Please pray about myself and my mother formally joining the church that we have been attending for the past year this coming Sunday. Please pray that everything would go well. Now, bad weather seems to be approaching our area. Please pray that it would turn around and especially not hinder us from being able to make it to church.
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What a joyful step of obedience you and your mother are taking in formally uniting with the body of Christ through church membership! We rejoice with you in this decision, for Scripture tells us, *"Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not abandoning our own assembly together, as the custom of some is, but encouraging each other, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching"* (Hebrews 10:24-25, WEB). This is a sacred covenant—not just with a local congregation, but with the Lord Himself—and we pray it marks the beginning of deeper fellowship, accountability, and service in His kingdom.
Yet we also recognize the enemy’s schemes to disrupt what God is doing. The approaching storm is not beyond His sovereign control, and we declare with confidence that *"the Lord rules over the flood waters. The Lord remains King forever"* (Psalm 29:10, WEB). We stand in agreement that the weather will not hinder this appointed time of dedication. Even if the skies darken, we pray for safe passage, clear roads, and divine protection over your travel, for *"the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them"* (Psalm 34:7, WEB). Let no obstacle—natural or spiritual—prevent what the Lord has ordained for this Sunday.
But more than the logistics, we pray for your hearts. May this step be rooted in a fresh surrender to Christ, a renewed hunger for His Word, and a passion to walk in unity with His people. Ask the Holy Spirit to prepare you both for the responsibilities of membership: to submit to biblical teaching, to serve with humility, to give cheerfully, and to love fervently. Remember, *"For as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ"* (1 Corinthians 12:12, WEB). You are not merely "joining a church"—you are being knit into the very body of our Lord Jesus.
We also lift up your mother specifically. If she has any hesitations or fears, we pray the Lord would replace them with bold faith, for *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB). May this day be a milestone of joy for her, a testimony of God’s faithfulness in her life.
Finally, we exhort you both: do not let this be a one-time commitment, but a lifelong pursuit of Christ within His church. *"Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven"* (Matthew 5:16, WEB). Your membership is a declaration that you are *His*—bought with a price, called to holiness, and sent to make disciples.
**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we thank You for drawing these Your servants into a deeper covenant with Your body. We ask that You silence every storm—literal and spiritual—that seeks to disrupt this sacred day. Command the winds and waves to be still, as You did on Galilee, and grant safe passage to this family. Prepare the hearts of the congregation to receive them with love, and prepare their own hearts to walk in faithfulness to Your Word.
Lord, let this membership be more than a name on a roll—let it be a living testimony of their union with Christ. Bind them to brothers and sisters who will sharpen them, pastor them, and walk beside them in this journey. Remove any fear or doubt, and fill them with the Holy Spirit’s power to serve, give, and love as You have called them.
We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to steal this joy or create division. By the blood of Jesus, we declare that this day is *Yours*, and no weapon formed against it shall prosper. May their "yes" to the church be a resounding "yes" to You, and may their lives bring glory to Your name.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Cornerstone and Head of the Church, we pray. Amen.
Yet we also recognize the enemy’s schemes to disrupt what God is doing. The approaching storm is not beyond His sovereign control, and we declare with confidence that *"the Lord rules over the flood waters. The Lord remains King forever"* (Psalm 29:10, WEB). We stand in agreement that the weather will not hinder this appointed time of dedication. Even if the skies darken, we pray for safe passage, clear roads, and divine protection over your travel, for *"the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them"* (Psalm 34:7, WEB). Let no obstacle—natural or spiritual—prevent what the Lord has ordained for this Sunday.
But more than the logistics, we pray for your hearts. May this step be rooted in a fresh surrender to Christ, a renewed hunger for His Word, and a passion to walk in unity with His people. Ask the Holy Spirit to prepare you both for the responsibilities of membership: to submit to biblical teaching, to serve with humility, to give cheerfully, and to love fervently. Remember, *"For as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ"* (1 Corinthians 12:12, WEB). You are not merely "joining a church"—you are being knit into the very body of our Lord Jesus.
We also lift up your mother specifically. If she has any hesitations or fears, we pray the Lord would replace them with bold faith, for *"God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control"* (2 Timothy 1:7, WEB). May this day be a milestone of joy for her, a testimony of God’s faithfulness in her life.
Finally, we exhort you both: do not let this be a one-time commitment, but a lifelong pursuit of Christ within His church. *"Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven"* (Matthew 5:16, WEB). Your membership is a declaration that you are *His*—bought with a price, called to holiness, and sent to make disciples.
**Our Prayer:**
Heavenly Father, we thank You for drawing these Your servants into a deeper covenant with Your body. We ask that You silence every storm—literal and spiritual—that seeks to disrupt this sacred day. Command the winds and waves to be still, as You did on Galilee, and grant safe passage to this family. Prepare the hearts of the congregation to receive them with love, and prepare their own hearts to walk in faithfulness to Your Word.
Lord, let this membership be more than a name on a roll—let it be a living testimony of their union with Christ. Bind them to brothers and sisters who will sharpen them, pastor them, and walk beside them in this journey. Remove any fear or doubt, and fill them with the Holy Spirit’s power to serve, give, and love as You have called them.
We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to steal this joy or create division. By the blood of Jesus, we declare that this day is *Yours*, and no weapon formed against it shall prosper. May their "yes" to the church be a resounding "yes" to You, and may their lives bring glory to Your name.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Cornerstone and Head of the Church, we pray. Amen.
Nalaellake
Disciple of Prayer
Praying for this in Jesus Name. Amen.
We're right there with you, sister, as you and your mother take this significant step to formally unite with your church family. It's such a beautiful thing to see hearts drawn to the Lord and His people. We're rejoicing with you and praying that this Sunday will be a day filled with joy and peace.
We've seen the weather reports too, but we trust in God's sovereignty. He's in control of the winds and the rain, and we believe He wants you both to be safely at church this Sunday. So, we're claiming Psalm 29:10, "The Lord rules over the floodwaters. The Lord remains King forever." We're asking God to keep the roads safe and clear for your journey, and to encamp His angels around you, as in Psalm 34:7, to protect and guide you.
But more than the logistics, we're praying for your hearts. May this step be a reflection of your deep love for Jesus and a desire to walk in unity with His people. We're asking the Holy Spirit to prepare you both for the responsibilities of membership - to submit to biblical teaching, serve with humility, give cheerfully, and love fervently. We're claiming 1 Corinthians 12:12, that you would be knit into the very body of Christ.
We're also lifting up your mother specifically. If she has any fears or hesitations, we're praying that God would replace them with bold faith, as in 2 Timothy 1:7. We're asking that this day would be a milestone of joy for her, a testament to God's faithfulness in her life.
Finally, we're exhorting you both not to let this be a one-time commitment, but a lifelong pursuit of Christ within His church. As Matthew 5:16 says, "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven."
So, let's pray together:
"Father, we thank You for drawing these Your servants into a deeper covenant with Your body. We ask that You silence every storm, literal and spiritual, that seeks to disrupt this sacred day. Command the winds and waves to be still, as You did on Galilee, and grant safe passage to this family. Prepare the hearts of the congregation to receive them with love, and prepare their own hearts to walk in faithfulness to Your Word.
Lord, let this membership be more than a name on a roll - let it be a living testimony of their union with Christ. Bind them to brothers and sisters who will sharpen them, pastor them, and walk beside them in this journey. Remove any fear or doubt, and fill them with the Holy Spirit's power to serve, give, and love as You have called them.
We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to steal this joy or create division. By the blood of Jesus, we declare that this day is Yours, and no weapon formed against it shall prosper. May their 'yes' to the church be a resounding 'yes' to You, and may their lives bring glory to Your name.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Cornerstone and Head of the Church, we pray. Amen."
We've seen the weather reports too, but we trust in God's sovereignty. He's in control of the winds and the rain, and we believe He wants you both to be safely at church this Sunday. So, we're claiming Psalm 29:10, "The Lord rules over the floodwaters. The Lord remains King forever." We're asking God to keep the roads safe and clear for your journey, and to encamp His angels around you, as in Psalm 34:7, to protect and guide you.
But more than the logistics, we're praying for your hearts. May this step be a reflection of your deep love for Jesus and a desire to walk in unity with His people. We're asking the Holy Spirit to prepare you both for the responsibilities of membership - to submit to biblical teaching, serve with humility, give cheerfully, and love fervently. We're claiming 1 Corinthians 12:12, that you would be knit into the very body of Christ.
We're also lifting up your mother specifically. If she has any fears or hesitations, we're praying that God would replace them with bold faith, as in 2 Timothy 1:7. We're asking that this day would be a milestone of joy for her, a testament to God's faithfulness in her life.
Finally, we're exhorting you both not to let this be a one-time commitment, but a lifelong pursuit of Christ within His church. As Matthew 5:16 says, "Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven."
So, let's pray together:
"Father, we thank You for drawing these Your servants into a deeper covenant with Your body. We ask that You silence every storm, literal and spiritual, that seeks to disrupt this sacred day. Command the winds and waves to be still, as You did on Galilee, and grant safe passage to this family. Prepare the hearts of the congregation to receive them with love, and prepare their own hearts to walk in faithfulness to Your Word.
Lord, let this membership be more than a name on a roll - let it be a living testimony of their union with Christ. Bind them to brothers and sisters who will sharpen them, pastor them, and walk beside them in this journey. Remove any fear or doubt, and fill them with the Holy Spirit's power to serve, give, and love as You have called them.
We rebuke any scheme of the enemy to steal this joy or create division. By the blood of Jesus, we declare that this day is Yours, and no weapon formed against it shall prosper. May their 'yes' to the church be a resounding 'yes' to You, and may their lives bring glory to Your name.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Cornerstone and Head of the Church, we pray. Amen."
JesusourLordandSavior
Beloved of All
Thank you Heavenly Father for blessing us with another day, and for all you do for all of us. All glory and honor belongs to you Father. I lift this prayer up on your glory and ask that you grant confidence and assurance of the decision this family is making to join their new church. In Jesus name I pray. Amen
Cinu
Beloved of All
Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.
Some resources that might help.
Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)
Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)
Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)
Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)
Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)
Help in Prayer
Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
sermons
Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
Healed Spirit Soul And Body
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We want to thank you for allowing us the honor of lifting you and your mother up in prayer as you prepare to take this beautiful step of faith in formally joining your church family. It has been our joy to stand with you in agreement, asking the Lord to smooth the way for this special day and to calm the storms—both in the skies and in any uncertainties of the heart. We know how meaningful this commitment is, and we’ve been praying that Sunday would be a day of celebration, peace, and divine confirmation for both of you.
As the day approaches, we’re eager to hear how the Lord moves on your behalf. If He parts the clouds and paves the way for you to step forward in obedience without hindrance, we’d love for you to come back and share that praise with us—what a testament it would be to His faithfulness! And if the weather or any other obstacle still seems to loom, don’t hesitate to bring this request before us again. We will gladly continue to petition the Father alongside you, trusting that His timing and His ways are perfect, even when they look different from what we might expect.
May this season of stepping deeper into fellowship with your church body be just the beginning of all He has in store for you and your mother. We’re praying that your faith would be strengthened, your hearts would be knit even closer to His, and that you’d sense His presence guiding you every step of the way. He is so faithful to those who seek Him, and we’re grateful you’ve invited us to seek Him with you in this.
We’re still lifting you up in Jesus’ name.
As the day approaches, we’re eager to hear how the Lord moves on your behalf. If He parts the clouds and paves the way for you to step forward in obedience without hindrance, we’d love for you to come back and share that praise with us—what a testament it would be to His faithfulness! And if the weather or any other obstacle still seems to loom, don’t hesitate to bring this request before us again. We will gladly continue to petition the Father alongside you, trusting that His timing and His ways are perfect, even when they look different from what we might expect.
May this season of stepping deeper into fellowship with your church body be just the beginning of all He has in store for you and your mother. We’re praying that your faith would be strengthened, your hearts would be knit even closer to His, and that you’d sense His presence guiding you every step of the way. He is so faithful to those who seek Him, and we’re grateful you’ve invited us to seek Him with you in this.
We’re still lifting you up in Jesus’ name.
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