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WOMEN’S PRAYER GUIDE

August 2008

LET US PREPARE OUR HEARTS AND MINDS

Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Acknowledge that the Lord is God! He made us, and we are his. We are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation. (Psalm 100:1-5)

The Lord is king! He is robed in majesty. Indeed, the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength.

The world is firmly established; it cannot be shaken. Your throne, O Lord, has been established from time immemorial. You yourself are from the everlasting past. The mighty oceans have roared, O Lord.

The mighty oceans roar like thunder; the mighty oceans roar as they pound the shore. But mightier than the violent raging of the seas, mightier than the breakers on the shore — the Lord above is mightier than these! Your royal decrees cannot be changed. The nature of your reign, O Lord, is holiness forever. (Psalm 93:1-5)

LET US CONFESS OUR SINS

For from within, out of a person’s heart, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, eagerness for lustful pleasure, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness. All these vile things come from within; they are what defile you and make you unacceptable to God. (Mark 7:21-23)

Since we have God’s promises, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God. (2 Corinthians 7:1)

This is what the Sovereign Lord, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.” (Isaiah 30:15)

I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more. (Isaiah 43:25)

LET US RENEW OUR HEARTS AND OUR COMMITMENT TO THE LORD

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. (Galatians 6:9-10)

And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. (Ephesians 4:30-32)

LET US OFFER PETITIONS TO THE LORD

Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. (Colossians 3:12-14)

Pray for your relationships with others:

  • Greater love and compassion for others
  • Loved ones
  • Those who do not know Christ
  • Those in need
  • Your activities for the day
  • Special concerns

LET US PRAY FOR OUR CHURCH

This month marks a new beginning for Sunday school classes, KidStuf, Pioneer Clubs, Bible studies, and youth activities. Pray that children, teens, and adults will take advantage of these opportunities to grow spiritually in the knowledge and love of Jesus Christ and in fellowship with one another.

Pray for an outpouring of volunteers to work in Children’s Ministries. Pray that the volunteers will be enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve in this capacity and that God will encourage and reward them for faithful service. Pray that each volunteer will make a difference in the life of a child this year. Pray that children who attended Power Up Clubs will attend KidStuf and Pioneer Clubs and will be welcomed into our body. Pray that adult family members will attend KidStuf and will be encouraged to attend church services. Help members of the body love others like Jesus loved us. Let us be first in demonstrating our love by welcoming strangers and giving preference to others.

Pray that God will incline the heart of each member to be faithful in giving so that we can meet operational expenses. Help us to remember that giving is an act of worship.  

Pray for our deacons, elders, staff members, and those who teach us and lead us in worship. Remember our commended missionaries as they serve around the world.

CLOSING

My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from him.  He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. One thing God has spoken, two things have I heard: that you, O God, are strong, and that you, O Lord, are loving. (Psalm 62:1-2, 5-8, 11-12)

         

Note: If you are interested in praying with other women during the 1st or 2nd hour one Sunday a month, please contact Margaret Davis.