Praying for the church
Praying for the church
With a
little help from Philippians 4: 1-9 we develop some tips and prayer
points. This will provide a systematic guide in praying for specific
things in the church - whether it is your local church or the wider
body of Christ.
verse
by verse
1. Stand
fast in the Lord
Pray that
our brothers and sisters will be rooted and firm in their faith. Not
blown about by every attack, false doctrine or sin that satan brings
along.
2. Be
of the same mind
Unity
in the spirit is vital if we want to see God move. Pray that we will
all have a similar desire to see God's will done in this area. Pray
against satan's oldest tricks being used in our mist e.g hurts, anger,
unforgiveness, offence.
3. Labour
in the gospel
Let's
pray for those who are already labouring in this vineyard. For God's
strength and protection. Also pray that the Lord will send more labourers
who will have a heart and desire to work in this locality.
4. Rejoice in the Lord
Pray for
the spirit of thanksgiving and appreciation. We all need to be able
to appreciate the goodness of God in our life if we are going to see
more of His love.
5. Gentleness
Lets ask
God for the fruit of the spirit. Spiritual growth changes character.
Lets pray that the "bad things" our souls have picked up while
in the world will be exposed and dealt with by the Holy Spirit in our
individual lives.
6. Be
anxious for nothing
Worry
exalts the enemy, troubles the soul and weakens the body. Lets pray
for a strong walk of faith in our individual. Our prayers should be
mixed with thanksgiving. lives.
7. Guard
our minds
A sound
mind can comprehend the will of God. Pray for the people to have sound
minds, free from the oppression that the lies of satan can bring.
8. Meditate
on the Word
This is
a command. Do it.
9. Being
an example
Pray that your life will be an example to others.
Please feel free to contact Rev. Mother Theresa if you have any questions or comments,
Thank you and God Bless you!
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