Dear precious, praying friends, I write this on the “tail” of returning from the National Prayer Summit last week in Kentucky. I want to encourage you, as we come to the end of another month, that God is moving. I know that some days we all get very battle-weary. Before I had the privilege of speaking to our Nation last week, I asked the Lord for a “word.” All I heard Him say was, “Tell my people that I know that they are battle-weary.” I think that sometimes we are afraid to pour out our hearts to God because we fear it is a lack of faith. But He tells us in Psalm 62:8 that we are to pour out our hearts to Him, not in bitterness or complaint, but in need. And YES, we all are in need! But He is our God who knows our needs and He cares. This week, we will continue in Isaiah 43:18-19 each day and also will pray through Psalm 92. Keep praying, friends, SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING! Have a blessed week! Gina
Monday, September 25, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 1-3
Prayer Pointer/Promises: Ready for good news? Through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, God has rendered the fight we face as His fight too. Because of Jesus, every fight has been ultimately won. Victory? It’s already yours. It’s already mine. ~Jennie Allen in Get Out of Your Head
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, it is GOOD to come to You today as a worshipper. I know that You don’t need my worship but You invite me to worship so that I can encounter Your character. You are a GOOD, GOOD God! Help me, Holy Spirit, to be a PROCLAIMER of the goodness of God everywhere I walk today. (if you are a singer, consider offering praise in a song and of course, add your own prayers!) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!
Think/journal/apply: Look more closely at today’s scripture, Psalm 92:1-3 asking the Holy Spirit to instruct you and to convict you. Write a prayer in response.
As you have time: Worship Song for Today: O Most High
Tuesday, September 26, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 4-6
Prayer Pointer/Promises: Our moods may shift, but God’s doesn’t. Our minds may change, but God’s doesn’t. Our devotion may falter, but God’s never does. Even if we are faithless, he is faithful, for he cannot betray himself. He is a sure God. ~Max Lucado
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You have done so much for me and I say “THANK YOU!” How GREAT are Your works, O Lord! Holy Spirit, I ask You to cause a song of praise to “erupt” in my heart today! Bring a greater revelation of the profound thoughts of my God! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!
Think/journal/apply: Look more closely at today’s scripture, Psalm 92:4-6 asking the Holy Spirit to instruct you and to convict you. Write a prayer in response.
As you have time: Listen to Goodness and Mercy by Max Lucado (1 minute)
Wednesday, September 27, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 7-9
Prayer Pointer/Promises: When the Lord Jesus was living upon earth, His great work was to overcome Satan. When at His baptism He was filled with the Spirit, this fullness of the Spirit brought him into contact with Satan as head of the world of evil spirits, to combat him and to overcome him (Matt. 4:1,10) ~Andrew Murray
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to remember that people are not my enemy. You came to overcome satan, our enemy and to save the world from his hold. Help me to walk in the authority of Your Cross, knowing that I have Your “backing” as I pray in Your Name. In the midst of the battles of this world, help me to exalt You as King of Kings and Lord of Lords! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!
Think/journal/apply: How has God helped you overcome spiritual battles in the past?
As you have time: Pray a spiritual warfare prayer: Strengthen my faith, Lord. Forgive my sins, so that I may be clean in your righteousness. Make me brave, so I can stand and fight the spiritual battles in my life and in our world. Give me your wisdom and discernment so I won’t be caught off guard. Together, Lord, we’ll win, because in truth, you already have. While evil still roams, the power of Your name and Your blood rises up to defeat and bring us victory against every evil planned against us. While malicious actions may disturb us, we use the armor of God You have given us to stand firm. You will bring justice in due time for all the harm and needless violence aimed at Your children. Until then, we remain in Your presence, aligned with Your purposes, and we look to You as our Supreme Commander and Protector. Help us to avoid temptation, and deliver us from evil, Lord. You are the Mighty One, the One Who will ultimately bring all evil to light. With You, Jesus, we are safe. Amen.
Thursday, September 28, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 10-12
Prayer Pointer/Promises: “Each morning bend your heads, ye priests of the Most High, for the fresh anointing for the new ministries that await you. The former grace and strength will not suffice; old texts must be rejuvenated and reminted; old vows must be re-spoken; the infilling of the Holy Spirit must be as vivid, and may be as definite, as at the first.” (Meyer)
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I receive the fresh anointing of Your Holy Spirit today. Thank You for causing me to “flourish” for Your Kingdom’s purposes today. In the midst of the spiritual battles surrounding me, help me to keep my eyes on You. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!
Think/journal/apply: Am I relying on the fresh anointing of God’s Spirit daily?
As you have time: Worship Song for Today: Fill My Cup, Lord
Friday, September 29, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 13-15
Prayer Pointer/Promises: How are we able to do the kind of works Jesus did? Jesus anticipated this question and addressed it: “I am going to the Father. And I will do whatever you ask in my name so that the Son may bring glory to the Father.” He was saying, “I will be on the throne. You will be on earth. What you ask in my name I will do. That’s how my work will continue.” ~Alvin Vandergriend in The Joy of Prayer
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, teach me what it means to be truly “planted” in Your House. I desire to flourish until the day You take me to Heaven. I want to be about my Father’s business every day while I’m here. Help me to ask in Your Name for Your Kingdom to come and Your will be done. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!
Think/journal/apply: What does it mean to you to be “planted in the house of the Lord?”
As you have time: 10 Verses about God’s People Planted
Saturday, September 30, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92
Take some time today to rest and review. You don’t always have to be “doing”. Sometimes God just wants you to “be”. If you are able read Psalm 92 again slowly allowing Holy Spirit to inspire more prayer.
New Bible/prayer prompts for October will be posted at midnight on Sunday, October 1, 2023.
Rhythms of Grace 