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The Healing Power of Prayer

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Monday, February 16, 2026

Key Bible Verse: "Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."  
—   James 5:16

The Healing Power of Prayer. Part 2

Affirmation: "Prayer restores me. Healing flows into my mind, my body, and my heart as I pray with faith, consistency, and sincerity, trusting God to strengthen and renew me."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 2: Honest Confession Breaks the Cycle of Hidden Pain

Hidden pain does not heal itself. It grows in silence, it hardens through denial, and it spreads through unresolved pressure. Honest confession breaks that cycle because it brings the real issue into the light where healing can begin. Confession is not weakness. Confession is courage. It is the decision to stop pretending and to stop carrying a burden you were never meant to carry alone.

Confession also resets your inner world. When you hide a fault, a wound, or a failure, your mind stays busy covering it. That covering produces anxiety, irritation, and emotional distance. You may still smile, but the heaviness remains. Honest confession removes the mask. It restores clarity. It makes room for peace. When you name what is wrong, you start to regain control over what has been controlling you.

Be wise with confession. This is not about telling everybody everything. This is about truth with purpose. Confess to God first. If you need human support, choose someone mature, discreet, and aligned with truth. Speak clearly. Own your part. Ask for prayer and accountability if needed. Then take action that matches the confession. If you confess pride, practise humility. If you confess bitterness, start forgiveness. If you confess delay, choose disciplined steps. Healing accelerates when truth and action work together.

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Connect: Your Challenge and Response

You may fear that confession will expose you or reduce respect. The opposite is often true. Honest confession restores strength. Your response today is to stop hiding, seek wise support, and return to prayer with a clean heart.

Extend: Faith in Action

Write down one hidden burden you have carried. Confess it to God in clear words. If needed, speak to one trusted person today and ask for prayer support. Then take one action that proves change has started.

Reflection And Application

What pain have you kept hidden because you feared judgement or shame? What would change if you chose truth today and allowed healing to begin through honest confession?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

“Confession is not collapse. Confession is a reset. Truth breaks the cycle, clears the heart, and opens the way for healing to take root.”

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Let Us Pray

Lord, I come with honesty. I refuse to hide what needs healing. Cleanse my heart, renew my mind, and give me courage to walk in truth. Lead me to wise accountability, and restore me fully. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship