“I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn’t have to destroy the land, but I found no one.”Ezekiel 22:30 NLT

We often assume that for change to happen in our homes, our society, or our nation, it requires an army or a massive reformation. But the truth is, it begins with just one person.

Throughout the Bible, God called, revealed His plans, and gave instructions to one individual, not to a crowd. Time and again, He used one person to bring transformation to an entire nation. God is still searching for that one person.

Standing in the gap and making intercession is a noble calling, because intercessors lay aside their own needs for the sake of others. Many of us are here today because someone once stood in the gap and prayed for our salvation and spiritual well-being.

The Word of God encourages us to remain available to His call at all times. God has placed greatness within you—so much so that your prayers can shake nations and lead hearts back to righteousness.

Just as many Christian reformers began their journey within their own homes, God can use you to raise up great ministers and missionaries for this generation. Do not think that you alone can do nothing. Consider Jonah—one man chosen by God to warn the city of Nineveh to turn from its unrighteousness. When the message was delivered, the people repented, and God, in His mercy, spared the nation from His wrath.

Your intercession is a powerful contribution to God’s Kingdom. Do not remain hidden or hesitant. Break free from fear and rise as an intercessor to bring the change this world needs in the eyes of God.

God is still looking for that one person—one who will stand in the gap and pray, so that many may be saved from unrighteousness.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for calling us to stand in the gap. Use our prayers to bring repentance, healing, and righteousness to our homes, our nations, and this generation. Make us that one person You are searching for. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.