THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

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1 PRAYER GUIDE THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH WINTER 2017

2 WELCOME TO 21 DAYS OF PRAYER Sometimes it seems there are times when God is trying to get our attention. What if God is trying to get your attention? What if God is calling your name? What if God is trying to help you take a turn in life right now? In this 21 days of prayer and fasting, it is not only possible but probable that God will speak into your life and use this as a turning point. This season of prayer and fasting will be aided and accompanied by several tools in this document, including: a Biblical guide to fasting, different fasting options, and a prayer guide for each of the 21 days that includes a central Biblical passage, a brief devotional thought, reflection questions, and a prayer. We eagerly await what the Lord will do for us, in us, and through us during these very special 21 days. I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know Him better. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in His holy people, and His incomparably great power for us who believe. Ephesians 1:17-19a For this booklet and other resources, please visit Note: Unless otherwise noted, all Scriptures are taken from the New International Translation (NIV) DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

3 3 Daily Prayer Focuses 5 Fasting Guide Table of Contents 9 Week 1 - To Seek and Save the Lost 11 Monday, January 9th / Who We Pray For: The Lost 12 Tuesday, January 10th / Why We Pray: Heaven & Hell Are Real 13 Wednesday, January 11th / What To Pray For: Receptive Hearts 14 Thursday, January 12th / When Do We Get Involved: Now 15 Friday, January 13th/ Where To See Opportunity: Community 16 Saturday, January 14th / How To Pray With Purpose: Claim The Promise of the Heir 19 Week 2 - To Free the Captives 21 Monday, January 16th / Who We Pray For: The Broken and Bound 22 Tuesday, January 17th / Why We Pray: Bondage is a Spiritual Block 23 Wednesday, January 18th / What To Pray For: Abundant Life 24 Thursday, January 19th / When To Get Involved: Now 25 Friday, January 20th / Where To See Opportunity: Every Place Your Feet Go 26 Saturday, January 21st / How To Pray With Purpose: Bring Light To the Darkness/Take Back What the Enemy Has Stolen 29 Week 3 - To Heal The Sick 31 Monday, January 23rd / Who We Pray For: Emotionally, Spiritually, Physically Sick 32 Tuesday, January 24th / Why To Pray: Sick Is Not Who We Are 33 Wednesday, January 25th / What To Pray: Healing 34 Thursday, January 26th / When To Get Involved: In Every Available Opportunity 35 Friday, January 27th / Where To See Opportunity: Every Place Your Eyes Glance 36 Saturday, January 28th / How To Pray With Purpose: Speak To The Disease 37 Appendix 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH 2

4 Daily Prayer Focus

5 Every Day Prayer Focus Humble ourselves. Asking for forgiveness for our sins and the sins of our land. Seeking God. Declaring our dependence on God in every area of our lives. His Kingdom Come. Praying for the completion of the Great Commission and for revival in our generation. Hear from Heaven. Inviting the Presence of God in our church and our lives (souls saved, signs, wonders, miracles, and transformed lives.) Believing God for answered prayer to our specific needs (Connection Cards, Pastoral Care Update Cards, and prayer requests). Daily Prayer Focus Week 1 Day 1 (Pray for God to move through our worship services) Day 2 Our Leaders Nation, State, and City (1 Timothy 2:1-2) Day 3 Our Pastors, church staff, small group leaders, serve teams, leadership team Day 4 Our City Moody (and surrounding areas) Day 5 Our Nation revival in America, Godly leaders Day 6 Our World international missions (leadership training and church planting), the Gospel in Israel. Day 7 Worship Week 2 Day 8 (Pray for God to move through our worship services) Day 9 The Lost Day 10 Small Groups leaders, members, real life change Day 11 Life Track and Serve Team leadership development, covering over every leader, fresh vision Day 12 Children and Students (GPKids & GPY) Day 13 GPCA Day 14 Worship Week 3 Day 15 (Pray for God to move through our worship services) Day 16 Families and Marriages Day 17 Our Church s Vision expansion projects Day 18 My personal vision freedom from habits, debt, relationships, ministry, reaching my full potential Day 19 Personal freedom and deliverance breakthrough in every area! Day 20 Our specific needs (finances, health, family members to be saved and other personal needs.) Pray for the sick anoint with oil. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH 4

6 FASTING GUIDE What does the Bible teach about fasting? Biblical fasting involves abstaining from eating (and/or drinking) for spiritual purposes. In the Old Testament, Israel celebrated certain annual fasts, the most prominent being the Day of Atonement. There were also occasional fasts tied to specific historical events, sometimes individual and sometimes corporate. Here are a few of the occasions for fasting: at a time of grief (I Sam. 31:13; Nehemiah 1:4), at a time of repentance (I Sam 7:6; I Kings 21:27), as an expression of humility (Ezra 8:21; Psalm 69:10), and as an expression of a need for God s guidance and help. What all of these fasts share in common is that they were an expression of dependence on God. Several New Testament passages give us insight about fasting. Fasting teaches us that God s Word nourishes us: Matthew 4:1-4 records the only example of Jesus fasting, just prior to His being tempted in the wilderness. He faced temptation with these words, Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. Jesus is quoting Deuteronomy 8:3-5 which talks about the 40 years Israel spent in the wilderness, depending daily on manna to sustain them. He says that God humbled them and let them be hungry in order to teach them to depend on God s Word to sustain them. By His example of fasting, Jesus reminds us that food alone can t sustain us. We need to be nourished by God s Word. Fasting teaches us that doing God s will sustains us: John 4:31-35 records Jesus encounter with the woman at the well. When the disciples return, they encourage Jesus to eat. He responds by saying, I have food to eat that you know not of. Then He adds, My food is to do the will of the Father. Again, Jesus reminds us that food alone is not enough. We are sustained by doing God s will. Fasting teaches us that Jesus Himself sustains us: In John 6:48-50 Jesus says, I am the bread of life. Your fathers ate the manna in the wilderness, and they died. This is the bread which comes down out of heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. We see this pictured symbolically in the bread and the cup of the Lord s Supper. Jesus is the source of eternal life. Fasting is feasting on Jesus. Jesus assumed that fasting would be a part of His disciple s spiritual life. In Matthew 6:16-18, He says, when you fast, not if you fast. He warns us not to fast to impress people, but to be near to the heart of God. What is the purpose of fasting? Fasting is designed to intensify our dependence on God by weakening our dependence on food and other things. How does it do that? Fasting reveals and heals our dependence on food (and other things) to fill the discomfort caused by low self-esteem, unfulfilling work, unloving relationships, uncontrollable circumstances, etc. It removes the false peace derived from the pleasure of eating. Richard Foster says, More than any other discipline, fasting reveals the things that control us. This is a wonderful benefit to the true disciple who longs to be transformed into the image of Jesus Christ. We cover up what is inside us with food and other good things, but as we fast our eyes our opened to those things in our lives that need surfacing. If pride controls us, it will be revealed almost immediately. David writes, I humbled my soul with fasting (Psalm 69:10). Anger, bitterness, jealousy, strife, fear if they are within us, they will surface during fasting DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

7 Fasting teaches us that we can go without getting what we want and survive. Fasting can free us from having to have what we want. Therefore, fasting can teach moderation or self-control, not only in relation to food, but in other areas as well. It teaches contentment. (I Timothy 6:6) Fasting expresses and deepens our hunger for God. Richard Foster says, Fasting reminds us that we are sustained by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. (Matt. 4:4). Food does not sustain us; God sustains us. In Christ, All things hold together (Colossians 1:17). Therefore, in experiences of fasting, we are abstaining from food or other activities and feasting on God s Word. Fasting must always, first and foremost, center on God. It must be about Him. Step 1: Clarify the purpose of your fast. Why are you fasting? Ask the Holy Spirit to clarify His leading and objectives for your prayer fast. This will enable you to pray more specifically and strategically. Fasting is God-led and God-initiated. That means that He fuels a desire to fast and pray. He loves it when we fast. Step 2: Specify the kind of fast you will do. Pray about the kind of fast you should undertake. Jesus implied that all of His followers should fast. (Matthew 6:16-18; 9:14-15) For Him, it was a matter of when believers would fast, not if they would do it. Before you fast, decide the following up front: How long will you - one meal, one day, one week, several weeks, certain days (beginners should start slowly, building up to longer fasts)? What type of fast does God want you to undertake? (discussed in the Types of Fasts section below.) What physical or social activities will you restrict? How much time each day will you devote to prayer and God s Word? Making these commitments ahead of time will help you sustain your fast when physical temptations and life s pressures tempt you to abandon it. Step 3: Prepare your heart, mind, and body for fasting. Fasting requires reasonable precautions. Consult your physician first, especially if you take prescription medication or have a chronic ailment. Some persons should never fast without professional supervision. Do not rush into your fast. Prepare your body. Eat smaller meals before starting a fast. Avoid high fat and sugary foods. Eating raw fruit and vegetables prior to your fast is helpful. Physical preparation makes the drastic change in your eating routine a little easier so that you can turn your full attention to the Lord in prayer. Prepare your heart and mind: Remember that God is your Father and He loves you and is for you. Confess every sin that the Holy Spirit calls to your remembrance and accept God s forgiveness (1 John 1:9). Seek forgiveness from all whom you have offended, and forgive all who has hurt you (Mark 11:25; Luke 11:4; 17:3,4). Make restitution as the Holy Spirit leads you. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - FASTING GUIDE 6

8 Surrender your life fully to Jesus Christ (Romans 12:1, 2). Meditate on the attributes of God, His love, sovereignty, power, wisdom, faithfulness, grace, compassion, and others. (Psalm 48:9,10; 103:1-8, 11-13) Begin your time of fasting and prayer with an expectant heart. (Hebrews 11:6) Do not underestimate spiritual opposition. Satan sometimes intensifies the natural battle between body and spirit. (Galatians 5:16,17) Finally, and of deep importance, Jesus instructs us in Matthew to not let others know about your fasting. The strict details of your fast should not be something you constantly talk about to others. It should remain between you and God. Types of Fasts Now that we have explored the Old and New Testament teaching and instruction on fasting, we can proceed to discuss specific kinds of fasts. Let us begin with the helpful words of Richard Foster in his classic, Celebration of Discipline: As with all the Disciplines, a progression should be observed; it is wise to learn to walk well before we try to run. Biblical fasting almost always concerns food. Since the purpose of fasting, as we saw above, is to focus on God, to humble ourselves and to remind ourselves that we are sustained by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God, then the task in fasting is connecting our going without to hungering for God. This takes time, focus and prayer in itself. Please do not expect to be an expert at fasting right away. Fasting is a discipline that can take a very long time to understand well. Also, do not let this fact deter you or intimidate you. Fasting is not unlike a beautifully written masterpiece of literature. It is simple enough for a youth to understand and enjoy, and yet magnificently rich enough for the scholar to devote his/her entire life to. Choose to abstain from something like breads, sweets, sodas, coffee, or even red meat. Perhaps spend some time reading through Daniel s fast in Daniel chapter 1 and chapter 10. Stick to only fruits and vegetables like he did or something similar. Finally, determine the timing and duration of your fast and begin. You may choose to go without this specific type of food on only certain days like Fridays, or you may go without during the weekdays only or perhaps every day. This fast is 21 days (January 8-28) but that does not mean you must go without for all of the 21 days. Determine the timing and duration ahead of time and stick to it. Rather, pray through it DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

9 No Food Fast This kind of fast is more difficult but can be broken up by timing and duration. This seems to be the most prevalent of the fasts we see in the Bible. It is also the most intimidating, but refuse to let it scare you. Fasting from all food is not scary if you determine beforehand when you will do so and for how long. Here are some ideas. Start slowly. Begin with fasting for only a part of a day (lunch, or lunch and dinner). Do this for one day a week, or perhaps three days a week. You determine the timing and duration. Take a step of faith. Fasting is risky and involves our faith. Next, try fasting from food but not beverages. This means that according to your timing and duration, you would not eat any solid foods but only water, juices, smoothies, or perhaps simple soup broths. Do this for the first one or two weeks. Devote the time that you normally would eat to Scripture reading and prayer. Focus on Jesus statements about food. Next, try a 24-hour fast. This means that you get up and eat a good breakfast and drink only water or juice until the following breakfast the next day. Set aside specific time, during normal meal times if possible, to pray and seek God. Finally, you may progress to a two or three-day fast. For some, progression may lead to a multiday, even multi-week fast. But remember the purpose of your fast. Abstaining from Entertainment - Daniel 6:18 The king s voluntary fasting from entertainment in the time of Daniel helps us further understand yet another type of fast. Fasting from entertainment can be particularly helpful and accessible to kids and teens. Think of abstaining from television, ipods, video games, all reading except the Bible, music, texting, etc. for the duration of your fast. This can be a very powerful decision even as a supplement to food fasts. Choosing your fasting plan is a very personal decision. We are all at different places in our walk with God and our spirituality should never be a cause for comparison or competition. There is nothing more inherently spiritual about one type of fast as opposed to another. Your personal fast should present a level of challenge to it, but know your body, know your options, and most importantly, seek God in prayer about this and follow what the Holy Spirit leads you to do. It s also important to not let what you eat or do not eat become the focus of your fast. This is a time to disconnect enough with your regular patterns and habits in order to connect more closely to God. No matter what kind of fast you choose, or perhaps, you choose not to fast at all seek God with us in prayer. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - FASTING GUIDE 8

10 Week 1 To Seek and Save the Lost For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost. Luke 19:10

11 MODEL OF HARVEST PRAYER 1. Praise and Thanksgiving God, you are a God that can do the impossible. It is your power that heals the sick and raises the dead. I affirm that you are the God of many miracles and I take this moment to thank you for the most beautiful miracle of all, salvation. Thank you for loving me enough to pursue me even when I didn t know you. Thank you for giving us the most precious thing you had to offer in your Son, Jesus Christ. It is because of this sacrifice that I now live. 2. Recognize The Problem God I know that you are God of all, but we also know that there is a real enemy that seeks to kill, steal, and destroy our lives. I know that this enemy has blinded the eyes of the unbeliever so they cannot see your goodness. This enemy has manipulated and captivated lost people. I am asking in the Name of Jesus for their release from the world, flesh, and the enemy. We are persistent in asking because I know that it is your desire to see all of your children come home, but I also know that the enemy desires to bring resistance. (John 10:10, 2 Corinthians 4:3-4, 1 John 2:15-17) 3. Confirm Calling God you have commanded me (your disciples) to go and proclaim the good news, cast out demons, and heal the sick. In obedience, I have answered that call with a heart to please you and bring glory to your name. I ask that you use me to make more disciples in all the world, teaching them to love you. (Luke 10, Matthew 10:8, Matthew 28: 18-20) 4. Use Your Authority I now confirm and use the authority that you have given me through your Son, Jesus Christ. Your scripture says that I am to pray in His name. (John 14:13, John 15:16) 5. Claim The Kingdom In the Name of Jesus, let it be that enter into your Kingdom. I know that it is your desire for them to know You, Your grace, Your love, and Your mercy. Reveal Yourself to them in a powerful way so they may taste and see that the Lord is good. I claim victory over death in the life of. For it is by the blood of Christ that salvation may be received by all people. 6. Return To Praise Father you are Jehovah Tsidkenu, the One who brings our righteousness! I praise Your great Name! I thank you for Jesus, and I thank you for allowing me to be a part of what you are doing here and now. Bring glory to Your Name through our prayers. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 1 10

12 Monday, January 9 Who We Pray For: The Lost Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep. I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. Luke 15:4-7 And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all those he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. For my Father s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day. John 6:39-40 Action: 1. Pray for open hearts to receive the message of the gospel. 2. Pray for open eyes to see the truth of God. 3. Pray for an open heart to depend on Jesus. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

13 Tuesday, January 10 Why We Pray: Heaven & Hell Are Real For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Ephesians 6:12-13 Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. As you go, proclaim this message: The kingdom of heaven has come near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. Matthew 10:6-8 Action: 1. Pray for the same compassion Christ showed towards us. 2. Pray for the Holy Spirit to reveal the truth of eternity through Scripture. 3. Pray for Godly sorrow. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 1 12

14 Wednesday, January 11 What to Pray For: Receptive Hearts Listen! A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow. But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants, so that they did not bear grain. Still other seed fell on good soil. It came up, grew and produced a crop, some multiplying thirty, some sixty, some a hundred times. Mark 4: 3-8 Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will. 2 Timothy 2:25-26 Action: 1. Pray for our own hearts to break for what breaks God s. 2. Pray for desire to share the gospel. 3. Pray for opportunity. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

15 Thursday, January 12 When Do We Get Involved: Now When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field. Matthew 9:36-38 And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh. Romans 13:11-14 Action: 1. Pray for a sense of urgency. 2. Pray for the the harvest. 3. Pray for the workers. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 1 14

16 Friday, January 13 Where To See Opportunity: Community Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Teach them to your children, talking about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates. Deuteronomy 11:18-20 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 1 Peter 3:15 Action: 1. Pray for opportunity in our families. 2. Pray for opportunity in our workplace. 3. Pray for opportunity in our community. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

17 Saturday, January 14 How To Pray With Purpose: Claim the Promise of the Heir But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. 1 Peter 2:9-10 So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham s seed, and heirs according to the promise. Galatians 3:26-29 Action: 1. Claim the lost by name for victory of salvation by the blood of Jesus. 2. Pray the lost will know their Identity and walk toward it. 3. Rebuke the lies of the enemy in their lives. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 1 16

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20 Week 2 To Free the Captives The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor. Isaiah 61:1-3

21 MODEL OF FREEDOM PRAYER 1. YOU: Praise and Thanksgiving God I praise you that you are the giver of all good things and desire for us to live in abundance. I thank you for the freedom you gave us through Jesus Christ that allows for that abundant life. Thank you that you have set us free TO something and not just OF something. God I praise Your Name, Deliverer, because I know that you desire for us to move from bondage to freedom. I ask right now by the power of your Holy Spirit that you would reveal any barriers. 2. THEM: Repentance God you are a God who forgives us when we have sinned and fallen short. I thank you for that gift of grace that you have freely given through Your Son, Jesus Christ. I ask that you forgive me for. I achknowledge that my sin hurt You, but am thankful You will remember it no more. (James 5:16) 3. THEM: Forgiveness God I ask that you reveal to me anything I may be holding onto in the area of unforgiveness and bitterness. I know that holding onto this bondage will only keep me from receiving as much of You as I desire. I release into your hands and remove my own. I know that what they did hurt me, and in turn hurt you, but I no longer desire to allow this situation or person to have power over my life. Just as you have freely given grace, I will not do the same. I forgive for. Thank you God for broken chains! (Matthew 6:14) 4. THEM: Surrender God, I am ready and willing to submit all of myself to You so that you can have Your way in my life. I know that I must submit to You in order to conquer the enemy that desires to ruin the freedom I so desperately desire. I am ready for my life to move from ordinary to extraordinary through the power of Your Holy Spirit. I ask that you come and rest on me so that I can continue my journey to continued freedom. 5. YOU: Return to Praise Holy Spirit, I thank you for moving in our lives and freeing us from the bondage of past and sin. I praise Your great Name! I thank you for Jesus, and I thank you for allowing me to be a part of what you are doing here and now. Bring glory to Your Name through our prayers. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 2 20

22 Monday, January 16 Who To Pray For: The Broken and Bound He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Action: 1. Pray for our own brokenness to be recognized and released. 2. Pray for eyes to see broken relationships. 3. Pray for hearts to minister to the discouraged, oppressed, and depressed. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

23 Tuesday, January 17 Why We Pray: Bondage Is a Spiritual Block But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the benefit you reap leads to holiness, and the result is eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:22-23 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36 Action: 1. Pray against the spirit of pride and put on surrender. 2. Pray against the spirit of offense and put on forgiveness. 3. Pray against the spirit of death and put on words of life. 4. Pray against the spirit of impurity and put on a clean heart. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 2 22

24 Wednesday, January 18 What To Pray For: Abundant Life The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 Action: 1. Pray against the lies of the enemy and for the mind of Christ to be had. 2. Pray for chains to be removed and for man to no longer be enslaved by sin. 3. Pray against the destruction of the enemy and for new life to be breathed. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

25 Thursday, January 19 When To Get Involved: Now My food, said Jesus, is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work. Don t you have a saying, It s still four months until harvest? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest. Even now the one who reaps draws a wage and harvests a crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may be glad together. John 4:34-36 Action: 1. Pray for a compassionate heart. 2. Pray for a heart to move at the prompting of the Holy Spirit. 3. Pray for the glory of God to be seen through freedom. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 2 24

26 Friday, January 20 When To Get Involved: Now Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples. Psalm 96:3 Action: 1. Pray for opportunity in our families. 2. Pray for opportunities in our workplace. 3. Pray for opportunities in our community. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

27 Saturday, January 21 How To Pray With Purpose: Bring Light To the Darkness/Take Back What the Enemy Has Stolen In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 David inquired of the Lord, Shall I pursue this raiding party? Will I overtake them? Pursue them, he answered. You will certainly overtake them and succeed in the rescue. David recovered everything the Amalekites had taken, including his two wives. Nothing was missing: young or old, boy or girl, plunder or anything else they had taken. David brought everything back. 1 Samuel 30:8, Action: 1. Pray for the light of Christ to expose darkness. 2. Pray for our own personal light to shine before men so they will glorify God. 3. Pray for courage to move from darkness to light. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 2 26

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30 Week 3 Week 3: Armor of God Preparing for Battle Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord s people. Ephesians 6:11-18

31 MODEL OF HEALING PRAYER 1. Praise and Thanksgiving God I thank you for your goodness and faithfulness. You are an amazing God who has poured out your Spirit upon this place. I acknowledge your presence. I thank you for the salvation that has come and, and praise you in advance for many other believers that will come to Jesus through me and this place. (Psalm 100:4) 2. Confirm Calling God you have commanded me (your disciple) to go and proclaim the good news, cast out demons, and heal the sick. In obedience, I have answered that call with a heart to please you and bring glory to your name. (Luke 10, Matthew 10:8) 3. Use Your Authority I now confirm and use the authority that you have given me through your Son, Jesus Christ. Your scripture says that I am to pray in His name. (John 14:13, John 15:16) 4. Speak to the Area of Need So In the Name of Jesus, I command all pain in body to be gone. I pray that any and all disease leave the body and ask that you restore to full health. Your scripture says that You make all things new. (Revelation 21:5) Please perform a creative miracle in body. We believe in your power and we lean into your supernatural healing, releasing our dependence upon ourselves and placing it on you. Use this miracle to bring glory to Your Name. 5. Return to Praise Father you are Jehovah Rapha, the promise keeping Healer! I praise Your great Name! I thank you for Jesus, and I thank you for allowing me to be a part of what you are doing here and now. Bring glory to Your Name through our prayers. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 3 30

32 Monday, January 23 Who To Pray For: Emotionally, Spiritually, Physically Sick Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. As you go, proclaim this message: The kingdom of heaven has come near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. Matthew 10:6-8 Action: 1. Pray for all barriers and hindrances to be removed and the area of need be revealed. 2. Pray for ready and receptive hearts 3. Pray for Jehovah-Rapha, our promise keeping healer to manifest His healing power in the area of need. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

33 Tuesday, January 24 Why To Pray: Sick Is Not Who We Are He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls. 1 Peter 2:24-25 Action: 1. Pray for the truth of the redemptive work of Christ to be accepted. 2. Pray for all areas of sickness to be taken to the cross. 3. Pray for the transforming life of Christ to be theirs. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 3 32

34 Wednesday, January 25 What To Pray: Healing Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole. [a] 14 He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. Galatians 3:13-14 But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him,and by his wounds we are healed. Isaiah 53:5 Action: 1. Pray for the healing presence of Jesus Christ to surround the hurt. 2. Pray for God the Father, and God the Holy Spirit to minister comfort and restore. 3. Pray for complete wholeness to be received as their eyes are fixed on Jesus. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

35 Thursday, January 26 When To Get Involved: In Every Available Opportunity Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19 Action: 1. Pray for opportunity in our homes. 2. Pray for opportunity in our workplace. 3. Pray for opportunity in our community. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 3 34

36 Friday, January 27 Where To See Opportunity: Every Place Your Eyes Glance And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord s people. Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should. Ephesians 6:19-20 Do not be afraid, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them. 17 Then Elisha prayed and said, O Lord, please open his eyes that he may see. So the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw, and behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. 2 Kings 6:16-17 Action: 1. Pray for our eyes to be opened. 2. Pray for spiritual clarity of sight. 3. Pray for boldness in healing prayer. Journal: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

37 Saturday, January 28 How To Pray With Purpose: Speak To The Disease And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord s people. Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should. Ephesians 6:18-20 Action: 1. Pray for God s Confidence in speech. 2. Pray to speak Gods Word in specifics to the disease. 3. Pray for the disease to yield to the blood of Christ and be uprooted. Journal: 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - WEEK 3 36

38 Appendix

39 Weapons of Warfare The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 The Name There is authority in the name of Jesus. [They] returned with joy and said, Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name. Luke 10:17 Prayers Father, Your Word says that no weapon formed against me shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Therefore I declare that no weapon formed against me prospers this day or any day to come in Jesus name. Your Word says that trouble will not arise a second time (Nahum 1:9). Therefore I declare that Satan cannot make trouble for me again, in this manner, as he did in the past in Jesus name. I declare all of these prayers accomplished and brought to pass by trusting you through faith and expectation in the name of Jesus. The Blood The shed blood of Jesus is the ultimate defeat of the enemy. They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony. Revelation 12:11 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 38

40 Prayers Lord Jesus, I confess to You all of my sins this day, yesterday and every day past. I repent and renounce them, those known and unknown, those of omission and commission, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do. I lay down at Your feet all of the sins of the flesh, the tongue, and of the heart, and all unholy thoughts and actions. Thank You, Lord, for shedding Your precious blood for me. This day and each and every day I ask for protection over my spouse; each of my children; our immediate family members, relatives, friends, and acquaintances; and lastly for myself. I also ask today for protection during all of our travels; for our provision, finances, possessions, health, safety, and welfare. I put all of these things under the covering of Your precious blood and declare that Satan cannot touch them, on this day or any day to come. The Word There is power in the Word of God. For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 Prayers I stand on Your Word. The enemy is driven out from before me, above me, around me, and below me; from my home, workplace, church and its ministries, children, and loved ones; from my works and labors, land, and my presence. I declare that he is not able to stand against me, and his works are taken captive and destroyed. No weapon formed against me will prosper, for the Spirit of the Lord shall raise a standard against them. I declare all of these things accomplished by Your Word. Jesus, my Lord, I give You thanksgiving, praise, glory, honor and worship for Your righteousness and holiness given to me by Your Word on my behalf DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

41 Warfare Prayers PROTECTION PRAYER (2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1, 10:3-5; Romans 12:1,2) Heavenly Father, I bow in worship and praise before You. I cover myself with the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ as my protection. I surrender myself completely and unreservedly in every area of my life to You. I take a stand against all the workings of Satan that would hinder me in my prayer life. I address myself only to the true and living God and refuse any involvement of Satan in my prayer. Satan, I command you in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, to leave my presence with all your demons. I bring the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ between us. I resist all the endeavors of Satan and his wicked spirits to rob me of the will of God. I choose to be transformed by the renewing of my mind. I pull down every thought that exalts itself against the knowledge of Christ and loose into myself a sound mind, the mind of Christ. GENERAL CONFESSION PRAYER (Romans 10:10; James 5:16; I John 1:7-9, 3:8) Lord Jesus Christ, I believe that You are the Son of God. You are the Messiah, come in the flesh to destroy the works of the devil. You died on the cross for my sins and rose again the third day from the dead. I now confess all my sins and repent. I ask You to forgive me and cleanse me now from all sin. Thank You for redeeming me, cleansing me, justifying me and sanctifying me in Your blood. FORGIVENESS PRAYER (Matthew 6:14, 15; Leviticus 19:18) Lord, I have a confession to make. I have not loved, but have resented certain people and have unforgiveness in my heart. I call upon You, Lord, to help me forgive them. I do now forgive (name them). I also forgive and accept myself in the name of Jesus Christ. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 40

42 PRIDE PRAYER (Proverbs 11:2, 16:18, 26:12; I Timothy 3:6) Father, I come to You in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, knowing that pride is an abomination to You. I renounce anything that would cause me to have pride in my heart in dealing with other people. I renounce these and turn away from them. I humble myself before You and come to You as a little child. (Study Proverbs 6: Also, remember that fasting is a means by which a person humbles himself before the Lord.) GENERATIONAL BONDAGE PRAYER (Exodus 20:4-6, 34:7; Numbers 14:18) In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I now renounce, break, and loose myself from all bondages or bonds of physical or mental illness upon me, my family or family line as the result of parents or any other ancestors. I thank You, Lord, for setting me free. I AM ACCEPTED I am God s child. John 1:12 I am Christ s friend. John 15:15 I have been justified. Romans 5:1 I have been bought with a price. I belong to God. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 I am a member of Christ s body. 1 Corinthians 12:27 I have been adopted as God s child. Ephesians 1:5 I have direct access to God through the Holy Spirit. Ephesians 2: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

43 I have been forgiven of all my sins. Colossians 1:14 I am complete in Christ. Colossians 2:10 I AM IMPORTANT I am the salt and light of the earth. Matthew 5:13-14 I am a branch of the true Vine, a channel of His life. John 15:1-5 I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. John 15:16 I am a personal witness of Christ. Acts 1:8 I am God s temple. 1 Corinthians 3:16 I am God s workmanship. Ephesians 2:10 I may approach God with freedom and confidence. Ephesians 3:12 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 42

44 I AM SAFE I am free forever from condemnation. Romans 8:1-2 I am assured that all things work together for good. Romans 8:28 I am free from any condemning charges against me. Romans 8:31-34 I cannot be separated from the love of God. Romans 8:35-39 I am confident that the good work that God has begun in me will be completed. Philippians 1:6 I am a citizen of Heaven. Philippians 3:20 I have not been given a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and of self-control. 2 Timothy 1:7 I can find grace and mercy to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16 I am born of God and the evil one cannot touch me. 1 John 5: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

45 The Lord s Prayer In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Matthew 6:9-13 (NKJV) Worship the name of God, corresponding with the benefits in the new covenant, and make your faith declarations: Name Meaning Benefit Jehovah Tsidkenu Jehovah M kaddesh Jehova Rapha Jehova Nissi Jehova Shalom Jehova Raah Jehova Shammah Jehova Jireh Our Righteousness Our Sanctifier Our Healer Our Banner of Victory Our Peace Our Shepherd The Lord is There Our Provider I am forgiven of all sin I am set apart for ministry I have health and healing I am secure and victorious I have peace and sanctuary I am led by the Holy Spirit I have God s presence and power I have success and provision 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 44

46 YOUR KINGDOM COME, YOUR WILL BE DONE A. Nation, State, County and City B. Church 1. Pastors 2. Group Leaders 3. Members of The Gathering Place Church 4. Vision of The Gathering Place Church 5. The Lost C. Your Family D. Yourself GIVE US TODAY, OUR DAILY BREAD A. Offer your request to God B. Ask God to bless every area of your life YOUR KINGDOM COME, YOUR WILL BE DONE A. Ask God to forgive you B. Forgive and release others C. Set your will to forgive those who sin against you DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

47 ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN. A. Ask God to forgive you B. Forgive and release others C. Set your will to forgive those who sin against you LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION, BUT DELIVER US FROM EVIL A. Put on the whole armor of God 1. Helmet of Salvation 2. Breastplate of Righteousness 3. Belt of Truth 4. Shoes of the Gospel of Peace 5. Shield of Faith 6. Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God B. Pray for God s protection in all areas of your life FOR YOURS IS THE KINGDOM, AND THE POWER, AND THE GLORY A. Make your faith declarations. B. Return to praise and worship 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 46

48 The Tabernacle Prayer The Tabernacle was the dwelling place of God where He chose to meet His people. Each element of the Tabernacle is a guide that helps us to connect with God and symbolizes God s provision for us. The diagram below shows the placement of the elements and how they serve to lead us into the presence of God. If my people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

49 Below is a description of how these elements allow us to connect to God as we enter into His presence. Brazen Altar The Cross 1. Salvation 2. Healing 3. Redemption from the curse 4. A new nature 5. Provision Laver Washing/Cleansing/Preparing 1. Repentance from any known sin 2. Offering our body 3. Offering our mind 4. The fruit of the Spirit - Galatians 5:22-23 Candlestick The Holy Spirit 1. The seven Spirits of the Lord - Isaiah 11:2 a. Spirit of the Lord b. Wisdom c. Understanding d. Counsel e. Might f. Knowledge g. Fear of the Lord 2. The gifts of the Spirit - 1 Corinthians 12:8-10 Table of Shewbread The Word 1. Fresh revelation of the Word Altar of Incense Worship 1. Worship the names of God Mercy Seat (Ark) Intercession Pray For: 1. My authority - spiritual, civil, family and workplace 2. My family 3. My church - pastor, small group, members and vision/mission 4. My city, nation and the world 5. My needs 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 48

50 The Armor of God Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power PUT ON THE ARMOR OF GOD Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then with the belt of truth buckled around your waist with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the Gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord s people. Ephesians 6: DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

51 The Armor of God Prayers The Helmet of Salvation Thank You, Lord, for my salvation. I receive it in a new and fresh way from You and I declare that nothing can separate me now from the love of Christ and the place I will have in Your kingdom. The Breastplate of Righteousness And yes, Lord, I wear Your righteousness today against all condemnation and corruption. Fit me with Your holiness and defend me from all assaults against my heart. The Belt of Truth Lord, I put on the belt of truth. I choose a lifestyle of honesty and integrity. Expose the lies I have believed, and show me the truths I need today. The Shoes of the Gospel of Peace I choose to live for the Gospel in every moment. Show me where You are working and lead me to it. Give me strength to walk daily with You. The Shield of Faith I believe that You are powerful against every lie and assault of the enemy. You have good in store for me. Nothing is coming today that can overcome me because You are with me. The Sword of the Spirit Holy Spirit, show me the truths of the Word of God that I will need to counter the traps of the enemy. Bring those Scriptures to mind today. Finally, Holy Spirit, I agree to walk in step with You in everything as my spirit communes with You in prayer throughout the day. 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 50

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53 10 MOM PRAYERS Vision I pray that I will have a clear vision of what I hope to accomplish as a mother, so that I may guide my family with purpose. Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he. - Proverbs 29:18 (KJV) Wisdom I pray for wisdom so that I may make good decisions as I parent my children. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. - James 1:5 Financial Responsibility I pray that will spend money wisely so that our family will not face the burden of debt. I pray that I will also be generous instead of greedy. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. - Timothy 6:10 Energy I pray for physical and mental energy to take care of my family s needs. Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. - Isaiah 40:31 Creativity I pray that my mind will be open to creative ways to play with, interact with, and guide my children. For we are God s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. - Ephesians 2:10 My Marriage I pray that I will lovingly care for my marriage so that it can be a source of joy and security for my family. Marriage should be honored by all - Hebrews 13:4 HOPE Self Control I pray, Lord, that you will help me control myself in all things so that I will be my best for my children. Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control. - Proverbs 25:28 A Kind Heart I Pray that my heart will overflow with kindness and that it will show in my words and actions. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. - Galatians 5:22 Patience I pray for patience that will help me hold my tongue, reduce my irritation, and lovingly let my children go at their own pace. Therefore, as God s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. - Colossians 3:12 I pray that I will always have hope in you, Lord, and that my hope will allow me to see solutions and opportunities even in the midst of challenge. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure - Hebrews 6:19

54 10 Things to Pray for My Husband 1. That he would be a Godly parent and train our children to love God. (Ephesians 6:4) 2. That he would be kind, tender, and able to forgive others. (Ephesians 4:31-32) 3. That his job and influence would be increased and blessed. (1 Chronicles 4:22) 4. That he would know and understand God s deep love. (Ephesians 3:15-19) 5. That He would be protected. (2 Thesselonians 3:3) 6. That he would not be fearful of anxious. (Isaiah 41:10) 7. That he would be courageous and brave. (1 Corinthians 16:13) 8. That he would have wisdom. (Psalm 119:66) 9. That he would be a man of faith. (1 Samuel 12:24) 10. That he would be a wise steward and a cheerful giver. (Proverbs 10:4, 1 Corinthians 9:7) DAYS OF PRAYER - THE GATHERING PLACE CHURCH

55 10 Things to Pray for My Wife 1. God, be her God her all-satisfying treasure and all. Make her jealous for your exclusive surpremacy in all her affections (Psalm 73:24-25) 2. Increase her faith give her a rock-solid confidence that your incomparable power is only always wielded for her absolute good in Christ (Romans 8:28-30) 3. Intensify her joy a joy in you that abandons all riches of your grace in Jesus and that says firmly, clearly, gladly: I ll go anywhere and do anything if you are there. (Exodus 33:14-15) 4. Soften her heart rescue her from cynicism and make her tender to your presence in the most complicated details and a multitude of other needs you ve called her to meet (Hebrews 1:3) 5. Make her cherish your church build relationships into her life that challenge and encourage her to walk in step with the truth of the gospel, and cause her to love corporate gatherings, the Lord s Table, and the everyday life of the body (Mark 3:35). 6. Give her wisdom make her see dimsensions of reality that would overlook and accompany her vision with a gentle, quiet spirit that feels safe and celebrated (1 Peter 3:4) 7. Sustain her health continue to speak your gift of health and keep us from presumption; it is by blood-bought grace (Psalm 139:14) 8. Multiply her influence encourage and deepen the impact she has on our children. Give her sweet glimpses of its fruit. Pour her out in love for our neighbors and spark creative ways to engage them for Jesus s sake (John 12:24) 9. Make her hear your voice to read the Bible and accept it as it really is, your word...your very word to her where she lives, full of grace and power and everything she needs pertaining to life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3) 10. Overcome her with Jesus that she is united to him, that she is a new creature in him, and that she is your daughter in him...no longer in Adam and dead to sin; now in Christ and alive to you, forever (Romans 6:11) 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 54

56 1 0 W A Y S T O Pray For your Marriage Pray for Love I pray that and I would love with patience and kindness. Pray for Humility I pray that and I would not envy or boast or assert ourselves with pride. Pray for Selflessness I pray that and I would not dishonor each other, become self-seeking or easily angered. Pray for Forgiveness I pray that and I would keep no record of wrongs and that we would rejoice with the truth. Pray for Hope I pray that and I would always protect, always trust, always hope and always persevere. Pray for Protection I pray that and I will honor our marriage and each other through faithfulness and purity. Pray for Passion I pray that and I will always see each other as beautiful and pleasing and that we would find delight in each other. Pray for Balance I pray that will love me as he loves himself, and that I will respect him. Pray for Faith I pray that and I would live our lives in Christ, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in faith, and overflowing with thankfulness. Pray for Perseverance I pray that and I would consider it pure joy whenever we face trials of any kind, because we know that the testing or our faith produces perseverance. See hundreds of FREE printables on Family First. All Rights Reserved. Family First and imom are registered trademarks.

57 1 0 W A Y S T O Pray For your Teen Pray for a Love for God. I pray that would be rooted and established in love for God. I pray that would grasp how wide and long and high and deep Your love is for him/her. Pray for Friendships I pray that will seek out friends who love You with a pure heart and have a desire to flee from the temptations of youth. I pray that, as friends, they would have nothing to do with foolish arguments and gossip, because they know those produce quarrels. Pray for Honesty I pray that You will give the strength to resist lying, and the desire to speak the truth in all situations. Pray for Protection from Drinking, Drugs, Pornography Place a hedge of protection around. Keep alert and of sober mind. Help him/ her to withstand temptation of all kinds including alcohol, drugs, and pornography. Pray for Purity I pray for to flee the temptations of sexual pleasure. I pray that will honor God with his/her body. Pray for Safety I pray that You will not let foot slip; watch over him/her by day and by night. Keep from harm; watch over his/her life. Pray for Selfless Humility I pray that will do nothing out of selfish ambition, but in humility value others above himself/herself not looking to his/her own interests but to the interests of others. Pray for Contentment I pray that will keep his/her life free from the love of money and be content with what he/she has. Pray for Their Marriage I pray that when falls in love and marries, that you will give him/her a love that is patient and kind, always protects, trusts, hopes and perseveres. I pray that his/her love will not be easily angered or keep a record of wrongs. Pray for a Future I pray that You will do immeasurably more in s life now, and in the future, than we could ever ask or imagine. See hundreds of FREE printables on Family First. All Rights Reserved. Family First and imom are registered trademarks.

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59 Praying For The Lost 1. Pray that the Father would draw them to Jesus. John 6:44 2. Bind the spirit that blinds their minds. 2 Corinthians 4:4 3. Loose the spirit of adoption (sonship). Romans 8:15 4. Pray that believers will cross their paths and enter into positive relationships with them Romans 8:35-39 Loose the spirit of wisdom and revelation on them so they may know God better. Ephesians 1:17 21 DAYS OF PRAYER - APPENDIX 58

60 1 0 W A Y S T O Pray For your Child Pray for Faith I pray that will love the Lord with all of their heart, soul and mind and that they would love their neighbor as themselves. Pray for Growth I pray that would grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man. Pray for Friendships I pray that you will surround with companions of character friends that love at all times, even through adversity. Pray for a Future I pray that you would give a plan for a future of hope and prosperity. Pray for Character I pray that you would teach to be loving, joyful, peaceful, patient, kind, good, gentle, faithful, and self-controlled. Pray for Safety I pray that you will protect from harm and disaster. I pray that you will command your angels to guard in all his/her ways. Pray for Joy and Peace I pray that the light of Your face would shine down on and fill his/her heart with joy. I pray that would lie down and sleep in peace. Pray for Strength Against Temptation I pray for to be alert and discerning, able to resist temptation, standing firm and confident in his/her faith. Pray for Humility I pray that will be humble and listen to his/her parents, teachers and coaches. Keep him/her from rebellious thoughts and ways. Pray for a Heart of Service I pray for to be motivated to serve and work wholeheartedly as if he/she was serving and working for You. See hundreds of FREE printables on Family First. All Rights Reserved. Family First and imom are registered trademarks.