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Prayer for Religious Freedom Where Laws Oppose Christian Evangelism and Freedom of Worship

By Karen Barber | July 1, 2016

Prayer is one of our most powerful weapons we have to combat laws that prevent Christians from evangelizing and worshiping in countries around the world.  Here is a prayer using Scriptures to open closed doors so that the good news about Jesus Christ and the salvation he offers can be shared with everyone. Prayer for…

Prayer for Worldwide Economic Stability

By Karen Barber | June 27, 2016

This prayer for Worldwide economic stability is needed because economic  instability causes fear and distress.  Prayer can help us move toward a feeling of security in our personal and communal lives by acknowledging our dependence on God as our source of all provision and help.   Here is a prayer for worldwide economic stability that can…

A Prayer for Strength when Ill and Suffering

By Wendy Weathers | May 5, 2016

Praying when we are ill and suffering helps us talk honestly to God about the feelings of helplessness and hopelessness that overwhelm us when we are unable to function normally. My struggles during illness and suffering I was recently hospitalized for a chronic illness, then a month later hospitalized for a secondary illness caused by…

Cinco de Mayo Prayer

By Karen Barber | May 4, 2016

This Cinco de Mayo Prayer focuses on how God can empower us to triumph when we feel  outnumbered and less powerful than the problems we are facing in life.   In it we claim the power of David when he was able to defeat the giant Goliath. Historical Background Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory…

Prayer for Those in an Unhealthy Lifestyle

By Karen Barber | May 2, 2016

Praying for those living an unhealthy lifestyle is a way for family members and friends to help those we love.  Unhealthy lifestyles include anything that is contrary to what’s written in the Bible about God’s way of living.  The Bible tells what types of behaviors are considered wrong and sinful, whether it is something morally,…

Improving Your Prayer Life by Writing Down Lists and Prayers

By Susan Feaster | April 16, 2016

Wondering how to improve your prayer life?  Writing prayer lists, prayer requests and doing written prayers can help your prayers become organized and focused. One of my goals as we began the new year was to improve my prayer life.  To be a better pray-er.  I didn’t want to just say prayers.  I didn’t want…