Missionaries Prayer Requests

Prayer of safety

I urge you, brothers,
by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit,
to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me.
Pray that I may be rescued from the unbelievers in Judea
and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there,
so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed.
The God of peace be with you all.
Amen
- Romans 15:30-33

To be a man of courage

Pray also for me,
that whenever I open my mouth,
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


Not to be intimidated
Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul.
Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell.
- Matthew 10:28

Opportunities for ministry

And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message,
so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ,
for which I am in chains.
Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should.
Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders;
make the most of every opportunity.
- Colossians 4:3-5

Effectiveness as I preach and witness
Finally, brothers, pray for us that the message of the Lord
may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you.
- II Thessalonians 3:1

Deliverance from wicked men

And pray that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men,
for not everyone has faith.
- II Thessalonians 3:2"

Filled with the knowledge of his will
For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding;
 ¹⁰That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God;
 ¹¹Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and long-suffering with joyfulness;
 ¹²Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:
 ¹³Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:
 ¹⁴In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
 - Colossians 1:9-14

John 8 : Jews vs Jesus - Who knows the father ?

NEW ADVENT BIBLE: John 8: 48-59

The Jews therefore answered and said to him (Jesus Christ):
       
            Do not we say well that you are a Samaritan and have a devil?

Jesus answered:
          I have not a devil:
          but I honour my Father.
          And you have dishonoured me.
          But I seek not my own glory: there is one that seeks and judges.
        
         Amen, amen, I say to you:
         If any man keep my word,
         he shall not see death for ever. {Assertion}

The Jews therefore said: {Counter-argument}

           Now we know that you have a devil.
          Abraham is dead, and the prophets:
          and you say:
          If any man keep my word, he shall not taste death for ever.


         Are you greater than our father Abraham who is dead? {Exhibit/ Evidence}
         And the prophets are dead. Whom do you make yourself?

 Jesus answered:
    
    If I glorify myself,
    my glory is nothing.
    It is my Father that glorifies me,
    of whom you say that he is your God.
    And you have not known him: {Assertion}
    but I know him.

    And if I shall say that I know him not,
    I shall be like to you, a liar.
    But I do know him
    and do keep his word. {conclusion}

     Abraham your father rejoiced that he might see my day:
     he saw it and was glad.

The Jews therefore said to him:

       You are not yet fifty years old.
       And you have seen Abraham?
      
Jesus said to them:

        Amen, amen, I say to you, before Abraham was made, I AM.

 59 They took up stones therefore to cast at him.
       But Jesus hid himself and went out of the temple."

Psalm 23 with Perspective

The Lord is my Shepherd
= That's Relationship!




I shall not want
= That's Supply!




He makes me to lie down in green pastures
= That's Rest!



He leads me beside the still waters
= That's Refreshment!



He restores my soul
= That's Healing!


He leads me in the paths of righteousness
= That's Guidance!


For His name sake
= That's Purpose!



Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
= That's Testing!



I will fear no evil
= That's Protection!




For you (Lord) are with me
= That's Faithfulness!




Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me
= That's Discipline!



You (Lord) prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies
= That's Hope!




You (Lord) anoint my head with oil
= That's Consecration!



My cup runneth over
= That's Abundance!



Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life
= That's Blessing!


And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
= That's Security!



Forever = That's Eternity!



' Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps
if you are not willing to move your Feet'


culled from mail started by KJStafford at windstream dot net

God , worthy of praise

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tblhqgHfVrI

Give Me Jesus

In the morning, when I rise
In the morning, when I rise, give me Jesus

Give me Jesus,
Give me Jesus,
You can have all this world,
But give me Jesus

When I am alone
When I am alone
When I am alone, give me Jesus

Give me Jesus,
Give me Jesus,
You can have all this world,
But give me Jesus

When I come to die
When I come to die
When I come to die, give me Jesus

Give me Jesus,
Give me Jesus,
You can have all this world,

See Original video @
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1O_Jf_fdkI

The Comfort Zone

Oh my soul, rest a while
for you have made a pile
who better deserves a spoil
than you, after years of toil

Let loose all reins
live unfettered, open in the rains
glow and glitter
like the sparkles of a thousand gems

Like a snowflake in a bright ray
I dazzle and allure every casual onlooker
but it dawned on me by mid-day
that I am thawing, and shortly will be gone from here

At my best, I might peak
My safest comfort zone, time will melt
I need redemption, eternal that is never bleak
At last, to rejoice and my soul to be at rest

John Donne said," Death thou shall die"
But Christ said, "I am the way"
Will you pray to God through Jesus Christ today ?
So that in hell you will not lie

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On Holy Ground

Mark 4:26-29

I need to lay out a couple of things as premise that I sincerely hope will be helpful in the understanding of this scripture.

Please read every scripture -from the Holy Bible - I cited for context not just the specific verse I mentioned.

I pray to my God who is able to do exceedingly , abundantly , above that we can ask or think to fill you with the fullness of the understanding of his mystery to His glory. Amen.

Gen 2:7
A human being is a composition of
--> 1. body- to relate with nature , feelings and observations
--> 2. spirit - the form of God that can relate with God
But the body is animated by the spirit and we have a bridge called -mind or soul which has emotions {from body feelings}, reasoning {observation distilled into abstract forms i.e experience = facts + decisions}.


Jesus' parables regarding seeds almost always referred to the word of God that the body will pass through to the spirit - through the use of hearing (Romans 10:17), reading(2 Timothy 2:14).

The spirit is transformed (John 3:3-8) by the power {Greek is dunamis} in the word IF not filtered by the mind (Romans 12:1-2). So salvation is not automatic but guaranteed to whoever will believe the word !

The harvest is the effective working power (Ephesian 3) that transforms the spirit to be born-again (John 3:3-8 ; 2 Corinthians 5:17)...BUT the body will now need to be ruled by the spirit unlike before that experience feeds the spirit- For the just shall live by faith.(See also Romans 6:12-13 -- Emphasis on DO NOT LET...)


Now my understanding of the parable in Mark 4:26-29
3 things he(Jesus) highlighted,
Seed grows, yields and harvested - without the knowledge of the man !
--> The word permeates the mind,
transforms the mind's reasoning ,sometimes slowly i.e one thing at a time - subconsciously- he does not know how
and leads to decision of salvation (harvest).
Luke 10:2 - The harvest is plentiful but few laborers ...
John 4:35-37 ;

Paul's Revelation - Ephesians 3

Promise Statement
--> Whosoever believe in God will not perish i.e have eternal life

Plan of God
Gentiles/non-jews should be
1. fellow-hiers of God
2. Partakers of God's promise in Christ through gospel

Assignment
1. Became a minister [Greek: Diakonos - an errand boy/one who executes commands of other)
by virtue of gift of the grace of God -- effective working of His power

Goal: (to)
1. preach unsearchable riches of Christ
2. make all see the the fellowship/dispensation of mysteries hidden in God

Reason/intent: (so that)
now manifold wisdom of God be known
- by church
--> to the
1. principalities [Greek: arche -- person that commences/the active cause] and
2. powers [Greek: exousia -- authority/jurisdiction] in heavenlies

Precedence
eternal purpose has been accomplished in Christ

Corollary
We have
1. boldness and
2. confidence through faith in Christ

Admonishing
Do not lose heart/faint at my tribulation/imprisonment and immediate troubles

Submission (by virtue of the above)
I bow my knees to the father (connect all things in heaven and earth) of our Lord Jesus
I pray to God
--- > a) for you to be
-----------> 1. Strengthened with might in the inner man
--> through His Spirit
--- > b) that Christ may dwell in your hearts -(a place of passion)
--> through/by faith
--- > c) that you may be able to
comprehend [Greek: Katalambano -to lay hold of as to make one's own/possess]
- width/breadth, length, depth and height
-- the love of God that passes knowledge [Greek: gnosis --intelligence,understanding]
being rooted and grounded in love
--- > d) that you may be filled with all fullness of God


Surrender
Now, to Him who is able to do
-- > exceedingly
-- > abundantly
-- > above all
- that we can
- ask or think
according to the power [Greek: dunamis -- inherent ability residing in a thing by virtue of its nature]
that work in us

to Him be glory
--> in the church
by Christ Jesus
to all generations , forever and ever, Amen.

Prayer Guide for your church

Use this prayer guide to pray daily for your church. Take one point each day of every month, and as you grow more in your discipline of prayer, double up by taking two or more.

First, praise God and thank Him for His blessings and goodness in all He has bestowed, even if you do not feel or see them. Remember your walk with Christ is all about Him working in and through us so your faith and love flourishes!

Day 1. Pray that we realize that our inheritance and hope as a church family is in God’s incomparable and incredible great power which is available to us (Gal. 1:12; Eph. 1:18-19; Phil. 3:10).

Day 2. Pray that our Church, Leadership and Pastoral Staff becomes more surrendered and poured out to Christ, so they can have spiritual breakthroughs by seeking the fear of God and the mind of Christ and the Spirit’s leading (1 Cor. 2:16; Gal. 2:20-21).

Day 3. Pray that your Church and Pastor have and continue to take hold a growing, consistent walk with Christ with a devotional life and prayer that is steadfast. Pray that they realize and allow Christ to work and use them as they grow closer in their faith, spiritual formation, maturity and love (Psalm 16:8-11; 73:28; Rom. 8:31; 2 Pet. 1:5-7).

Day 4. Pray that all of the leadership exhibit good Christian character and integrity with all of their relationships and dealings in life (Micah 6:8).

Day 5. Pray that your Church leaders and Pastors families will be cared for and respected and receive good consideration, so they can to grow too, as they are usually misunderstood, under-appreciated, and ignored or overworked. Pray that all the staff be committed to their families with authentic love and care, that they will be strong and learn in the midst of trials, their homes a refuge and haven of rest and not be condescending or withdrawing from their own families (Psalm 91:9-15; Phil. 4:19; 1 Peter 2:23).

Day 6. Pray for discernment in exposing any plans of the enemy against our Church or attacking our pastors and staff. Ask Christ to protect us as we wage spiritual warfare against the enemy on behalf of our Church (Eph. 6:11-12, 16; Col. 2:6-8; 1 Pet. 3:12).

Day 7. Pray for an increase of vitality, renewal and vision that is from God for the pastors and leaders personally and collectively so that the church can be galvanized then take a hold of, and then be revitalized as a caring committed community for His Kingdom and purpose (Isa. 61:3; Rom. 12).

Day 8. Pray for the willingness and ability to authentically confess and repent of any wrong doing, false dependencies, misplaced ideas and loss of spiritual passion (Luke 13:1-3; Acts 2:38-39; Rev. 2:5-6).

Day 9. Pray that you and your church commits to follow the biblical mandate to support and encourage the leadership of the church (Eph. 4:11-13; 1 Tim. 5:17-18; 1 Pet. 5:1-2).

Day 10.Pray against gossip, negative criticism, false expectations, unhealthy burdens, strife and weariness that will seek to invade our church family (Psalm 91:5-6, 11; Luke 10:19; Eph. 4: 17, 32-5:1).

Day 11.Pray that your church be a community of grace and forgiveness. That your church has an atmosphere of encouragement by being grateful for Christ’s work in them that enables the congregation to be inspired to give genuine hospitality to all who comes though your doors (Rom. 15:4-6; 2 Thess. 2:16-17).

Day 12.Pray that your church commits to a healthy understanding, wisdom and accounting and handling of its stewardship and Finances to better receive God’s blessings (Prov. 3:9-10; 1 Cor. 9:15-18).

Day 13.Pray that your Church and Pastor will have the strength and endurance that they need to serve with excellence by the power of the Spirit and the support of the congregation (Philippians 4:13).

Day 14.Pray for healing, forgiveness and reconciliation for any misplaced expectations, criticism, ungrateful attitudes, flawed thinking, grief, hurts, and abuse (Isa. 61:3; Mark 11:22-24, 2 Cor. 10:3-5; Eph. 4:32-5:1; Phil. 4:19).

Day 15.Pray that your church would receive God’s direction and vision. That the congregation gets nourished from the substance of His Word and the needs of the congregation are met (Psalm 119:9-12; Matt. 18:20).

Day 16.Pray that our church becomes real authentic disciples of Christ who are learning, growing and making Fruit and in turn making more disciples (Prov. 19:23; Mal. 3:11; Matt. 28:18-20; John. 15:16; Gal. 5:22-23)

Day 17.Pray that the spirit and practice of Humility is utilized and practiced in and outside of your church, and that false humility does not take root (1 Pet. 5:5-7).

Day 18.Pray that pride does not set in with our Leadership and Pastoral Staff (Psalm 10:4; Prov. 8:13).

Day 19.Pray that our church commits to place our focus on the Supremacy of Christ and be dependant upon Him (Gal. 6:14; Col. 1: 15-17)!

Day 20.Pray that our Church and Pastor give real biblical help and Counseling from God’s wisdom and Word to those in need (Isaiah 61:3).

Day 21.Pray that our church family will give Christ real authentic adoration, praise, impassioned worship and glory in private and collectively as a Church. That worship is never to be a show, entertainment or talent focused, rather God is the audience to our praise (Gal. 6:14).

Day 22.Pray that our Church and Pastor take accountability seriously and each be protected and have people they are accountable too. Also, that each would cultivate and pursue healthy relationships (Gal. 6: 1-10; Eph. 5:21).

Day 23.Pray that the Word of God will never be compromised, cheapened or dumped down; rather be delivered in confidence with power, conviction, clarity, boldness, with love and in truth (Acts 6:4; Col. 1:28; 1 Tim. 2:1-2; 2 Tim. 2:15).

Day 24.Pray for discernment to seek God’s leading and direction for the leaders and pastoral staff, that they seek His ways and not trends, traditions, personal agendas or anything that is not from the Spirit and Word. Pray that they can discern and prioritize what is important and precious and what is not (Isa. 6; 2 Cor. 11:14; 2 Tim. 3:5; 1 John. 4:1; Rev. 4).

Day 25.Pray that God protects our Church, Leadership and Pastoral Staff from sin and misdirection and they have the wiliness and boldness to flee and confront sin (Prov. 19:23; 1 Pet. 1:16).

Day 26.Pray we all draw near to Christ and seek holiness and His presence with more prayer (Acts 1:14; 1 Thess. 5:17; Jas. 4:7-8).

Day 27.Pray that we as a church family remain faithful and good stewards, so the financial needs are met (Psalm. 91:15-16; Phil. 4:19).

Day 28.Pray that negative thinking, stress, being overwhelmed, the ways of the world, the tyranny of the urgent, being overcommitted, over busyness, fatigue, compromise, pressures, overworked, under-appreciated, misunderstandings, and stress to not get in our Spiritual Home and take over (John 14:1; Acts 6:2-4; 2 Cor. 10:3-5; Eph. 4:17).

Day 29.Pray that Unity infuses your church so that your congregation is binding to Christ in love so the work of the Kingdom is promoted (2 Chron. 30:12; Psalm 133:1; Rom. 15:5).

Day 30.Pray that congregation is willing and able to come and support the church and staff with grateful hands and words. That you all realize that the pastors and leadership are necessary and called and accountable to God (Matt. 9:37; Acts 14; 1 Tim. 3:1-7, 10-15; 5:22-23).

Day 31.Pray that our church community commits to pray for our church, pastors, staff, missionaries, those in need, community and issues powerfully every day (Acts 1:14; 16:16; 1 Thess. 5:17).





Reference : © 1989, 2005 Dr. R.J. Krejcir Into Thy Word Ministries www.intothyword.org

Let it Rain - By Andy Park

Verse 1
G    D/F#     C/E     G
I am dry and thirsty Lord
          D   C           G    C/D
Send you rain, send your rain
G      D/F#      C/E     G
Lord I need your touch again
           D   C           G       
Send your rain, send your rain

Chorus 1
         D  C                   G
Let it rain, let it pour from Heaven
         D  C              G 
Let it rain, to revive my soul
              D     C
I need your rain
               Em    D      C
I need your streams of refreshing
Am7      C/D        G   Bm7     Am7    C/D
Until I thirst no more


Verse 2: Same Chords as First Verse
Lord I need your cleansing now
Send your rain, send your rain
Please forgive my every sin
Send your rain, send your rain

Chorus 1

Verse 3: Same Chords as First Verse
To this dry and thirsty land 
Send your rain, send your rain
Lord we need your touch again
Send your rain, send your rain

Chorus 2
         D  C                   G
Let it rain, all across this nation
         D  C             G 
Let it rain, let revival roll
              D     C
We need your rain
               Em     D      C
We need your streams of refreshing
Am7      C/D        G   Bm7     Am7    C/D
For every thirsty soul

Pray to know God

Pray for knowledge for every member, worker, leader in the assembly of God
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# Desire for (1 Kings 3:9; Psalms 119:66; Proverbs 2;;12:1;15:14;18:15)
# A divine gift (1 Corinthians 12:8)
# Is pleasant (Proverbs 2:10)
# The fear (reverence) of the Lord is the beginning of (Proverbs 1:7)
# Of more value than gold (Proverbs 8:10)
# The priest's lips should keep (Malachi 2:7)
# Of salvation (Luke 1:77)
# Key of (Luke 11:52)
# "Now we know in part" (1 Corinthians 13:9-12)
# Of God more than burnt offering (Hosea 6:6)
# Of Christ (Philippians 3:8)