15thGC prayer guide
EMPOWERED: Day 29
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to have the Spirit of unity and peace as one church, pursuing God’s mission into the future. Scripture: Ephesians 4:2-6 Be completely humble … Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. (v. 3) Dr....
EMPOWERED: Day 27
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to be empowered by the Spirit. Scripture: Luke 4:16-18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on me …” (v. 18) My wife and I co-planted Ransom Church in 2009. Ever since that time, I’m drawn to the places in Scripture where there is a...
EMPOWERED: Day 26
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to be filled with the Spirit. Scripture: Acts 2:17-18 “In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people …” (v. 17) The day of Pentecost marked a pivotal moment in the church’s history. It was the...
EMPOWERED: Day 25
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to boldly live as a holiness movement in our day and time. Scripture: John 17:15-19 “Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” (v. 17) I’m not sure if I’m still ordained. Full disclosure, I am one signature short on my...
EMPOWERED: Day 24
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to boldly embrace God’s mission as one body, united by one faith, serving One Lord. Scripture: Acts 1:4-8 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses …” (v. 8) Jehovah Sabaoth, Lord...
EMPOWERED: Day 23
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Tri-State and Western New York Districts. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing … and teaching them to obey...
EMPOWERED: Day 22
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the South Carolina and South Coastal Districts. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers,...
EMPOWERED: Day 21
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Penn York and Shenandoah Districts. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip...
EMPOWERED: Day 20
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Northwest and Pacific Southwest Districts. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations … And surely I am with you always, to the...
EMPOWERED: Day 19
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the North Carolina West and Northeast Districts. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers,...
EMPOWERED: Day 18
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Mountain Plains and North Carolina East Districts. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations … And surely I am with you...
EMPOWERED: Day 17
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Kansas and Kentucky-Tennessee Districts. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to...
EMPOWERED: Day 16
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Greater Ohio and Indiana South Districts. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of...
EMPOWERED: Day 15
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Florida District and Great Lakes Region. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations … teaching them to obey …” (vv. 19-20) Dear...
EMPOWERED: Day 14
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Chesapeake and Crossroads Districts. Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations …” (v. 19) Heavenly Father, We come before you...
EMPOWERED: Day 13
Prayer Focus: For Wesleyans to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places in the Atlantic and Central Canada Districts. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to...
EMPOWERED: Day 12
Prayer Focus: Connectional moments at the 15th General Conference. Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. (v. 3) Our dear Lord and Savior, We approach your presence on this day realizing you have already...
EMPOWERED: Day 11
Prayer Focus: For delegates to vote God’s will on every General Conference memorial. Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 … but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God. (v. 2, NRSV) Lord, 14 times Wesleyans have gathered at...
EMPOWERED: Day 10
Prayer Focus: The Wesleyan Church’s 15th General Conference business. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16 Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be...
EMPOWERED: Day 9
Prayer Focus: The Wesleyan Church’s 15th General Conference preparations. Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. (v. 3) Gracious God, We bring the General Conference leadership team, rally speakers and all who...
EMPOWERED: Day 8
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to boldly embrace God’s mission in here, near, hard and far places. Scripture: Acts 1:4-8 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses …” (v. 8) My friend Jervie reminds me often that...
EMPOWERED: Day 7
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to have the Spirit of unity and peace as one church, pursuing God’s mission into the future. Scripture: John 17:20-23 “I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one …” (vv....
EMPOWERED: Day 6
Prayer Focus: For The Wesleyan Church to have wisdom and discernment in pursuing God’s vision into the future. Scripture: James 1:5-7 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. (v. 5)...