Welcome, September!
Let’s Pray:
Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Dear praying friends, This prayer post will include a few “extra” days. I am writing early because September 10-15 I will be joining 154 other prayer warriors in San Diego, CA to pray together for our Nation. We are non-political, non-partisan, Jesus loving, Word of God loving group who will be praying Kingdom prayers for the USA and the world. We would appreciate your prayers for us as we travel and give of time and treasury to be together. Thank you for praying! Let’s keep praying this month: Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Pray on, Saints! ~Gina
Are You resting in the Lord? He invites us to spend time with Him. Listen to Prayer Cast #2: Come to Me. Special Guest: Lindsay Moore
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11
Monday, September 9, 2024: Romans 15:13
Prayer Pointer: We’re not running alone. The same God who calls us to do good is running alongside us, providing the strength we need to keep going. He will carry us across the finish line. ~Our Daily Verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray that You would fill me with all joy and peace as I believe. I want to overflow with hope by the Holy Spirit! Please touch my brothers and sisters everywhere with Your Hope today. (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: How can I practically remind myself of God’s strength and promises when facing discouragement?
As You Have Time: Take 5 minutes in silence with the Lord just to be with Him.
Worship Song for Today: You are My All in All
Note: Consider joining us in fasting and prayer tomorrow, Tuesday, September 10. Even if you can only join for a few hours, fasting is important. If you are not able today, consider fasting with prayer later this week. To learn more about fasting, look here.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024: Hebrews 11:1
Prayer Pointer: Today, if you’re feeling weary in doing good, remember: your acts of faith are making an eternal difference. Keep running with perseverance, knowing that God is with you every step of the way.-Our Daily Verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to hold on in hope even when I don’t see the answers I desire. Help me to entrust all of my cares to You today. You are a Good and Faithful Father! And please help all my brothers and sisters across this world who are struggling with hopelessness. (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: What areas are the hardest for you to let go and trust him with?
As You Have Time: Your Darkness Is Not Dark to Him
Worship Song for Today: Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Wednesday, September 11, 2024: Romans 12:12
Prayer Pointer: When Jesus invites us to follow him and live a new way of life as a part of his kingdom, he invites us to transfer our trust. He invites us to let go of the things we have previously trusted for our security and significance—and to take hold of him as our new source. – from the devotional Kingdom Come On You version
Prayer “Fuel: Lord, please help me in all the difficult circumstances of life today to continue to rejoice in hope because You loved me so much that You died for me. Please give me an extra measure of patience and perseverance as I hold on to You. Help me brothers and sisters everywhere and especially those who are truly suffering for their faith in You. (add your own prayers) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: What weakness or struggle am I trying to hide that I could instead offer to God?
As You Have Time: Christ’s Power Is Made Perfect in Weakness
Worship Song for Today: Living Hope
Thursday, September 12, 2024: Romans 15:4
Prayer Pointer: We cannot meet God face-to-face till we have faces. Till we know ourselves. Till we take the time to discover who we really are. Till we acknowledge our need for grace. And then we realize that we aren’t called to be super Christians after all. We aren’t asked to do everything. We aren’t responsible for meeting everyone’s expectations. We aren’t required to be perfect. We’re invited to come.
-Penelope J. Stokes, Beside a Quiet Stream: Words of Hope for Weary Hearts
Prayer “Fuel”: Thank You, Lord, for the Scriptures that provide hope day by day. As I read and meditate on Your Word, help me to have deeper insight into Who You are. I know that there are those around the world who don’t have the same access to Scripture that I do. Please reach the very ends of the Earth with Your Word. (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: How might my perspective change if I viewed my limitations as opportunities for God’s power?
As You Have Time: 100 Verses about the Word of God
Worship Song for Today: O Church Arise
Friday, September 13, 2024: 1 Peter 1:3
Prayer Pointer: The One Who spoke all things into existence and then transformed Planet Earth from a formless, empty, dark, water-submerged blob dangling in space to a beautiful place that reflected His own image is the same Person Who has power today to transform your life and mine. -Anne Graham Lotz
Prayer “Fuel”: Blessed Be Your Name, Lord! Thank You for Your great mercy that gave me new birth and created a well-spring of hope on the inside of me because of Your Holy Spirit. Help all of us to bless Your Name today! (add your additional response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: In what area of my life do I need to lean on the power of Jesus, the eternal Word?
As You Have Time: What It Means to Bless the Lord
Worship Song for Today: Waiting
Saturday & Sunday, September 14 & 15, 2024: SABBATH, REVIEW, WORSHIP Consider meeting with others this weekend in corporate prayer and worship
Monday, September 16, 2024: Colossians 1:27
Prayer Pointer: “If you want God to bless you and use you greatly, you must be willing to walk with a limp the rest of your life, because God uses weak people.”
— Rick Warren
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, please reveal this great mystery to me in new and relevant ways today…Christ in me, the hope of glory! (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: How can I reflect God’s glory in my daily actions and decisions?
As You Have Time: Take 5 minutes in silence with the Lord just to be with Him.
Worship Song for Today: God of Every Grace
Note: Consider joining us in fasting and prayer tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17th. Even if you can only join for a few hours, fasting is important. If you are not able today, consider fasting with prayer later this week. To learn more about fasting, look here.
Tuesday, September 17, 2024: Romans 8:24-25
Prayer Pointer: Adoration and praise develop within us a deeper sense of intimacy. When we voice thoughts of praise and adoration to God, we are drawn into His presence. Our praises set the tone for intimate contact with almighty God. -Jon Graf
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me, help my brothers and sisters to wait in patience for the fulfillment of all You have promised. (add your own response) Show Us Your Glory, Lord as We Look to You in Hope!
Think/Journal/Apply: How can I tap into God’s power, love, and sound mind to overcome it?
As You Have Time: 15 Prayers for Peace of Mind to Calm and Comfort Your Soul
Worship Song for Today: I Will Trust My Saviour Jesus
Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Wednesday, September 18 at midnight!
Rhythms of Grace 