Discernment in Prayer

The apostles were constantly trying to steer Jesus away from the worst elements of society.  Jesus would have no part of it.  By His own claim, He was here on earth to serve those who needed His help – sinners one and all.

So we should be careful not to only extend our intercessory prayers to those we favor.  Those who repulse us are probably in much greater need of the power of intercession from the Spirit within us. 

By seeking the will of God, we will receive the discernment we need for our intercessory prayers.  It should come as no surprise when we find our prayers of love and forgiveness lifted up for our enemies.