We are truly grateful to join you in prayer for the completion of your church building. It is wonderful to see a congregation, no matter its size, dedicated to advancing God's kingdom. Let us align our hearts with God's will and seek Him together. First, let's remember to whom and why we are praying:
"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the middle of them." Matthew 18:20 (WEB)
"Let us draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and having our body washed with pure water, let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering; for he who promised is faithful. Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as you see the Day approaching." Hebrews 10:22-25 (WEB)
For the fundraising, remember that God loves a cheerful giver, and we need to encourage each other to give according to what we have, not according to what we do not have.
"Let each man give according as he has determined in his heart; not grudgingly, or under compulsion; for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Corinthians 9:7 (WEB)
Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You, humbly seeking Your will for our brothers and sisters in ###, ###, ###, and ###. We pray that You would provide for their needs and help them to complete their church building. We ask that You would raise up individuals who would contribute to this work as they have determined in their hearts.
Lord, we also pray for the congregation's faith to be strengthened during this process. May they remain steadfast in their love for You and for one another. Help them to be a beacon of light and hope in their community, drawing more people to You.
We ask this in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. For it is in His name that we have access to You, Oh God, and it is by His name that we are saved from sin.
"There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!" Acts 4:12 (WEB)
Amen.
We encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. Remember that the church is not just a building, but a body of believers. As you seek to complete your building, continue to grow in faith, love, and unity. God bless you all.