Relentless prayer is a relentless pursuit in seeing God’s will done on earth.
” ‘As for me, I look to the LORD for help. I wait confidently for God to save me, and my God will certainly hear me.’ – Micah 7:7 NLT
Our confidence in God hearing us does not come from our own efforts or perfect living – it comes from Him. God’s word gives us confidence because we know He is faithful to His word – 2 Timothy 2:13. He tells us what He will listen to and what turns His face away.
He listens to those who are dependent upon Him, repentant – Psalm 116:1-2. But He turns His face away from those living in unrepentant sin; refusing to listen to them – Psalm 66:18. ” – excerpt taken from Revival of the Hearts, by Alysa VanderWeerd
CURRENT EVENTS
Melanie Yates was shot in the head by a stray bullet, Sunday Oct. 17, while reading the Bible to her 7 month old daughter in Zion, Illinois – Praying for her 7 month old daughter and family.
“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” Psalm 34:18 NLT
Alec Baldwin accidentally fatally shot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins with a prop gun, and injured director Joel Souza – Praying for the husband and son of Halyna Hutchins, healing for Joel Souza, and for emotional/psychological healing for Alec Baldwin; and for their salvation if they do not know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
“Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.” Psalm 73:25-26 NLT
Tornadoes in Oklahoma – Praying for the families who have experienced loss or damage due to the tornadoes, and for the gospel to go out and for people to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 NKJV
Florida fire chief fired for not enforcing vaccine mandate – Praying for former Orange County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Stephen Davis and all those who are facing job loss due to refusing to enforce or comply with the vaccine mandate; and for the salvation of those who don’t know the Lord, who are facing the vaccine mandate backlash.
“Let your favor shine on your servant. In your unfailing love, rescue me. Don’t let me be disgraced, O LORD, for I call out to you for help. Let the wicked be disgraced; let them lie silent in the grave.” Psalm 31:16-17 NLT
WORK
Doctors/Nurses – Praying for wisdom and discernment for doctors and nurses, empathy and care for their patients, and strength and energy for their work days.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 NKJV
Lawyers – Praying for wisdom and insight for all lawyers and the cases they have before them, with eyes opened to the truths in their client’s case.
“Truth stands the test of time, lies are soon exposed.” Proverbs 12:19
Construction workers – Praying for construction workers to win the bid on the jobs that they need, working unto the Lord and not to man; and that the construction crew is faithful in showing up for their job.
“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you are working for the Lord rather than for people.” Colossians 3:23 NLT
Electricians – Praying for electricians to have plenty of work and that they work unto the Lord and not unto man.
“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you are working for the Lord rather than for people.” Colossians 3:23 NLT
Authors – Praying for authors to hear God in the direction of their work, glorifying and honoring Him, and for their work to reach all who need it to either learn from or be entertained by.
“Now all glory to God, who is able through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.”
CHRISTIAN LIVING
Mothers – Praying for wisdom for all mothers, in every stage of the game, in praying for their children, raising their young children and in supporting their older children, glorifying God in all that they do.
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” Matthew 6:33 NLT
“The LORD is my shepherd, I have all that I need.” Psalm 23:1 NLT
Fathers – Praying for wisdom for all fathers in leading their family, raising their young children in the ways of the Lord, and listening/guiding their older children.
“Fathers do not provoke your children to anger by the way that you treat them. Rather bring them up with discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 NLT
“How joyful are those who fear the LORD – all who follow his ways! You will enjoy the fruit of your labor. How joyful and prosperous you will be! Your wife will be like a fruitful grapevine, flourishing within your home. Your children will be like vigorous young olive trees as they sit around your table. That is the LORD’s blessing for those who fear him.” Psalm 128:1-4 NLT
Husband and wife desiring a family – Praying for married couples who desire to have a family and have yet to be blessed in this area, that God blesses them with their own children or adoption.
“He gives the childless woman a family, making her a happy mother. Praise the LORD!” Psalm 113:9 NLT
CHURCHES
People attending – Praying people are drawn to a Bible teaching church this weekend, either in person or online, and that they hear and understand the message with the intention of living it out; and that the cares of this world do not snatch the message away from their hearts and minds.
“The seed that fell on the footpath represents those who hear the message about the Kingdom and don’t understand it. Then the evil one comes and snatches away the seed that was planted in their hearts. The seed on the rocky soil represents those who hear the message and immediately receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they don’t last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God’s word. The seed that fell among the thorns represents those who hear God’s word, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life and the lure of wealth, so no fruit is produced. The seed that fell on good soil represents those who truly hear and understand God’s word and produce a harvest of thirty, sixty, or even a hundred times as much as had been planted.” Matthew 13:19-23 NLT
Sunday services – Praying God is high and lifted up, worshipped and praised by hearts of gratitude.
“Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:21 NLT
Non-believers – Praying for God to draw non-believers to church this weekend, preparing their hearts to receive the message and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior; and for those non-believers who will encounter a Christian this weekend to hear God speak through the Christian and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him will not perish but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 NKJV
PRAYER
Abba, we are so thankful that You care about everything that takes place here on earth. We lift up these people today, asking for Your will to be done in their lives. Thank You for Your love, grace, and mercy. We ask, Lord for Your power to be witnessed and that many accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior; realizing eternity is real and they have the choice today to choose life with You now and on into heaven, or death – a wasted life here on earth and eternal destruction in hell. Praying people choose life and live at peace with You – Romans 8:5-6. In Jesus’ name, Amen.