Dear Praying Friends! As I write this, the weather here in Laramie, Wyoming is turbulent. The changing of the seasons as we move from winter to spring in the Rockies usually features some intense, high winds. This reminds me that the spiritual changes of seasons can also be turbulent. As we continue in prayer this week, let’s focus on Who God is and whose we are in Christ! And let’s keep praying, Show us Your Glory, Lord…as we steward Your gifts! Pray on, saints!~ Gina
Announcement: National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2, 2024. Prayer gatherings will be held nationwide. I encourage you to find a group to pray with or to take some moments on the day to pray individually. May His Kingdom come and His will be done in the USA and the world! To find resources and events, go here.
Monday, April 8, 2024: Read 1 Samuel 16:7 & Ephesians 2:10
Prayer Pointer: Being consumed by what people think of you is the fastest way to forget what God thinks of you. ~Craig Groeschel
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, thank You for the reminder that I don’t have be appear “great” to this world. Thank You for the reminder that You look at my heart! Remind my brothers and sisters everywhere that You look at their hearts, too. We are Your handiwork! Create in us clean and usable hearts. Show us the talents that You have placed in us that can be used for Your purposes. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
How has God beautified my soul?
As You Have Time:
Worship Song for Today: It is Well with My Soul
Tuesday, April 9, 2024: Read 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:9
Prayer Pointer:
As Christ followers, our identity comes from who God says we are, not who others say we are. ~Who Am I in Christ? You Version
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, thank you for choosing me and my brothers and sisters everywhere as Your special possession. Help us to share Your love with everyone that we meet so that they can come to know You as Lord and Savior. Thank You for loving the whole world! May today be the day of salvation for many people in Nigeria! Help the missionaries there to boldly share their faith. And help each of us to be Your voice to this world. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
What roles or labels have been given to you that you love? (i.e., father, teacher, friend, beautiful, athletic)
As You Have Time:
More scripture: Who I Am in Christ
Wednesday, April 10, 2024: Read John 1:12, Ephesians 1:3-8
Prayer Pointer: Prayer should become as natural as breathing. ~Our Daily Bread
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, are You sure? You say that You have blessed me with EVERY spiritual blessing in Christ! WOW! I have a hard time believing this promise in Ephesians 1:3. I pray for increased faith for myself and my brothers and sisters everywhere. Help us to truly know whose we are in Christ! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Is Jesus the central object of affection in my life?
As You Have Time:
Meditate on more scripture: Who I Am in Christ
Thursday, April 11, 2024: Read Romans 8:1
Prayer Pointer:
It’s impossible to wring our hands when they are folded before God in prayer. ~Our Daily Bread
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, please protect me and my brothers and sisters from the condemnation that our enemy tries to heap on us continually. Help us to hold our heads up and to show up to do Your will. Help us to be confident in the power of the Holy Spirit that we carry. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Does my spirit soar like an eagle?
As You Have Time:
Meditate on more scripture: Who I Am in Christ
Friday, April 12, 2024: Read Ephesians 1:7
Prayer Pointer: Prayer comes spontaneously from those who abide in Christ… ~Charles H. Spurgeon
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, Your grace for us is so RICH! Remind me and my brothers and sisters of this fact when we are feeling spiritually “poor.” Thank You for all that You have given to make us Your own. Help us to be confident in the power of the Holy Spirit that we carry. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Who should I pray for today?
As You Have Time:
Meditate on more scripture: Who I Am in Christ and
A worship song for today: God of Every Grace
Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14, 2024: SABBATH
I hope you have enjoyed this week’s posts. If you have missed any, I encourage you to go back and review. Did you have a favorite? Consider praying it again. Take some time to worship and pray with others this weekend if you are able. Or take time to listen to an inspirational podcast. You might consider listening to The Supremacy of Christ by John Piper. This is powerful! AND REMEMBER that you are special to God!
Don’t forget:
National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2, 2024. Prayer gatherings will be held nationwide. I encourage you to find a group to pray with or to take some moments on the day to pray individually. May His Kingdom come and His will be done in the USA and the world! To find resources and events, go here.
Next Bible/Prayer Prompts will be posted at midnight on Monday, April 15, 2024. Let’s keep praying:
SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Rhythms of Grace 