Description
The Power and Significance of Prayer Candles
Prayer candles have been used for centuries across various Christian traditions as symbols of hope, faith, and divine intervention. These candles represent the light of Christ, which dispels darkness and brings clarity and peace. For those suffering from spiritual afflictions, the act of lighting a prayer candle is both a physical and spiritual act of surrender, trust, and invocation of God’s presence through Christ Jesus.
1. Symbolism of Light in Prayer Candles
The flame of a prayer candle symbolizes the presence of God, the light of Christ, and the Holy Spirit. In times of spiritual struggle, this light represents hope and the belief that darkness cannot overcome the light (John 1:5). Lighting a candle during prayer becomes an outward expression of an inward cry for God’s intervention, guidance, and healing.
2. The Act of Faith
Lighting a prayer candle is a simple yet profound act of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. It is a tangible way for believers to express their dependence on God and their belief in His power to deliver them from spiritual afflictions. The candle serves as a reminder that God hears their prayers and that His power is always at work, even when they cannot see it.
3. The Continuity of Prayer
A prayer candle often burns for hours or even days, symbolizing the continuity of prayer. This is particularly comforting for those in distress, as it represents the ongoing intercession before God. As the candle burns, it is as though their prayer continues to rise before God’s throne, even when they are not physically present. Scriptural Texts on the Power of Light and Prayer
• John 8:12: “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” This verse underscores the significance of light in the life of a believer. When we light a prayer candle, we are acknowledging Christ as our source of light and life, even in the midst of spiritual darkness.
• Matthew 5:14-16: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Here, Jesus calls His followers the light of the world, encouraging them to shine brightly. Lighting a prayer candle can be seen as a way of participating in this calling, allowing God’s light to shine in our hearts and in the midst of
our circumstances.
• Psalm 18:28: “You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.” This verse is a powerful reminder that God sustains us and turns our darkness into light. Lighting a prayer candle is a symbolic way of trusting God to keep our spiritual lamps burning, especially during times of affliction. Testimonies of Breakthroughs Through Prayer Candles
1. Healing from Spiritual Oppression: A woman who had been experiencing severe spiritual oppression began lighting a prayer candle each evening while reading Psalm 91. Over time, she noticed a decrease in the oppressive feelings and an increase in her peace. Eventually, she experienced complete deliverance from the oppression, attributing her breakthrough to the power of God, invoked through her prayers in Jesus name and the symbolic light of the candle.
2. Restoration of a Broken Relationship: A man facing a broken relationship with his estranged son decided to light a prayer candle daily while praying for reconciliation. As the days turned into weeks, communication slowly reopened between them. Within a few months, their relationship was fully restored. The man believes that the prayer candle served as a constant reminder of God’s ability to heal and restore what was broken.
3. Protection from Harm: A family living in an area plagued by crime began lighting a prayer candle each night while praying for protection. They faithfully prayed Psalm 91 and trusted God to shield them. Despite several incidents in their neighbourhood, their home was never targeted, and they remained safe. The family sees the prayer candle as a symbol of God’s protective presence. While the act of lighting a prayer, candle is not a replacement for the true source of power, which is Jesus Christ, it is a meaningful practice that can deepen one’s prayer life and serve as a visual and spiritual reminder of God’s presence, power, and light in the midst of darkness. For those suffering from spiritual afflictions, the prayer
candle becomes a beacon of hope, a tangible expression of faith, and a symbol of God’s unending light, which leads to breakthrough and victory.
Why we use Beeswax Candle Beeswax Candles, when blessed, are one of the greatest divine blessings by nature and are a magnificent and
important symbol of Christ. The pure wax, made by virginal bees, is a symbol of the pure flesh of the Saviour coming from the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The candle’s wick represents Our Lord’s human soul which also represents ours. The flame of the lighted candle signifies His Divinity of which we are a part. They also have been lit by the Catholic Church for centuries as a symbol of prayer. Lighting a candle symbolizes illumination or light in the darkness of our life, especially individual life. It is the symbol of holy illumination of the spirit of truth. Lit in times of pain, they signify the light in our darkest world, and they represent the Spirit of Christ. It reminds us of the words of Christ when He lifted up a candle and said “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” Aside from its significance, these candles are also beneficial because it can enhance the atmosphere at your home with hints of honey and a warm glow for up to 12 hours with Divine Intercession’s delicate traditional beehive skep candles. These candles are handcrafted with love and made with natural beeswax directly from a small bee apiary that is free from fertilisers, chemicals and pesticide. This means that these candles are toxin-free and all natural. Once lit, this beeswax beehive candle will purify the air around you by clearing pollutants and dust. These tea light candles are beneficial to those who want to relax and people who struggle with allergies or asthma.
PRAYER INVOLVED
Praying for the Prayer Candles involved several dedicated sessions of prayer and meditation. Each session focused on invoking divine blessings, sanctification, and spiritual protection for those who would use the item. During the prayer sessions, various blessings were called upon:
1. Health and Well-being: Prayers for physical health and mental well-being were recited.
2. Prosperity and Success: Invocations for financial stability and success in personal endeavours.
3. Protection and Safety: Requests for divine protection against harm and negative influences.
4. Peace and Harmony: Blessings for inner peace, emotional stability, and harmonious relationships.
5. Deliverance: Prayers for Freedom, Restoration and Transformation
“In the name of Jesus, we declare this item to be sanctified and set apart for holy use. May it carry the anointing and power of God, bringing blessing, protection, and divine favour to all who come into contact with it. We cover it with the blood of Jesus, declaring it free from any evil influence or assignment. Let it be a vessel for God’s glory, in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.”
Ps. Joseph W. Sesay
