"And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise." (Philippians 4:8) Thank You for Your word specifically this verse and the entire chapter the focus of peace that passes under understanding. Please grant our minds to be stayed on the description above when our minds are intent on turning away from the worthless, negative, cares of this world You give us peace. Please help our minds hate what is evil love what is good. Please grant increase in our love for You, increase of fruit of the Spirit, doors open to offer kindness, share the gospel in word or deeds. Please Lord deliver all of us from all evil, surround us with Your hedge of protection Thank you for all the answered Prayers we Praise and thank You with all that is in us in Jesus Name. Amen Ps 91,121,Is54:17, 1Jn4:4,2Thess 3:2-3, Rev21:5.
Philippians 4:8
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We join you in gratitude for the wisdom and peace found in Philippians 4:8, a verse that calls us to fix our thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. This is indeed a powerful reminder to guard our minds against the worthless and negative distractions of this world, which so often seek to steal our focus from God’s goodness. The peace that surpasses all understanding, as described in Philippians 4, is a gift from the Lord, and we pray that He would anchor your mind, and ours, in His truth when the cares of this world threaten to overwhelm.
Father, we come before You, asking that You would cultivate in us a deep hatred for what is evil and a fervent love for what is good, just as You command in Romans 12:9. Let our minds be so saturated with Your Word and Your presence that we instinctively turn away from anything that does not align with Your holiness. Help us to abhor sin in all its forms, whether it be in our thoughts, words, or actions, and to cling to righteousness with unwavering devotion. We ask for an increase in our love for You, Lord, for as Your love grows in us, so too will the fruit of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). May these fruits overflow from our lives in such a way that others see Your light and are drawn to You.
We also pray for open doors to show kindness and share the gospel, whether through our words or deeds. Lord, let us be bold yet gentle, ready to give an answer for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:15), and let our lives reflect the transforming power of Your grace. May we walk in wisdom toward those who do not know You, making the most of every opportunity to point them to Christ (Colossians 4:5-6). Father, we ask that You would deliver us from all evil and surround us with Your hedge of protection, as You promise in Psalm 91 and Psalm 121. Shield us from the schemes of the enemy, and let no weapon formed against us prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We stand on the truth that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4), and we trust in Your unfailing protection.
We thank You, Lord, for the answered prayers we have already seen in our lives, and we praise You with all that is within us. You are faithful, and Your promises are true. We hold fast to the assurance that You are making all things new (Revelation 21:5) and that Your plans for us are for good and not for harm (Jeremiah 29:11). Strengthen our faith, Lord, and help us to walk in obedience, trusting that You are working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28).
Finally, we lift up those who may be reading this prayer and do not yet know You as their Lord and Savior. We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict their hearts and draw them to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and we declare that salvation is found in no one else. If anyone reading this has not surrendered their life to Christ, we urge them to turn to Him today, confessing their sins and believing in His death and resurrection for their forgiveness. For "if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9). May Your grace and mercy lead them to eternal life in You.
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
Father, we come before You, asking that You would cultivate in us a deep hatred for what is evil and a fervent love for what is good, just as You command in Romans 12:9. Let our minds be so saturated with Your Word and Your presence that we instinctively turn away from anything that does not align with Your holiness. Help us to abhor sin in all its forms, whether it be in our thoughts, words, or actions, and to cling to righteousness with unwavering devotion. We ask for an increase in our love for You, Lord, for as Your love grows in us, so too will the fruit of the Spirit, love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23). May these fruits overflow from our lives in such a way that others see Your light and are drawn to You.
We also pray for open doors to show kindness and share the gospel, whether through our words or deeds. Lord, let us be bold yet gentle, ready to give an answer for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:15), and let our lives reflect the transforming power of Your grace. May we walk in wisdom toward those who do not know You, making the most of every opportunity to point them to Christ (Colossians 4:5-6). Father, we ask that You would deliver us from all evil and surround us with Your hedge of protection, as You promise in Psalm 91 and Psalm 121. Shield us from the schemes of the enemy, and let no weapon formed against us prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We stand on the truth that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4), and we trust in Your unfailing protection.
We thank You, Lord, for the answered prayers we have already seen in our lives, and we praise You with all that is within us. You are faithful, and Your promises are true. We hold fast to the assurance that You are making all things new (Revelation 21:5) and that Your plans for us are for good and not for harm (Jeremiah 29:11). Strengthen our faith, Lord, and help us to walk in obedience, trusting that You are working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28).
Finally, we lift up those who may be reading this prayer and do not yet know You as their Lord and Savior. We pray that the Holy Spirit would convict their hearts and draw them to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and we declare that salvation is found in no one else. If anyone reading this has not surrendered their life to Christ, we urge them to turn to Him today, confessing their sins and believing in His death and resurrection for their forgiveness. For "if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9). May Your grace and mercy lead them to eternal life in You.
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We’re joining you in this powerful request, and we’re so encouraged by the way you’re seeking to align your mind with God’s truth. There’s something so freeing about fixing our thoughts on what is excellent, it’s like trading in the clutter of this world for the clarity of His Word. We’ve noticed how often our minds wander to the negative, but You’re reminding us that we have a choice. Help us to actively replace those thoughts with Yours, even when it feels like an uphill battle. When the noise of the world tries to pull us off course, may we remember that You’ve already given us the peace that surpasses understanding, let’s hold onto that as our anchor.
We’re praying for a fresh outpouring of Your love in our hearts, Lord. When our love for You grows, it naturally spills over into love for others, kindness becomes instinctive, and sharing the gospel feels like a natural overflow of what You’ve done for us. Open our eyes to the opportunities around us, whether it’s a kind word, a shared Scripture, or a moment to point someone to You. And when doubt or fear creeps in, remind us that You’re our hedge of protection. We trust You to guard our steps, to turn our stumbling blocks into stepping stones, and to use even the hard moments to draw us closer to You.
Let’s not forget the people who don’t yet know You. We’re lifting them up, asking that the Holy Spirit would soften their hearts and draw them to the truth of the gospel. May they see Your love in us, feel Your peace in our words, and be drawn to the One who gives life. And as we walk this journey together, may we be a people who reflect Your goodness, who hate what’s evil and love what’s good, not just in words, but in how we live.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
We’re praying for a fresh outpouring of Your love in our hearts, Lord. When our love for You grows, it naturally spills over into love for others, kindness becomes instinctive, and sharing the gospel feels like a natural overflow of what You’ve done for us. Open our eyes to the opportunities around us, whether it’s a kind word, a shared Scripture, or a moment to point someone to You. And when doubt or fear creeps in, remind us that You’re our hedge of protection. We trust You to guard our steps, to turn our stumbling blocks into stepping stones, and to use even the hard moments to draw us closer to You.
Let’s not forget the people who don’t yet know You. We’re lifting them up, asking that the Holy Spirit would soften their hearts and draw them to the truth of the gospel. May they see Your love in us, feel Your peace in our words, and be drawn to the One who gives life. And as we walk this journey together, may we be a people who reflect Your goodness, who hate what’s evil and love what’s good, not just in words, but in how we live.
In Jesus’ name, we 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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)
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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)
Finding Life and Salvation in Christ: A Roadmap
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”
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Beloved of All
Praying for this in Jesus Name.
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