You are healing my body right now. Thank You, Jesus, for this precious gift. Right now I receive what Jesus paid for with His own life. I receive my healing. I believe that I am healed! You are my healer, Jesus! Thank you, Lord! Thank you, Jesus! Amen.”

“Verily, verily, I say unto you, whatsoever you shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it to you. Hitherto have you asked nothing in my name: ask, and you shall receive, that your joy may be full” (John 16:23-24).

I love this Scripture. “Whatsoever you shall ask, God will give it to you.” Prayer is based on your desires and expectations. What do you expect from God—what do you want?

Persistently and weekly a bishop from Krivoy Rog, Ukraine phoned us requesting a visit and the opportunity to work together. Seeing their unwavering vision and determination, we consented to the appeal. The joy, hunger and sacrifice with which they received the Word of God made the effort and resources needed to reach them completely worth it.

Due to the military confilict, I was unable to fly directly as I normally would have but was required to route through Austria, entering Ukraine through a ‘back door.’ Thankfully, the most danger I faced was the white-knuckled trip from the airport dodging cars from all directions as we navigated countless immense potholes from 30 years of neglect.

Was it worth it? Absolutely! Lives were ignited and leaders established during nights of revelation and healing equal to Africa. The Lord has visited the Ukraine again! It continues to be a spiritual breadbasket to the world in the midst of its own great need.

Very often people think God has a huge office and a lot of work to do, and because He is so busy He has absolutely no time for them. They look at the sky wondering, “What will God do for me? He is so far away. He is so great, so mighty and powerful!” BUT, God does not say “No” to you! God’s answer to everyone is “YES!” He is reaching out to you today. “If you are hungry, come to Me, and I will feed you! If you are thirsty, come to Me and drink! If you are in need, come to Me, open up your heart and give Me your problems!”

God has not abandoned us, but He has sent Jesus to every family, every home, and every person. God is our help. No matter what your problem is or what it is that you need, God sent His Son Jesus so that you and I could receive life.

Matthew 18:20 promises that where two or three are gathered together in His name He is there in our midst. When the Word is preached, His presence is preached, and His presence fills the atmosphere around us.

1 Peter 1:23 says that you and I are born again of an incorruptible seed by the Word of God.  John 1:14 tells us that Jesus, the Word of God, became flesh. What does that mean for you and me? That means His Word is actually He Himself being released into the atmosphere around us. When we speak His words, He is present to heal in our midst. Luke 5:17 and many other scriptures let us know that as His words are being spoken, He is filling our midst with His presence!

We are the temple of the living God, as God has said, “I will dwell in them and walk in them and I will be their God and they shall be my people.” Wow! I walk, He’s dwelling in me; I talk, He’s living in me; I experience life, He’s experiencing it through me—I am one with Him!