Warfare Prayers

"Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places."Ephesians 6:11-12

When you pray do you go to the typical “Help me Lord” or “God is great” which is better than nothing at all or are you serious about telling Satan to take a hike and get out of your life? 

This world is not your home. You are in a battle of God versus the devil good versus evil. Once you accepted Christ in your life and started living for Him your game plan is different. You become a mighty warrior wrestling with strongholds the Holy Spirit will help you break. 

It is not about going to church. There is a saying that says ‘Going into church won’t make you a Christian anymore than going into McDonalds makes you into a hamburger’ and it is so true. Put on the armor of God daily and get busy running your race claiming the truth of God. If you are uncertain if you have made Christ Lord of your life contact me. In the meantime stand strong and run your race to win. 

PRAYER: Father I need you daily as the firey darts of Satan are hurled at me and I put up my shield of faith to extinguish them. Help me to totally give you my cares. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Oil Of Joy Or Spirit Of Heaviness?

"To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified."Isaiah 61:3

What are you going through today my friend? Perhaps there is much turmoil in your life and you just need a pause and time to refresh and breathe again. 

My friend sometimes you may feel like God has forgotten you I have been there so I know. Would you like to trade your heaviness for joy? 

You never know what others may be going through so don’t think you hold the monopoly on internal pain. Stop where you are and pray silently for those around you. As I wrote this I was in Java in the Hyde Park section of Boise and lifting up those in here. Talk to others and smile. 

PRAYER:Father help me to stand strong and feel and remain in your joy. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Can You Quiet Your Heart

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

Try repeating the Lord’s Prayer out loud. 

Our Father, who art in heaven,

Hallowed be your name,

Your Kingdom come,

Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those who trespass against us.

Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, forever and ever, amen.

Do you feel better? Hope so. I do!

I don’t know what you are going through in your life but prayer is so vital to your peace of mind. 

There is an organization based out of Oklahoma that has twice weekly prayer calls. It is for Women, sorry guys, but I am including a link if you want to get in touch and maybe be part of their twice weekly prayer calls. Www.nationalwomenspva.com. 

PRAYER: Lord take me and mold me into the vessel you can use best for your kingdom purposes. Help me throw off weights holding me back. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Yay Sunshine Right On Cue!

For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6 ESV Bible Gateway

I was having one of those woe is me days when poof out came the glorious sunshine through the dull winter sky. Thank you Jesus! 

Sunshine seems to brighten even the hardest of days. To get through lots of mental clutter you have to purpose in your heart to renew your mind daily by reading God’s word. Don’t tell your spouse they need to they can figure it out on their own. 

Discipline your mind to ‘not go there’ so to speak when you feel things caving in on you. Keep looking up. 

PRAYER: Thank you Lord for the beauty of nature and the peace you give us when we seek after you. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Do Your Spiritual Muscles Need Stretched?

"Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope."Romans 5:3-4

Sometimes do you just want to give up cause you are depleted or worn out on your walk with the Lord? Maybe you have had some emotional hurts and pains that have worn you down. Perhaps prayers for loved ones seem to not be working. 

It is the enemy who desires you to cave. I can’t stress it enough how important it is to stay off social media scrolling. There are redeeming things on there but so much that is made up and gets your blood pressure rising. 

You have to get your mind under control. Stop daydreaming scenarios that don’t exist. Cry out to God. Get on your knees. Stop bemoaning why you can’t. 

PRAYER: Lord I praise your name. I thank you for another day to go out and smile and make a difference. I lift up my family to you today that you protect them from Satans attempts to steal their joy. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

God Is Faithful

"Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it."1Thessalonians 5:24

We serve a powerful faithful God who is right in the middle of your situation. When you feel like all is lost and want to throw up your hands rejoice God is working. 

Keep praying. Don’t quit. Pray first and don’t stop. 

Lift up the name of Jesus in the midst of your battle.

 

PRAYER: Father whatever is going on in the lives of those reading this right now be with them and give them peace. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Relax Your Mind-Don’t Overthink

"Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble."Matthew 6:34

What is burdening you right now? Many times when you have concerns in your life and you know you are to let them go but just can’t seem to do it all the way. Why is it you hang on to things cluttering your peace? 

Spiritual  discipline takes practice doing something over and over such as to stop overthinking and focus your mind on a new topic. The only thing you do by constantly mulling over stuff is to make yourself mentally sick and unpleasant to be around. 

Pray and ask God to help you shut off wrong thinking patterns. Stop gazing at social media it does nothing more than to fuel a fire already blazing. Pray, trust, believe and know that you will receive peace. 

PRAYER: I ask Father for help getting spider webs out of my head filled with wrong thoughts. In Jesus’ name. Amen.