The Price of Power – Prayer and Intimacy

By Pastor Juliana T Akinbami

Declarations: The Price of Power – Prayer and Intimacy

 
1. Declaration: I declare that my power is rooted in intimacy, not performance. I will seek God’s heart, not just His hand.
Scripture: “He made known His ways to Moses, His acts to the children of Israel.” – Psalm 103:7 (NKJV)
 
2. Declaration: I declare that prayer is my lifestyle, not my last resort. I walk daily in communion with God, and I carry His presence with me.
Scripture: “Pray without ceasing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV)
 
3. Declaration: I declare that my altar is rebuilt. I choose to prioritize the secret place and make room for the fire of God to fall.
Scripture: “And he repaired the altar of the Lord that was broken down.” – 1 Kings 18:30 (NKJV)
 
4. Declaration: I declare that I carry prophetic legacy like Hannah, because I have learned to pour my heart out before the Lord.
Scripture: “But Hannah… prayed to the Lord and wept in anguish.” – 1 Samuel 1:10 (NKJV)
 
5. Declaration: I declare that I will not move without God’s presence. Like Moses, I choose intimacy over accomplishment, and obedience over ambition.
Scripture: “If Your Presence does not go with us, do not bring us up from here.” – Exodus 33:15 (NKJV)
 
6. Declaration: I declare that my prayers have the power to shift atmospheres and turn hearts back to Godjust like Elijah on Mount Carmel.
Scripture: “Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may know that You are the Lord God…” – 1 Kings 18:37 (NKJV)
 
7. Declaration: I declare that consistency in prayer will mark my life. Like Daniel, I pray faithfully regardless of pressure, and I see public deliverance as a result.
Scripture: “He knelt down on his knees three times that day, and prayed… as was his custom.” – Daniel 6:10 (NKJV)
 
8. Declaration: I declare that even in dark seasons, my worship will rise. Like Paul and Silas, I pray and praise until every chain breaks.
Scripture: “But at midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God… and the foundations of the prison were shaken.” – Acts 16:25–26 (NKJV)
 
9. Declaration: I declare that I am not driven by results but drawn by relationship. Knowing God is my greatest pursuit and my highest privilege.
Scripture: “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings…” – Philippians 3:10 (NKJV)
 
10. Declaration: I declare that the power of God will flow through me—not because I’m loud, but because I’m near. Intimacy is my position, and prayer is my power.
Scripture: “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” – James 4:8 (NKJV)