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Table of Contents

Welcome ..............................................................................................1

Lifestyle Prayer...................................................................................7

The Lord’s Prayer...............................................................................11

Praying the Promises.......................................................................17

Tabernacle Prayer.............................................................................23

Prayer and Scripture Devotional....................................................29

Warfare Prayers...............................................................................33

Personal Prayer Targets...................................................................39

My Prayer Journal............................................................................49

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Welcome to our “Seek And You Will Find”

Personal Prayer Guide and JournalChristianity is not a religion, it’s a relationship. A relationship takes time and must be developed to get the full benefit of it. With that thought in mind, Jesus taught us...

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.” —Matthew 7:7-8 (ESV)

Prayer and seeking God must be our first priority, not our last resort!At Victory we have a “PRAY FIRST” culture! #prayfirst

Understanding the necessity of prayer is not enough. In order for it to become a part of our life, it needs to become something we deeply believe in and look forward to doing. I’m convinced most people don’t enjoy prayer because they have never been taught how to pray and therefore how to really experience the blessings it brings. That’s where this simple prayer journal can help. We will use the greatest prayer model of all, “The Lord’s Prayer.” We have also included some other supporting prayer resources.

This booklet is designed to bring joy and meaning into your time with God. When you discover the beauty of daily conversation with Him, you’ll experience the presence of God in a new way that will change your life! You will be able to watch Him answer your prayers!

Prayer changes everything!

May God bless you and our church as we venture together into new dimensions of prayer and seeking God! May we always keep it first place in all we do!

The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. —Psalm 34:10 (ESV)

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Lifestyle Prayer

How do we make prayer a part of our everyday life? We can learn from three things that Jesus did…

Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. —Mark 1:35 (NIV)

• A certain time

Jesus got up very early in the morning to spend time with His Heavenly Father. In order for prayer to work, we should do the same. Make a daily appointment with God and keep it. The beginning of the day is best.

• A certain place

Jesus had a prayer place. Your prayer place needs to be an undistracted environment where you can pray out loud and perhaps have some worship music playing in the background.

• A certain plan

Go into your prayer time with a plan. If it changes that’s fine. When Jesus taught His disciples how to pray, He gave His disciples a prayer outline. We call it the Lord’s Prayer. This outline along with several other tools are available in this booklet.

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A guide to praying how Jesus taught us to pray using“The Lord’s Prayer”...

Have you ever seen something someone else had and you wanted it? The disciples were the same way. They noticed that Jesus had something different when He prayed. They recognized that prayer was the source of Jesus’ connection to the Father, and to the power and authority He walked in. They asked Him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” This prayer guide will show you how to grow and connect with God through prayer “the Jesus way”!

“Once Jesus was in a certain place praying. As he finished, one of his disciples came to him and said, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.’” —Luke 11:1 (NLT)

Your life can be changed through prayer! Join us as we seek God using this guide.

The Lord’s Prayer was never meant to just be recited, although that is okay, but in the Jewish teaching fashion it contained principles that Jesus meant for us to pray by.

In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father 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 debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. —Matthew 6:9-13 (NKJV)

In the pages ahead, we have broken out Jesus’ principles on how to pray. You can learn to pray this way and see God move in your life!

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Passion — connect with God relationally.“OurFather,whoisinheaven,hallowedbeYourname.”

Be a worshipper before you start asking God for things. Your Father loves you! Connect with God relationally. God loves for us to call Him our Father. Establish your intimate relationship with Him and thank Him for the relationship you have with Him. Sing, shout, clap, kneel! It’s out of a love relationship with Him that things will begin to happen! Develop that relationship as you begin to pray. Reminder: We can only enter into a relationship with the Father through Jesus and what He did for us on the cross! Make sure you know Him as Savior! (John 14:6, John 1:12).

You have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when He adopted you as His own children. Now we call Him, “Abba, Father” —Romans 8:15 (NLT)

Realize in the names of God every need you have is met! Pray, believe and receive the Lord’s strength and provision in all the areas represented by His names below. God’s name is a place of protection—the righteous can run there and be safe. (Proverbs 18:10)

God’s NamesJehovah Tsidkenu (Jer. 33:16) Our Righteousness I am forgiven of all sin.

Jehovah M’Kaddesh (Lev. 20:8) Our Sanctifier I am set apart for ministry.

Jehovah Rapha (Ex. 15:26) Our Healer I have health and healing.

Jehovah Nissi (Ex. 17:15) Our Victory I am secure and victorious.

Jehovah Raah (Ps. 23:1) Our Shepherd I am led by the Holy Spirit.

Jehovah Shalom (Judg. 6:24) Our Peace I have peace and sanctuary.

Jehovah Shammah (Ezek. 48:35) The Lord Is There I have God’s presence.

Jehovah Jireh (Gen. 22:14) Our Provider I have success and provision.

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Purpose — pray God’s agenda first.“Yourkingdomcome,Yourwillbedone,onearthasitisinheaven.”

We often think happiness is in “our” kingdom come. Not so. God’s Kingdom coming on earth, and His will being done in our lives, is where true fulfillment starts!

God’s first priority is always to save the lost! Jesus is building His church to save the lost and disciple the saved to bless our world!

Our vision is “Building the Church, Blessing Our World”!

Before you pray for yourself or your family, pray for the lost, our church, our nation, and our world. Then pray for God’s kingdom to come also in your family and your own life!

Provision — depend on God for everything.“Giveusthisdayourdailybread.”

God is our provider! No matter what happens in the world around us, God desires to provide for us. He provides “daily” to keep us dependent on Him! To receive His provision, we must pray! Then we obey any direction He gives us. Learn to “call in” provision from the “north, south, east and west”! Call in all that God has ordained for you, our church, your kingdom endeavors, your business and family. Don’t let the devil steal from you! (John 10:10).

Pardon — get your heart right with God and people.“Forgiveusoursins,asweforgivethosewhosinagainstus.”

Sin is at the root of the human condition. The good news is Jesus died and shed His blood to forgive us! We must run to God, not from Him! We must also be willing to forgive anyone who sins against us, or God won’t forgive us. Come to God in prayer with your own sins and release others who have sinned against you. The Bible says if we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins. (1 John 1:9)

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Protection — engage in spiritual warfare.“Leadusnotintotemptation,butdeliverusfromevil.”

God is our protector and defender, but it’s not automatic. We need to pray for His protection. God will guide us out of harm’s way, and deliver us from evil if we pray in faith. We have victory over evil! Pray over your family and children, your property, your work place, friends and church, for His protection and victory. Engage the enemy in spiritual warfare!

Weapons of Our Warfare

“The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” —2 Corinthians 10:4-5 (NIV)

The Name of Jesus - There is authority in the name of Jesus.

“[They] returned with joy and said, ‘Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name.’” —Luke 10:17 (NIV)

PRAYER:Father, Your Word says that no weapon formed against me shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Therefore I declare that no weapon formed against me prospers this day or any day to come in Jesus’ name. Through Jesus’ name all works of the enemy are defeated! The Blood of Jesus - The shed blood of Jesus is the ultimate defeat of the enemy.

“They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony...” —Revelation 12:11 (NIV)

PRAYER:Lord Jesus, I confess to You all of my sins this day, yesterday and every day past. I repent and renounce them, those known and unknown, those of omission and commission, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do. I lay down at Your feet all the sins of the flesh, the tongue, and of the heart, and all unholy thoughts and actions. Thank You, Lord, for shedding Your precious blood for me. I plead the

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blood of Jesus over my spouse, children, immediate family members, relatives, friends, acquaintances and lastly myself. I thank You today for Your protection! I put all of these things under the covering of Your precious blood and declare that Satan cannot touch them, on this day or any day to come.

The Word of God - There is power in the Word of God.

“For the Word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” —Hebrews 4:12 (NIV)

PRAYER:I stand on Your Word. The enemy is driven out from before me, above me, around me, and below me; from my home, workplace, church and its ministries, children, and loved ones; from my works and labors, land, and my presence. I declare that he is not able to stand against me, and his works are taken captive and destroyed. He will not prevail against me, for the Spirit of the Lord shall raise a standard against him. I declare all of these things accomplished by the truths, promises and power of Your Word.

Power — express faith in God’s ability.“ForYoursisthekingdomandthepowerandthegloryforever.Amen.”

Express your faith in God’s power and ability to bring about His will both now and forever!

“Ah, Sovereign LORD, You have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for You” —Jeremiah 32:17 (NIV)

End your prayer time by reminding yourself of God’s ability. Return to praise and make your faith declarations.

“Yours is the Kingdom” – all rule belongs to You.“Yours is the Power” – all mightiness flows from You.“Yours is the Glory” – Your victory shall be complete.

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A short guide to how Jesus taught us to pray

“The Lord’s Prayer”

PassionOur Father, who is in heaven, hallowed be Your name.Be a worshipper before you start asking God for things. Your Father loves you! It’s out of a love relationship with Him that things will begin to happen! Develop that relationship as you begin to pray.

PurposeYour kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.We often think happiness is in “our” kingdom come. Not so. God’s Kingdom coming to us, and His will being done in our lives is where true fulfillment starts! And it can come now, on earth, not just in heaven! Pray for that in your life, your family, your friends, your church, your nation, your world!

ProvisionGive us this day our daily bread.God is a provider! No matter what happens in the world around us, God desires to provide for us. He provides “daily” to keep us dependent on Him! To receive His provision, we must pray! And then obey any direction He gives us.

PardonForgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.Sin is at the root of the human condition. The good news is Jesus died and shed His blood to forgive all our sins! We must run to God, not from Him! He loves us and wants to forgive all our sins and help us grow. We must also be willing to forgive anyone who sins against us, or God can’t forgive us. Come to God in prayer with your own sins, and also in prayer, release others who have sinned against you.

ProtectionLead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.God is our protector and defender, but it’s not automatic. We need to pray for His protection. God will guide us out of harm’s way, and deliver us from evil if we pray in faith! We have victory over evil! Pray over your family and children, your property, your work place, friends and church!

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Praying the Promises Not one word of all the good promises that the LORD had made to the house of Israel had failed; all came to pass. —Joshua 21:45 (ESV)

For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so through him the “Amen” is spoken by us to the glory of God. —2 Corinthians 1:20 (NIV)

God wants us to learn to pray based on His promises. We can’t do things in just our own strength. So, God wants us to learn to depend on His promises in Christ based on grace and the work of Jesus on the cross.

When faced with challenges in your life, get into God’s Word and see the promises God has made for His children in that area. Search those out and write them down and begin to “pray the promises”!

As an example, I (Randy Starkey) was recently facing a situation that was challenging. The Lord directed me to look in the book of Psalms for every promise related to this situation. There were six direct promises. I copied those down and began to pray over them. Within three days I began to see God move! Thank God for His promises!

Hebrews 11:33 says that through faith they... “obtained promises”!

So ask God to show you the promises you need for your situations! There are promises in the Bible related to family, children, healing, provision, protection, security, long life, and more. Dig into those verses!

By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know Him, the One who called us to Himself by means of His marvelous glory and excellence. And because of His glory and excellence, He has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share His divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires. —2 Peter 1:3-4 (NLT)

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Tabernacle Prayer

The Tabernacle was the dwelling place of God where He met His people. As they entered the Tabernacle, they passed through seven stations as a protocol to God’s presence. Today, these same steps can help us to connect with God and lead us through important elements of prayer.

1. The Outer Court – Thanksgiving and Praise

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name —(Psalm 100:4).

As the people of God entered the Tabernacle, they came in with thanksgiving on their lips. Thanking God for all the blessings in your life is a great way to begin. Every day, think of a fresh reason why you love and appreciate God.

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2. The Brazen Altar – The Cross of Jesus

Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s —(Psalm 103:2-5).

In the Old Testament, everyone who had committed sin had to bring animal sacrifices. Jesus paid for all your sins once and for all. You simply need to receive the benefits of what Jesus did for you.

• Salvation – God forgives all my sin • Healing – God heals all my diseases • Redemption – God rescues me from every attack • Transformation – God puts His love in me • Provision – God provides everything I need

3. The Laver – Cleansing and Preparing

Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship —(Romans 12:1).

The next step in the Tabernacle was a bowl of water where people could wash. Checking your hearts and motives and then surrendering your life to God is an important part of daily prayer. Here are some ways to keep your heart right with God.

• Repent from any known sin. • Offer your body to God. • Your tongue – to speak good and not evil • Your eyes – to see God and the needs of others • Your ears – to be sensitive to His voice • Your hands – to do good to others • Your feet – to walk in God’s ways • Offer your mind to God (Philippians 4:8; Romans 12:2). • Ask God to give you the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).

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4. The Candlestick – the Holy Spirit

The Spirit of the LORD will rest on him— the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of might, the Spirit of the knowledge and fear of the LORD (Isaiah 11:2).

The next piece of furniture in the Tabernacle was a seven-branched golden candlestick. The fire represents the Holy Spirit. Every day you should invite the presence of the Holy Spirit into your life.

• The Spirit of the Lord • The Spirit of Wisdom • The Spirit of Understanding • The Spirit of Counsel • The Spirit of Might • The Spirit of Knowledge • The Fear of the Lord

You should also ask God to give you spiritual gifts —(1 Corinthians 12:8-10).

5. The Table of Shewbread – the Word of God Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful —(Joshua 1:8).

A table with twelve loaves of bread represents the importance of reading God’s Word for daily sustenance. With this in mind, here are ways to nourish your soul:

• Read God’s Word. • Claim His many great promises. • Ask for fresh revelation of the Word. • Take time to read and meditate on the Word. • Get a Word for the day.

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6. The Altar of Incense – Worship

The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe —(Proverbs 18:10).

A small altar of burning incense stood at the entrance to the Holy of Holies, where God’s presence dwelt. This altar represents worship. The people of God literally entered God’s presence worshipping the Names of God, including:

• God is My Righteousness – Jeremiah 23:6 • God is My Sanctifier – Leviticus 20:7-8 • God is My Healer – Exodus 15:26 • God is My Provider – Genesis 22:14 • God is My Banner of Victory – Exodus 17:15 • God is My Peace – Judges 6:24 • God is My Shepherd – Psalm 23:1 • God is Always There – Ezekiel 48:35

7. The Ark of the Covenant – Intercession

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth —(1 Timothy 2:1-4).

The final place in the Tabernacle was the place where God’s presence dwelt. It was there that the priest interceded on behalf of the people. In the New Testament, you and I are all called priests and instructed to intercede for others.

• Those in authority – spiritual, civil, family, and workplace • My family • My church – pastor, small group, members, and vision/mission • My city, nation, and world • My needs

You can use the Prayer Targets at the end of this booklet to help guide you in this.

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prayer andscripture

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Prayer and Scripture DevotionalThis is a great prayer outline mixed with Scripture readings. Simply walk through the outline while you look up the passages of Scripture.

1. Thanksgiving and Praise Present Yourself to God (Mark 12:30)

Think of a fresh reason to thank Him (Psalm 100:4, 118:24).

Present your body in worship (Romans 12:1; Psalm 63:3-4) by: • Kneeling before Him as your Lord • Lifting your hands to Him as your Source • Standing in praise before Him as your King • Clapping your hands with rejoicing • Dancing with joy as a child • Bowing your head in humility

Sing a new song to Him (Psalm 96:1-2; Colossians 3:16).

Invite Holy Spirit assisted praise (Jude 20; 1 Corinthians 14:15).

2. Confession and Cleansing Present Your Heart to God (Proverbs 4:23)

Ask God to search your heart (Psalm 139:23-24) for: • Sin – receive cleansing and righteousness • Selfishness – receive holiness and sanctification • Stress – receive life and power • Sickness – receive healing and strength

Remember the danger of self-deception (Jeremiah 17:9; 1 John 1:6-10).

Set a monitor on your mouth and heart (Psalm 19:14, 49:3).

Ask God to help you keep His purposes and goals in view (Psalm 90:12; Philippians 3:13-14).

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3. Order and Obedience Present Your Day to God (Psalm 37:5)

Present the day’s details (Psalm 37:4-5, 31:14-15; Dt. 33:25). • Choose the fear of the Lord. • Commit your works to God.

Indicate your dependence upon God (Proverbs 3:5-7; Psalm 131:1-3).

Request specific direction for actions and decisions (Psalm 25:4-5; Isaiah 30:21).

Choose to obey God’s explicit instructions (Matthew 6:10, 7:7-8). • In the Word of God • By choosing to do His will

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Warfare PrayersPrayer is not only communion with God; it is confrontation with the enemy. These prayers are very helpful in spiritual warfare.

Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the Gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people —(Ephesians 6:11-18).

The Armor of God(based on Ephesians 6:13-17)

“Thank You, Lord, for my salvation. I receive it in a new and fresh way from You and I declare that nothing can separate me from the love of Christ and the place I have in Your kingdom. I wear Your righteousness today against all condemnation and corruption. Cover me with Your holiness and purity—defend me from all assaults against my heart. Lord, I put on the belt of truth. I choose a lifestyle of honesty and integrity. Expose the lies I have believed, and show me the truths I need today. I choose to live for the Gospel in every moment. Show me where You are working and lead me to it. Give me strength to walk daily with You. I believe that You are powerful against every lie and assault of the enemy. You have good in store for me. Nothing is coming today that can overcome me because You are with me. Holy Spirit, show me the truths of the Word of God that I will need to counter the traps of the enemy. Bring those Scriptures to mind today. Finally, Holy Spirit, I agree to walk in step with You in everything as my spirit communes with You in prayer throughout the day.”

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The Weapons of our Warfare(based on 2 Corinthians 10:4-5)

“Father,YourWordsaysthatnoweaponformedagainstmeshallprosper(Isaiah54:17).ThereforeIdeclarethatnoweaponformedagainstmeprospersthisdayoranydaytocomeinJesus’name.YourWordsaysthattroublewillnotariseasecondtime(Nahum1:9).ThereforeIdeclarethatSatancannotmaketroubleformeagain,inthismanner,ashedidinthepastinJesus’name.IdeclarealloftheseprayersaccomplishedandbroughttopassbytrustingyouthroughfaithandexpectationinthenameofJesus.

LordJesus,IconfesstoYouallofmysinsthisday,yesterdayandeverydaypast.Irepentandrenouncethem,thoseknownandunknown,thoseofomissionandcommission,inwhatIhavedoneandinwhatIhavefailedtodo.IlaydownatYourfeetallofthesinsoftheflesh,thetongue,andoftheheart,andallunholythoughtsandactions.ThankYou,Lord,forsheddingYourpreciousbloodforme.

IstandonYourWord.Theenemyisdrivenoutfrombeforeme,aboveme,aroundme,andbelowme;frommyhome,workplace,churchanditsministries,children,andlovedones;frommyworksandlabors,land,andmypresence.Ideclarethatheisnotabletostandagainstme,andhisworksaretakencaptiveanddestroyed.Noweaponformedagainstmewillprosper,fortheSpiritoftheLordshallraiseastandardagainstthem.IdeclareallofthesethingsaccomplishedbyYourWord.Jesus,myLord,IgiveYouthanksgiving,praise,glory,honorandworshipforYourrighteousnessandholinessgiventomebyYourWordonmybehalf.”

PROTECTION PRAYER(based on 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1, 10:3-5; Romans 12:1-2) “HeavenlyFather,IbowinworshipandpraisebeforeYou.IcovermyselfwiththebloodoftheLordJesusChristasmyprotection.IsurrendermyselfcompletelyandunreservedlyineveryareaofmylifetoYou.IsubmitmyselfonlytothetrueandlivingGodandrefuseanyinvolvementoftheenemyinmylife.Ichoosetobetransformedbytherenewingofmymind.IpulldowneverythoughtthatexaltsitselfagainsttheknowledgeofChrist.Iprayandthankyouforasoundmind,themindofChrist.

TodayandeverydayIaskforprotectionovermyspouse;eachofmychildren;ourimmediatefamilymembers,relatives,friends,acquaintancesandmyself.Ialsoasktodayforprotectionduringallof

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ourtravels;forourprovision,finances,possessions,health,safety,andwelfare.IputallofthesethingsunderthecoveringofYourpreciousbloodanddeclarethatSatancannottouchthem,onthisdayoranydaytocome.”

GENERAL CONFESSION PRAYER(based on Romans 10:10; James 5:16; I John 1:7-9, 3:8)

“LordJesus,IbelievethatYouaretheSonofGod.YouaretheMessiah,comeinthefleshtodestroytheworksofthedevil.Youdiedonthecrossformysinsandroseagainthethirddayfromthedead.Inowconfessallmysinsandrepent.Ireceiveyourforgivenessandaskyoutocleansemefromallsin.ThankYouforredeemingme,cleansingme,justifyingme,andsanctifyingmeinYourblood.”

FORGIVENESS PRAYER (based on Matthew 6:14-15; Leviticus 19:18)

“Lord,Ihaveaconfessiontomake.Ihavenotloved,buthaveresentedcertainpeopleandhaveunforgivenessinmyheart.IcalluponYou,Lord,tohelpmeforgivethem.Idonowforgive(namethem).IalsoforgiveandacceptmyselfinthenameofJesusChrist.”

PRIDE PRAYER (based on Proverbs 11:2, 16:18, 26:12; 1 Timothy 3:6)

“Father,IcometoYouinthenameoftheLordJesusChrist.IknowprideisanabominationtoYou.Irenounceanythingthatwouldcausemetohaveprideinmyheartindealingwithotherpeople.Irenouncetheseandturnawayfromthem.IhumblemyselfbeforeYouandcometoYouasalittlechild.“

Study Proverbs 6:16-19 and remember that fasting is a means by which a person humbles himself before the Lord.

GENERATIONAL BONDAGE PRAYER (based on Exodus 20:4-6, 34:7; Numbers 14:18)

“InthenameoftheLordJesusChrist,Inowrenounce,break,andloosemyselffromallbondagesorbondsofphysicalormentalillnessuponme,myfamilyorfamilylineastheresultofparentsoranyotherancestors.IthankYou,Lord,forsettingmefree.”

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Personal Prayer Targets I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. —1 Timothy 2:1-4 (NIV)

Pray for those in authority and those under your authority.

MY GOVERNMENT

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MY FAMILY

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MY CHURCH

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MY LIFE

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THOSE I INFLUENCE

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THOSE WHO NEED GOD

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Praying for those that need God!

1. Pray that the Father would draw them to Jesus.

No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws them... —John 6:44 (NIV)

2. Bind the spirit that blinds their minds.

The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, Who is the image of God. —2 Corinthians 4:4 (NIV)

3. Loose the spirit of adoption (sonship).

The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by Him we cry, “Abba, Father.” —Romans 8:15 (NIV)

4. Pray that other believers will cross their paths and enter into positive relationships with them.

Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest field. —Matthew 9:38 (NIV)

5. Loose the spirit of wisdom and revelation on them so they may know God better.

I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know Him better. —Ephesians 1:17 (NIV)

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MY NEEDS/PRAYER REQUESTS

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