Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. -Romans 12:12, ESV
“When Jesus describes the intimacy he wants with us, he talks about joining us for dinner. ‘Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If any hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.’ (Revelation 3:20). A praying life feels like our … Continue reading Prayer that invites Jesus to dinner
This week’s Praying for the World prayer guide examines the post-Christian modernist secular culture we live in and how to respond to those who claim to be non-religious but are spiritually seeking. Our prayer is that people would turn away from empty philosophies and turn toward faith in Jesus Christ. In addition to considering the … Continue reading Prayer that people put their faith in Christ
This week’s Praying for the World prayer guide highlights the possibilities and pitfalls of bringing together the power of the smartphone and the power of the Gospel; and Egypt, the most culturally influential Arab country with an ancient, living, suffering Church at its heart. With the timing of our current meetings being online, these prayer … Continue reading Prayer that connects with God
This week’s installment of Praying for the World focuses on Bible Translation, Cuba and the Cote D’Ivoire. Here are the items for prayer: Pray for those who translate, publish, distribute and teach the Bible as they try to put the Word of Life within reach of everyone in the world. Pray for all those communicating … Continue reading Prayer that God speaks to our hearts in our own language
Prayers for Hope 