Rhythms of Grace…Praying Kingdom Prayers for Everywhere!
A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!
Dear Praying Friends, I usually write the blog posts for the week on Sunday afternoons. As I prepare to write this week’s posts, I am also preparing my heart to minister on Monday at the Christian School where I live. I am meditating on what is known as the Magnificat, which is Mary’s prayer/poem/hymn of praise found in Luke 1:46–55. You can listen here to a beautiful rendition that I will share with the students. Let’s use this beautiful section of scripture to form our own prayers of praise this week.
Let’s pray this month:
SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Pray on, Saints! ~Gina
Some Advent resources:
5 Ideas to Make the Most of Advent
Advent: The Beautiful Meaning, Purpose, and Traditions Explained
Peace on Earth Prayer Calendar for Families
Monday, December 9, 2024: Luke 1:46
Prayer Pointer: The same God who hung stars in space and breathed life from dust looks at your impossible and sees the perfect setting for a miracle.-Our Daily verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want to be able to say with Your mother, Mary, “my soul glorifies the Lord.” As I walk through this Advent Season, help me quiet my heart to truly encounter You in greater measure. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Think/Journal/Apply: What does it mean to move beyond knowing about Jesus to truly believing in Him?
As You Have Time: Since this is a longer article, I will post it every day and encourage you to read a little at a time and to pray through what the Lord is showing you. What is Mary’s Song and What Does it Teach Modern Readers?
Worship Song for Today: Make Room
Tuesday, December 10, 2024: Luke 1:47-48
Prayer Pointer: Let grace do what all our striving never could.-Our Daily Verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to come before You just like Your mother, Mary did, with a humble heart. Let praise arise! Let praise arise! Let praise arise! During this Advent Season and every season, help me to encounter You in greater measure. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Think/Journal/Apply: Pray for Guyana: Recently, many serious road accidents have occurred on Guyana’s roadways. Please pray for continued safety and protection as the team traverses the regions. ~Every Home for Christ
As You Have Time: Since this is a longer article, I will post it every day and encourage you to read a little at a time and to pray through what the Lord is showing you. What is Mary’s Song and What Does it Teach Modern Readers?
Worship Songs for Today: Christmas Worship Medley
Wednesday, December 11, 2024: Luke 1:49-50
Prayer Pointer: Gina’s note: Can you give someone the “gift” of kindness today?
“Kind words do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.” — Blaise Pascal
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You have done so many great things for me. Holy is Your Name! Thank You for Your mercies that are new every morning. During this Advent Season and every season, help me to encounter You in greater measure. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Think/Journal/Apply: Pray for your church (if you have one) and two other churches in Your community: Come, Holy Spirit!
As You Have Time: Since this is a longer article, I will post it every day and encourage you to read a little at a time and to pray through what the Lord is showing you. What is Mary’s Song and What Does it Teach Modern Readers?
Worship Song for Today: A Christmas Alleluia
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. ~Isaiah 9:6
Thursday, December 12, 2024: Luke 1: 51-52
Prayer Pointer: “Faith doesn’t mean an absence of fear. It means facing fear and trusting that God’s goodness is greater.” — Matt Chandler
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I ask for Your forgiveness in the places where I am haughty and arrogant. I want to be humble before You so that I can be lifted by Your gracious Spirit. As I walk through this Advent Season, help me quiet my heart to truly encounter You in greater measure. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Think/Journal/Apply: How has God’s enduring love sustained you through difficult times?
As You Have Time: Since this is a longer article, I will post it every day and encourage you to read a little at a time and to pray through what the Lord is showing you. What is Mary’s Song and What Does it Teach Modern Readers?
Worship Song for Today: The First Noel
Friday, December 13, 2024: Luke 1:53-55
Prayer Pointer: Today, whatever you’re facing, let this truth hold you: God’s goodness hasn’t changed, and His love will never run out. Not because life is perfect, but because He is faithful—yesterday, today, and forever. -Our Daily Verse
Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I hunger and thirst to know You more. As I walk through this Advent Season, help me quiet my heart to truly encounter You in greater measure. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Think/Journal/Apply: How can I practice letting go of my worries about the future today? In what ways can I be more present and grateful for the blessings and lessons of this moment?
As You Have Time: Since this is a longer article, I will post it every day and encourage you to read a little at a time and to pray through what the Lord is showing you. What is Mary’s Song and What Does it Teach Modern Readers?
Worship Song for Today: Hark the Heaven Angels Sing/King of Heaven
SABBATH and REVIEW: Consider taking some time for silence this weekend. In this busy season, you may feel overwhelmed. Take time to take care of your “interior” life.
Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Monday, December 16th at Midnight!
SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!
Rhythms of Grace 