Dear Praying Friends~ As we finish this last few days before Holy Week, things in the world feel heavy and difficult. Today, I chose to worship God, not because of what He can do for me, but because He is God and He is worthy of my worship and praise. So often, I think we look to God for what He can do for us. It is important for us to remember what He has already done. So much! I invite you to join me as we continue this month’s theme: “SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES!” We will continue with this theme until we come to the end of our Lent prayer calendar.
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
Thursday, March 21, 2024: Read Deuteronomy 31:6 Praying for FIRST RESPONDERS.
Prayer Pointer: Pray without ceasing! (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord God, thank You for the courageous men and women in our city and our world that You have called to serve, protect, and save us from difficult and dangerous circumstances. May many first responders follow Christ. We thank You for their sacrifices and service. We thank You for their hard work in preparing and training. We ask for a special blessing and hand of protection upon their lives. We ask that You envelop their hearts, souls, and mind with Your mighty hand. ~Crosswalk.com (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES among FIRST RESPONDERS.
Think/Journal/Apply: Consider writing a thank you card to a local first responder agency, ie Fire Department, Sheriff’s office, police department. Let them know that you prayed for them.
As You Have Time: Simple Insights: Support First Responders
Friday, March 22, 2024: Read Psalm 34:18 Praying for THE LONELY.
Prayer Pointer: Regardless of what problems you face or how inadequate you might feel in any given situation…you must surrender it in prayer to God. Ask Him to give you strength to handle the situation. ~Max Lucado
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray for the lonely in our city and world. Help them to turn to You. You tell us that You are near to the broken-hearted. Let them feel Your closeness and turn to You. May many who are lonely follow Christ. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES among the THE LONELY.
Think/Journal/Apply: If you know someone in assisted living, consider paying them a visit or sending them a card.
As you have time: Worship Song for Today: The Lord is Close
Saturday, March 23, 2024 : Read 1 Thessalonians 2:13 Praying for CAMPUS MINISTRIES.
Prayer Pointer: Hand your problems over to God in prayer today and wait on Him in faith. ~Max Lucado
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray for campus ministries all over the world. I pray that You will use them to share the gospel in relevant ways on the campuses that they serve. Father, bring students together who love You to create a Christian community on their campus. Use them as vessels of Your love to each person they meet. We pray for every student to know Your gift of salvation. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE MAKE DISCIPLES among CAMPUS MINISTRIES.
Think/Journal/Apply: Prayer walk or drive to a college campus near you.
As you have time: Continue in prayer: 4 Ways You Can Pray for College Campuses
Sunday, March 24, 2024: Sabbath
I encourage you to take time this weekend to rest and to gather in prayer and fellowship with others.
Thank you for praying with us as we continue in March 2024.
Next week is Holy Week 2024. We will be revisiting some of the prayer prompts from Lent 2024.
Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted at midnight on Monday, March 25, 2024.
Lent 2024-Praying for Our City Prayer guide if available here.
Rhythms of Grace 