Day 6 - Bring revival

Day 6 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for a deep hunger to know Jesus, for an insatiable desire to enjoy his abiding presence. May our students, staff and faculty know him intimately, share him generously, and serve him obediently. 

Pray through for Spirit-led revival on our campus this fall flowing through students, staff, faculty, and administration.

The Word of the Lord: Forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. (Matthew 6:12 NLT)

Day 5 - The bread we need

Pray first for provision for Emmanuel College, for our students, and for our employees.

Pray through for revenue from enrollment and fundraising to meet the needs of the mission of Emmanuel College and to underwrite the vision.

The Word of the Lord: Give us this day the bread we need. (Matthew 6:11 Phillips)

Day 4 - When you fast

Day 4 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first and also fast for the eradication of the coronavirus in a way that leads to revival around the globe, for the new normal to be one where Christ is worshiped and where evil is disrupted and vanquished, for rapid economic recovery for all including Emmanuel College.

Pray through for the Emmanuel College staff, faculty, and senior leadership team to pray intensely, live abundantly, serve passionately, and during these difficult times, to overcome our worries by living out our faith.

The Word of the Lord: When you fast, don't look like those miserable play-actors! For they deliberately disfigure their faces so that people may see that they are fasting . . . No, when you fast, brush your hair and wash your face so that nobody knows that you are fasting - let it be a secret between you and your Father. And your Father who knows all secrets will reward you. (Matthew 6:16-18 Phillips)

Day 3 - Your will be done

Praise first and worship our heavenly father today who is above all and worthy of our adoration. Pray for his followers to be vessels of his will, the salt of the earth, the light of the world.

Pray through for clear vision of God's mission for Emmanuel College in 2020 and beyond. Pray that the impact of the pandemic will not impede our progress.

The Word of the Lord: "Pray then like this - 'Our Heavenly Father, may your name be honored. May your kingdom come, and your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.' " (Matthew 6:9-10 Phillips)

Day 2 - When you pray

Day 2 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for the myriad of decisions that must be made between now and the start of the fall semester, for Spirit-led discussions and plans.

Pray through for our nation's leaders to use wisdom, understanding, and common sense regarding the reopening of our economic and social structures.

The Word of the Lord: When you pray, don't be like the play-actors. They love to stand and pray . . . so that people may see them at it. . . But when you pray, go into your own room, shut your door and pray to your Father privately. Your Father who sees all private things will reward you. (Matthew 6:5-6 Phillips)

Day 1 - Seek my face

Day 1 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for a deep desire to seek the Lord over the next 40 days, to draw near to him and know his heart for our future.

Pray through for provision for Emmanuel College during the challenges presented by the pandemic.

The Word of the Lord: When You said, "Seek My face [in prayer, require My presence as your greatest need]," my heart said to You, "Your face, O Lord, I will seek [on the authority of Your word]." (Psalm 27:8 AMP)

40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for a special season of calling upon the Lord, 40 days of prayer and fasting, for Emmanuel College, and for dedicated prayer warriors who will commit to an extended season of petition and intercession starting tomorrow and going through June 30.

Pray through for the eradication of the COVID-19 virus, for an end to the pandemic, for victory over this evil disruption that turns into shouts of joy.

The Word of the Lord: Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you. (Psalm 9:10 NLT)