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We love people. We want God\u2019s best for them. We are quick to say \u201cI\u2019ll pray for you\u201d to those we see on a given day, especially the ones who are going through tough times\u2014such as a family member, neighbor down the street, grocery store clerk, pastor or church staff member . . . But do we?
\nWe know that the Bible calls us to be intentional about prayer. Consider the apostle Paul\u2019s plea for prayer in general and on his behalf: \u201cpraying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel\u201d (Ephesians 6:18-19).
\nHere\u2019s a creative, helpful way to have a \u201cplace\u201d for every prayer request so you can be sure to pray. Think of it as a way to pray every day.
\nMonday: Pray for Your Family<\/strong>
\nTake time to pray for each member of your family. Include extended family members. Entrust each one to the Lord. Wherever they are in their relationship with God, pray that He draws them \u201cever one step closer.\u201d Be as specific as you can as you pray that He will meet them at their point of need.
\nTuesday: Pray for God\u2019s Family<\/strong>
\nPray for the church, starting with your local church. Pray for your pastor(s), ministry leaders (e.g., elders, deacons, missionaries, teachers, nursery workers) and their families. Who else in the church needs prayer? Now think of the church around the world. Pray that the Gospel would be preached \u201cas of first importance\u201d (1 Corinthians 15:1-11).
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\nWednesday: Pray for Your Community<\/strong>
\nThink about the groups where you are an \u201cinsider\u201d and pray for the people you see regularly\u2014those you live near, work with, bump into at school or the store, and so forth. How have they asked you to pray for them? Pray that the Lord will meet each one at his or her point of need, both physically and spiritually, according to His will.
\nThursday: Pray for the Nation<\/strong>
\nPray for the revival of God\u2019s people, and that we\u2019ll be \u201cJesus in jeans\u201d as we truly love and serve those around us. Pray for those in authority. Ask God to bring to mind local and national spiritual and political leaders, and pray for each. Pray about national issues and challenges, such as the economy and its impact on everyday families.
\nFriday: Pray for the World<\/strong>
\nPray that God will use His people to help others \u201cto know Christ and to make Him known.\u201d Pray that revived Christ followers would respond with Jesus\u2019 love, grace, compassion and wisdom to social struggles\u2014add to your prayer list specific needs you are aware of. Pray for the persecuted church. Finally, pray for the advance of the Gospel everywhere, toward Matthew 24:14.
\nSaturday: Pray for the Helpless, Hopeless, Hurting and Lost<\/strong>
\nAs part of a regular Pray Every Day strategy, on Saturdays take time to pray for the down-and-out. Start with the world, draw closer to your nation, closer to your state, and closer still to your own community. List the names of and pray for the physically and spiritually afflicted. Pray specifically for ministries that are reaching out to the helpless, hopeless, hurting and lost.
\nSunday: Pray for Personal Guidance<\/strong>
\nFinally, take time to pray for your own personal needs. Sometimes we pray for everything and everyone else but forget to pray for ourselves. On Sundays, pull away and pray for yourself. Walk with God through every aspect of your life\u2014your personal, family, work, community, and church aspects of your life. Say, \u201cSpeak whatever to me, Lord, I\u2019m listening!
\nSee how this can help you become more intentional in your prayer life? Indeed, prayer is the most important conversation of the day\u2014with the Creator of the universe who is there, who cares, and who listens with an ear to respond both for His glory and for the good of people!<\/p>\n

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By Dean Ridings
\nAdapted from Pray! Prayer Journal<\/em><\/a>, published by NavPress. This prayer-focused journal includes Scripture, a daily Bible reading plan, space to record the names of those you want to pray for, and monthly sections to record insights. With 12 Scripture-based prayer guides, 48 devotional readings, and 12 prayers for your spiritual growth, The<\/em> Pray! Prayer Journal<\/em> is a unique way to grow your communication with God.
\nJoin author and Navigator Dean Ridings for daily prayer updates online at Pray Every Day. Learn more about Dean and Kim’s work with Navigator Church Ministries here.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We love people. We want God\u2019s best for them. We are quick to say \u201cI\u2019ll pray for you\u201d to those we see on a given day, especially the ones who are going through tough times\u2014such as a family member, neighbor … <\/p>\n

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