LORD'S Side 🙇🏻 Not Man's, Jesus Inviting ALL Weary, Heavy Laden, Matt 11:28-30, Recruiting Disciples of ALL Backgrounds Mt 28:18-20

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Joshua 5:13-15, "Now when Joshua was near Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword in His hand. Joshua approached Him and asked, “Are You for us or for our enemies?” 14 “Neither,” He replied. “I have now come as Commander of the LORD’s army.” Then Joshua fell facedown in reverence and asked Him, “What does my Lord have to say to His servant?” 15 The Commander of the LORD’s army replied, “Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy.” And Joshua did so," Joshua 5:13-15...

Christian Unity -- It's not all about Red and Blue... A LOT of Jesus' Followers are republican, democrat, moderate, independent -- We love, NEED and WELCOME all different backgrounds, so we are ACTIVELY recruiting ALL (Notice Jesus' disciples were VERY diverse -- Matthew the TAX COLLECTOR for ROMANS and JUDAS THE ZEALOT who would physically resist the Roman Gov't, Fisherman, Relatives to The Priests, Pharisees [Paul])... We may be against abortion and for freedom of press, freedom of speech, believe one man one woman defines marriage YET are very welcoming to foreigners, see a mission field in plain sight, and are especially accommodating to foreign Christians since diversity better represents heaven, Daniel 7:14, Rev 7:9, (All people are welcome! -- of course there should be some vetting to ensure not practicing violent behavior, serious crimes, drugs, human trafficking, espionage or terrorism, etc, James 1:5) -- we prefer saving oil for ships and rockets and solar for air conditioning, lights, electric or hybrid for vehicles and against greedy corporations yet strongly oppose the distribution of wealth by unregenerated and fallen human beings, (Has anyone read Animal Farm)? -- communism and islamic law, prefer PEACE over War, yet know all these things are inevitable, Matt 24:4-14 -- we strongly oppose teaching false doctrine of teaching out-of-order alphabet to kindergarteners, elementary schoolers, need biological men to stay in mens sports, biological women in same lockers with other biological females, “Haven’t you read the Scriptures?” Jesus asked. “They record that from the beginning ‘God made them male and female?” (Matthew 19:4, Gen 1:27, Gen 5:2), Think science should also teach "scientific creationism," (especially since the scientific creationists are just as smart, have the same advanced degrees from the same institutes of higher learning and have yet to be refuted since its absolutely true), different views of history are cool as long as Bible offered as well and ALL sides are represented fairly, et cetera -- God has worked throughout HIS-STORY and still is... Let's mention God's worldview (as it's correct and can hold its own weight)......

No hope in any human or party -- we need Jesus to return so free speech assists that, but we must be kind to the foreigners and consider the value of the poor and be humble, dignified, and not a loose cannon, and preferably a real Christian... So sounds to us like we need Christ t o return -- we can vote and should -- but spend time in Word, Prayer, Preaching Christ, repentance from sin, intercession for the Nations as JESUS' INHERITANCE, Ps 2:8, and discipling NATIONS -- Dan 714, Matt 28:19-20, Luke 24:46-47, Acts 1:7-9, , Mal 3:10-1, and giving to further the Kingdom...

U.S. & WORLD LEADERS, New Testament Urges Pray for ALL in Authority 1 Tim 2:1-4: Europe AfricaAsia North South, Cent America (Fair and Honest Elections -- Good Voter Turnout, Christians PRAY and Vote, Protection from Voter Interference, AI, Hacking, Threats around Polling Areas), Protect and SAVE Government, Military, Law Enforcement, Police & Fire Personnel, Medical Personnel ...

Father we include the Peace of Jerusalem Ps 122:1-6, in our prayers. We know real peace is through the blood of the cross, Col 1:20, Rom 5:1, Rom 5:10... Save Israel, Rom 9:1-3, Rom 10:1-3, Rom 11:1-3, thank You for fulfilling Zech 12:10-13 FULLY soon, in Jesus' Name...

NATIONAL & WORLD LEADERS NEED OUR PRAYERS (now, at this time in His-Story -- Will we be a part in prayer since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, Eph 6:10-12, Eph 6:18-20? Which tribe will we be like in the time of Deborah and Barak in The Battle of Mount Tabor, Judges 5:12-27???), 1 Tim 2:1-2, God Urges Prayer for ALL in Authority, that the valleys be lifted up and mountains humbled so as to prepare a straight way for the Lord's Word to travel, Mark 1:3, 1 Tim 2:1-4, Matt 24:14... (North America, Central and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East), etc.... Nations His Inheritance, Ps 2:7-8... Earth Helps "Swallow Up" False Doctrine, Deception, Christian Persecution and Antisemitism, Rev 12:15-17, Especially in Africa, Middle-East, Asia & Worldwide...

NATIONAL & WORLD LEADERS NEED OUR PRAYERS (Now, Can't Show News Articles Here, BUT, China, Russia, No Korea & Their Allies (more than one would imagine) are Actively Preparing & Already Prepared for Global Conflict, (Peaceful Nations mostly Unprepared, Undisciplined by-and-large), Tim 2:1-2, The New Testament Urges Prayer for ALL in Authority... "I exhort first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession & givings of thanks, be made for all people: for kings and all in authority; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence." Firstly, we thank God for the World's leaders and authorities He has placed over our lives, Rom 13:1-2, as this is an International Prayer Site. We pray for intelligence, character and protection of the President, Vice President, and all cabinet members, as well as godly wisdom and guidance for them. We ask that God would set a guard over their mouths, as Psalm 141:3 says, and grant them the tongue of the wise, as Proverbs 15:2 tells us. We pray that they would be surrounded by godly counsel and that their leadership would promote unity and righteousness and not have any bitterness or rivalry. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ. May leaders "do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God," Micah 6:8.

UNITY AMONG CHRISTIANS and GODLY NATIONS... We agree with this in asking for godly UNITY among political, national and international parties and nations, that they would come to agree on important issues and work together for the good of our nation, their nation and all the nations, Psalm 133. We "Ask of Thee and You will Give The NATIONS as YOUR INHERITANCE, and The UTTERMOST PARTS OF THE EARTH as YOUR POSSESSION, Ps 2:8. We pray against any plans of the enemy to divide or destroy, and we ask for angelic protection and heavenly intelligence for our leaders, as seen in Psalm 91 and 2 Kings 6:12. May we be the people of God who are called by His name and humble ourselves to pray and seek His face as 2 Chronicles 7:14 says. We pray for wisdom in the worldly leaders and protection of our leaders and civilians worldwide, for the eradication of evil in elections, Isaiah 33:15, and for the silencing of false prophets and news, Titus 1:11. I ask we not back down, for as Daniel was told, “Do not be afraid, Daniel,” he said, "for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them,' Dan 10:12. I ask we be alert to the fact that beings are moving behind the scenes we cannot always clearly see, Dan 10:13, Job 1:6-12, 2 Sam 24:16, 2 Kings 19:35, Eph 6:10-20, in The Name of Jesus.

OUR OWN REGIONS... We also pray for God's power & protection over our LOCAL AREAS, "But seek the welfare of the city where I have removed you, and pray to the LORD on its behalf, for in its welfare, peace and prosperity you will find yours as well," Jer 29:7. May The Holy Spirit convict our neighbors, the local students, teachers, workers that come and go and even the fishermen, basketball, baseball, fútbol, football players, parents, pastors, law enforcement and local leaders of righteousness, sin and judgement to come, John 16:8. Father, draw them to Your Son, John 6:44. Graciously grant them saving faith in Jesus as a gift, Eph 2:8, by hearing the Word, John 3:16, Rom 10:17. Grant a wall of fire around our area, protecting it from harm & evil influences, Zechariah 2:5, Ps 91:10-11, John 17:15. Thank you in Jesus' Name.

PROVISION... Father, we thank You for the opportunity to gather support, pray, study and evangelize. Grant a workable schedule so as to make the most of our day and time, for "If we spend our minutes well, we'll have a life well-spent." Please continue to grant daily bread, Matt 6:11, and allow us to receive a competent portion of the good things of this life, along with Your blessing, with godliness with contentment, 1 Tim 6:6. We ask You restore all the years the locusts have eaten, Joel 2:25, and that You grant the fruit of the Holy Spirit, Gal 5:22-23, especially love, joy and peace, that we'd have a cheerful heart that would do good as a medicine, Prov 17:22. Make us glad for as many days as You have afflicted us, for as many years as we have seen evil," Ps 90:15. Help us return to You our stronghold, as prisoners of hope -- as it is written -- Even today I declare that I will restore to you double, Zech 9:12. Instead of shame, My people will have a double portion, and instead of humiliation, they will rejoice in their share; and so they will inherit a double portion in their land, and everlasting joy will be theirs, Isa 61:7. Let us return to You, for though You've torn, You will heal us, we are smitten, but You will bind us up, Hos 6:1.

PERSECUTED CHURCH... We remember those in chains, Heb 13:3, asking for the release of prisoners of faith, Acts 4:4-12, and relief for the persecuted church, Acts 24:23. We pray for the peace of Jerusalem, Ps 122:3, and all descendants of Abraham, Gen 12:3. Finally, we join you in proclaiming that all these things are possible in the name of Jesus Christ, for it is in His name that we have access to the Father and it is his name by which we will saved as the Bible says in John 14:13 and John 14:6. May our prayers be aligned with God's will, and may His kingdom come and His will be done on earth as it is in heaven, Matt 6:10. We Thank and Praise You, Phil 4:6-7, Father God, for All This in advance, Amen, 2 Cor 1:20, in Jesus' Name, John 14:13-14.

 

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We join you wholeheartedly in this prayer and we thank you for bringing such a comprehensive and biblically grounded burden before the Lord. We are deeply encouraged by your reminder from Joshua 5:13-15, where Joshua asks, Are you for us, or for our adversaries, and the Commander of the Lord's army answers, No, but I have now come as commander of the Lord's army. We agree that the question is not whether God is on our side, but whether we are on the Lord's side, and we fall facedown with Joshua in reverence, asking what our Lord has to say to His servants. That posture of holiness and humility is where all true prayer and unity must begin.

We also join you in lifting up the invitation of Jesus Himself in Matthew 11:28-30, Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. We thank God that His invitation is to all who are weary, and that He is still recruiting disciples of all backgrounds as you said, according to Matthew 28:19-20, Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I commanded you. Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. We love that you highlighted the diversity of Jesus' own disciples, Matthew the tax collector who had collaborated with Rome, and Simon the Zealot who had opposed Rome, fishermen, and others, showing that Christ alone can unite those who would otherwise be divided. We agree that Christian unity is not found in being Red or Blue, but in being blood-bought by the Lamb, and we pray with you that diversity in the Body would better reflect heaven itself, as seen in Revelation 7:9, where a great multitude, which no man could number, out of every nation and of all tribes, peoples, and languages stands before the throne.

We affirm with you the biblical foundations you mentioned. We believe with you that God made them male and female from the beginning, Matthew 19:4, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 5:2, and that marriage is ordained by God as a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman. We stand with you for the sanctity of life, for freedom of speech and freedom of the press, for protecting children from false doctrine and confusion, and for keeping biological men out of women's sports and locker rooms. We agree that all people are welcome to hear the gospel, and we also agree that vetting for violent behavior, serious crimes, drugs, human trafficking, espionage and terrorism is wise stewardship, for James 1:5 says, But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.

We lift up with you every national and world leader, for we take seriously the exhortation in 1 Timothy 2:1-4, I exhort therefore, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and givings of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in high places, that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and reverence. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires to have all men to be saved and come to full knowledge of the truth. We pray for presidents, vice presidents, cabinet members, governors, mayors, judges, military, law enforcement, police and fire personnel, and medical personnel throughout North America, Central and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. We ask that God would set a guard over their mouths, Psalm 141:3, grant them the tongue of the wise, Proverbs 15:2, surround them with godly counsel, and cause them to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God, Micah 6:8. We pray for fair and honest elections, good voter turnout, protection from voter interference, threats, hacking and deception, and that righteousness would exalt every nation, Proverbs 14:34.

We agree with you in praying for the peace of Jerusalem, Psalm 122:6, and we remember that true peace is only through the blood of the cross, Colossians 1:20, Romans 5:1, Romans 5:10. We pray for the salvation of Israel, Romans 10:1, and we look with hope to the fulfillment of Zechariah 12:10 where God promises to pour out the spirit of grace and supplication so they will look to Him whom they have pierced. We pray against antisemitism, Christian persecution, and false doctrine worldwide, and we ask that the earth would help swallow up deception, Revelation 12:16.

We pray for godly unity among Christians and among nations, Psalm 133, and we ask the Father as in Psalm 2:8, Ask of me, and I will give the nations for your inheritance, the uttermost parts of the earth for your possession. We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the principalities and powers, Ephesians 6:12, and we ask for heavenly intelligence and angelic protection for our leaders, 2 Kings 6:17, Psalm 91:11, and that we as God's people would humble ourselves and pray and seek His face, 2 Chronicles 7:14. We are reminded with Daniel, Don't be afraid, Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, Daniel 10:12, and we know there are unseen battles behind the scenes, Daniel 10:13, Ephesians 6:10-18.

We pray for our own local regions, that we would seek the welfare of the city where God has placed us and pray to the Lord on its behalf, Jeremiah 29:7. We ask the Holy Spirit to convict neighbors, students, teachers, workers, athletes, parents, pastors, and local leaders of sin, righteousness and judgment to come, John 16:8, and to draw them to the Son, John 6:44, granting saving faith as a gift, Ephesians 2:8, through hearing the Word, Romans 10:17. We ask for a wall of fire around our communities, Zechariah 2:5, and protection from harm, Psalm 91:10, John 17:15.

We bring before the Lord your request for provision, asking for daily bread, Matthew 6:11, and godliness with contentment which is great gain, 1 Timothy 6:6. We ask Him to restore the years that the locust has eaten, Joel 2:25, to grant the fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23, and a cheerful heart that does good like medicine, Proverbs 17:22. We pray He would make us glad according to the days He has afflicted us, Psalm 90:15, and restore double as He promised, Zechariah 9:12, Isaiah 61:7, Hosea 6:1.

Finally we remember those in chains, Hebrews 13:3, and the persecuted church worldwide, asking for release for prisoners of faith, Acts 12:5, and relief and boldness for all who suffer for His name.

Father, we thank You in advance for hearing us, for Your kingdom come and Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven, Matthew 6:10. We thank You that it is only through the name of Jesus Christ that we have access to You, John 14:6, John 14:13, Acts 4:12, and we offer all these prayers in that precious and powerful name, trusting that You are able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. Amen.

 

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We are grateful for your heart in this prayer. You are asking God to lift our eyes above partisan lines and to draw people from every background to Jesus, and we join you in that longing for unity that reflects heaven more than any earthly camp.

We hear how heavy the burden feels when you look at leaders, nations, elections, the persecuted church and your own neighborhood all at once. It is a lot to carry, and your desire to bring it all before the Lord instead of carrying it alone is right and good. We appreciate how you keep coming back to Jesus as the one who invites the weary and who alone can bring true peace.

One simple way we have found helpful when the list of concerns grows long is to keep a steady rhythm, perhaps choosing one or two of those larger burdens each day to lift up specifically, while still remembering your local streets and neighbors regularly. It keeps prayer sustainable and rooted where God has placed you.

Father, we thank You for this brother in Christ who loves Your name and Your people. Give renewed hope as he prays, guard his heart from discouragement, and use his prayers and witness to draw others toward You. Grant wisdom and mercy to those in authority, protect Your church under pressure, and bring Your peace to Jerusalem and to our own communities. We ask this in Jesus' name, amen.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God is so in love with you. Be Encouraged!

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. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. 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, wisdom, 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. God, 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 know You, the way You want me to know You. So that I will trust You with my life and anyway that You move in my life. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, lean not to my own understanding, acknowledge You in all my ways, and allow You to direct my footsteps and actions. Bless me with knowledge, wisdom, and understanding in all You have called me to do.

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-conscious-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. www.theencourager.net

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I prayed for this in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Spurgeon]

Your prayer has been heard and we join with you in laying it before the throne of grace, for we are reminded as Joshua was that the question is not whether the Lord is on our side but whether we are on the Lord's side, and there the Commander of the Lord's army stands with drawn sword, calling us to take off our sandals and bow in reverence.

We sue for peace with God tonight on the only terms He has appointed, for peace is made through an ambassador nominated of God, namely His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. Other foundation can no man lay. He asks no price of you, no millions of money, but calls the weary and heavy laden to come unto Him, for salvation is through Jesus Christ alone, and whosoever will may come, yet must come through Him who said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. Without such peace your future is darkened with thick clouds, but in Christ the fierceness of God's anger is turned away through the great atonement, and He will yet speak peace unto His people if we know how to ask for it.

Therefore we strive together with you in prayer, as the apostle besought the brethren for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake and for the love of the Spirit. We pray without ceasing and make supplication for all people, for kings and for all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty, for this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour who will have all men to be saved and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. We ask the God of Peace Himself to be with you, not merely the drops but the Fountain itself, and to grant unto those who rule intelligence and character, a guard over their mouths and the tongue of the wise, that they may do justly and love mercy and walk humbly with God, and that godly counsel may surround them. We pray for nations far and near, for North and South America, for Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East, for the cessation of war and the prevalence of peace, for fair and honest dealings, for protection over those who serve in government, in the military, in law enforcement, in fire and medical service, and for the holy observance of the Lord's day. We pray against every plan of the enemy to divide and destroy, and we remember that we wrestle not against flesh and blood, and that prayer is a great weapon of attack against the error and wickedness of the world.

We join you in praying for the peace of Jerusalem, knowing that real peace is through the blood of the cross, and we pray that Israel may be saved and that the promises concerning them may be fulfilled, and that the leaves of the tree of life may be for the healing of the nations. We pray for the unity of all true believers, not a unity of party or colour, red or blue, but that unity for which Christ prayed, that His people may be one, for there is no difference in the affection of God towards His children, and He prays for those yet uncalled and unconverted that they may be gathered in. We thank God that from the beginning He made them male and female, and we hold fast to that good creation ordinance that marriage is the lifelong covenant of one man and one woman, and that all other relations are to be brought in repentance and faith to the feet of Jesus. We pray for the afflicted and oppressed, that slavery may be abolished, that persecution may cease, and that Christian love may expand to the comfort of the destitute in all lands.

We remember those in chains and the persecuted church throughout the world, especially where false doctrine and cruelty abound, and we pray with Daniel who set his face toward the Lord and wrestled mightily not for himself but for his people, that God would cause His face to shine upon His sanctuary, for a lifeless church is a dishonor to God. We pray for our own cities and regions, that we may seek the welfare of the city where God has placed us, and that the Holy Spirit would convict neighbors, students, teachers, workers and all who come and go, of sin and of righteousness and of judgment to come, and draw them to the Son. We pray for daily bread and for a workable portion of the good things of this life with godliness and contentment, that God would restore the years the locusts have eaten and grant the fruit of the Spirit, love, joy and peace, and a cheerful heart.

We take comfort that Christ Himself ever liveth to make intercession for us, and as He prayed for Peter that his faith fail not, so He pleads His wounds and the merit of His great sacrifice for each of His own, and therefore our faith is preserved by that mighty preservative. Let us then continue in prayer and watch in the same with thanksgiving, coming with thankfulness upon our lips as well as cries upon our hearts, for when God inspires prayer it is as potent as the decrees of God. May the God of Peace be with you all, and may He revive us again that His people may rejoice in Him, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.