Jesus told people that the kingdom of God was near, and then demonstrated it by performing miracles (see Matthew 11:5; 4:23–25). But that was then, this is now. Should we expect miracles nowadays?

Many Christians believe that God no longer works in the world in this way – he has given us Jesus and his written Word to rely on. Many others believe that God does work miracles today, and that they should be expected, particularly when preaching the gospel.

What do you think – does Jesus want you to follow his example? If you’ve ever prayed for people to be healed, the chances are that not everyone you’ve prayed for got better.

Remember: Jesus didn’t heal every person he encountered either (see Matthew 13:53–58). And the disciples were unsuccessful on various occasions (see Matthew 17:14–16). Does that mean that healings don’t happen because of lack of faith, either in the pray-ers or prayees? Not necessarily.

Jesus healed some people who didn’t seem to recognise who he was or what he offered (see John 5:1–15), so we can’t generalise. But faith in those who pray seems to make a difference (see James 5:15).

The thing is, God’s kingdom is advancing and one day it will encompass every aspect of life and creation. But for now we’re in a battle against forces and movements that oppose God’s rule (see Ephesians 6:12).

With sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and to the situations in which we’re placed, Jesus can give us the words and actions to live lives of love, truth, grace and power. Might that not include miracles?

I see miracles happen all the time myself Shell. Its a miracle that I can get out of bed every morning and I thank God whole heartedly for that.

I would venture to think that miracles are closely related to prayer in that if you should pray for something and you recieve it, would that not be deemed as a miracle?

God is able to move mountains (of course He created mountains). He can definately do miracles.

I don't think that's obsessive at all, brother. I think that is following the Word of God where it says to Pray without Ceasing. You sound like you do just that, by remaining before the Throne of God and having that fellowship and communication with Him always!