DAY 40 (THUR., 11/24)

"Do not let your hearts be troubled.  Trust in God, trust also in me.  In my father's house are many rooms:  if it were not so, I would have told you.

I am going there to prepare a place for you.  And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going."  -John 14:1-4. 

"Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven....." -  2 Corinthians 5: 1

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

PR:  Thank You, Father, for all the material blessings we have received:  for our freedom, our jobs, our homes, the abundant food on our tables, and all of the good things we enjoy here in America.

PR:   Ultimately we give you the highest praise for providing our salvation, so that we may spend eternity in heaven with you.  We thank you for creating a place where you will wipe away every tear (Revelation 7:17) and an occasion where we will see your face and our faith will be "by sight" (Revelation 22:4).

IN:  Father, help us keep our eyes on the prize.   Give us a hunger for heaven, and help us not become weighed down with earthly cares and worries, or distracted by the pleasures and possessions of this world.  Fill us with the joy of our salvation, the contentment of gratitude, and the peace that passes all understanding.

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DAY 39 (WED.,11/23)

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."  John 3:16

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PR:  Father, we thank you so very much for sending your Son to earth to live, die and be resurrected for us.  This Gift of your Son is a gift so great that our mere utterance of thanksgiving seems so inadequate.

IN:  Lord, we pray for boldness that we may let others know that we are your children.  We pray that we wil seek opportunities to spread the news of Jesus as we go through the everyday activities of life.

MN:  We ask that you will bless our Bible school teachers, our Growth Group leaders, our foreign missionaries, those who conduct personal Bible studies, our World Bible School workers, our ministers and all who are involved in any way in spreading your Word.

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DAY 38 (TUES.,11/22)

"Is anyone of you sick?  He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in  the name of the Lord."  James 5:14

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

PR:  Father, we thank you for good health when we have it, and the privilege of calling upon you for healing when our health fails us.  We thank you that you gave us specific encouragement to ask for your  healing.

IN:  Give us the faith to ask for your healing.  Grant us the faith to know that your power is not a power of the past, but a power of the present.

   

IN:  We ask your blessings upon the care givers.  For the   doctors, nurses, ministers, and those who visit in homes and hospitals, we ask that you bless them as they go about their daily duties.  Give them wisdom as they use their skills, and patience as they deal with those who suffer.

MN:  Lord we ask your blessing upon those who do need your physical healing.  We ask that you will heal their diseases and infirmities.  Give them comfort, strength, and healing.

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DAY 37 (MON., 11/21)

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and light for my path."  Psalms 119:105

"Sanctify them by the truth; Your Word is truth" - Jesus (John 17:17)

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness" - 2 Timothy 3:16

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

PR:   As we count our blessings this week, we praise you for the gift of your Word.  Thank you, Father, for the freedom that we have in this country to freely read the Bible without fear of persecution.

PR:  We give you praise that your Holy Spirit enabled men to write the Scriptures, and we pray that we might always be open to the leading of your Spirit as He continues to speak to us through the Word.  Give us ears that hear, and hearts that are open to your Spirit.

SG:  Father, help us to have the desire and discipline to be more consistent in our study of your Word, and use your power to strengthen and sanctify us as we read it.

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DAY 36 (SUN.,11/20)

"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."  Galatians 6:10

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PR:   Lord, as we give you praise for all the blessings of life, we are especially thankful today for our brothers and sisters in Christ here at College Avenue.   In many situations, our church family is much closer to us than our physical family, and we are so grateful for your plan that makes this possible.

IN:  We pray for each member of our church family.  We ask that you continue to bless each of us and supply what we individually need, both physically and spiritually.  We pray especially for those of our number who are looking for employment, that they might find the job they need.

MN:   Father, we pray that each of us will recognize our gifts and find a ministry in which we can use those gifts to your glory.  Lord, may we look for ways to help each other in whatever way possible.  Bless us with the joy that comes from serving others in Christ's name.

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DAY 35 (Sat., 11/19)

“Is anyone happy?  Let him sing songs of praise.”  James 5:13

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PR:  Thank God today for all of the reasons you have for singing.  Take time to count your blessings and see how God has blessed you in the past 35 days alone.

IN:   Pray for our school teachers as they near the end of this quarter.  Ask for strength and endurance as they teach children who are eagerly anticipating the upcoming holidays.  Also pray for those who are securing Bible class teachers for the Winter Quarter.

MN:  Thank God for all of our parents that are setting an example for their children by coming to Bible class, bringing their Bible, and living what they are taught.

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DAY 34 (Fri., 11/18)

“I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life. This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.”  1 John 5:13-14

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PR:  We thank God today for the confidence He offers to those who are His children.  We also thank God for hearing and answering our prayers.

IN:  Pray today for those who do not know God or the confidence that comes from a relationship with the Father.  Pray that God will continue to work  in our lives so that we may share the Good News with those who need it.

MN:   Pray for the Bible studies currently being conducted by members of our congregation.  Pray that these studies are fruitful and that the boundaries of the Kingdom will continue to expand. 

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DAY 33 (Thur., 11/17)

“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God.  Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:1-2

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SG:   Lord, we pray for strength so that we will daily concentrate on the things above and not on the things of this world.  Help us to realize what is really important and take advantage of every opportunity to conform our lives to Your will.  

PR:  We thank God today for the answers to prayer that we have experienced, and especially for the many He has healed, both physically and spiritually.

IN:   We ask your blessings today on our shut-ins, and we pray especially for Phillip Gunter,  Gayle Amason,  Geneva Sullins,  Morris White,  Ivy Cobb,  Penny Ralston,  Judy Wilhelm,  Lucille Thompson,  Elizabeth Crawford,  Billie Smith,  Doris Millican,  Dorothy Winans,  Edwin & Josephine Lee, and  Jean Silliman.

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DAY 32 (Wed., 11/16)

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

Matthew 11:28-30

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PR:  Thank God today for offering to take all of your burdens and cares and providing a rest that only He could supply.

CF:  We confess that we are often guilty of keeping burdens to ourselves and worrying about things that are out of our control.

SG:  Father, help us to give all of our cares to You so that we may live a life devoid of fear, worry, and guilt.

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DAY 31 (Tues., 11/15)

“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.”  John 14:1-2

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

PR:  Father, we thank you for hope.  In light of all that is going on in the world, we live daily looking forward to the home that awaits us.    

SG:  Father, help us to take You at Your Word and live lives of eager anticipation.  Help us to put all of our trust in You and not lean on our own understanding.

MN:  Today we thank God for our Men’s Ministry deacons.  Pray that God will guide Greg Humphreys and John David Turbeville as they aid in the spiritual development of the men in our congregation.

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DAY 30 (Mon, 11/14)

“I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”  Philippians 4:12-13

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

IN:  Today we pray for those that are in need.  Whether through the recent hurricanes, tornados, or poor choices, ask God to bless those who are struggling to obtain the essentials of life.

SG:  Father, we confess that we often fall into the trap of materialism.  Open our eyes to the blessings You have showered on us and help us to be content.  

PR:  Thank God today for this good congregation that has continually met the needs of those around us, both physical, and spiritual.

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DAY 29 (Sun., 11/13)

“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

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PR:   We thank God today for the avenue of prayer.  It is the avenue by which we make our requests known to the Father and the only way to maintain a healthy relationship with the one, true God.  

SG:  Pray today for a stronger prayer life that God may strengthen and deliver you in all situations.

CF:   We confess that too often our prayer life is in need of repair.  Pray for a stronger prayer life as you seek His will for your life.

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DAY 28 (SAT., 11/12)

"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work in us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever!  Amen." - Ephesians 3:20-21

PR:   We praise God today for His gift of the Holy Spirit to live in us and strengthen us.

MN:   We ask the Lord to bless the ministries of Kent and Dan with this congregation.  They have been blessed with the ability to preach in a way that is easy to follow and interesting.  We thank God that they use their gifts to preach the Word, and pray they will have a long and effective ministry.

MN:   Pray for our Growth Groups as they meet tomorrow to discuss why there is suffering in the world, that we will gain understanding and perspective on this difficult topic.

DAY 27 (FRI., 11/11)

"I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith" - Ephesians 3:16-17

CF:   Search us, O God;  examine our hearts and innermost thoughts; convict us of wrong and cleanse us of secret sins, that we might love and serve You more fully.

MN:  We ask that You use us to build up Your church at College Avenue; that You will stir up within each of us the desire to grow, both spiritually and numerically;  bless our outreach efforts.

MN:   Ask the Lord to bless those members of our church family who are struggling with addictions to alcohol, drugs, gambling, or pornography. We pray that they might be willing to accept help;  that they might seek the power of God's Holy Spirit to resist tempations; and that they might experience victory over the destructive power of these sins.

DAY 26 (THUR., 11/10)

"The Lord said to Moses, 'Who gave man his mouth? Who makes him deaf or mute? Who gives him sight or makes him blind? Is it not I, the Lord?  Now go;  I will help you speak and will teach you what to say'." - Exodus 4:11-2

SG:   Father, when we realize that even Moses was reluctant at first to speak up for you, we recognize that we are not alone with our fears and reservations. From his example of receiving strength for leadership, help us to learn that you will give us the power and ability we need to carry out your work.

CF:  We confess that we are not always as bold as we should be in speaking up for Christ; that we have not always taken the opportunities given us to share our faith. Give us more courage and more compassion for those who are unsaved.

IN:  Ask God's blessings today on the older members of our church family, that they might continue to be examples to us in faith, hope, and love. We pray the Lord will bless them physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

DAY 25 (WED., 11/9)

"Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them. Be strong and very courageous....Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you" - Joshua 1:6, 9

SG:   Father, whenever we face a new challenge, help us to learn from Your charge to Joshua that You are always right there with us.  Give us the courage to "stretch" ourselves beyond the rut of the routine, and the resolve to escape the trap of the comfortable, and lead us into greater service, spiritual growth, and personal development.

SG:   Deliver us from the fear of failure and instead give us a passion for faithfulness;  help us to obey You fully without worrying about what others think or relying on our own strength.

MN:  Thank God today for our Bible Class Hosts.  They are: Jeremy & Karen Langston, Alan & Cynthia Meadows, Greg & Jill Humphreys, Steve & Jan Saulsbury, Steve & Judy Ward, Susan Rhodes, Cindy House, Roy & Jenny Duncan, Rick Cook, and Dale Fuell.  

DAY 24 (TUES., 11/8)

"If any one serves, he should do it in the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen"
- 1 Peter 4:11

CF:  Father, we admit to You that we are often too lazy, busy, or distracted to truly focus on You.  Forgive us for going through the motions when we pray;  for forgetting that we stand in Your awesome presence;  and for allowing our minds to wander untamed during our prayer time.

SG:   Father, we want to claim the strength You have promised to provide for service.  We humbly ask You to bless our prayer life; to make us more disciplined in our devotion; to help us to be more dependent on Your power, and more aware of Your presence in our life today.

MN:   We thank God today for our security deacons:  Scott Burton, Brent Mitchell, and Steve Saulsbury.  We appreciate all that they do to insure that we can worship in a safe environment.

DAY 23 (MON., 11/7)

"Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes" - Ephesians 6:10-11

IN:   We pray today for the leaders of our nation; that they might be God-fearing men and women;  that they will lead our nation towards greater security and peace; that they will make decisions that are just and right.

MN:  Pray today for our Youth and Family ministry.  We especially pray that our young people will have the strength, the wisdom, and the desire to withstand the temptations they face each day and that they will find the proper examples to follow in us.

MN:   We thank God today for all of those who have opened their homes to serve as host homes for our growth group program.  We appreciate their hospitality and their willingness to serve.

Day 22: Sun. 11/6

"Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you.  Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain"  - 1 Corinthians 15:58

PR:  Father, we thank You for Your goodness to us; for our homes, our family, our jobs, our freedom, and most of all, our salvation.  God, You have given us so much, that we ask for only one thing more: grant us a grateful heart, that we might always give You praise.            

                                                                                               

MN:  Remember our missionaries worldwide:  pray that they will find more open doors and receptive hearts and that we (in our zeal to evangelize the world) will never neglect our biggest mission- our own backyard. Pray especially for the work of Phillip & Laura Shero (Mbale, Uganda).

CF:  Father, sometimes we grow weary in well-doing.  Help us to remember the reward You have promised us, so that we might have strength for the journey before us.

DAY 21: Sat., 11/5

"The greatest among you will be your servant. For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted."      Matthew 23:11-12

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

PR:  We pray that we will be open to You as You speak to us in Your Word in the worship assembly tomorrow.

MN:  We pray for our Tweenager Youth Council as they seek your guidance in planning activities for our children.  We ask your blessings on the tweenagers.  May these young people, who are growing up all around us, come to know you as their Father.  Help us to be the examples we need to be so they can see you at work in our lives.

SG:  Father, we pray for a servant heart.  Grant that we might serve others just like your Son did here on Earth.  Help us to see the opportunities you place before us everyday.  Give us a heart willing to go where you lead.  

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DAY 20: Fri., 11/4

"Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth."  - 1 John 3:18

PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), CF (Confession), SG (Spiritual Growth), MN (Ministry Needs)

CF: Search us, O God; examine our hearts and innermost thoughts; convict us of wrong and cleanse us of secret sins, that we might love and serve You more fully.

IN:  Father we pray for the men and women in armed forces who are serving our country overseas.  Keep them free from harm and bring them home to their families soon.   

SG:   Help us, Father, to be people of action:  to get involved in a ministry that will bring glory to your name.  Help us to step outside of our comfort zone and to realize it is okay to be uncomfortable.  We know you will only give us what we can handle.  

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DAY 19: Thur., 11/3

Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind."  This is the first and greatest commandment.  And the second is like it: "Love your neighbor as yourself."      Matthew 22:37-39

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IN:   Father we ask Your blessings on our neighbors today.  Help us to love them as You have commanded us to.  May we be a shining light to them.

MN:  Please bless College Avenue as we reach out to the community.  There are many lost people around us.  Help us to see them with Your eyes.  Give us a heart like Yours, Father.  Help us to love them as You do. 

SG:   We desire a close relationship with You, Father.  Help us to nourish that relationship through the daily reading of Your Word and prayer time.  Help us find a quite time in our schedule where we can solely focus on You and Your will for our lives.

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DAY 18: Wed., 11/2

"You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God" - 2 Corinthians 9:11

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PR:   Father, thank you for our jobs.  We thank you that we are not only able to provide for our families but we also have the privilege of being generous and giving back to you each Sunday. 

IN:  With all the blessings you have showered upon us, we ask for one thing more:  we pray that we might always have a grateful heart, so we might recognize your power, appreciate your goodness, and give you the praise.

MN:  Bless the ministry of the Ladies Grief Recovery Support group as they meet tonight.  May their good work bring your healing to those who have lost loved ones.

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DAY 17: Tue., 11/1

"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil" -  Ephesians 5:16

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PR:  Father, the beginning of this new month reminds us of the rapid passing of time.  Give us a spirit of wisdom that we might make the most of our hours.  Help us to be faithful and fruitful, not wasteful and thoughtless, with the time you have given us.

CF:  We confess that we are often seduced by the things on television and end up wasting precious hours of our life watching spiritually unhealthy programs. Father, convict us of the need to spend more time with our family, our friends, and in Christian service.

IN: We pray for our sister congregations here in El Dorado - for the Plum Street, East Faulkner, and Hillsboro congregations - that we might always maintain the spirit of harmony and brotherly love we now enjoy.

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