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.