Rhythms of Grace

Dear praying friends~ As we come to the end of another month, we continue to pray from 1 Chronicles 29:11 every day: Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom;  you are exalted as head over all. This week, I heard the word “teachable” from the Lord and I had to do my own soul search with the question, “Am I teachable, Lord?” We will pray through Psalm 24 for the next 9 days to finish the month of October. I hope you will join me as we pray on…SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME! ~Gina

Monday, October 23, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:1-2

Prayer pointer/promises: “If your day is hemmed in with prayer, it is less likely to come unraveled.” – Cynthia Lewis

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You tell me in Psalm 24:1 that everything and everyone on the earth belong to You. Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: What else do I need to pray about this week?

As You Have Time: Take time to worship: Christian worship playlist

Tuesday, October 24, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:3

Prayer pointer/promises: “We are to pray in times of adversity, lest we become faithless and unbelieving. We are to pray in times of prosperity, lest we become boastful and proud. We are to pray in times of danger, lest we become fearful and doubting. We are to pray in times of security, lest we become self-sufficient.” – Billy Graham

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I long to come to Your holy mountain to meet with You. I know that I can only come in because of the Blood of Jesus. Teach me how to be close to You. Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: How has God revealed Himself to me today?

As You Have Time: Read Climbing the Mountain by Charles Spurgeon

Wednesday, October 25, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:4

Prayer pointer/promises: “True prayer is neither a mere mental exercise nor a vocal performance. It is far deeper than that – it is spiritual transaction with the Creator of Heaven and Earth.” – Charles Spurgeon

Prayer “Fuel”: Oh, Lord, create in me a clean heart. Help me to come to you with clean hands and a pure heart. I want to pray for others, but I know that sometimes my prayers come from selfish motives. Forgive me! Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Who are 3 people that I can pray for today?

As You Have Time: Worship Song for today: How Great is Our God by Chris Tomlin

Thursday, October 26, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11 and then slowly Read Psalm 24:3-5

Prayer pointer/promises: “I know that the Lord is always on the side of the right; but it is my constant anxiety and prayer that I and this nation may be on the Lord’s side.” – Abraham Lincoln

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to know You more and more each day. As I come to the Throne Room, thank You for welcoming me because of the Blood of the Lamb of God, Jesus. Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Note any words the Holy Spirit may be highlighting to you in Psalm 24:3-5 today. If you need to read it slowly several more times, do so. Ask the Lord what He wants to say to you through these verses.

As You Have Time: Worship Song for today: Throne Room by Kim Walker-Smith

Friday, October 27, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:6

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer is not only asking, but an attitude of mind which produces the atmosphere in which asking is perfectly natural.” – Oswald Chambers

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to be a continual “seeker” of You. Help me to more intimately know Your plans for me today. Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I be a blessing today?

As You Have Time: Read Our Daily Bread Devo, God’s World~A Prayer for The World based on Psalm 24

Saturday & Sunday, October 28 & 29, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:1-6

I encourage you to take some time this weekend for corporate prayer and worship. If you are able, read our scriptures for the week again, listening for other things the Holy Spirit might say to you. Take some time to rest before we dive into the last two days of the month of October.

Monday, October 30, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24:7-8

Prayer pointer/promises: “In the morning, prayer is the key that opens to us the treasures of God’s mercies and blessings; in the evening, it is the key that shuts us up under his protection and safeguard.” – Billy Graham

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I pray that the spiritual “gates” of my life are open wide that the King of Glory may come in. I pray this for the Church, too. Teach US, Lord! Teach US to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in our hearts by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Are there places where I have been “closed” to the presence of the Lord?

As You Have Time: Worship Song for today: Glory by Hillsong

Tuesday, October 31, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 24

Prayer pointer/promises: “Rather than set aside daily time for prayer, I pray constantly and spontaneously about everything I encounter on a daily basis. When someone shares something with me, I’ll often simply say, ‘let’s pray about this right now.'” – Thomas Kinkade

Prayer “Fuel”: Oh, King of Glory! Come in! Lord, strong and mighty, Lord, mighty in battle, COME IN! Teach me, Lord! Teach me to love You as the Creator of everything and everyone. Work in the “unteachable” places in my heart by the power of Your Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I speak life to someone today?

As You Have Time: Bible Study Tools: The Power of Calling God the “King of Glory”

Be praying with me about our November theme: Show Us Your Glory, Lord..

Bible/prayer prompts for November 1-5, 2023 will be posted at midnight on Wednesday, November 1.

Blessings~Gina

Dear praying friends~ I feel like a woman of few words as I write this. It seems our whole world has changed in an instant with wars and other disastrous events. I am grateful that I know the King of Kings and Lord of Lords who is firmly on His Throne. Oh, how I love Jesus! If you are finding yourself afraid today, I remind you to begin to worship Him anew. He doesn’t need our worship or anything from us, but as we worship we experience His strength once again. This month we continue to pray from 1 Chronicles 29:11 every day: Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom;  you are exalted as head over all. This week, I heard the word “wisdom” from the Lord. We all need His “wisdom” to rightly discern the times we face here on earth. We need much more than just knowledge of His Word, we need His wisdom to understand how to walk. We will pray through Proverbs 1 this week. I hope you will join me as we pray on…SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME! ~Gina

Monday, October 16, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1:1-7

Prayer pointer/promises: “True prayer is a way of life, not just for use in cases of emergency. Make it a habit, and when the need arises you will be in practice.” – Billy Graham

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You tell me that the “fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” Help me to stand in reverential awe of You today so that I can receive Your wisdom. I long to know You more and to love You more. Great and Wise God, I ask You to show me the way. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is there a place where I need God’s wisdom today?

As You Have Time: A Teachable Spirit from Our Daily Bread

Tuesday, October 17, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1:8-15

Prayer pointer/promises: “She (my mother) became a warrior far superior to any epic hero. She became a giant on her knees. With a sword in one hand she battled the enemies of death and disease, and with her other hand stretched toward heaven she kept beseeching God’s help and His mercy.” – Bishop T.D. Jakes 

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, give me ears today to truly hear godly instruction. Keep me from the paths of evil and deception. I long to know You more and to love You more. Great and Wise God, I ask You to show me the way. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: What is one thing you most seeking God for today?

As You Have Time: Need a little cheer? Worship Song for today: Every Praise

Wednesday, October 18, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1:15-21

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer lays hold of God’s plan and becomes the link between his will and its accomplishment on earth. Amazing things happen, and we are given the privilege of being the channels of the Holy Spirit’s prayer.” – Elisabeth Elliot

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, keep me out of the paths of evil. Help me to discern today where You want me to be and who You want me to see. Give me Your “eyes” to see things the way that they truly are. And when I see, give me prayers to go along with what You show me. Help me to pray with a pure heart that is aligned with Yours. I long to know You more and to love You more. Great and Wise God, I ask You to show me the way. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Where in your day can you take extra time to pray?

As You Have Time: Need to fill your home with worship? Here is a playlist: Best Praise and Worship Songs 2023

Thursday, October 19, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1:22-28

Prayer pointer/promises: “There are parts of our calling, works of the Holy Spirit, and defeats of the darkness that will come no other way than through furious, fervent, faith-filled, unceasing prayer.” – Beth Moore

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, when You bring correction into my life, help me to submit to Your refining fire. Help me to remember that Your discipline is for my good and for Your glory. I long to know You more and to love You more. Great and Wise God, I ask You to show me the way. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: How has God revealed himself to you this week?

As You Have Time: The word “scoffer” is from the Hebrew lēsim, meaning a person who mocks or speaks arrogantly. This is a person who sneers at wisdom, makes fun of it, or laughs at it, instead of listening to it. This same attitude is reflected in verses such as Isaiah 28:22, Psalm 119:51, and Proverbs 14:9.

Friday, October 20, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1:29-33

Prayer pointer/promises: “Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?” – Corrie Ten Boom

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I want to be one who truly listens to You so that I can live in safety and be at ease without fear of harm. I want to be one who accepts Your counsel and resists the schemes of my sinful nature. Help me, Lord, to walk humbly. I long to know You more and to love You more. Great and Wise God, I ask You to show me the way. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: What test of faith are you experiencing?

As You Have Time: Go “deeper” in Proverbs 1:29

Saturday & Sunday, October 21 & 22, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Proverbs 1

I encourage you to read Proverbs 1 more time this weekend. I hope you will take time to gather with other believers in corporate prayer and worship. I think we need each other more than ever. Don’t forsake assembling together.

Bible/ prayer prompts for October 23-29, 2023 will be posted at midnight on Monday, October 23, 2023.

Keep praying: SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Dear Praying Friends~Last week we prayed through Psalm 122 and on Thursday our prayer included “I pray for the peace of Jerusalem.” This past Saturday, we heard of the terrible attack on Israel which now is in a state of war. This month we continue to pray from 1 Chronicles 29:11 every day: Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom;  you are exalted as head over all. This week I feel we should pray more intentionally for the Jewish people in Israel and around the world. Some days it feels like the return of the Lord is very close. No one knows for sure when, but I believe we must be diligent in prayer and sharing God’s Word during these difficult days. I encourage you to submit more fully this month to Holy Spirit as we pray on…SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME! ~Gina

Monday, October 9, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer is simply a two-way conversation between you and God.” ~Billy Graham

Prayer “Fuel”: Prayer points this week with scriptures will be taken from Intercessory Prayer Guide for Israel from The Jewish Voice: Lord, thank You that we can come and present these requests. We worship and praise You because You are the LORD God of Israel.
Pray: for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6) for the people of Israel to come to know their Messiah, Yeshua (Psalm 40:7; Isaiah 53)
for her borders to be secure (Exodus 23:31a) For Jerusalem to be protected from being divided (Joel 3:2) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Do I know a Jewish person that I can pray for today?

As You Have Time: Worship Song: Shalom Jerusalem

Tuesday, October 10, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer is the open admission that without Christ we can do nothing. And prayer is the turning away from ourselves to God in the confidence that He will provide the help we need. Prayer humbles us as needy and exalts God as wealthy.” — John Piper

Prayer “Fuel”: Prayer points this week with scriptures will be taken from Intercessory Prayer Guide for Israel from The Jewish Voice: Lord, thank You that we can come and present these requests. We worship and praise You because You are the LORD God of Israel. Pray: For Israel’s leaders to be blessed and lead well, so Israel’s citizens can live in peace and many will come to salvation (1 Timothy 2:1-4) That they may be just and give their country stability, and be free from corruption (Proverbs 29:4)
That they would ask God for wisdom and follow His lead (James 1:5) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is there someone in my immediate realm of influence that needs Christ? Have I prayed for them?

As You Have Time: Worship Song: Jerusalem of Gold

Wednesday, October 11, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer should not be regarded as a duty which must be performed, but rather as a privilege to be enjoyed.” E.M. Bounds 

Prayer “Fuel”: Prayer points this week with scriptures will be taken from Intercessory Prayer Guide for Israel from The Jewish Voice: Lord, thank You that we can come and present these requests. We worship and praise You because You are the LORD God of Israel. Pray: For the Believers in Israel to be strengthened with power in their inner being, so Messiah may dwell in their hearts through faith, and that they would know the love of Messiah (Ephesians 3:16-19) That they would be filled with God’s will, wisdom and understanding; live a life worthy
of Him; bear fruit in every good work; have great endurance and patience; and be
grateful (Colossians 2:6-7)
For their protection, and that those around them would be drawn to Yeshua
because of their love for Him and one another (John 17:11, 23) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Am I ready for the Lord’s return, whenever it may be?

As You Have Time: Worship Song: Up to Jerusalem

Thursday, October 12, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

Prayer pointer/promises: “God does nothing but by prayer, and everything with it.” John Wesley

Prayer “Fuel”: Prayer points this week with scriptures will be taken from Intercessory Prayer Guide for Israel from The Jewish Voice: Lord, thank You that we can come and present these requests. We worship and praise You because You are the LORD God of Israel. Pray: For the LORD to comfort the young and old alike (Isaiah 40:1) That they would know the LORD desires to give them hope and a future, not evil
(Jeremiah 29:11) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is there a young person that I can pray for today? An older person?

As You Have Time: Worship Song: Days of Elijah

Friday, October 13, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

Prayer pointer/promises: “Prayer is both conversation and encounter with God. . . . We must know the awe of praising his glory, the intimacy of finding his grace, and the struggle of asking his help, all of which can lead us to know the spiritual reality of his presence.” Tim Keller

Prayer “Fuel”: Prayer points this week with scriptures will be taken from Intercessory Prayer Guide for Israel from The Jewish Voice: Lord, thank You that we can come and present these requests. We worship and praise You because You are the LORD God of Israel. Pray:

That people and nations will take this Scripture to heart and bless Israel, thus receiving a blessing and not a curse (Genesis 12:3)
That the nations would understand the depth of God’s wrath against those who don’t
follow Him (Isaiah 60:12)
For God to keep a watchful eye over His People, and bind the schemes and resources of their enemies so they can do them no harm (Zechariah 12:1-5; Psalm 91) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: What is on my mind today? How can I turn this over to the Lord?

As You Have Time: Worship Song: Forever Good

Saturday & Sunday, October 14 & 15, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11

I hope you will take some time for corporate prayer and worship this weekend. The Body Of Christ needs to be fully functional TOGETHER, young and old, male and female, WORSHIPPING OUR GOD! SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Bible and prayer prompts for the week of October 16-22, 2023 will post at midnight on Monday, October 16. Keep praying!

Dear Praying Saints, I have been in a deep season of prayer for His Church in the earth. Our Lord is coming through with Refiner’s Fire so that His Bride will be presented one day without spot or wrinkle. It is important that each of us submit to the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. The Heavenly Father that I know is a Good, GOOD Father who loves me and wants what is best for me. He wants what is best for you, too. This month we will pray from 1 Chronicles 29:11 every day: Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom;  you are exalted as head over all. This week we will also be praying through Psalm 122. I encourage you to submit more fully this month to Holy Spirit as we pray on…SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME! Have a blessed and prayerful week, Gina

Sunday, October 1, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122

As we begin a new month, I encourage you today to pray for your church and its leadership. October is Pastor Appreciation Month. If you have a Pastor in your life, consider an act of kindness this month. If you are able, I also encourage you to gather with others today or this week in corporate prayer and worship.

Monday, October 2, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122:1

Prayer Pointer/Promises: Building material wealth in this life is relatively unimportant compared to laying up treasures in heaven. Jesus is giving us the kingdom. He is giving us eternal life, the hope of heaven. What we have now is a temporary thing. What we will have for all eternity is the important thing. ~Harvest Prayer Lay Up Treasure in Heaven

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I know that someday when I am fully experiencing Your Kingdom, I will have complete joy. You know that in the “house of the Lord” here on earth, our joy is incomplete because we are incomplete. Help me and all my brothers and sisters worldwide to submit to Your Holy Spirit so that we can experience more of Your Kingdom here today. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Consider places where you struggle with your church fellowship. Write a prayer for those places.

As you have time: Worship Song: The More I Seek You

Tuesday, October 3, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122:2

Prayer Pointer/Promises: It seems significant that when we lay up treasures in heaven it is for ourselves. What we invest in eternal values will be returned to us personally. The point Jesus is making is that worldly treasures are corruptible. They deteriorate. Thieves steal them. Treasures laid up in heaven have a security that remains, like nothing on earth. ~Harvest Prayer Lay Up Treasure in Heaven

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I know that someday when I am fully experiencing Your Kingdom, I will be completely present in Your gates. As I still abide on “this side” of Heaven, help me to store up treasures in Heaven by being obedient to Your every command. I love You, Lord! Thank You for loving me! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Am I seeking God’s Kingdom first?

As you have time: Repeat Worship Song: The More I Seek You

Wednesday, October 4, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122:3-4

Prayer Pointer/Promises: How do we lay up treasure in heaven? Giving to advance the work of the kingdom of God is one obvious way. Working to build godly character is another, developing minds that can enjoy great thoughts of God and hearts that transcend selfishness by doing loving acts of service. Such treasures have eternal value, and will abide forever.~Harvest Prayer Lay Up Treasure in Heaven

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I know that someday when I am fully experiencing Your Kingdom, I will truly be part of the great cloud of witnesses that is made of every tribe and every tongue. I long for that day, Lord. I long for more of You. As I still “abide on this side”, help me to store up treasures in Heaven by being obedient to Your every command. I love You, Lord! Thank You for loving me! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: What should I do today to draw close to God?

As you have time: Repeat Worship Song: The More I Seek You

Thursday, October 5, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122:5-6

Prayer Pointer/Promises: In Matthew 6:19, Jesus not only tells us what we should obey, but also what we should not do: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth. . . . But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven.” Earthly treasures can be destroyed, consumed, or stolen; however, heavenly rewards cannot. Where we store the things we treasure will show the Father what we value, because our hearts will be tied to either earth or heaven.~Harvest Prayer Lay Up Treasure in Heaven

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I know that someday when I am fully experiencing Your Kingdom, I will see You face to face. What an exciting day that will be! I long for that day, Lord. I long for more of You. I pray for the peace of Jerusalem today because You command me to do that in Psalm 122. Remind me often to do this. I love You, Lord! Thank You for loving me! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Do I recognize myself as the “temple” of God? Why or why not?

As you have time: Study Guide for Psalm 122 from Blue Letter Bible

Friday, October 6, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122: 7-9

Prayer Pointer/Promises: As you go through this day, ask God to reveal to you what it means to pray, “Father, glorify Your name.” Ask Him to give you concrete ways that you can live out your prayer. In essence, you will be asking God to be so very present in and through you that every action will be impacted by His presence. How would God’s name be glorified in your water-cooler conversation? How would God be glorified as you are visiting with your neighbor? How would God’s name be glorified at your workplace or your school? Ask Him to reveal that, and pray the first line of the Lord’s prayer at each place. ~Harvest Prayer Glorify Your Name

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, Yours is the Kingdom! Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power
 and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. I long to worship You in Spirit and in Truth. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Think/Journal/Apply: Where can I share my faith today? Am I willing? Why or why not?

As you have time: Repeat Worship Song: The More I Seek You

Saturday & Sunday, October 7 & 8, 2023: Read 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalm 122

I encourage you today to pray for the Church and its leadership. October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Who are the pastors in your life? Even those without a “title” formally may be a pastor. If you are able, I also encourage you to gather with others today or this week in corporate prayer and worship.

I hope you have drawn closer to the Lord than ever before. New posts will be available at midnight, Monday, October 9, 2023.

SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD and LET YOUR KINGDOM COME!

Dear precious, praying friends, I write this on the “tail” of returning from the National Prayer Summit last week in Kentucky. I want to encourage you, as we come to the end of another month, that God is moving. I know that some days we all get very battle-weary. Before I had the privilege of speaking to our Nation last week, I asked the Lord for a “word.” All I heard Him say was, “Tell my people that I know that they are battle-weary.” I think that sometimes we are afraid to pour out our hearts to God because we fear it is a lack of faith. But He tells us in Psalm 62:8 that we are to pour out our hearts to Him, not in bitterness or complaint, but in need. And YES, we all are in need! But He is our God who knows our needs and He cares. This week, we will continue in Isaiah 43:18-19 each day and also will pray through Psalm 92. Keep praying, friends, SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING! Have a blessed week! Gina

Monday, September 25, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 1-3

Prayer Pointer/Promises: Ready for good news? Through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, God has rendered the fight we face as His fight too. Because of Jesus, every fight has been ultimately won. Victory? It’s already yours. It’s already mine. ~Jennie Allen in Get Out of Your Head

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, it is GOOD to come to You today as a worshipper. I know that You don’t need my worship but You invite me to worship so that I can encounter Your character. You are a GOOD, GOOD God! Help me, Holy Spirit, to be a PROCLAIMER of the goodness of God everywhere I walk today. (if you are a singer, consider offering praise in a song and of course, add your own prayers!) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: Look more closely at today’s scripture, Psalm 92:1-3 asking the Holy Spirit to instruct you and to convict you. Write a prayer in response.

As you have time: Worship Song for Today: O Most High

Tuesday, September 26, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 4-6

Prayer Pointer/Promises: Our moods may shift, but God’s doesn’t. Our minds may change, but God’s doesn’t. Our devotion may falter, but God’s never does. Even if we are faithless, he is faithful, for he cannot betray himself. He is a sure God.  ~Max Lucado

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, You have done so much for me and I say “THANK YOU!” How GREAT are Your works, O Lord! Holy Spirit, I ask You to cause a song of praise to “erupt” in my heart today! Bring a greater revelation of the profound thoughts of my God! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: Look more closely at today’s scripture, Psalm 92:4-6 asking the Holy Spirit to instruct you and to convict you. Write a prayer in response.

As you have time: Listen to Goodness and Mercy by Max Lucado (1 minute)

Wednesday, September 27, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 7-9

Prayer Pointer/Promises: When the Lord Jesus was living upon earth, His great work was to overcome Satan. When at His baptism He was filled with the Spirit, this fullness of the Spirit brought him into contact with Satan as head of the world of evil spirits, to combat him and to overcome him (Matt. 4:1,10) ~Andrew Murray

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to remember that people are not my enemy. You came to overcome satan, our enemy and to save the world from his hold. Help me to walk in the authority of Your Cross, knowing that I have Your “backing” as I pray in Your Name. In the midst of the battles of this world, help me to exalt You as King of Kings and Lord of Lords! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: How has God helped you overcome spiritual battles in the past?

As you have time: Pray a spiritual warfare prayer: Strengthen my faith, Lord. Forgive my sins, so that I may be clean in your righteousness. Make me brave, so I can stand and fight the spiritual battles in my life and in our world. Give me your wisdom and discernment so I won’t be caught off guard. Together, Lord, we’ll win, because in truth, you already have. While evil still roams, the power of Your name and Your blood rises up to defeat and bring us victory against every evil planned against us. While malicious actions may disturb us, we use the armor of God You have given us to stand firm. You will bring justice in due time for all the harm and needless violence aimed at Your children. Until then, we remain in Your presence, aligned with Your purposes, and we look to You as our Supreme Commander and Protector. Help us to avoid temptation, and deliver us from evil, Lord. You are the Mighty One, the One Who will ultimately bring all evil to light. With You, Jesus, we are safe. Amen.

Thursday, September 28, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 10-12

Prayer Pointer/Promises: “Each morning bend your heads, ye priests of the Most High, for the fresh anointing for the new ministries that await you. The former grace and strength will not suffice; old texts must be rejuvenated and reminted; old vows must be re-spoken; the infilling of the Holy Spirit must be as vivid, and may be as definite, as at the first.” (Meyer)

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I receive the fresh anointing of Your Holy Spirit today. Thank You for causing me to “flourish” for Your Kingdom’s purposes today. In the midst of the spiritual battles surrounding me, help me to keep my eyes on You. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: Am I relying on the fresh anointing of God’s Spirit daily?

As you have time: Worship Song for Today: Fill My Cup, Lord

Friday, September 29, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92: 13-15

Prayer Pointer/Promises: How are we able to do the kind of works Jesus did? Jesus anticipated this question and addressed it: “I am going to the Father. And I will do whatever you ask in my name so that the Son may bring glory to the Father.” He was saying, “I will be on the throne. You will be on earth. What you ask in my name I will do. That’s how my work will continue.” ~Alvin Vandergriend in The Joy of Prayer

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, teach me what it means to be truly “planted” in Your House. I desire to flourish until the day You take me to Heaven. I want to be about my Father’s business every day while I’m here. Help me to ask in Your Name for Your Kingdom to come and Your will be done. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: What does it mean to you to be “planted in the house of the Lord?”

As you have time: 10 Verses about God’s People Planted

Saturday, September 30, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 92

Take some time today to rest and review. You don’t always have to be “doing”. Sometimes God just wants you to “be”. If you are able read Psalm 92 again slowly allowing Holy Spirit to inspire more prayer.

New Bible/prayer prompts for October will be posted at midnight on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

Dear Praying Friends, As I was driving through a neighborhood recently, out of the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of someone cleaning the front picture window of their home. The thought that immediately came to mind was “clearer vision.” Don’t we all want a “clearer vision” when it comes to the business of God’s Kingdom? This week, we will visit Isaiah 43:18-19 again and scriptures focused on “seeing” things from God’s perspective. Let’s keep praying SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING! Blessings, Gina

Monday, September 18, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Jeremiah 29:11

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God wants to give you a greater vision of who He is and the plans He has for you. Satan’s goal is to use guilt, insecurity and fears to keep us from growing and living a full, joyful life. You can tap into the power of God’s vision for your life by meditating on Scriptures of promise! ~ Bible Study Tools

Prayer “Fuel”: This prayer is taken from Bible Verses about Vision: Lord, I praise you for inviting me into your eternal purpose. I thank you that you are working out everything in conformity with the purpose of your will (Ephesians 1:11). You are the master strategist. Give me a greater vision of your purpose for my life. Awaken my heart and establish your reign in my life. Out of Your glorious riches strengthen me with power through Your Spirit in my inner being and give me a spirit of wisdom and revelation that I may know you better (Ephesians 3:16-17). Make me fully alive to your destiny in my life. Amen.

Think/Journal/Apply: Ask God to show you a deeper revelation of His plans for you.

As you have time: Listen or read Your Life is a Crafted Narrative by Max Lucado (1 minute)

Tuesday, September 19, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Acts 2:38

Prayer Pointer/Promises: When God opens our eyes and shows us sin in our lives, He does this as a Good Father. He desires to work in these areas to bring forth the image of Christ.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me to understand that repentance is a good gift. When You show me areas of sin in my life, help me to quickly turn to You, asking Your Holy Spirit to captivate my heart there. I know that I am part of a Bride who will one day be presented “without spot or wrinkle.” (Ephesians 5:27) Give me greater “vision” of what You desire for me. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: How have I viewed repentance?

As you have time: Listen to The Gift of Repentance from Our Daily Bread (3:05 minutes)

Wednesday, September 20, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, John 10:10

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God’s plans for me include abundant life.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, open my eyes to see where our enemy is working to destroy. Help me to submit to You and to resist satan so he must flee. (James 4:7) Thank You for your promise of abundant life in Christ. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit and let me overflow into a hurting world. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is God showing me places where I need to “armor up”? (Ephesians 6:11)

As you have time: This is AWESOME! Watch Of Fingerprints and Galaxies

Thursday, September 21, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Ephesians 3:16-17

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God wants to strengthen me with the power of the Holy Spirit.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for Your glorious riches that strengthen me day by day in this troubled world. Help me to live as an overcomer, filled with Your Spirit and bringing the fragrance of Christ to those hurting around me. Please give me opportunities to tell others about You. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Ask God to give you a deeper understanding of His glorious riches mentioned in Ephesians 3:16-17.

As you have time: Explore Ephesians 3:16 in more depth on the Verse by Verse Commentary

Friday, September 22, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Habakkuk 2:2-3

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God’s timing is perfect.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, in the midst of the “waiting rooms” of life, give me a greater vision of eternity. Help me to wait patiently for Your revelation in every area of my life. I desire to be in Your perfect will. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is it hard for me to wait? Why or why not?

As you have time: Priscilla Shirer suggests using the 5 P’s of Bible Study: POSITION yourself to hear from God; PORE over the passage and paraphrase the major points; PULL out the spiritual principles; POSE the question; PLAN obedience and pin down a date to follow through. Try this method with today’s scriptures: Isaiah 43:18-19, Habakkuk 2:2-3

Saturday & Sunday, September 23 & 24, 2023: REVIEW this week’s Bible readings: Isaiah 43:18-19, Jeremiah 29:11, Acts 2:38, John 10:10, Ephesians 3:16-17, Habakkuk 2:2-3

Review your week and think about what God has been saying to you. I encourage you to take time to meet with other believers for corporate prayer and worship.

Posts for the Week of September 25-30, 2023 will be available at midnight on Monday, September 25, 2023. Keep praying!

Dear Praying Friends~ This week my calendar shows Patriot Day, (9/11), National Day of Encouragement (9/12), and Rosh Hashanah, 9/15-17. It seems like people are always looking for something to celebrate. I remind you that as Christians, we celebrate the freedom and joy of the salvation purchased for us by Christ EVERY DAY. This week we will again be reading Isaiah 43:18-19. In addition, we will read and pray through Psalm 27. I hope you will join us as we pray SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING! Blessings, Gina

Monday, September 11, 2023: Patriot Day Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27:1-3

Pause in prayer for the families who are remembering loved ones who died on September 11, 2001 in the Twin Towers attack.

Prayer Pointer/promises: In the midst of troubling times, the Lord is my CONFIDENCE.

Prayer “Fuel”: (naming this section differently beginning today) Lord, today as our Nation pauses again to remember that terrible day of September 11, 2001, please comfort those who are remembering loved ones and friends who died on that day. Help those who are still outside Your Kingdom to come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Help me to walk in greater Holy Spirit CONFIDENCE today with the assurance that in good days and bad ones, You are with me. Thank You for being the light of my life and a safe stronghold. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Tuesday, September 12, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27:4-6

Today is the National Day of Encouragement. Can you give a hug, smile, or prayer to someone who needs it?

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God INVITES me into His House. I am welcomed there because of what Jesus did for me.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, thank You for opening the door to Your House for me to come in. Help me to be a “seeker” all the days of my life on “this side” of Heaven. I want to love You more and long for You more. Thank you for INVITING to know You more and for making Yourself known to me. I come today with open hands and an expectant heart. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Am I seeking God today? Why or why not?

As you have time: Worship Song for Today The More I Seek You, please pray for intercessors from all over our Nation gathering at the National Prayer Summit this week.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27:7-9

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God HEARS me when I cry out to Him. He will never leave me nor forsake me.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, I do cry out to You today. Thank You for HEARING my cries and sighs, my moans and groans today. Forgive me for where I look to the world for refuge. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is there a “heart cry” that I need to express to the Lord?

As you have time: Worship Song for today Hear My Cry, O God; Please pray for intercessors from all over our Nation gathering at the National Prayer Summit this week.

Thursday, September 14, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27:10-12

Prayer Pointer/Promises: The Lord TEACHES me His ways. He defends me in the day of trouble because I am His.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, TEACH me Your ways today. Show me Your straight paths and help me to stay on them. Help me to be a good and faithful and TEACHABLE student of Yours today. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Have I looked to parents/loved ones to provide what only God can provide for me?

As you have time: Read a portion of the commentary on Psalm 27 from the Blue Letter Bible. Please pray for intercessors from all over our Nation gathering at the National Prayer Summit this week.

Friday, September 15, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27:13-14

Today is the start of Rosh Hashanah. Please pray for Jewish people everywhere to come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God helps me to WAIT.

Prayer “Fuel”: Lord, help me today in the places where I need to WAIT upon You. I will go where You send me, but I want to be sure to stay in Your timing. Calm my anxious heart in those places that feel pressing and fearful. You have not given me a spirit of fear. (2 Timothy 1:7) (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/ Apply: Respond to this statement by Charles Spurgeon: “Wait at his door with prayer; wait at his foot with humility; wait at his table with service; wait at his window with expectancy.”

As you have time: Read a portion of the commentary on Psalm 27 from the Blue Letter Bible. Please pray for intercessors from all over our Nation gathering at the National Prayer Summit this week.

Saturday & Sunday, September 16 & 17, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 27

Take some time this weekend to really rest. Consider spending time with friends and family. Fellowship can be so life-giving. I encourage you to participate in corporate worship and prayer with other believers.

As you have time: Review the promises of Psalm 27 (see below) that we prayed through this week. Pray for the intercessors who gathered at the National Prayer Summit who will be heading home.

We prayed through these promises this week:

In the midst of troubling times, the Lord is my CONFIDENCE.

God INVITES me into His House. I am welcomed there because of what Jesus did for me.

God HEARS me when I cry out to Him. He will never leave me nor forsake me.

The Lord TEACHES me His ways. He defends me in the day of trouble because I am His.

God helps me to WAIT.

Thank you for praying with us this week. Next post will be available on Monday, September 18, 2023 at midnight. Let’s keep praying!

Dear Praying Friends ~ As we march forward into September and leave Summer 2023 behind, let’s keep praying. This week’s posts will again include Isaiah 43:18-19. We will also visit Psalm 23:1-6. These verses may be familiar to many of us, but it feels important to visit them again. Let’s keep praying SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING! Have a blessed week! Gina

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD!

Tuesday, September 5, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 23:1

Prayer Pointer/Promise: I have EVERYTHING I need in Christ!

Prayer “Starter”: Holy Spirit, fill me with fresh faith to believe and receive the promise of Psalm 23:1. I have EVERYTHING I need in Christ. Jesus, thank You for being my Good Shepherd. Father, thank You for sending Jesus to rescue me. I want to know You more and love You more! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Do I believe that I have EVERYTHING I need in Christ? Why or why not?

As you have time: Worship Song for Today Great is Thy Faithfulness, pause throughout today as you are able and say, “Thank You, Lord, that I have EVERYTHING I need in Christ!”

Wednesday, September 6, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 23:2

Prayer Pointer/Promise: Jesus, my Good Shepherd, provides me REST!

Prayer “Starter”: Lord, help me to truly REST in You! Forgive me for the places where I do not obey You in REST. Help me to learn Your rhythms of work and REST. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: How difficult is it for me to walk in the Lord’s REST? Why or why not?

As you have time: Worship Song for Today Be Still and Know; pause today as you are able and whisper a prayer: Lord, teach me how to REST in You.

Thursday, September 7, 2023: Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 23:3-4

Prayer pointer/promises: The Lord refreshes us and GUIDES me. He GUIDES me, even in difficult places, providing supernatural peace.

Prayer “starter”: Lord, I thank You again today for being a Good Shepherd who GUIDES me in every one of life’s paths. I claim Your promise today to be with me even in the darkest days of life. Thank You for refreshing my life with the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/journal/apply: Do I need to pause today to be refreshed by my Good Shepherd?

As you have time: Worship Song for today God Will Make a Way; pause today and whisper a prayer: Thank You, Lord, for being my GUIDE!

Friday, September 8, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 23:5-6

Prayer Pointer/Promises: God PROVIDES for me even in the midst of the trouble of this world. His presence is with me in each moment.

Prayer “Starter”: Lord, thank You that even in the darkest places where I am surrounded by enemies, You PROVIDE for me. You PROVIDE an overflowing “cup” in the midst of life’s troubles and triumphs. That is triumph! Thank You! Open my understanding in a greater way today to understand Psalm 23:5-6. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR NEW THING!

Think/Journal/Apply: Is there any place today where I feel I’m lacking provision? Speak to the Lord about this.

As You Have Time: Bible Study Tool 20 Bible Verses About Provision

Saturday & Sunday, September 9 & 10, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 23:1-6 (both days if possible)

Take some time for true Sabbath this weekend. I encourage you to make time for corporate worship and prayer. And as you have a moment, review the promises of Psalm 23:1-6 that we prayed this week:

I have EVERYTHING I need in Christ!

Jesus, my Good Shepherd, provides me REST!

The Lord refreshes us and GUIDES me. He GUIDES me, even in difficult places, providing supernatural peace.

God PROVIDES for me even in the midst of the trouble of this world. His presence is with me in each moment.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD!

Thanks for joining us in prayer this week. Bible and prayer posts for September 11-17, 2023 will be posted at midnight on Monday, September 11. Keep praying, friends!

Dear Praying Friends, In August we prayed, “Show us Your glory, Lord as we surrender all!” Perhaps you felt some heartache while praying along with us in August. I believe that prayers of “surrender” mean that I am dying to my own desires to take on the image of Jesus. Scripture reminds us that when a “seed” falls on the ground and dies, it produces much fruit. (John 12:2). It will be exciting to see the fruit of our August 2023 season of prayer. As we continue into September, I invite you to pray SHOW US YOUR GLORY, Lord as WE EMBRACE YOUR “NEW THING”, based on Isaiah 43:18-19. I encourage you to read this scripture daily in September, along with the other scriptures included in the daily posts. Keep praying, friends! ~Gina

Friday, September 1, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19

Prayer Pointer: …there is a sense in which we must remember the past, in terms of God’s great work on our behalf. There is also a sense in which we must forsake and forget the past, with all its discouragement and defeat, and move on to what God has for us in the future. ~Enduring Word Commentary

Prayer “Starter”: Holy Spirit, help me to follow Your leading every day as I look to the future. When I get discouraged, remind me of the great ways that I have been delivered and protected in the past. As I face uncertain days, clarify God’s plans for my life so that I can walk in absolute obedience. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR “NEW THING.”

Think/Journal/Apply: Looking back, note some places where God has met you with help and hope.

As you have time: Listen to He Will Make All Things New by Max Lucado. (1 minute) A worship song for today: All Things New by Hillsong Worship

Saturday & Sunday, September 2 & 3, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17 (both days if you are able)

Think/Journal/Apply: Do I believe that I am a new creation? Why or why not? Continue praying about this.

Take some time for true Sabbath this long weekend if you are able. Try to gather with other believers in corporate prayer and worship.`

Monday, September 4, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:18-19, Isaiah 40:31

Prayer Pointer: …the Lord is to be waited upon for the manifestations of himself, who sometimes hides himself, but is to be waited for, since he has his set time to show himself again, and his presence is worth waiting for… ~Gill’s Exposition of the Bible

Prayer “Starter”: Lord, help me to be obedient in the waiting. Let me know what to do and when to do it. Let me know when to wait for Your further instructions. When I grow impatient, remind me of the importance of waiting upon You. I trust Your timing as I wait upon You. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE EMBRACE YOUR “NEW THING.”

Think/Journal/Apply:  In what circumstances is it difficult for you to wait for the Lord? Why?

As you have time: Read Waiting by Chuck Swindoll. (brief read)

More daily posts will be available after this holiday weekend, at midnight on Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Praying friends~It is hard to believe that another month is coming to an end. I feel I should continue posting into September. Please pray for a clear “word” from the Lord as to the direction in prayer He wants us to take in September. I have been amazed to see how He is using this for His glory. If you have a prayer “nugget” that you think would be blog worthy, I’d love for you to share that with me. You can send submissions for consideration for the blog to this email: rhythmsofgrace721@gmail.com. Let’s pray August 2023 into the history books: Show us Your Glory, Lord as We Surrender All! ~Gina

Monday, August 28, 2023: Read Isaiah 43:16-19

Prayer Pointer: As you walk through the valley of the unknown, you will find the footprints of Jesus both in front of you and beside you. – Charles Stanley

Prayer “Starter”: Listen to God Will Make a Way; Pray: Lord, thank You for Your promise to make a way for me through the difficulties of this life. Jesus, You completely understand the difficulties and adversity that we all encounter here. Help my brothers and sisters worldwide in every trial they face today. Be glorified, Lord, in each life. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE SURRENDER ALL.

Think/Journal/Apply: Is God calling you to let go of some old things so that He can bring His new things into your life? (Isaiah 43:18-19) Talk to Him about this.

As You Have Time: Read God will Make a Way, a brief devotional by Pastor Rick Warren

Tuesday, August 29, 2023: Read Romans 11:33

Prayer Pointer: The riches of God’s wisdom and knowledge manifest His complete, comprehensive, and sovereign ultimate plan. Not only is He omniscient in that plan, but He executes it with wisdom. Whatever wisdom and knowledge man might have, it does not compare to the infinite extent of God’s. Our wisdom is only a passing glance of what God is about. ~Verse by Verse Commentary for Romans 11:33

Prayer “Starter”: Lord, I know that my human thinking just barely scratches the surface of Who You are and what You have done for me. I ask You to take me into a deeper understanding of all that You have given me through the Cross. Holy Spirit, come and fill me today afresh and anew with the purposes of Your Kingdom. I pray this for my brothers and sisters all over the world. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE SURRENDER ALL!

Think/Journal/Apply: Note any words in Romans 11:33 that are speaking to you. Pen a prayer based on your meditation.

As you have time: Worship Song for Today: Romans 11 Doxology; go on a “treasure hunt” in God’s Word, searching out His promises. Here is a place to start: God’s Promises in the Bible

Wednesday, August 30, 2023: Read John 17:15-17

Prayer Pointer: Go deeper and deeper into His Word. You cannot exhaust it. It cannot be comprehended in its fullness in all the days of our lives. So number your days; discipline yourself to be a man of the Word, a woman of the Word. Study it, learn it, know it, believe it, and obey it. Then I guarantee that when the test or the trial or the temptation comes, you will be the overcomer: “This is the victory that has overcome the world–our faith.” (1 John 5:4) ~Kay Arthur

Prayer “starter”: Lord, You have left us in the world to be proclaimers of Who You are to the world. Protect us from the evil one and teach us how to walk in this world the way that You did when You were here. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit and help us to be people devoted to living out of Your Word. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE SURRENDER ALL!

Think/Journal/Apply: What encouragement do you draw from today’s Bible reading? What words convict you? Pray about these things.

As you have time: Watch Going Forward John 17:15 Jesus is Praying for You (2:57)

Thursday, August 31, 2023: Acts 19:2 & Luke 24:49 TLB

Prayer Pointer: The Spirit of God longs to give you his great power. He will guide, teach and energize you. He will shoulder the burdens you were never intended to carry. Challenges come with life, but they need not define your life. Help is here. ~Max Lucado in Help is Here: Finding FRESH STRENGTH and PURPOSE in the POWER of the HOLY SPIRIT

Prayer “Starter”: Holy Spirit, I want to know You more. Teach me about Who You are and fill me with Your power. Guide me in the decisions I face each day so that I am aligned with the will of God. I’m sorry for times when I try to trudge ahead in my own strength rather than in Yours. Thank You for being my Help and my Comforter. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE SURRENDER ALL!

Think/Journal/Apply: Think of a time in your life when you felt burned out or overwhelmed. How did you try to cope with that burn out?

As you have time: Listen to Sealed by the Spirit by Max Lucado (6:53)

Thanks for joining us in August as we prayed SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE SURRENDER ALL!

I hope you will join us in September as we continue in prayer. New posts will be available at midnight on Friday, September 1, 2023! Pray on, Saints! ~Gina