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Still Praying

Rich Wilkerson Jr.

VOUS Church • Sep 13, 2026 • 51 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

Celebrating eleven years as a church, Pastor Rich Wilkerson Jr. teaches that spiritual growth is not about immediate perfection, but about living faithfully in the tension between where we are and where God is taking us. Through the example of King Hezekiah, this message highlights three simple, lifelong prayers: "Sorry," "Help," and "Thank You." Even when we feel unfinished or fall short, remaining faithful in prayer keeps our hearts open to God's relentless grace, compassion, and ongoing work in our lives.

Themes

PrayerRepentanceSpiritual MaturityDependence on GodGratitudeGod's Grace

Pastor's Points

1.

Sorry

2.

Help

3.

Thank You

Key Points

1.
Prayer 1 — Sorry: True spiritual progress requires taking ownership of our mistakes and regularly praying "sorry" to God and others.
2.
Prayer 2 — Help: Spiritual maturity means growing more dependent on God, not more self-sufficient as we gain experience.
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Prayer 3 — Thank You: Gratitude comes from actively remembering all God has brought us through and acknowledging Him as the source of our blessings.
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Repentance opens the doors of our hearts and restores relationships that pride previously closed.
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While we must make practical plans and work diligently, we must constantly pray for God's supernatural help.
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When fear and overwhelming circumstances cause you to sink, God doesn't expect eloquent prayers—just an honest cry for help.
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Living faithfully in the tension of life means continuing to pray even when you are unfinished, knowing God is not done with you yet.

Sermon Moments

“Life is not really about eliminating this word tension, but rather life is learning how to live faithfully in the tension.”

“Repentance opens up that which pride closed.”

“I can't change what happened, but an apology can change what happens next.”

“Spiritual maturity is not becoming independent of God. Spiritual maturity means the more that I grow and the bigger that I get, I become more and more dependent on God.”

“I'm going to work like it depends on me, but I'm going to pray like it depends on God.”

“When you cry out for Him, He comes running. It's okay. Dad's here.”

“Gratitude is what happens when you remember where it came from.”

“I'm not there yet, but God's not done yet.”

This Week

Offer an honest, unreserved apology to God and anyone you have hurt, taking full responsibility without making excuses.

Pray a simple "Sorry" prayer daily, asking God to search your heart and reveal areas needing growth and repentance.

Pair your practical planning and hard work with dependent prayer, acknowledging that God alone wins the battle.

When overwhelmed or sinking under pressure, replace long explanations with a sincere, simple cry of "Help, Lord."

Set aside time to remember past deliverances and provisions, thanking God for bringing you through difficult seasons.

Cultivate a "thank you culture" in your home and workplace by regularly expressing vocal gratitude to God and others.

Stay consistent in your prayer life during times of waiting or process, trusting that God is still writing your story.

Remember This

Even if you are not where you want to be yet, keep praying—because as long as you return to God, He is not done working in your life.

A Challenge for You

Keep praying, keep believing, and watch how God works; if you will return to Him, He promises never to turn His face from you.

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