2014 40 Days of Prayer begins

40 Days of Prayer 2014 has begun!  See 5 easy ways you can receive the daily prayer guides here:
http://cacoc40days.blogspot.com/p/5-ways-to-get-daily-prayer-guides.html?m=1

Throughout the Bible the number 40 seems to have a special spiritual significance. When the flood came in Noah's day, it rained 40 days and nights.  Israel wandered in the desert and ate heaven-sent manna for 40 years. Moses fasted and prayed in Jehovah's presence for 40 days and nights. Israel's spies explored the promised land for 40 days. Jonah gave the city of Ninevah 40 days to repent or be destroyed. Most importantly, Jesus spent 40 days in the wilderness fasting, praying, and combating Satan.

In keeping with our vision of “Modeling the Son,” our shepherds have called us to follow the example of Jesus by spending the next 40 days in concentrated, coordinated, congregational prayer. If you are willing to be a part of this spiritual discipline, please use each day's prayer guide to pray for at least five minutes a day for 40 days, and to pray for the specific needs identified.  The following prayer items for this week are labeled either PR (Praise), IN (Intercession), SG (Spiritual Growth), or MN (Ministry Needs).

The theme of this year's prayer campaign is "Seeking Wisdom From Above." We will be claiming the promise of James 1:5 that our God generously gives wisdom to those who ask.  Our daily meditations will lead our minds towards seeking God's guidance for our life and for our church.