Tag: spirit

Prayer

A Prayer For Spiritual Growth

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Post date May 5, 2014

Father, we want to grow in the grace and knowledge imparted to us through the teachings of Jesus and Your faithful servants who were inspired by the Holy Spirit. We know this involves much more than simply reading the Scriptures, but it includes meditating and memorizing principles and portions of the inspired text. It includes saying “no to ungodliness and worldly passions and living self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.” As our world continues the slide into decadence and self-indulgence, it means that we, with great intention, set our heart’s desires on that which is pure and holy so that we grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in whose name we pray.

Amen.

Tags faithful, Father, grace, growth, holy, inspired, Jesus, knowledge, Prayer, servants, spirit, spiritual, teachings

Bible Verse

Romans 8:15

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Post date April 29, 2014

“For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”

Romans 8:15

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Bible Verse

Philemon 1:25

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Post date March 31, 2014

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.”

Philemon 1:25

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Prayer

A Prayer For A Steadfast Spirit

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Post date March 27, 2014

Father, in this decadent world where impostors are increasing in number and, in their menacing deception, we can easily be lured into their schemes or we can stand our ground for purity and holiness though we may be few in number. Help us to always be on guard by familiarizing ourselves with Scripture, and arming ourselves in the attire of a Christian soldier as we do battle with the enemy of darkness. And, Lord, for those who are dear to our heart; those who have taken the enemy’s bait and now are entrapped in sin’s deadly tentacles, we prayerfully intercede on their behalf as we cry out to You. Free them from the deadly strangle of Satan’s influence. Grant us wisdom, discernment, and favor as we interact with them. Send others to bring light to their darkened paths and to help us bear this heavy burden. We will not be defeated, for Your power that is within us is greater than the power of our enemy. We will not despair in our problems, but we will delight in Your promises. In the name of Jesus we pray.

Amen.

Tags battle, Christian, darkness, decadent, deception, enemy, familiarizing, Father, heart, impostors, increasing, Lord, mencing, number, Prayer, schemes, spirit

Bible Verse

2 Timothy 1:7

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Post date March 18, 2014

“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.”

2 Timothy 1:7

Tags God, love, power, self-discipline, spirit, timidity, Timothy

Prayer

A Prayer For Spirit-Empowered Boldness

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Post date March 16, 2014

Father, in this depraved generation, darkness is sweeping across the land. At one time morality and virtuous behavior was applauded, but we now live in a time where good is called evil and evil is called good. Those who uphold Biblical truths are seen as archaic, old-fashioned, unenlightened. May we not be confused by where the line crosses Your perfect will for our lives. We know in our hearts that teachings or lifestyles that defy Your holy Word is evil, not good. Enable us to “speak Your Word with great boldness” like Peter on the Day of Pentecost. May we not be intimidated or allow ourselves to be bullied into a position that contradicts that which is revealed in Your Holy Word. We rely on the power of Your Holy Spirit to live out our lives in a way that honors You. In Jesus’ name we pray.

Amen.

Tags boldness, darkness, Father, generation, Holy Word, Jesus, land, live, Prayer, spirit, virtuous

Prayer

A Prayer For Guarding Your Heart

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Post date March 14, 2014

Father, You made my heart to be the life-giving source for my physical existence and You also made my heart to be the life-giving source for spiritual existence. Create in me a pure and contrite heart, O God, and establish a steadfast spirit within me. It is only in the power of Your Holy Spirit that I can faithfully guard my heart from the follies of the world. Fill me with the abundance of Your goodness so that it overflows into the lives of others as my conversation and conduct reflect Your presence in my life. Help me, I pray, in the name of Jesus.

Amen.

Tags Father, God, goodness, guarding, heart, Holy Spirit, pray, Prayer, source, spirit

Prayer

A Prayer For Standing Firm In God’s Truth

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Post date March 6, 2014

Father, I pray for a discerning spirit to help me recognize truth from falsehood. Help me to know when others are lying and help me also to recognize the lies I tell myself. You always speak the truth and You declare that which is right from that which is wrong. When the world describes a lifestyle or belief system to be good when You declare it to be evil, help me to stand firm upon Your holy truths as I faithfully read them in the Scriptures. Give me bold conviction to stand firm for truth even when it seems as though no one stands with me. The “truths” as purported by this world shift like the changing winds but Your Truth stands for all eternity! I stand firm as I tighten the belt of truth about me. And I protect my heart and mind with the shield of righteousness through Christ Jesus my Lord in whose name I pray.

Amen.

Tags Christ, Father, God, Jesus, Prayer, righteousness, spirit, Standing Firm, truth

Bible Verse

Proverbs 15:4

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Post date March 3, 2014

The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life, but a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.

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Bible Verse

Zechariah 4:6

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Post date March 1, 2014

He said to me, “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the LORD Almighty.

Tags Almighty, Lord, might, power, spirit, word, zechariah