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Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Praying Across America Day 46

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Virginia

Pray for opportunity and boldness to declare the gospel to family, friends, co-workers.

“Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side; my greatest concern is to be on God’s side, for God is always right” ~ Abraham Lincoln

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Praying Across America Day 45

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Vermont

Pray that there will be a growing number of people in your city or community trusting in Christ as Savior and Lord

 Then those who gladly received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them. ~ Acts 2:41

Monday, October 29, 2012

Praying Across America Day 44

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Utah

Pray protection for the National Guard, Police, Fire, and all first responders.

If we ever forget that we are One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under.
~ Ronald Reagan

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Praying Across America Day 43

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Texas

Pray for hearts of the American people, that they will repent and seek His righteousness.

... “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel.”
~ Mark 1:15

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Praying Across America Day 42

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Tennessee

Pray that fear and anxiety would be replaced with fervent prayer.

“Our prayers lay down the track on which God’s power can come. Like a mighty locomotive, his power is irresistible, but it cannot reach us with out rails.” ~ Watchman Nee

Friday, October 26, 2012

Prayer Requests October 25, 2012



Prayer Requests for October 25, 2012
“ I will bless the Lord  who has given me counsel.  ….. I have set the Lord always before me; because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.”    Psalm 16:7-8

Edith deliverance from drugs
Isaiah  for salvation
Muriah healing after surgery
Jim for spiritual strength
Patie for strength during pregnancy
Hanna three years old and battling cancer
Joy has a bladder infection
Travis finances

Kyle, Bryce, Lacey, need salvation Janice's son healed of constant migraine headaches

Jim - broken left foot and ankle
Carol - asking for a positive breast exam
Charlene - attack from the enemy, job, pain right arm, foreclosure

Bob - attack from the enemy, wants more guidance from the Holy Spirit

Debbie and Leonard - attack from the enemy
Jan - healing for knee surgery
June - attack from the enemy, healing back and spine
Bill - health issues, brother attempted suicide and fighting with mom

Dustin - bipolar and drug issues
Bill, Sue, Jerry - attack from the enemy
Delores - lupus and diabetes, run away 16 yr old child
Jasmine - 9 yrs old, worried about her mom and her sister
Brian - 7 yrs old, worried about his mom and sister

Marjorie - new business venture and continued prayer for father - Taciano

Mary - female health issues, forgiveness issues
Daniel - increase in work
Debbie - sleep apnea and finances
Theresa - diabetes and hernia
Lorena - inner peace and finances
Janice - 7 hrs of uninterrupted sleep each night
Patti health issues
Ray Bladder Cancer

Praying Across America Day 41

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of South Dakota

Pray for an increasing spirit of unity in the Body of Christ across America.

“I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. ~ John 17:20-21

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Praying Across America Day 40

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of South Carolina

Pray the Lord would establish His peace that surpasses all understanding in the hearts and minds of believers.

The LORD is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous. ~ Proverbs 15:29


Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Praying Across America Day 39

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Rhode Island

Pray for the President’s Cabinet members, that their hearts would be guided by God, that their advice and decisions would be wise.

“As is the business of tailors to make clothes and cobblers to make shoes, so it is the business of Christians to pray.”  ~ Martin Luther

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Praying Across America Day 38

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Pennsylvania

Pray that church leaders would be courageous, wise, and faithful in their proclamation and counsel.

And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment, that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense till the day of Christ.  ~ Philippians 1:9-10

Monday, October 22, 2012

Praying Across America Day 37

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Oregon

Pray for our teachers and administrators of our educational systems, that they would be positive, God-honoring influences in students’ lives.

Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; Wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Create in me a clean heart, O God. ~ Psalm 51:7,10

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Praying Across America Day 36

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Oklahoma

Pray that people of all ages, races, and backgrounds would be drawn to Christ and receive his life and salvation.

Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.
Matthew 7:12

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Praying Across America Day 35

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Ohio

Pray for a spiritual awakening across the nation, that the Gospel would be communicated across the full spectrum of American society.

Pray for a spiritual awakening across the nation, that the Gospel would be communicated across the full spectrum of American society.

Friday, October 19, 2012

Praying Across America Day 34

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of North Dakota

Pray for young adults that hold themselves to a biblical standard.

“Each time, before you intercede, be quiet first and worship God in his glory. Think of what he can do and how he delights to hear the prayers of his redeemed people. Think of your place and privilege in Christ, and expect great things!  ~  Andrew Murray

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Praying Across America Day 33

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of North Carolina

Pray for the children and youth that they would have hearts that love the Lord and diligently seek His face.

I love those who love me, And those who seek me diligently will find me.  ~  Proverbs 8:17

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Praying Across America Day 32

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of New York

Pray that the public officials would lead exemplary lives, committed to truth and Godly values.

And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.  ~  Acts 4:31

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Praying Across America Day 31

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of New Mexico

Pray for the soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen/women and guardsmen/women of our Armed Forces, thanking God for their service and asking him to bless them with strength and protection.

“I have been driven many times to my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go.  My own wisdom, and that of all about me, seemed insufficient for the day.”  ~  Abraham Lincoln

Monday, October 15, 2012

Praying Across America Day 30

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of New Jersey

Pray that the churches would truly be a light  on a hill, and sought after because of their life and flavor.

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lamp stand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.  ~  Mathhew 5:14-15

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Praying Across America Day 29

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of New Hampshire

Pray for the genuine conversion and successful rehabilitation of those who have committed crimes.

“... True prayer is measured by weight, not by length. A single groan before God may have more fullness of prayer in it than a fine oration of great length.”  ~  C.H. Spurgeon

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Praying Across America Day 28

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Nevada

Pray that the church would long for His Word and be filled with hearts that are rejoicing and joyful.

Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; For I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts.  ~  Jeremiah 15:16

Friday, October 12, 2012

Praying Across America Day 27

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Nebraska


Pray for the firefighters and paramedics of our nation. Thank God for their courage, dedication, and commitment in serving all of the United States. I thank God for their bravery and willingness to sacrifice their own well-being and many times risk their own lives in the service of others.

“God does nothing except in answer to Prayer.”  ~  John Wesley

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Prayer Requests




Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. Mark 8:25
I want you to look closely to the first part of this scripture. “Once more Jesus put his hand on the man.” I don’t know about you but reading this passage brings me to my knees knowing that the faithfulness of God to meet me once again at my time of need. “Once more, Once more “I have so many once mores but He always has time to restore me. He is so good.

Healing
Peter had a heart attack and is in ICU in Sacramento area hospital
Petra will be seeing a surgeon on October 15th for removing a mass on her liver
Cindis’ dad has untreatable colon cancer
Cassandra’s sister Takako is ill and needs a touch from our Lord. Pray also for her husband who is caring for her.
Marrilee is having a knee replacement, pray for a speedy recovery and complete healing.


When I cry unto Thee, then shall mine enemies turn back:  this I know for God is for m;, In God will I praise His word….In God have I put my trust; I will not be afraid what man can do unto me.” 
Psalm 56:9-11
PRAISE REPORTS & PRAYER REQUESTS
PRAISE REPORTS:
Ray – spots on top of head:  no cancer
Maria – lump was benign
Sue – cold improved by evening service
Dawn – Thank you to Desert Chapel for the awesome and powerful prayers that are prayed
Connie – The Lord has greatly helped our family deal with the mental breakdown of our grandson

PRAYER  REQUESTS:
Physical Needs
Irv – overall medical issues
Sue – dealing with a cold
Betty – dealing with dementia
Florence – daughter’s health
Mrs. Tonoble – upcoming hip surgery
Andrea – grandmother Rose had a stroke
Taciano – continued prayer for healing of liver cancer
Latisha – continued prayer for knee and hip issues
Marty – aneurysm surgery this week
Zoya – dealing with breast cancer
Dawn – healing of her lungs
Drew – needs healing in his body from cancer
Carmen – 23 yr. old diagnosed with stage 2 cervical cancer, she has a newborn; prayers for family
Edith – continued prayers for the stronghold of drug abuse, needs deliverance
Amber – prayers for her to stay cancer-free
Cynthia – pray against internal staff infection; she’s very sick & in hospital
Mickey – needs cataract surgery, pray for finances & for healing
Sparky – needs total healing
Cathie – needs physical healing for impaired immune system
Truce – healing in neck and shoulder;  also pray for salvation
Florante – pray that biopsy of the neck will show it to be benign

Miscellaneous  Needs:
Special person – that they will keep their job as activity counselor @ Eisenhower Medical Center, with
                              No more restrictions
Dawn – for God’s blessing and grace to be on her family at this time
Earlene – for her family to be safe and for all of them to find God
Blake – 2 year old that needs a better environment, and guidance for his parents
Joshua  & his wife – for God to help them lead healthy lives; and to find a new place to live
Irene – for God to lead her to job that He has for her
Charlene – continued prayer for job, and dealing with home foreclosure
Natasha – continued prayer for a place to live, and help with her children
Nicki – needs a job
Bill – forgiveness issues
Sara – continued prayer for her college and financing
Majorie – continue prayer for parents leaving for the Philippines
Bob – friends visiting  & wants Holy Spirit to spiritually ignite them through Pastor Fred’s message
Sylvia – her daughter has a strained marriage and forgiveness issues.  Pray for her and the family
 

Praying Across America Day 26

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Montana

Pray that lives are a testimony to the great things the Lord is doing and an example to all they come into contact with.

Pray that lives are a testimony to the great things the Lord is doing and an example to all they come into contact with.  ~  Titus 2:7

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Praying Across America Day 25

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Missouri

Pray for the safety of those who live in your community - specifically, safety from conflict and crimes.

Peace be within your walls, Prosperity within your palaces.”  ~  Psalm 122:7

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Praying Across America Day 24

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Mississippi

Pray that the church would long for His Word and be filled with hearts that are rejoicing and joyful.

“Prayer is the rope that pulls God and man together.  But, it doesn’t pull God down to us:  It pulls us up to Him.”  ~  Billy Graham

Monday, October 8, 2012

Praying Across America Day 23

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Minnesota

Pray for all of our Representatives and Senators who serve in the U.S. Congress, that they will govern with God-honoring discernment and preserve the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.

Then the Lord said, “Hear what the unjust judge said. And shall God not avenge His own elect who cry out day and night to Him  ~  Luke 18:6-7

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Praying Across America Day 22

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Michigan

Pray that Christians have a heart that is reaching to all those that are lost.

Then He said to them, “The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few; therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.  ~  Luke 10:2

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Praying Across America Day 21

Pray for the leaders, churches and
Christians of Massachusetts

Pray for God’s kingdom to come and his will to be done in your life and family.

Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.  ~ 1 John 5:14-15

Friday, October 5, 2012

Praying Across America Day 20

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Maryland.

Pray that the church would long for His Word and be filled with hearts that are rejoicing and joyful. 

“God’s cause is committed to men; God commits Himself to men. Praying men are the vice-regents of God; they do His work and carry out His plans.”  ~ E.M Bounds

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Praying Across America Day 19

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Maine.

Pray for the President and Vice-President, that their hearts would be guided by God, that their decisions would be wise and that their leadership would be principled.

“Prayer is not overcoming God’s reluctance, but laying hold of his willingness.” ~ Martin Luther

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Praying Across America Day 18

Pray for the leaders, churches and Christians of Louisiana.

Pray that Christians have a heart that is reaching to all those that are lost.  ~ Luke 10:2

“Prayer is where the action is.”  ~ John Wesley

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Prayer Request October 2, 2012



Psalm  16:5  “O Lord, You are the portion of my inheritance and my cup; You maintain my lot.”
Thank you, Jesus.  For the victory!

Praise Reports:
Ray – spots on top of head are dissolving!
Jan – knee is feeling better!

Physical  Needs:
Karen – Prayers for continued strength and wisdom as she regains her bodily functions after just coming
              out of a coma (respiratory, feeding tube, etc)
Marian – In hospital for broken hip (87 yrs. Old).  Pray for healing,
David – ill with cancer.
Pathia – Pray for a safe and healthy full-term pregnancy
T.J. – teenager with elephantitis
Dottie – needs to stop drinking
Mickey – to have money to have cataracts removed, and also dental work
Barbara - experiencing stomach problems.  Pray for healing
Edith – needs to get off drugs.  Having much difficulty remembering important things
Geri – having breast surgery for malignant tumor.  Pray for no other forms of cancer to be found
Special family – having financial problems, and need to sell their home in Hawaii.  Pray for the sale and a smooth adjustment into retirement
Jennie – to be healed from cancer, to stay strong in the Word at 87 yrs. old
Christian – to be freed from fear regarding legal issues
Tracee – healing in shoulder and neck, emotional healing, and salvation
Steve – tumors in head and lung, pray for God to intervene
Ray – continued prayer for spots on head
Taciano – continued prayer for liver cancer, and also for moving to the Philippines
Irv – continued prayer restoration of his health
Dick – continued prayer for nose, for ear, and for overall health
Jennifer – dealing with ALS.  Pray for her to allow God to help her

Misc. Prayer Needs:
Gloria – needs a job so that she can purchase a car
USS Green Bay Troop – Recently deployed on Sept. 17th.  Please pray for them, as well as all women
and men serving and protecting our nation.
Ingaborg – please pray for help with her finances
Matt & Michael – for their hearts to be touched and tenderized
Jeanette – preparing to ask forgiveness from mother
Charlene – prayers for finances regarding mortgage
Pat – prayers for finances regarding mortgage
Natasha – prayers for living arrangements
Sara – 1st year of college and finances.  Pray for God to help
Marjorie – strength to help Taciano and Sarah
Nicky – needs a job
Earlene– pray for family’s health and well-being
Special person – simply hanging on and existing.  Pray for them to reach out to God
Anthony – Just moved to Upland, CA.  Needs God’s help and support