New Strength

But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. (Isaiah 40:31 NLT)

Today's meditation:

• Old strength from past achievement is constantly fading into the background which is why we need new strength from the active presence of the Lord to keep us soaring high in his kingdom's work, moving forward, quickly at times, slowly at others, but always toward the next God-inspired goal.

Give thanks:

• For the new strength inspiring the people of Emmanuel College to seize every opportunity to advance the kingdom of God through higher education. 
• For the new financial stability that makes soaring, running and walking possible, for enlightened pathways, for open doors.
• For the financial breakthrough experienced by Emmanuel College last week. To read about it, visit our website at http://www.ec.edu/news/emmanuel-college-achieves-financial-breakthrough 

Pray today:

• For insight and energy as we write critical responses and reports for various groups and authorities that will clear away all remaining challenges.

Our prayers make a difference in our outcomes. Please continue to pray over the list below that focuses on key needs at Emmanuel College. 

“. . .they raised their voices together in prayer to God.” (Acts 4:24 NIV)

PRAY FOR THE TOP FIVE NEEDS OF EMMANUEL COLLEGE

• To successfully achieve reaffirmation of accreditation in June 2018.
• To be accepted into active membership in the NCAA Division II in July 2018.
• To enroll more than 1000 students in August 2018.
• To continue reducing our debt over the next five years with the purpose of becoming debt-free.
• To hear the Word of the Lord regarding life after debt and our vision for an expanded mission for 2018 and beyond.

PRAY FOR OUR SUPPORTERS

• To supply resources, both financial and otherwise, that create a bright future for the College.

PRAY FOR THE LEADERSHIP TEAM

• To be guided by the Holy Spirit with gifts of wisdom, knowledge and discernment.

PRAY FOR IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

• Recruiting at Conference Fine Arts events in April.
• Recruiting at Conference Youth Camps this summer. 
• EC Serve mission trip to Appalachia, June 3-9.
• EC Serve mission trip to Costa Rica, June 8-16.
• EC Serve mission trip to Uganda and Kenya, June 12-29.
• EC Mission on campus, July 15-28 (http://www.ec.edu/ecmission).
• Recruiting at Youth Quest, July 19-22.

Pray First! Pray Through!