Praise and Worship – John 4:34-38 and Acts 1:8 (NLT)

³⁴ Then Jesus explained: “My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work. ³⁵ You know the saying, ‘Four months between planting and harvest.’ But I say, wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest. ³⁶ The harvesters are paid good wages, and the fruit they harvest is people brought to eternal life. What joy awaits both the planter and the harvester alike! ³⁷ You know the saying, ‘One plants and another harvests.’ And it’s true. ³⁸ I sent you to harvest where you didn’t plant; others had already done the work, and now you will get to gather the harvest.” (John 4:34–38, NLT)

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)

Jesus gave us these instructions but did not leave us to do the job in our own strength. Acts 1:8 is a very clear promise. In this prayer guide we will look at each of the areas of society, reminding God of His promise and praying for the people in each sphere to be harvesters. One of the keys to this prayer is to also ask God which sphere you relate to the most and know that God is empowering YOU to be one of the harvesters!

Around the world we are seeing a fantastic partnership between the prayer movement and the missions movement. WE NEED BOTH! Let’s pray earnestly that in each of these areas of prayer people will be empowered by Holy Spirit to know who to talk to, who is searching and open to hear about Jesus. And we PRAY the words will lead to salvation.

Pray for your neighborhood – your Family, Church, Schools.

Pray for your pastor(s), school staff, mechanic, doctor, store checker, all those with whom you rub shoulders. You know many names and some of their stories. Pray that they will know that Jesus loves them. Ask God for the opportunity to share your Jesus-story with them.

Praying for Whatcom County & the World

Art & Media                   Acts 4:12, 10:43

·       More than ever, AI and other challenges to the truth can make the media a place of great deception. Pray for discernment.

·       Pray for the power of Holy Spirit to guide people to the gospel message.

·       Specifics: Christian concerts, movies, music, websites, radio, books… Father, we ask that You will protect the truth and draw people to hear the message of salvation through media.

Business                         John 14:6, 1 Timothy 2:5

·       During the challenge of tariff negotiations, supply challenges, & economic uncertainty the Bible message is constant & clear.

·       Specifics: Pray for the gospel message of salvation, peace that passes understanding, and of living today with eternity in mind to pervade the workplace in Whatcom County.

Church                            Philippians 2:9-11

·       The parks are full of people, and many are hungry for truth. Pray the body of Christ will pray, and be ready to proclaim the gospel at any time

·       Specifics: VBS, Church camps, short-term mission trips, Young Life camps, Child Evangelism Fellowship camps and trainings, etc.….

Development              Hebrews 7:25, Romans 8:1-2

·       One of the most challenging mission fields is that of the people who are carrying heavy loads of guilt, or for whom the weight of the world seems to be crashing in on them. Whether there is a diagnosable mental illness or not, Jesus came to set people free!

·       Specifics: Pray for counselors and those who work with the marginalized in our society to be filled with the Spirit and pray for the mental / spiritual / emotional healing of their clients.

Education                      Psalm 23:3

·       During summer break – Pray that 1000’s will experience the Holy Spirit preparing their heart to hear the gospel through a friend.

·       Specifics: Father, we pray that 1000’s of students and staff will experience the overwhelming love of Christ this summer and come back to school in the fall as new creations in Christ.

Family                              Acts 16:31, Luke 9:48

·       Pray for the restoration of the family alter of prayer in every believing household in Whatcom County. 

·       Specifics: Pray for all the Christian summer camp opportunities so many of these children may come home to share the story of forgiveness and freedom found only in Jesus.

Government                 John 6:44, Matthew 19:26

·       The gospel message is going forward in the most unlikely places around the world. God loves each individual as His son or daughter, so let us pray that the halls of government become fertile soil for the gospel message.

·       Specifics: Pray that throughout local cities, school boards, county, state and national governments, people will understand their spiritual need and Jesus followers will be there to share the gospel.

Health                                             John 10:10

·       All the challenges we see in society are present, and can sometimes be focused in, our health care community.

·       Specifics: The enemy desires individuals and families to be divided and dysfunctional. Jesus came that we might have life to the full!

·       Pray for patients who are desperate for physical healing, hope and encouragement to find spiritual healing during their time of vulnerability.

International Missions/Israel/Native Americans

Great Commission   Psalm 118:6

·       Please pray that God will tear down the strongholds of Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Animism that hold captive billions of people worldwide.

·       Pray for the open door of opportunity that exists right now in many of the war-torn areas of the world. Pray that those who share the Word will have great discernment and profound boldness.

·       Specifics: Pray that God will reveal himself to them as the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and that many will turn and put their faith in him!

Israel                                Psalm 115:1

·       There are many ministries proclaiming the gospel to Jews during this time of great turmoil in Israel, and around the world. 

·       Specifics: Pray for the message of a personal relationship with Yashua (Jesus), and the inner peace that changes lives.

Native Americans     Psalm 56:3-4

·       Pray for the witness of tribal members who love Jesus to the rest of their tribes. Father, fill your children in the tribes with such love and peace that all their friends and relatives will ask:  What is the source of your Peace?

PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES in July – August

·       100 days of prayer.

·       Bless Every Home – https://app.blesseveryhome.com/

·       https://110cities.com/

·       There are many apps you could load on your phone for prayers in specific areas like prayer walking, education, personal lists, international missions

·       If you want more info call or text Tim at 360-483-8691, email: timscott@lowpc.org.

·       LOWPC website:  www.lowpc.org