Mary went to Elizabeth to rejoice with her at the time of their fruitfulness. Who else could possibly begin to understand and relate to Mary except Elizabeth? Also, Elizabeth needed to share her feelings of motherhood with someone who believed, for even her husband had his doubts. Each woman confirmed to the other the work of God in her life.
Whether you are male or female, the need for spiritual companions or prayer partners is the same today. We become more than just petitioners together; we serve to confirm God’s will for each other as we receive word from the Holy Spirit. It is vitally important that the call of the Lord in such matters as ministry, vocation, etc, be confirmed to us before we act. Notice the pattern set forth in this scripture: God’s will for Mary was revealed to her first, then Elizabeth was used to verify the revelation.
From this one situation we learn that prayer partners must: abound in love toward each other; be above coveting each other’s ministry; be able to rejoice in the Lord together; sacrifice for one another; and encourage one another in the Word.
Rx: Ask God for at least one like-minded Christian companion. Jesus encouraged this type of fellowship when He said, “Again I say to you, if two of you can agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered in My Name there I Am in the midst of them.” Matt.18:19-20
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