Dear Praying Friends~ I am writing this on “Leap Day” 2024. Will this be a year when the Lord will ask us to take a “leap” of faith? I will certainly be praying about this and asking Him what He wants me to do. As we “march” into March, let’s keep praying and let’s keep praising! He is Lord and He is coming again someday. Until that day, I want to stand ready to share my faith with those who don’t know Him. God bless you as we continue in prayer. This month’s theme will continue as “SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES!” as we continue to pray through our Lent calendar. I hope you will join me and others in prayer in March.
Lent 2024 began on Ash Wednesday, February 14. During this season, these posts will be focused on praying to make disciples in every area of our cities’ cultures. We have the entire prayer guide that is downloadable here.
Mark Your Calendar…Thursday, May 2, 2024 is the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer Task Force is the Christian expression of the day. Many prayer gatherings will be planned. To find a prayer event near you, check out our event finder here.
Let’s pray on, Saints! ~Gina
Friday, March 1, 2024: Read Zechariah 8:16 Praying for NEWS AND MEDIA.
Prayer Pointer: We encourage you to make our nation’s journalists a subject of prayer. Ask the Lord to provide the television, radio and print mediums with staff members and executives who are committed to accuracy and integrity. We must also remember to intercede on behalf of the actors, musicians and athletes our young people seek to emulate. Pray that more of Hollywood’s celebrities will be worthy of our respect and admiration. And as you watch your favorite sport, ask the Lord to strengthen and embolden any Christians on the team or coaching staff. Nothing is too difficult for God and though the industry often seems unprincipled, we know the Lord is able to use the media to accomplish His purposes. ~The National Day of Prayer Task Force
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray for the NEWS AND MEDIA in our city and in the world. I pray that many journalists and celebrities will follow Christ. Touch them, reach them! Show them that You are the One Who can satisfy their deep desires for significance and belonging. Help them to be strong and courageous in settings that can often be hostile or cynical toward matters of faith. I pray that the truth will be proclaimed in the news media across our land. Break through the spiritual forces that hold our media in bondage. Strengthen the “voice” of Christian media. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES among those who work in News and Media.
Think/Journal/Apply: Consider prayer walking or driving to a media source in your city and praying for those who work there.
As You Have Time: Worship Song for Today: God Help Me
Saturday, March 2, 2024: Read Psalm 10:17-18 Praying for ORPHANS.
Prayer Pointer: “True prayer is neither a mere mental exercise nor a vocal performance. It is far deeper than that – it is spiritual transaction with the Creator of Heaven and Earth.” – Charles Spurgeon
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray for the ORPHANS in our city and in our world. Help many orphans follow Jesus. Please surround them with loving support systems to help them as they navigate difficulties in this world. Bless the ministries that share Your gospel with the orphans. Provide good, Christian foster care for children who cannot be with their families and those who have no families. Bring the finances needed to provide care. Move Christian families to provide “forever homes” for orphans. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES among the ORPHANS.
As you have time: Worship Song for Today: Glory to the King
Sunday, March 3, 2024: Take some time for Sabbath
I encourage you to take time this weekend to gather corporately for prayer and worship.
Thank you for praying with us as we begin March 2024.
Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted at midnight on Monday, March 4, 2024.
Lent 2024-Praying for Our City Prayer guide if available here.
Rhythms of Grace 