Dear praying friends, Half of 2024 is behind us as I write this. Times seem to fly and we continue praying. Days seem difficult with almost daily reports of physical and spiritual storms. When I awoke today, I asked the Lord for a “new song.” I know that many of God’s people are tired. I am tired. He knows all about our weariness. Psalm 149:1 says, “Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song, And His praise in the congregation of the godly ones.” (more verses about singing a new song are here.) As we finish praying through Psalm 103 this week, let’s also pray from scriptures about the “new song.” This month, let’s pray: Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song! Pray on, friends! Gina
He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God;
Many will see and fear
And will trust in the Lord.
Psalm 40:3
Monday, July 1, 2024 : Psalm 103:21-22
Prayer Pointer: …even when life feels chaotic or uncertain, God’s love is the steady rhythm that holds us together. It’s a love that’s always there, always true, always enough. -Our Daily Verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, let everything that is within me, praise You! I don’t want to come bringing just “lip service” praise. I want to bring praise from the depths of my heart! (add your response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Think/Journal/Apply: How have you seen God’s faithfulness? How can you express your gratitude to Him?
As You Have Time: Heaven’s Love Song ~Our Daily Bread
Worship Song for Today: Sing to the Lord
One more note…consider joining us in a time of corporate prayer and fasting as you are able on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Even consider just joining for a few hours.
Tuesday, July 2,2024 : Psalm 96:1-13 Consider joining us today in corporate prayer and fasting.
Prayer Pointer: When we seek God first and rely on His guidance, He fights our battles for us. ~PRAY.com
Prayer “Fuel”: Yes! Sing to the Lord, ALL THE EARTH! Lord, help my brothers and sisters worldwide who are struggling today. Put a new song on their heart, a song of praise to our God! Please do the same for me! (add your response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Think/Journal/Apply: How can I share God’s comfort with someone else today?
As You Have Time: Sing a New Song ~Desiring God
Worship Song for Today: Desert Song
Wednesday, July 3, 2024: Psalm 144:9
Prayer Pointer: The great thing to remember is that though our feelings come and go God’s love for us does not. — C.S. Lewis
Prayer “Fuel”: Through the tears, through the trials, Lord, I still choose to worship. My worship is not based on my circumstances, my worship is based on Your character. You are a good God! (add your response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Think/Journal/Apply: Do you find it easier to be “doing and working” for your salvation instead of believing in faith and trusting God?
As You Have Time: Why and (How) Should We Pray the Names of God? ~Bible Study Tools
Worship Song for Today: Gracefully Broken
Thursday, July 4, 2024: Isaiah 42:10
Prayer Pointer: A leader’s power is appointed by God and ultimately God rules over all leaders. Pray for leaders to rule with godly wisdom. Pray for humility to realize that fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and results in good judgment (Proverbs 9:10).
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, as the USA observes its 248th birthday today, move mightily in our midst to help us to once again be ONE nation UNDER GOD. Help Your Church in the USA to proclaim Your gospel with accuracy and with love. Bring our neighbors, friends, family to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Think/Journal/Apply: What doubts are preventing you from completely accepting God’s grace and forgiveness through Jesus Christ?
As You Have Time: 8 Powerful Ways to Pray for the USA ~Crosswalk
Worship Song for Today: Don’t Stop Praying
Friday, July 5, 2024: Psalm 95:1-11
Prayer Pointer: God is never early. God is never late. God is always right on time. -Mark Batterson
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, as we march forward with Your grace and Your strength, help all of us in Your Church worldwide to keep our eyes upon You. I choose to bow my knees in worship again this day and to pray without ceasing! Thank You for loving me! (add your additional response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Think/Journal/Apply: Do I believe that God is in control of every storm? (Mark 4:35-39)
As You Have Time: Sing a New Song (Psalm 96:1) – Your Daily Bible Verse ~Crosswalk
Worship Song for Today: You Are Good
Saturday & Sunday, July 6 & 7, 2024: SABBATH, REVIEW, WORSHIP
Thank you for continuing to pray with us as you are able. I encourage you to take some time this weekend to rest, to review the scriptures of the week and to be a part of a corporate worship setting. Let’s keep praying: Show Us Your Glory, Lord, as we sing a new song!
Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Monday, July 8, 2024 at midnight!
Rhythms of Grace 