Exodus 12 Leaving Egypt 

The last plague finally made Pharaoh change his mind, yet as he called Moses to himself to release the Israelites, he had one request. It is the one we most often hear from unbelievers when they realize they are without hope: “bless me also” or in our case it is “pray for me.” Rather than relinquishing their will, they know our prayers are effectual and so they request prayer or blessing. It is sad to read that no matter what God has sent their way, Pharaoh and our unbelieving friends or relatives request prayer. They will not bend the knee to God yet they desire prayer from us. They recognize our belief in Jesus but still reject His salvation. Does that seem odd to you? 

So if you are in a situation such as this how do you pray? It is my hope that you continue to pray for their hearts to be softened and they accept Christ. Yet, down through the centuries, the episode here is repeated over and over. Do they think our prayers of blessing will take them from earth to heaven? Only one thing answers that question: submit to God and seek His salvation. So today as you listen and pray, ask God to heal their hearts so they can believe. Keep praying beloved friend. Keep loving. Keep the channel open for their hearts to be changed.