![]() ![]() Teachers: Lord, I lift up the teachers in our church. Let them glory only in You, Jesus, so that they put no confidence in their own flesh (2 Chron. May they be the true worshipers You are looking for-those who worship in spirit and in truth. Help them lead us faithfully in thanks for Your enduring love. Appoint people to these positions who understand the splendor of Your holiness and praise You with that understanding. Worship leaders: Lord, I lift up our worship leaders. We stand against the enemy and his attempts to keep them blinded to Your truth (1 Thess. Help us to be the fragrance of Christ to them. Teach us to make the most of every opportunity to share Your salvation. ![]() Let the gospel be presented to them not only through the sermons but also with power and deep conviction of the Holy Spirit. Lost among us: Lord, I lift up the lost members of our congregation. May they flee evil desires and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace (Matt. Teach them to declare Your marvelous deeds. Let their conduct always be pure and right with reputations that show that they remember You, Creator God. May they remain humble examples of what we adults need to become in the Kingdom. Children/youth: Lord, I lift up the children and youth in my congregation to You. May we be clothed in righteousness with hearts that sing for joy and delight greatly in You (Eph. As we respond to that call, fulfill every purpose and faith-filled act of service by Your power. May we live worthy of Your call on our lives. Adults: Lord, I lift up the adults in our congregation to You. May they be gentle and honest as they deal with people (1 Tim. Keep them above reproach, devoted to their families, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, and able to teach. May they wholeheartedly give their attention to prayer and the ministry of the Word. Help us respect and honor them as they direct the affairs of our church. ![]() Elders: Lord, I lift up our elders to You. Keep them open and honest before You and help them to represent the truth plainly (2 Cor. Teach them Your ways so that they know You and find favor with You as they lead us. Help them prove faithful with the things You have entrusted to them. Keep our pastors from losing heart when ministry gets tough. Pastors: Lord, I lift up our pastor/pastors to You. Whether you feel called or just nudged to pray for your church, here are some Scripture-based, Kingdom-focused prayers that Can be a starting point for you in this important role:ġ. Many churches primarily cover the “fix-it” needs of their congregation (health, personal needs, etc.), but often neglect praying for spiritual fruit and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit in their midst. One of the most profound roles an intercessor can play is to focus prayer on his or her local church. A Scripture-based Guide to Release God’s Purpose By Sandra Higley ![]()
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