My Stomach Grumbleth
Submitted by Anita Schwartz:
I remember in church when I was a teenager that we not only had a prayer chain where people committed to pray a specific hour every day, but we had a “fasting chain” where people agreed to fast on one particular day of the week so that our congregation was praying and fasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Fasting is to abstain from food. Some more modern suggested fasts are fasting from social media, fasting from sarcasm or negative talk, and fasting from the news. There’s also fasting from food for one meal or during daylight hours.
I think all of the above are worthy and beneficial, but I would like to talk about fasting in the traditional sense. Have you ever fasted from all food for more than 24 hours for the express purpose of prayer? If you haven’t, you are definitely missing an opportunity to draw near to God in a very intimate way. As a bonus, James 4:8 tells us that if we draw near to God, He will draw near to us!
Jesus said in Matthew 6, “When you fast…,” not if, but when, as if he expected his followers to do so. I have found it a huge blessing to plan and dedicate times of fasting and prayer. When I am fasting for several days from food, I am reminded in a very physical way (stomach growling, weakness) multiple times, even hourly, throughout each day that I have a Maker who provides for my needs daily. When I feel hungry, but I continue fasting, I am reminded to be thankful for delicious foods and the ability to enjoy them. It’s also an opportunity to deny self and focus on God. Denying myself the comfort and sustenance of food for a time reminds me to praise God for even small blessings that I take for granted every day.
Each time I feel hunger, I remember to pray for those on my prayer list: a friend who recently had by-pass surgery, a young mother going through chemo as she battles breast cancer, a frightened little girl who is being relinquished by her adoptive parents and the family in Texas that is frantically going through paperwork and seeking financing to adopter her and provider her a family that will love her forever—and more. When I see everyone enjoying my favorite pizza and I want a bite, but I decline, I think of Jesus and the far greater sacrifice He made for us.
When I am weak from hunger, I must draw on strength from above, and I realize that “God is my refuge and STRENGTH,” (Psalm 46:1) and as little children often sing, “I am weak, but He is strong.” It is so easy for adults to forget the weakness and vulnerability we experienced as little children. When we were very small, we accepted that we were powerless to care for our own needs, to drive where we needed to go, to even survive without someone caring for us. We grew up and found that we could care for ourselves, and sometimes we forget that we still have One who cares for us, without whom we would not survive.
Throughout each day, I like to think that I am in constant prayer, that I have a running conversation going with my heavenly Father. But when I am fasting, I realize that I am in constant prayer at a much deeper level. Minute by minute, my growling stomach urges me to remember who it is that sustains me. I am constantly, constantly, in a powerful, tangible way, reminded to turn to God.
If you’ve never fasted from food—or if it’s been awhile since you’ve entered into several days of meditating on God and denying your physical desires—I believe that you may find fasting beneficial to drawing you closer to God. I am no Biblical scholar, but I know why fasting and prayer go hand in hand. Fasting makes me weak, needy, and powerless. Time spent in prayer makes Him strong, benevolent, and ever-present. I call that a win-win.
Friday, September 9, 2011
The Important Lesson of 9/11
It's 10 years later and we're all taking time to remember 9/11. We must never forget how we grieved as a nation, how we were all proud to be Americans and fly the flag, how prayer became a high priority in our lives.
But as you remember 9/11 -- where you were, what you felt -- we must not forget or overlook the most important lesson of that day... WE CANNOT TAKE LIFE FOR GRANTED. You never know which day is your last, so hug your kids (hard and often), hold your spouse's hand "just because," call your mother, reconnect with an old friend. All simple gestures, but always the biggest regrets to the people involved in any tragedy.
Sure, we could obsess about 9/11--the what if's, the could have beens--but nothing will change or improve the situation. See, death is a part of life no one can control, but we can say "I love you" anytime we want.
A few weeks after I got married, my husband and I moved to Washington state. It was the first time I was ever away from home. I had lived at home through college and even though I eventually moved into my own place, I was always just a 10 minute drive away from Mom and Dad. Now I was hundreds of miles away from home and everything familiar.
I didn't know anyone in Washington and so the phone became my lifeline. This was before the day of unlimited calling plans, Skype, mobile chats and cell phones, so our monthly phone bills were pretty hefty. But, my sweet husband knew that a large phone bill was less expensive than flying me home every couple of weeks. That time on the phone became precious and I realized that I never knew when--or if--I would get to talk to Mom and Dad again, so I resolved never again to hang up the phone without saying "I love you" to the special people in my life. That still holds true today even though we're back to living just a few minutes apart. I don't want to take life for granted.
My hope on this 9/11 anniversary is that for every moment we are reminded of all we lost 10 years ago, that we give a hug or an "I love you" to those still here. Let's celebrate the life--although not always perfect--we are so blessed to have. If we celebrate in the face of tragedy, we'll show the world what it means to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave.
But as you remember 9/11 -- where you were, what you felt -- we must not forget or overlook the most important lesson of that day... WE CANNOT TAKE LIFE FOR GRANTED. You never know which day is your last, so hug your kids (hard and often), hold your spouse's hand "just because," call your mother, reconnect with an old friend. All simple gestures, but always the biggest regrets to the people involved in any tragedy.
Sure, we could obsess about 9/11--the what if's, the could have beens--but nothing will change or improve the situation. See, death is a part of life no one can control, but we can say "I love you" anytime we want.
A few weeks after I got married, my husband and I moved to Washington state. It was the first time I was ever away from home. I had lived at home through college and even though I eventually moved into my own place, I was always just a 10 minute drive away from Mom and Dad. Now I was hundreds of miles away from home and everything familiar.
I didn't know anyone in Washington and so the phone became my lifeline. This was before the day of unlimited calling plans, Skype, mobile chats and cell phones, so our monthly phone bills were pretty hefty. But, my sweet husband knew that a large phone bill was less expensive than flying me home every couple of weeks. That time on the phone became precious and I realized that I never knew when--or if--I would get to talk to Mom and Dad again, so I resolved never again to hang up the phone without saying "I love you" to the special people in my life. That still holds true today even though we're back to living just a few minutes apart. I don't want to take life for granted.
My hope on this 9/11 anniversary is that for every moment we are reminded of all we lost 10 years ago, that we give a hug or an "I love you" to those still here. Let's celebrate the life--although not always perfect--we are so blessed to have. If we celebrate in the face of tragedy, we'll show the world what it means to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave.
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
If You Could See Me Now
R.I. P. - Gerald Owen. Well done, good and faithful servant. Great is your reward. This song is exactly how I picture you today and for eternity. You will be missed.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QICc9bCRbTM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QICc9bCRbTM
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Thursday, June 9, 2011
Hope in the Face of Suffering
Difficult things in life… We’ve had our fair share around the Crossroads Ministries office lately. I know you have, too. So that got me to thinking about suffering. As I started going through scriptures, I realized that God has a lot to say about it, too.
“When you walk through the valley, I will be there.” Did you catch that? When, not if, so there will be valleys in our lives. After all, it’s the very difficult things in our lives that God often uses to remind us that He is near. If there were no suffering, would we know what true joy is? The Apostle Paul got it when he said, “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” (Romans 8:18)
Paul was a person, who for the sake of Christ, suffered. He also asked the Lord to remove the thorn that afflicted him, and three times God told Paul that His grace was enough to help Paul through the pain and suffering. God didn’t leave the thorn because he was mad at Paul, but because in Paul’s weakness, God’s strength was able to shine forth. That’s why Paul was able to say, “Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him until that day.” (2 Timothy 1:12)
God’s grace is enough because He has said He would share in the fellowship of our suffering. That’s a pretty heavy revelation. I think we all come to a point in life when, after having followed the detour signs on life’s journey for a while, we suddenly realize that the detour is the road that God had for us to follow all along. God remains faithful even when things don’t turn out the way we expected them to. We just have to be willing to offer complete surrender to God’s plans knowing that while we may bend, He won’t allow us to break.
I think that’s why the song “Blessings” by Laura Story speaks to me so deeply. She asks God, “What if the trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise?” I’ve attached a link to the song below. I hope it ministers to you and challenges your way of thinking about suffering and about God’s blessings. The pain and suffering in this life only remind our hearts that this is not our home. “And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:2-4) We have HOPE… His name is Jesus.
“Blessings” by Laura Story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMeFzFUbmJo&feature=related
Crossroads Ministries USA
P.O. Box 62697
Colorado Springs, CO 80962
719-635-5767
http://www.crossroadsusa.org/ (Donate securely online)
“When you walk through the valley, I will be there.” Did you catch that? When, not if, so there will be valleys in our lives. After all, it’s the very difficult things in our lives that God often uses to remind us that He is near. If there were no suffering, would we know what true joy is? The Apostle Paul got it when he said, “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” (Romans 8:18)
Paul was a person, who for the sake of Christ, suffered. He also asked the Lord to remove the thorn that afflicted him, and three times God told Paul that His grace was enough to help Paul through the pain and suffering. God didn’t leave the thorn because he was mad at Paul, but because in Paul’s weakness, God’s strength was able to shine forth. That’s why Paul was able to say, “Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him until that day.” (2 Timothy 1:12)
God’s grace is enough because He has said He would share in the fellowship of our suffering. That’s a pretty heavy revelation. I think we all come to a point in life when, after having followed the detour signs on life’s journey for a while, we suddenly realize that the detour is the road that God had for us to follow all along. God remains faithful even when things don’t turn out the way we expected them to. We just have to be willing to offer complete surrender to God’s plans knowing that while we may bend, He won’t allow us to break.
I think that’s why the song “Blessings” by Laura Story speaks to me so deeply. She asks God, “What if the trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise?” I’ve attached a link to the song below. I hope it ministers to you and challenges your way of thinking about suffering and about God’s blessings. The pain and suffering in this life only remind our hearts that this is not our home. “And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance character; and character, hope.” (Romans 5:2-4) We have HOPE… His name is Jesus.
“Blessings” by Laura Story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMeFzFUbmJo&feature=related
Crossroads Ministries USA
P.O. Box 62697
Colorado Springs, CO 80962
719-635-5767
http://www.crossroadsusa.org/ (Donate securely online)
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
Blessed in Aging
Join us for our next Volunteer Training Class on March 26, 2011 from 9:00-12:30. Call 719-635-5767 for more information or to reserve your seat or email anita@crossroadsusa.orgBlessed are they who understand
my faltering step and shaking hand
Blessed, who know my ears today must strain to hear the things they say.
Blessed are those who seem to know my eyes are dim and my mind is slow
Blessed are those who look away when I spilled tea that weary day.
Blessed are they who, with cheery smile, stopped to chat for a little while
Blessed are they who know the way to bring back memories of yesterday.
Blessed are those who never say, “You’ve told that story
twice today”
Blessed are they who make it known that I am loved,
respected and not alone.
And blessed are they who will ease the days of
my journey home, in loving ways.
Woodmen Valley Chapel (Rockrimmon campus)
290 E. Woodmen Road - ROOM 107
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
(Directions: From I-25 take Woodmen Road west. At second stoplight follow Woodmen right. Turn right into parking lot just past green-roofed apartments and follow signs to Main Building. Park on east side and enter east doors - Room 107.)
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Friday, August 6, 2010
Prayer & Praise - August 9-13
August 9
Warfare prayer:
2 Corinthians 10:3-5: “3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4. (For the weapons of our warfare not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5. Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;”
Revelation 12:11: “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death.”
Jeremiah 29:11: “And the vision of all is become unto you as the words of a book that is sealed, which deliver to one that is learned, saying, Read this, I pray thee: and he saith, I cannot; for it is sealed:”
PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, We come boldly to Your throne of grace and declare and decree the power and authority You have given to us through the name of Your son, the anointed raised Jesus. Open our eyes and ears in the spiritual realm on behalf of Crossroad Ministry and all of those involved in it. Give us Your insight and battle plan to war against the spiritual forces that are or may try to stop the purpose and call of this ministry and its people. Remind us daily that the weapons of our warfare are not physical, but mighty for the pulling down of strongholds (2 Cor. 10:3-5). We choose to lay down every proud and lofty thought of our own and submit to your spirit alone. We align with God and use the Word of God to defeat our enemies. We will overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony. (Rev. 12:11) Likewise, lift my presence be known in the camp of my enemies. Let my arrival and presence in the spiritual world that we enter by prayer cause all my enemies to tremble and flee in fear of the mighty name of Jesus. Instead of being overcome, we shall overcome. Victorious, not looking at circumstance, but at God. We will fulfill the destiny You have ordained since before the beginning of time. (Jer. 29:11) “…For I know the plans I have for you, plans to give you hope and a future…” We are led by the Spirit of the living God that resides within us. Amen.
PRAISE:
It’s so amazing to think that we can stop at anytime, anywhere and for any reason and pray. We are so thankful for you, our prayer partners, and the power your effectual prayer brings.
August 10
Prayer for healing:
1 Peter 2:24: “Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed”
PRAYER:
Father, in Jesus mighty name, we claim Your word concerning healing and health; that we will be strong in our spirits, souls and bodies, equipped to do the work of the ministry. We believe we are healed by the power of Your Word (1 Peter 2:24). The promised word is yes and amen; therefore we declare with great boldness and confidence that we are set free from all infirmity and refuse to tolerate the curse of sickness and all its varying symptoms. We declare wholeness, nothing missing and nothing broken. In the name of Jesus, body be whole!
PRAISE:
The residents continue to be opened and receptive to prayer. Praise God for their ever growing faith.
August 11
Prayer of thanksgiving:
Mathew 18:18: “Verily, I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever ye shall loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
PRAYER:
Heavenly Father, we give you great praise and thanksgiving for sending Your Son and engrafting us into the family of God with all the benefits and provisions of your children, joint heirs with Jesus. Thank you that we can stand in the power and authority, in the name of your precious son, Jesus Christ, and do even greater works than Jesus because He chose to die so that His Spirit could remain in us as our power, authority, advocate, comforter, guide, and ever present help in time of trouble.
Thank you, Jesus, that we can come in Your name and cut off all demonic assignments that have been made against us. Satan, according to Mathew 18:18, you and all your demons are bound from not only Crossroads Ministry, but also our bodies, our minds, our position, our families, homes, and finances--individually and corporately. Father, thank you for rebuking Satan and assigning angels to bring to no effect all confusion, division, anger, wrath, criticism, condemnation, pride, envy, gossip, slander, murder, evil speaking, complaining, lying, false teaching, negative words, hindering, retaliation, deceiving, religious, occult, or spirits of witchcraft.
Thank you for giving us wisdom, knowledge, insight, understanding, and discernment that we may do the works of righteousness through your Son. Amen.
PRAISE:
We continue to thank God for bringing new volunteers and chaplain trainees to the ministry.
August 12
Prayer of intercession:
2 Chronicles 7:11-16 - “11 Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of the LORD, and in his own house, he prosperously effected. 12. And the LORD appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have heard thy prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice. 13. If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; 14. If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 15. Now mine eyes shall be open, and mine ears attent unto the prayer in this place. 16. For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.”
PRAYER:
Father, We stand in the gap for Crossroads Ministry. We ask that Your mighty hand be upon this ministry, its leaders, and laborers, and their sphere of influence. As we are prompted to pray, enable us to have your power united with your mercy and grace, as the spirit of the living god leads. Amen.
Principals for effective intercession:
* Praise God. His power is released through praise.
* Confess any sin you have that’s known to you; forgiving so as your prayers are not hindered. Power is released through purity.
* Acknowledge the power of the Spirit of God within you
* Deal aggressively with the enemy using the power of the Word of God.
* Die to your own imaginations; which are the desires for what you feel you should pray, opposed to what God reveals as the core issue and need for prayer.
* Praise God and thank Him in advance for the answers and a great time of prayer.
* Wait before God in silent expectancy; listening for His direction.
* Take action, in faith, according to what God has shown you. It is promised, “Ask and you shall receive”!
* Your Bible is the confirmation of His word.
When nothing else comes to mind, thank and praise God for what He has shown you, knowing that from Him and through Him are all things… To God be the glory!
August 13
Pray for favor:
Proverbs 3:4-8, 13, 17, 19, 21: “4. So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. 5. Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 7. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil. 8. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. 13. Happy the man findeth wisdom, and the man getteth understanding. 17. Her ways ways of pleasantness, and all her paths peace. 19.The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens. 21. My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion:. 23. Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.”
PRAYER:
Father, we pray for the leaders of Crossroads Ministries, Kay and Jerry Owen; that they have your wisdom, understanding and knowledge. That your favor would go before them and that you would be their rear guard. We pray that you give them everything they have need of in their personal lives, as well as what they need to bring the fulfillment of the vision you have given them for this ministry. In Jesus name, Amen.
PRAISE:
Although Jerry continues to struggle with his health, we know that God has kept His hand on him. We praise God for Jerry’s determination to keep going and working for the Kingdom.
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Thursday, July 29, 2010
Prayer & Praise, August 2-6
August 2: Prayer for the Churches
Ephesians 1:10, 22-23 “That in the dispensation of the fullness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; in him: And hath put all under his feet, and gave him the head over all to the church, Which is his body, the fullness of him that filleth all in all.”
Luke 2:52 “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.”
PRAYER
Father, we declare favor with the leaders of the churches. as it is written in your word, that we would have favor with God and man, and that you as head of the church will lead and guide your servants to see the importance of the elderly and importance of joining in the work of this ministry to meet their needs. Father, show them your heart. Show them the need. Lead and guide them to be shepherds of your aging sheep. This we ask in Jesus name. Amen.
PRAISE
We are so thankful churches --like Woodmen Valley, Academy Christian, Mountain Springs and Church for all Nations--that have adopted care centers and now provide Bible studies, music ministry and Sunday services.
August 3: Prayer for our City
Acts 7:33 “Then said the Lord to him, Put off thy shoes from thy feet: for the place where you stand is holy ground.”
Matthew 5:14-16 “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid, neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it gives light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
PRAYER
Father, give us this city as a holy city, set apart for You and Your works. We declare that You are Lord and that everywhere we set our feet is won for the Gospel, and is set apart as holy ground in Jesus name. We declare and decree that we are a city set apart as a light to the world; that our light will shine before all men, that they may see our good works and glorify the Father in Heaven.
PRAISE
Thank you, Lord, for all the Christian ministries we have here in Colorado Springs. They are an example for other businesses in our city.
August 4: Prayer for our Leaders
John 15:5 “I am the vine, ye the branches: He that abides in me, and I in him, the same brings forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.”
Daniel 12:3 “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars forever and ever.”
PRAYER
Father, we call in Godly leaders; that You open doors that no man can shut, and shut doors no man can open specifically on behalf of the aged and their provision and protection. Set men in authority that use Your authority, King Jesus, and that even those who do not know You will still follow Your wisdom and integrity on behalf of Your people. We pray laborers to come across their path and show them You, Your character and nature. That they accept You as their Lord and Savior and many will turn to righteousness.
PRAISE
We are thankful for men and women who are not willing to compromise their stand on godly issues just for power or position. Support those leaders that work for issues like preserving the family and the sanctity of human life.
August 5: Prayer for our Nation:
Ex. 19:6: And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shall speak unto the children of Israel.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:
Psalm 119:11:Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
PRAYER
Lord, we declare this Nation a Holy Nation set apart to meet the needs of the elderly, to serve, honor and protect them by the power of the word Of God, and authority of Jesus Name. Let your glorious light shine on the value You have in all Your people, and leaders will rise up in Your boldness to take a stand for what’s right and just, and we give You all the praise in advance for what we are uniting in prayer, as we stand on Your promises, Your word, Your heart, Your character, and Your nature, Your word is hidden in our heart that we, as a nation, will not sin against You.
PRAISE
Praise God as people are realizing they can’t make it on their own and need Him to direct and guide them. We are on the verge of something amazing in the church; especially in relation to our country and its leadership.
August 6: Chaplains
PRAYER
Abba Father we thank You for every chaplain set in position to be ministers of Your love, Your Word and using the authority given to them through Your Son, Jesus, to lead, protect and defend the people in their care. Help them to see as You see, hear as You hear, touch as You touch, and love as You love. Thank you, Abba Father. Amen.
PRAISE
We are encouraged by the number of people requesting information regarding the Crossroads School of Chaplaincy. Applications are coming in from men and women who are answering the call of God on their lives to minister to those living in care centers.
Ephesians 1:10, 22-23 “That in the dispensation of the fullness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; in him: And hath put all under his feet, and gave him the head over all to the church, Which is his body, the fullness of him that filleth all in all.”
Luke 2:52 “And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.”
PRAYER
Father, we declare favor with the leaders of the churches. as it is written in your word, that we would have favor with God and man, and that you as head of the church will lead and guide your servants to see the importance of the elderly and importance of joining in the work of this ministry to meet their needs. Father, show them your heart. Show them the need. Lead and guide them to be shepherds of your aging sheep. This we ask in Jesus name. Amen.
PRAISE
We are so thankful churches --like Woodmen Valley, Academy Christian, Mountain Springs and Church for all Nations--that have adopted care centers and now provide Bible studies, music ministry and Sunday services.
August 3: Prayer for our City
Acts 7:33 “Then said the Lord to him, Put off thy shoes from thy feet: for the place where you stand is holy ground.”
Matthew 5:14-16 “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid, neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it gives light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
PRAYER
Father, give us this city as a holy city, set apart for You and Your works. We declare that You are Lord and that everywhere we set our feet is won for the Gospel, and is set apart as holy ground in Jesus name. We declare and decree that we are a city set apart as a light to the world; that our light will shine before all men, that they may see our good works and glorify the Father in Heaven.
PRAISE
Thank you, Lord, for all the Christian ministries we have here in Colorado Springs. They are an example for other businesses in our city.
August 4: Prayer for our Leaders
John 15:5 “I am the vine, ye the branches: He that abides in me, and I in him, the same brings forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.”
Daniel 12:3 “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars forever and ever.”
PRAYER
Father, we call in Godly leaders; that You open doors that no man can shut, and shut doors no man can open specifically on behalf of the aged and their provision and protection. Set men in authority that use Your authority, King Jesus, and that even those who do not know You will still follow Your wisdom and integrity on behalf of Your people. We pray laborers to come across their path and show them You, Your character and nature. That they accept You as their Lord and Savior and many will turn to righteousness.
PRAISE
We are thankful for men and women who are not willing to compromise their stand on godly issues just for power or position. Support those leaders that work for issues like preserving the family and the sanctity of human life.
August 5: Prayer for our Nation:
Ex. 19:6: And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These are the words which thou shall speak unto the children of Israel.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should show forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvelous light:
Psalm 119:11:Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee.
PRAYER
Lord, we declare this Nation a Holy Nation set apart to meet the needs of the elderly, to serve, honor and protect them by the power of the word Of God, and authority of Jesus Name. Let your glorious light shine on the value You have in all Your people, and leaders will rise up in Your boldness to take a stand for what’s right and just, and we give You all the praise in advance for what we are uniting in prayer, as we stand on Your promises, Your word, Your heart, Your character, and Your nature, Your word is hidden in our heart that we, as a nation, will not sin against You.
PRAISE
Praise God as people are realizing they can’t make it on their own and need Him to direct and guide them. We are on the verge of something amazing in the church; especially in relation to our country and its leadership.
August 6: Chaplains
PRAYER
Abba Father we thank You for every chaplain set in position to be ministers of Your love, Your Word and using the authority given to them through Your Son, Jesus, to lead, protect and defend the people in their care. Help them to see as You see, hear as You hear, touch as You touch, and love as You love. Thank you, Abba Father. Amen.
PRAISE
We are encouraged by the number of people requesting information regarding the Crossroads School of Chaplaincy. Applications are coming in from men and women who are answering the call of God on their lives to minister to those living in care centers.
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