DAY 26 – March 6th – Warriors Fight on Their Knees
Scriptures: Psalm 69:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Clara continues in prayer, “Raise up warriors who will fight on their knees.”
Sometimes the most difficult part of the fight is to stay on our knees. In our impatience or pride, we may think that we have diagnosed the problem and know just how to fix things. But the truth is that we don’t know what we don’t know. Only God knows every detail—the past, present, and even the future. Only God knows the intention of the heart and mind behind the decision and situation, who the victim is and where the fault really belongs.*
Staying on our knees keeps us from charging in and making the situation worse in our ignorance. Write down your prayer requests and ask God to give you insight and instructions. In situations where you feel anger, frustration, or other negative feelings, ask God to deal with your emotions and attitudes. Stay on your knees and ask the questions, “What does love require? Are my desires self-serving or God-serving?”*
It is Day 26 of the 40 Day Prayer Journey. Keep pressing in praying and studying God’s Word.
Write down how you would want to be treated if the tables were turned. Would you be willing to change the tire of the man who wanted you thrown in jail? God can only raise you up if you are willing to stay down on your knees in humble prayer (Psalm 69:13).*(Kathy Branzell)
Pray:
- Repent of failing to show acts of kindness to those who mistreat or offend us or our love ones.
- Repent of withholding mercy and love out of judgment and vengeance.
- Pray that believers and you grow in grace, mercy and love to make an impact in the lives of others and in the world.
- Pray that the fruit of the spirit will abound in you and in and through the church.
- Pray for the physically disabled. Pray that they will be surrounded with loving friends and family; for physical stamina and healing; for financial burdens of therapy and special care, and that they will love and honor God.
Linda Fegins, The Prayer Leader
DAY 27 – March 7th – Help People
Scriptures: Psalm 31:1–5; Matthew 25:35-40
Michael tells Tony, “Yeah, I’m a paramedic. But I’m also a Christian, which means I help people while I am helping people.”
Pray about how you can live out being a Christian where ever your work, whatever the circumstances, however hard it may be to speak the truth with love. Write down some positions/ titles you hold and profess: “I’m a mom/dad, CEO, nurse, IT expert, executive, grandparent, educator, coach, etc., but most importantly, I’m a Christian, which means I ______________ while I am __________.*
Ask God to permeate every relationship and responsibility in your life. Write down and pray about specific situations where it is difficult to be a Christian. Ask God to give you courage, strength and steadfastness do His will, no matter what (Psalm 31:1–5).*(Kathy Branzell)
Pray:
- Pray to grow in faith and to surrender to the Holy Spirit as a powerful demonstration of His love and power.
- Pray to walk in God’s grace as members of the body of Christ and to demonstrate His love, mercy, grace, and power to the world.
- Pray for homeless people. Pray for immediate relief, shelter, food and health care; that Christ will restore hope for the future. Pray for protection from the risks of life on the streets for the homeless and for employment, housing and restored family life.
- Pray for your co-workers especially the difficult ones. Pray that God will give you divine appointments to witness to those who do not know the Lord.
- Pray for your neighbors. Pray for God’s peace to be upon those who live on your street or in your housing complex. Ask God to give you an opportunity to witness to them about God’s love.
Linda Fegins , The Prayer Leader 2/2/2016
#1 by sepkje lind on March 6, 2016 - 12:01 PM
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May the Holy Spirit cleanse heart and thoughts before prayer,that it be acceptable to God the Father, Amen