January 1-5, 2025

Rhythms of Grace…Praying Kingdom Prayers for Everywhere!

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear Praying Friends, At the beginning of a new year, we all think of things we’d like to change. BUT isn’t it good to know that God does not change?!? Our circumstances come and go but the SAME God helps us through each season. As we look to 2025, let’s continue seeking God in more intimate ways. See below this note for a few prayer resources to help all of us! Remember that He is the VINE from which we must draw our daily strength. Let’s stay connected to Him in prayer:

Show Us Your Glory, Lord…And Help Us to THRIVE in 2025!

Pray on, Saints! ~Gina

Some Prayer Resources:

Seven Steps to Strengthen Prayer

Bible Gateway Blog: Prayer Resources to Revive Your Prayer Life

How to Pray as a Family

Why Pray?

Wednesday, January 1, 2025! Happy New Year! Psalm 63:1-11

Prayer Pointer: Think of every morning this past year—through the victories and valleys, the laughter and losses—His love remained steady. When your faith was strong, He was faithful. When your faith faltered, He was faithful still. Not once did His mercy run dry. Not once did His grace need rationing. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, as we begin a New Year, help us all remember Your faithfulness in the past. When we get discouraged, help us to remember that You are here. Let us be like David who earnestly sought You even in a time of wilderness. Show Us Your Glory, Lord…And Help Us to THRIVE in 2025!

Think/Journal/Apply: What blessings of 2024 can I intentionally thank God for?

And…Pray for your church (if you have one) and two other churches in Your community: Come, Holy Spirit!

As You Have Time: Our Heart’s True Home

Worship Song for Today: On Eagles’ Wings

Thursday, January 2, 2025: James 4:8

Prayer Pointer: “Faith never knows where it is being led, but it loves and knows the One who is leading.” — Oswald Chambers

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, forgive me for the days when I do my own thing and I don’t draw near to You. Help me encounter You in more intimate fellowship today. And bless my brothers and sisters worldwide with intimate encounters, too. Thank You! Show Us Your Glory, Lord…And Help Us to THRIVE in 2025!

Think/Journal/Apply: What distractions might keep you from seeking Jesus?

As You Have Time: Two Words

Worship Song for Today: Like a Shepherd

Friday, January 3, 2025: John 15:4-6

Prayer Pointer: Today, whatever you’re facing, remember: you’re bent, not broken; shaken, not shattered. Your ability to stand amidst the storm isn’t just admirable – it’s a living testimony to God’s faithfulness. ~ Our daily verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I understand that in order to thrive I need to abide. Teach me to abide.Show Us Your Glory, Lord…And Help Us to THRIVE in 2025!

Think/Journal/Apply: What is taking my thoughts of Christ and dethroning Him in my mind?  

As You Have Time: The Best Friend

Worship Song for Today: Refuge

Saturday & Sunday, January 4 & 5, 2025:

Take some time this weekend to rest and reflect. Join others in worship if you are able.

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Monday, January 6, 2025 at midnight!

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 have the daily Bible/prayer prompts on “pause” until January 1, 2025. I know that many of you are taking some much-needed time with family and friends and I pray that you can also get some much-needed rest. I think we can all agree that 2024 has had many challenges. I look forward to continuing in prayer with you into 2025 and beyond. Let’s keep praying!

Blessed Christmas to all! “See” you in 2025!

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 have been enjoying the sights and sounds of Christmas this week. There is always so much to do during this season and I feel a bit overwhelmed on some days. I hope you are finding time to be quiet with the Lord as we count the days until we celebrate His birthday. Let’s meditate on the goodness of the Lord this week! And let’s continue in prayer as we have all 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 in 2 Minutes

Advent: The Beautiful Meaning, Purpose, and Traditions Explained

Peace on Earth Prayer Calendar for Families

Monday, December 16, 2024: Psalm 25:8

Prayer Pointer: May we stop looking to other things to provide the safety and security that can only come from God and God alone, for He is a fortress that cannot be shaken. -365 Promises

Prayer “Fuel”: Good and upright God, please instruct me in the way that I should go. As the spiritual “noise” of this season presses in, 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 past trial tested you? How did God kindly sustain you?}

As You Have Time: Waiting

Worship Song for Today: Goodness of God

Tuesday, December 17, 2024: Continuing in the Goodness of God! Psalm 27:13

Prayer Pointer: The goal of life is not pleasure, possessions, prestige, politics, power, or popularity. It’s not anything that the world values. The goal of life is the glory of God. -Rick Warren

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for the new life that You give to me through Your death and resurrection. I am confident that even in these trying times, I will see Your goodness. Thank You for always being GOOD! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!

Think/Journal/Apply: A question to consider: What bugs you!?!

A nation to pray for today— Venezuela: Spiritual forces battle in Venezuela. Both rich and poor visit witch doctors in the thousands of spiritist and occult shops. Fewer people go to church in Venezuela than in any other Latin American nation. Millions of former Catholics chose evangelical faith or no religion at all. Pray for the Holy Spirit to bind all the powers that blind Venezuelans to Truth, and to reveal Christ to all. ~Operation World

As You Have Time: Christmas in Genesis | Genesis 3:15 | Our Daily Bread Video Devotional (2 mins, 36 seconds)

Worship Song for Today: Messiah

Wednesday, December 18, 2024: Nahum 1:7

Prayer Pointer: Your prayers will never catch God off guard. You can bring them all to him! -Rick Warren

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for being my refuge in these troubled times. Help me to trust You more! Help my brothers and sisters everywhere to trust you more! SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!

Think/Journal/Apply: Question #2 from the sermon I heard on Sunday: What inspires you?

And…Pray for your church (if you have one) and two other churches in Your community: Come, Holy Spirit!

As You Have Time: Who We Listen To

Worship Song for Today: Holy Child Who Chose the Hearts of Men

Thursday, December 19, 2024: Psalm 23:6

Prayer Pointer: His plan may not always align with our own desires or timelines, but it is always woven with purpose, hope, and anchored in His unchanging love. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for Your promise in Psalm 23:6 that assures me that Your goodness and kindness are there for me every day. Please forgive me for the times that I become unaware of Your presence. You are always here and I am grateful. Please help my brothers and sisters all over the world to realize Your presence today. SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we wait with EXPECTANT HEARTS!

Think/Journal/Apply: From Sunday’s sermon…Question#3: What small thing can I do today to make a difference in the world?

As You Have Time: God’s View of Us

Worship Song for Today: O Holy Night

Friday, December 20, 2024: This seems like a perfect scripture for the end of this year. Jeremiah 29:11-12

Prayer Pointer: “Christian, remember the goodness of God in the frost of adversity.” ~Charles Spurgeon

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, as I end this year, help me to remember that You are a good God who cares for His children. Reveal Your plans for me and for my brothers and sisters everywhere so that we will go into 2025 fully ready to do Your will. 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? 

As You Have Time: The Promise of Peace

Worship Song for Today: This is BEAUTIFUL! Prince of Peace

Dear Praying friends!

Blessed Christmas to all! Thank you for praying with me this year. The blog has had over 3000 views and almost 2000 visitors since I started writing it in June of 2023. Let’s keep praying into 2025 and as I my pastor friend shared (Thursday, December 19) let’s “believe BIGGER!’ This will be my last post for 2024 so that we all can take some time to be still and to enjoy these holy-days!

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 at midnight!

Love to all, Gina

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 in 2 Minutes

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

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!

Rhythms of Grace…Praying Kingdom Prayers for Everywhere!

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear Praying Friends, As we enter Advent 2024, is your heart “ready” for what God wants to do? Christmas time can be chaotic, wonderful, stressful, happy, sad…so many things. I encourage you to take time for your “interior” life as you make plans to deck the halls. Just below this “note” I have linked some Advent resources that can help you to pause and reflect. I hope you will find them helpful.

As I mentioned last week, this blog will begin to take on a bit of a different look. Going forward, starting in December, I will prompt you to pray for a Nation on Tuesdays, and for Churches on Wednesdays. This will include your own church (if you have one) and other churches in your community. This should be an exciting “ride”!

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 in 2 Minutes

Advent: The Beautiful Meaning, Purpose, and Traditions Explained

Peace on Earth Prayer Calendar for Families

Monday, December 2, 2024: Isaiah 9:2-6

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, thank You for being our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace. As we enter this Advent Season, help us to quiet our hearts 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: 10 Wonderful Truths of Christmas

Worship Songs for Today: Noel

Tuesday, December 3, 2024: Isaiah 40:3-5

Prayer Pointer: When everything else feels shaky, when doubts creep in, when life doesn’t make sense, this remains: God is good. Not sometimes, not mostly—but completely, constantly, eternally good.-Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, during this Advent Season, speak to us, all of us everywhere. Help us to quiet our hearts 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: Pray for Southeast Asia: safety of the believers committed to reaching the neighborhoods in this dangerous region. Pray that those who go door to door and those receiving the gospel would be receptive and that those who respond to the Good News would not be persecuted. Pray for this region to turn to Jesus Christ. ~Every Home for Christ

As You Have Time: God is With Us

Worship Songs for Today: Holy Forever

Wednesday, December 4, 2024: Isaiah 12:2-6

Prayer Pointer: Your help, your hope, your way forward—it all begins with Him. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Thank You, Lord, for being our salvation. Help me and my brothers and sisters everywhere to trust You more. Help us to quiet our hearts 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: Pray for your church (if you have one) and two other churches in Your community: Come, Holy Spirit!

As You Have Time: Not Quarrelsome

Worship Song for Today: Make Room

Thursday, December 5, 2024: Luke 1:46-55

Prayer Pointer: “The function of prayer is not to influence God, but rather to change the nature of the one who prays.” — Soren Kierkegaard

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for being mindful of me and all my brothers and sisters throughout this world. You see us and You know us. Help us to walk humbly with You. Help us to quiet our hearts 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 you cultivate a posture of watchfulness and thankfulness today?

As You Have Time: The Light of Christ

Worship Song for Today: Glory

Friday, December 6, 2024: Isaiah 52:7-9

Prayer Pointer: You are his unique child, knit together in the womb with care, made like no other, on purpose. So, throw off your self-criticism and appreciate what He sees in you. -Crosswalk

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want to be one who proclaims Your Good News. Fill me with Your Spirit and help me to keep on telling of Your goodness. Fill my brothers and sisters, too. Help us to quiet our hearts 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 would it look like for prayer to become the heartbeat of your life?

As You Have Time: Tangible Love

Worship Song for Today: Glory in the Highest

Saturday & Sunday, December 7 & 8, 2024: 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 9th at Midnight!

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear Praying Friends,

The first scripture that I wrote in my journal today (11/17) was Psalm 55:22: “Cast your burdens on the Lord, and He will sustain you. He will never permit the righteous to be moved.” I learned the Hebrew word for “sustain” in this verse is “kul” and it is used to describe God’s providential care and support as well as the endurance and maintenance of life and circumstances. Do you feel like some days are hard to endure? Ask the Lord to help you to cast your burdens on Him so that You can receive the sustaining strength that He provides.

Let’s keep praying this month:

SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Pray on, Saints! ~Gina

Monday, November 18, 2024: 2 Corinthians 4:15-16

Prayer Pointer: That is what God’s love does. It accepts us without reserve. -Ray Stedman

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You are at work in my life…this I know. Help me to not lose heart as You work here. Help me to remember that Your work is a renewing work. And as others watch my life, may they see You at work. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: ^{How can I fully surrender my fears and trust in God’s guidance?}

As You Have Time: Our Trustworthy Father

Worship Songs for Today: Waiting

Note: Consider adding fasting to your prayers on Tuesday, November 19. For more teaching about fasting, look here.

Tuesday, November 19, 2024: Colossians 4:2 Consider adding fasting to your prayers today

Prayer Pointer: In a world where promises are often broken, God’s word stands unshaken. He will never abandon us.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to always remain prayerful. Teach me how to be watchful. And in all things, help me to be thankful. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I show patience and kindness to someone who might not expect it?

As You Have Time: Transforming Worship

Worship Songs for Today: Don’t Stop Praying

Wednesday, November 20, 2024: Psalm 136:1-3

Prayer Pointer: God loves you so much and He will take the time to personally reach down and bind up or bandage all your emotional wounds. God, who is the greatest Physician ever, will come in and perform heart surgery on you. Can you picture Him lovingly fitting all those little pieces back together again? God will mend your broken heart! –read more

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, today I give You thanks for Your love endures forever! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I make asking for God’s wisdom a daily habit?

As You Have Time: God is Faithful

Worship Song for Today: Lead Me, Lord

Thursday, November 21, 2024: 1 Corinthians 15:57

Prayer Pointer: We tend to use prayer as a last resort, but God wants it to be our first line of defense.”

— Oswald Chambers

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, some days I don’t feel victorious, but I thank You for Your promise in 1 Corinthians 15:57 that YOU GIVE ME VICTORY THROUGH THE LORD JESUS! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I transform my anxieties into prayers today? 

As You Have Time: The Eternal Goal

Worship Song for Today: Refiner

Friday, November 22 , 2024: 2 Corinthians 2:14

Prayer Pointer: How can you grow in humility? By continually and consistently submitting your thoughts, heart, attitude, and choices to Jesus. You need to give him permission to make changes in your life.  -Rick Warren

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for allowing me to be a part of Your triumphal procession. Help me to bring the fragrance of Christ everywhere I go. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: In what ways can practicing gratitude change my experience of challenging situations?

As You Have Time: Overcomers

Worship Song for Today: Draw Me Close to You

Saturday & Sunday, November 23 & 24, 2024: SABBATH and REVIEW

Take some time this weekend to take a walk or to listen to some worship music. Continue in an attitude of thanksgiving. Consider joining a Christian community in prayer and worship. Is there someone that you can drop an encouraging note to?

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Midnight!

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear Praying Friends,

I am writing this on Veteran’s Day 2024, November 11th. This won’t be posted until midnight on Tuesday, November 12, but I encourage you to honor our veterans all week long. I just sent a text to a veteran that I know just to say “thank you.” Please continue in prayer for many veterans who still struggle with PTSD, unemployment, health issues, homelessness. They need our prayers. AND…

Let’s keep praying this month:

SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Pray on, Saints! ~Gina

Note: Consider adding fasting to your prayers on Tuesday, November 12 as we pray for our Nation and this Election. For more teaching about fasting, look here.

Tuesday, November 12, 2024: Psalm 69:30 Consider adding fasting to your prayers today

Prayer Pointer: “We must purpose in our hearts to serve Jesus and Him alone. We must feast on the things of the Lord rather than the evils of this age. As we do, God will not only give wisdom and understanding, but—I believe—opportunities to share His hope with those around you.” — Will Graham

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I may not be an opera singer, but You hear the song of thanksgiving in my heart. Let that song ring out loudly and clearly before Your throne today. I bring a heart full of thanks to You. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: ^{How do you respond to those who despise or misunderstand you? How does God want you to respond?}

As You Have Time: Heartlight devo for Psalm 69:30

Worship Songs for Today: His Glory and My Good

Wednesday, November 13, 2024: 1 Chronicles 16:34

Prayer Pointer: “Joy is the flag flying high above the castle of the heart, announcing that the King is in residence there.” — Unknown

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for Your enduring love. People come and go but You are always there for me. In my lonely places today, let me press into Your love and presence. Help my brothers and sisters all over the world to sense Your presence today. I pray especially for those who are suffering for their faith. Help them to stand strong in Your strength. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Take a moment and journal a list of things that are good in your life?

As You Have Time: A really wonderful story about hospitality: A Thanksgiving Blessing

Worship Song for Today: As For Me and My House

Thursday, November 14, 2024: James 1:17

Prayer Pointer: So today, even if you’re facing challenges or uncertainties, choose joy. Choose to rejoice in the Lord, not because your circumstances are perfect, but because He is. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for Your steadfast love that continues to shower gifts and blessings in my life. When I am tempted to complain, help me to turn my heart back to thanksgiving because You are a GOOD, GOOD FATHER! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Where can I find reasons to rejoice today, even in the small things? 

As You Have Time: Do you have a “thanks-living” jar? Read a story about it here.

Worship Song for Today: The Way, The Truth, The Life

Friday, November 15 , 2024: Isaiah 12:4

Prayer Pointer: Joy is a choice. It’s a daily decision to fix our eyes on the goodness of God, even when our circumstances tempt us to focus on the trials -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, let today be the day that I give thanks to You and praise Your holy Name. I exalt You as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I actively cultivate a grateful spirit, choosing joy over worry?

As You Have Time: Harvest and Thanksgiving

Worship Song for Today: I Set My Hope

Saturday & Sunday, November 16 & 17, 2024: SABBATH and REVIEW

Take some time this weekend to take a walk or to listen to some worship music. Continue in an attitude of thanksgiving. Consider joining a Christian community in prayer and worship. Is there someone that you can drop an encouraging note to?

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Tuesday, November 18, 2024 at Midnight!

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear Praying Friends,

I am writing this the Sunday before Election Day 2024. It will post at midnight on Monday, just one day before. I see so many praying and seeking God during this time and regardless of the outcome, I believe we are seeing the beginning of a true spiritual awakening. I have prayed for my own city for over 40 years and have expanded those prayers to our Nation and our world in more recent years. Even though our challenges are difficult, our God is the same yesterday, today, and FOREVER. Don’t stop praying! Don’t stop seeking! Let’s keep praying this month:

SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Pray on, Saints! ~Gina

Monday, November 4, 2024: Psalm 107:1

Prayer Pointer: “Every time we pray our horizon is altered, our attitude to things is altered, not sometimes but every time, and the amazing thing is that we don’t pray more.” ~Oswald Chambers

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I come today to give You thanks for Your goodness. Help me to do this constantly, not focusing on the troubles of this world, but remembering the goodness You have shown me. Help my brothers and sisters everywhere to give thanks today, too. (add your own response)SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Have you ever considered how you can offer the love and power of Christ to those around you, even when material resources are scarce?

As You Have Time: Steadfast Love (a devo by Ray Steadman)

Worship Song for Today: Steadfast Love

Note: Consider adding fasting to your prayers on Tuesday, November 5 as we pray for our Nation and this Election. For more teaching about fasting, look here.

Tuesday, November 5, 2024: Philippians 4:6 Consider adding fasting to your prayers today

Prayer Pointer: “On the surface we can think, dialogue, plan and be fully present to the demands of the daily routine. Simultaneously and deeply within, we can be in prayer, thanksgiving, and attentiveness to the Spirit. The secret places of the heart become a sanctuary of praise in the noisy playpen of the marketplace.” ~Brennan Manning

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for Your reminder today in Philippians that prayer and thanksgiving can overcome my anxious thoughts. Help me, Holy Spirit, every time I get anxious today to turn back to prayer with thanksgiving. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can you use the opportunities in your life to point others to Jesus, especially when they witness His work in and through you?

As You Have Time: Consider praying some of the prayer points for our Nation today found in 40-Day Election Prayer Guide from Family Research Council

Worship Songs for Today: I Know You’re Here/Hopeful Gospel Songs

Wednesday, November 6, 2024: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Prayer Pointer: Jesus Christ is the One by Whom, for Whom, through Whom everything was made. Therefore, He knows what’s wrong in your life and how to fix it. Let Him take charge. Give Him the authority to put it right. ~ Anne Graham Lotz

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You know that some circumstances find me grumbling instead of praising. Help me to give thanks, not for the circumstances, but IN THE CIRCUMSTANCES. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can you see God’s refining work in your current struggles? 

As You Have Time: How to Behave Toward God

Worship Song for Today: Thank You, Jesus

Thursday, November 7, 2024: Psalm 28:7

Prayer Pointer: The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith. And the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.” — George Mueller

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I say it again today: I TRUST YOU! I TRUST YOU! I TRUST YOU! Thank You for Your help every moment of every day. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I cultivate a heart that God delights in?

As You Have Time: Embracing God–a devotional study by Anne Graham Lotz (note: there is a lot here, so let’s look at this over several days)

Worship Song for Today: The Way

Friday, November 8, 2024: Colossians 3:15

Prayer Pointer: So today, whatever darkness you face, hold onto the promise: you are fully seen, deeply known, and unconditionally loved by your Heavenly Father. Let His light displace the shadows, and find the courage to be fully known and loved. In His light, no darkness can prevail. You are His, now and forever. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want Your peace to RULE in my heart. Oh, help me, precious Lord! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: In what areas of your life do you need to practice speaking less and listening more? 

As You Have Time: Embracing God–a devotional study by Anne Graham Lotz (note: continued from yesterday)

Worship Song for Today: Shine Into Our Night

Saturday & Sunday, November 9 & 10, 2024: SABBATH and REVIEW

Take some time this weekend to take a walk or to listen to some worship music. Continue in an attitude of thanksgiving. Consider joining a Christian community in prayer and worship. Is there someone that you can drop an encouraging note to?

Monday, November 11, 2024: Hebrews 13:15

Prayer Pointer: Let’s remember that in the presence of the King of Kings, our words matter, but our hearts matter even more -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want to continually offer You a sacrifice of praise. Let it start again, here and now: I LOVE YOU, LORD! (add your own response)SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Who can you contact today to see how you can pray for them?

As You Have Time: Embracing God–a devotional study by Anne Graham Lotz (note: consider finishing this study today)

Worship Song for Today: Still

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Midnight!

Welcome, November!

Dear Praying Friends,

I am writing this just a few days before the election. It feels like everyone is holding our “collective breath” to see the outcome. But this is a good time to remember that we have read the “end of the Book” and know the eternal outcome! Jesus is Lord! Keep your heart and mind settled when you are tempted to be anxious. As we enter a very special time of the year, let’s pray:

Show us Your Glory, Lord as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Pray on, faithful Saints! Gina

Friday, November 1, 2024: Psalm 95:1

Prayer Pointer: No one has lived with more humility than Jesus. He came to earth from heaven to become a man, live for us, give his life for us, and be resurrected for us. When you spend time with him, you become more humble, which in turn builds up your relationships for the better. -Rick Warren

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want to come into Your presence today singing a song of joy. You know that sometimes I come half-heartedly and I am sorry. I surrender the struggles, the sin, and everything that hinders that song of joy in my life. Thank You that You never leave me nor forsake me and that Your mercies are new every morning. (add your own prayers) Show us Your Glory, Lord as we pray with THANKSGIVING!

Think/Journal/apply: In what areas of my life am I too focused on outward appearances or achievements? 

As you have time: Sing for Joy – The Crosswalk Devotional

Worship Song for Today: Thank You, Jesus

A song that fits our Theme…Open the Heavens…show us Your glory!

Dear praying friends, As another month, another “chapter” closes with October 2024, let’s keep praying. The Lord has been reminding me this week that we are all a “lighthouse” as Jesus tells us to let our light shine (Him) out into the world. (Matthew 5:16) So let’s focus this week on some “light” from the scriptures and let’s keep praying:

SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit!

Pray on, Saints! ~Gina

Feel like you’re hanging on by a thread? I hope this will encourage you :Prayer Cast #3: Don’t Just Survive…THRIVE!

Monday, October 28, 2024: Matthew 4:16

Prayer Pointer: “He leads us by no unnecessary pathways. There are a meaning and a value in every stretch of the road, however rough and tortuous it may be. (Morgan)

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for causing Your light to “dawn” in my life. Now let me truly shine the Light of Your love into the world. Help Your people everywhere to shine for You! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit!

Think/Journal/Apply: What do I hope to find or experience in my quiet moments with God?

As You Have Time: Light That Travels (Matthew 4:16)

Worship Song for Today: One Pure and Holy Passion

Note: Consider adding fasting to your prayers on Tuesday, October 29. For more teaching about fasting, look here.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024: Psalm 18:28 Consider adding fasting to your prayers today

Prayer Pointer: Stillness allows us to dive into the depths of God, to experience Him in a way our frantic, surface-level living cannot offer. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for keeping my “lamp” burning with Your bright Light. Now let me truly shine the Light of Your love into the world. Help Your people everywhere to shine for You! (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I begin to carve out moments of stillness within my day? 

As You Have Time: Not Our Strength, But the Lord’s 

Worship Song for Today: Let’s listen again making this a prayer: One Pure and Holy Passion

Wednesday, October 30, 2024: John 1:5

Prayer Pointer: Why should you worship? Because when you worship God, you move your focus off of your problem and onto God. -Rick Warren

Prayer “Fuel”: Thank You, Father, that the light of Jesus has shone into my heart, for I have trusted Him alone as my Saviour and Lord. May the light of Your love shine through me, until it is not I that shines in my life, but the light of Christ shining through me. (add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit!

Think/Journal/Apply: Am I reflecting God’s love? 

As You Have Time: What Jesus Did! ‘This Light Keeps Shining’ — John 1:4-5

Worship Song for Today: As For Me and My House

Thursday, October 31, 2024: Psalm 27:1

Prayer Pointer: Every day, in every interaction with family, friends, or even strangers, we face choices. We can choose to point out flaws, or we can decide to cover them with love. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, THANK YOU for being my light and salvation. As I rest on this truth from Psalm 27:1, I am not afraid because I know that You are here with me. Help my brothers and sisters all over the world to trust You more today. Especially help those who are suffering for their faith in You.(add your own response) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD, as we are filled with the Holy Spirit!

Think/Journal/Apply: Does the way I love genuinely radiate his grace, offering hope and transformation to those around me?

As You Have Time: Daily Devotion – Psalm 27 – Keeping the Faith in Time of Crisis

Worship Song for Today: Keep Letting the Light In

Next Bible/prayer prompts will be posted on Friday, November 1, 2024 at Midnight!