Revive and Thrive

Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.
1 Timothy 5:17 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for wisdom and discernment as he leads our church.
• Pray for his personal growth and devotion.
• Pray for his family, for support and understanding.
• Pray for strength to shepherd the flock with joy and not under compulsion.

Prayer

“Dear Lord, we thank you for our pastor and the leadership he provides for our church. We pray for his well-being, wisdom, and discernment. We ask that you protect his family and continue to give him strength and joy in his work. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty. But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.
Acts 6:3-4 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for them to continue to serve with wisdom and full of the Spirit.
• Pray for unity and effective functioning amongst them.
• Pray for their specific roles within the church and for their families.

Prayer

“Heavenly Father, we are grateful for our deacons and the service they provide. We pray for unity, wisdom, and effective functioning amongst them. We pray that they continue to be full of your Spirit as they serve. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.
Romans 12:6-8 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for each ministry leader to serve in his/her role with joy and effectiveness.
• Pray for wisdom and discernment as they lead their respective ministries.
• Pray for unity within the ministries and for increased participation from church members.

Prayer

“Lord, we thank you for our ministry leaders. We pray that they continue to lead with wisdom, discernment, and cheerfulness. We pray for unity and increased participation in each ministry. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the first fruits of all your produce.
Proverbs 3:9 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for wisdom in financial decision-making.
• Pray for integrity and transparency in managing church funds.
• Pray for increased generosity within the church.

Prayer

“Lord, we thank you for providing for us. We pray for wisdom and integrity in handling the finances of our church. We pray for increased generosity and stewardship within our community. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with your heart.
Ephesians 5:19 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for inspiration and creativity for those who lead our music ministry.
• Pray for unity among the team members.
• Prayer for the Holy Spirit to stir within our congregation, fostering passionate worship and enthusiastic participation in singing and preaching.

Prayer

“Father, we thank You for the gift of music and the role it plays in our worship. We pray for our music ministry leaders, that they may continue to lead us into Your presence with creativity and unity. May our worship be a sweet sound to Your ears. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
Proverbs 31:26 ESV

Prayer Points

• Pray for wisdom and guidance for the women leading this ministry.
• Pray for unity and a spirit of sisterhood among the women.
• Pray for the ministry’s outreach initiatives and service projects.

Prayer

“Dear Lord, we lift up the women in our church. Bless their ministry and guide their actions. Give them wisdom and a spirit of unity as they serve and grow together. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 22:6 ESV

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Prayer

“Father, we thank You for the children and youth in our church. We pray for their growth in faith and love for You. Bless the leaders and teachers in this ministry and give them wisdom and patience. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.
Matthew 5:14 ESV

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“Lord, we ask for Your guidance as we strive to illuminate our church’s presence in our community. Grant us wisdom and creativity in our efforts, and may our church truly be a light in our local area. We pray for a positive response from those we reach out to. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.
Romans 15:7 ESV

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Prayer

“Dear Lord, help us to be a welcoming church, where all people feel seen and valued. Bless our hospitality team to be your hands and feet, extending your love to all who come to our church. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

But all things should be done decently and in order.
1 Corinthians 14:40 ESV

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“Father, we pray for those who handle the technical aspects of our services. Grant them wisdom and quick understanding in their roles. We pray for smooth operation of all our systems and effective use of technology in our church. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

The latter glory of this house shall be greater than the former,’ says the LORD of hosts. ‘And in this place I will give peace,’ declares the LORD of hosts.
Haggai 2:9 ESV

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Prayer

“Heavenly Father, we thank You for our church facilities. Grant wisdom in their management and maintenance, and provide for any needs we have. Protect our premises and let it be a place of peace and blessing. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
Matthew 28:19 ESV

Prayer Points

“Lord, we lift up our missionaries to You. Protect them, guide them, and use them for Your glory. Stir a deeper passion for global missions within our church, and provide abundantly for all our mission endeavors. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.
Acts 2:46-47 ESV

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“Heavenly Father, we pray for the Sunday school and Bible study groups in our church. Grant our leaders wisdom and patience, foster unity and growth in each group, and guide the selection of a dedicated Sunday school director. May these gatherings be instrumental in nurturing our faith and understanding of Your Word. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

But all things should be done decently and in order.
1 Corinthians 14:40 ESV

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“Lord, we thank You for those who serve diligently in administrative roles. Grant them wisdom, diligence, and effective communication skills to coordinate the activities of our church. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the LORD on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.
Jeremiah 29:7 ESV

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“Dear God, we pray for our local community. Show us how to serve and bless our neighbors, and let our church be a beacon of Your love and hope. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Ephesians 4:3 ESV

Prayer Points

“Father, we pray for unity within our church. Remove any spirit of division or strife and replace it with a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect. Help us to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
Proverbs 27:17 ESV

Prayer Points

“Dear Lord, we thank You for the men in our church. We pray that they grow in faith and become leaders in their homes, workplaces, and communities. We pray for the men’s ministry leaders and for increased participation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?
Romans 10:14 ESV

Prayer Points

“Lord, give us the boldness and opportunity to share Your love with those around us. We pray for receptive hearts in our community and effective strategies for evangelism. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

If a brother or sister is poorly clothed and lacking in daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace, be warmed and filled,’ without giving them the things needed for the body, what good is that?
James 2:15-16 ESV

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“Dear Lord, we pray for those in need in our community. Help us as a church to provide for their needs and show Your love. Give us wisdom in distributing resources. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.
2 Peter 3:9 ESV

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“Dear Lord, our hearts yearn for the unreached in our families. We pray for their salvation, and we ask for opportunities to share Your love and truth with them. Open their hearts to the Gospel, and let them experience Your transformative power. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

“For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Jeremiah 29:11 ESV

Prayer Points

“Lord, we look to the future with hope, knowing that You have plans for our welfare. Guide us, keep us faithful and obedient, and protect and bless our church. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”