How Mighty He Is

Thank the Lord! Praise his name! Tell the nations what he has done. Let them know how mighty he is! (Isaiah 12:4 NLT)

Today's prayers:

• Lord, we marvel at all you have done for us - miracle upon miracle, provision after provision. Thank you. May we exalt you by telling everyone how mighty you are.
• Father, we are delighted over the 20 students who accepted Christ in the Alpha Spiritual Emphasis this past weekend. Praise the Lord! May we exalt you by telling everyone how mighty you are.
• Week 19 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. O God, we are humbled and unworthy to be the recipients of the generosity of the Emmanuel family. We are grateful. May we exalt you by telling everyone how mighty you are in them.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 2 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has sent us a significant increase in enrollment this fall and great hope for future enrollments.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Strong in Battle

Their weakness was turned to strength. They became strong in battle and put whole armies to flight. (Hebrews 11:34b NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Thank God for lending his strength to our weakness, amazing those who know how far we've come and creating confidence for battles yet to be.
• Pray for the 18 students who made confessions of faith during the Alpha Spiritual Emphasis this weekend. Pray for more to commit to Christ in the final service at 10:30 a.m. Eastern today.
• Week 19 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for barriers and obstacles to fall, unleashing a flood of compassion and generosity.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 3 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has influenced alumni and friends of the college to send donations both great and small which have supported operations and funded scholarships. He also sent us the largest unrestricted estate gift the College has ever received. 

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Through their Faith

Through their faith they defeated kingdoms, they did what was right, received God's promises, and shut the mouths of lions. (Hebrews 11:33 NCV)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we make the right moves and perfect decisions as we move forward in faith and receive everything God has promised.
• Pray for the final Alpha service tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. Eastern where the focus will be on the importance of spiritual growth. Continue to pray for those who decide for Christ this week, especially the 18 students who confessed faith in Christ in the first two services.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray we overcome and eliminate the debt that entangles us. Pray we accomplish this through the faith and generosity of God's people.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 4 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has granted us favor with national organizations and government entities to which we are accountable and whose cooperation we need to successfully navigate future challenges.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Answered Prayer

These gates lead to the presence of the Lord, and the godly enter there. I thank you for answering my prayer and giving me victory. (Psalm 118:20-21 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Thank the Lord for all the people who prayed this past year for Emmanuel, and give thanks to our faithful God who listened and responded.
• Pray for the Alpha service this evening at 7 p.m.Eastern where the focus will be on the importance of worship. Continue to pray for those who decide for Christ this week.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for renewed efforts to continually call upon the Lord for total victory.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 5 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has granted us favor with our creditors who are partnering with us to create innovative solutions to very complex challenges.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Lessons Learned

The Lord has taught me a hard lesson, but he did not let me die. Open for me the Temple gates. Then I will come in and thank the Lord. (Psalm 118:18-19 NCV)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we learn well what God is teaching us, especially lessons about faith and work and about human capacity and Divine support.
• Pray for the opening Alpha service today at 11:00 a.m. Eastern where the focus will be on what we believe and the importance of accepting Christ. And pray for those who decide for Christ.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Thank the Lord for our faithful donors who support us through good times and bad, and for their many prayers.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 6 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has brought individuals, churches, conferences and organizations that have given money and have provided financial collateral to support us in the right amounts and at the right time. He has opened doors and introduced us to people and organizations who have helped us and may help us more.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Songs of Joy

Songs of joy and victory are sung in the camp of the godly. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things! The strong right arm of the Lord is raised in triumph. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things! (Psalm 118:15-16 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray that songs of joy and victory are ours to sing in ever increasing intensity as our God continues to show himself strong.
• Pray for the Alpha Spiritual Emphasis that begins tomorrow and concludes on Sunday. Pray for those who need a deeper relationship with Jesus to find him during these four days.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for triumph and glorious victory in the campaign.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 7 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He has helped us sell a few pieces of real estate, and we have used the proceeds to reduce some of our debt.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Victory

My enemies did their best to kill me, but the Lord rescued me. The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. (Psalm 118:13-14 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Thank God for nearly 100 years, each battle for Emmanuel College has been won, and we stand in victory today.
• Pray for strength to stay in the fight and for songs of joy to bring comfort along the way.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray God uses the campaign to bring resources that liberate us from debt and propel us forward in service and ministry.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Continuing on each of the next 9 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He sent revival to our students when 57 were saved in a single chapel service which became the first fruits of many more saved and renewed during the spring semester.

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

An Open Door

I know all the things you do, and I have opened a door for you that no one can close. You have little strength, yet you obeyed my word and did not deny me. (Revelation 3:8 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Thank God for the official opening of the fall semester today with the first day of classes.
• Pray against the enemies of God who have tried to shut our doors, and though powerful, have failed. God is good!
• In the face of future opposition, pray we continue to obey the Lord and move forward in his strength and provision.
• Week 18 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Despite our weakness, God has provided the necessary resources and opened the door to another academic year that no one can close.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Answered prayer:

Over each of the next 10 days, I will recount an answer to prayer during the past twelve months that has led to a successful opening of fall semester:

• He sent three prophetic words to me through three different alumni in the first six weeks of my presidency: "We will not fail," "Your enemy has failed," and "The sword of the Lord is drawn and he has cut the chain that binds us."

This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open. (Revelation 3:7 NLT)

Praise the Lord

I will proclaim your name to my brothers and sisters. I will praise you among your assembled people. Praise the Lord, all you who fear him! Honor him, all you descendants of Jacob! Show him reverence, all you descendants of Israel! (Psalm 22:22-23 NLT)

Today's prayers:

• O Lord, we praise and honor you today for you are are our God, our everlasting hope, our joy. 
• As the Emmanuel family gathers for the opening of another academic year, we give thanks to you, O God, for your provision and guidance.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Thank you, Jesus, for each person who has given in the campaign and for those who are yet to give.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• We are so thankful that we have a record number of registered students which is going to produce a significant increase in enrollment compared to last year. Praise God!

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Close to God

But I am close to God, and that is good. The Lord God is my protection. I will tell all that you have done. (Psalm 73:28 NCV)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we realize that staying close to God is harder than you think, easy to neglect, but solved by following him and not the other way around.  
• Pray for new students who are in orientation this weekend to feel right at home and to find their places in the Emmanuel family.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for God's continued protection over us and for his favor in our dealings with others.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• We prayed for our students last spring who were serving in internships this summer. One returned yesterday and the reports from his supervisors in the field were stellar. Thank God for the next generation of leaders being prepared at Emmanuel.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

God is Good

Truly God is good to Israel, to those whose hearts are pure. But as for me, I almost lost my footing. My feet were slipping, and I was almost gone. For I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness. They seem to live such painless lives; their bodies are so healthy and strong. They don’t have troubles like other people; they’re not plagued with problems like everyone else. . .Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. (Psalm 73:1-5, 23, 24 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Rather than focus on what others have, pray we keep our attention directed to how good God is to us.
• Pray for the Emmanuel Singers as they train this week for a new year of ministry.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. God has guided us this far and will yet lead us forward to our divine destiny, but pray we have the good sense to hold tightly to his hand.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

•          Rejoice with us as one student did not think he would be able to return to Emmanuel this fall, but after much prayer, God has opened the door for him to return. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

From the Ashes

The Lord lifts the poor from the dirt and takes the helpless from the ashes. He seats them with princes, the princes of his people. (Psalm 113:7-8 NCV)

Today's prayers and prayer topics:

• Thank you, O Lord, for helping us endure fiery trials, and with your help, we rise up to shake off all hindrances, taking our place in your plan.
• Pray for our Athletic Staff as they assimilate new athletes and orient them to our campus.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for the College to move from a position of financial need to fiscal strength.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for cooperation and approval by the U.S. Department of Education regarding fiscal requirements for the 2015-16 academic year.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Renewed

He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle's. (Psalm 103:4-5 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray for perspective in our trials through which we see the good God is doing all around us, and most importantly, in us.
• Pray for our Support Staff who are often the unsung heroes behind the scenes making the school year start smoothly.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for his tender mercies to be expressed in tangible form through the resources, both human and financial, he sends to us.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for three of my colleagues who are helping me plan the Alpha Spiritual Emphasis at the opening of the fall semester. Great teamwork! Marvelous brotherhood!

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

The Holy Spirit Prays For Us

And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don't know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed with words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God's own will. (Romans 8:26-27 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• In our vulnerability, pray for the Holy Spirit to inexplicably assist us, and may we yield as He prays for us to be in sync with God's will.
• Pray for our Academic Division and all the faculty who are making final preparations this week for the fall semester.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Be grateful for the Holy Spirit who understands our condition, knows what we need, and prays for us to receive it.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for an EC graduate in the 5th year of her teaching career who recently told me she was better prepared by her EC education than her peers she has met from other colleges and universities.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Place of Refreshing Springs

When they walk through the Valley of Weeping, it will become a place of refreshing springs. the autumn rains will clothe it with blessings. (Psalm 84:6 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• From anxious tears have come tears of gladness. Pray our hearts and minds are refreshed with springs of living water that assuage our thirsty souls, bringing health and wholeness.
• Pray for our Financial and Campus Operations Team to have wisdom in working with our students' financial and housing needs this academic year.
• Week 17 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for showers of financial blessing to fall upon us this academic year.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Your Strength

This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don't be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength! (Nehemiah 8:10b NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we reject anxiety which weakens us, and instead, may we choose joy in the presence of the Lord and the strength joy produces.
• Pray for the Development Team to clearly articulate the Emmanuel story and may many hear the message and respond.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for people to give joyfully in the campaign, not grudgingly or of necessity, but as cheerful givers in the work of the Lord.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Greater Determination

They were just trying to intimidate us, imagining that they could discourage us and stop the work. So I continued to work with even greater determination. (Nehemiah 6:9 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Looking back over our past troubles and seeing God's help to overcome each one, pray we clearly see the enemies intent and God's provision.
• Pray for our student life team that they will have the insight and energy to successfully implement our plans for new student orientation.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray we not rest in our successes, but we intensify our efforts to achieve total victory.

Thank you for praying.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Our God Will Fight For Us

Then I explained to the nobles and officials and all the people, "The work is very spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall. When you hear the blast of the trumpet, rush to wherever it is sounding. Then our God will fight for us!" (Nehemiah 4:19-20 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Our prayer partners are spread from coast to coast and around the world, but pray that when the call goes out each day, a chorus of prayer is lifted to God 24/7.
• Pray for our enrollment management team as they make a final push to reach out to prospective students who could still enroll this fall.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Rejoice! Our God is for us. He engages the enemy. He breaks down strongholds. He leads us in battle.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• This week we received a gift from the John Boyce estate of $401,000. We are grateful to this wonderful alum who gave consistently throughout his life and remembered us so generously in his will. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Fight for your Future

Then as I looked over the situation, I called together the nobles and the rest of the people and said to them, "Don't be afraid of the enemy! Remember the Lord, who is great and glorious, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes!" (Nehemiah 4:14 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray the people of Emmanuel focus on our awesome and powerful God who has been with us. May we take courage that he is still with us in the work before us.
• Pray that personal agendas yield to our common purpose to develop the potential in the young lives entrusted to us.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. As we work with all our might, pray that faith rises up within us to believe God for what seems impossible.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Through very difficult challenges, our campus operations staff, student life staff, and volunteers are nearly finished with the physical preparations necessary before the arrival of our students.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Let's Rebuild

Then I told them about how the gracious hand of God had been on me, and about my conversation with the King. They replied at once, "Yes, let's rebuild the wall!" So they began the good work. (Nehemiah 2:18 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray for the entire faculty and staff who meet today to envision and plan the academic year before us. 
• Pray for unity to build in the present, not looking back to the mistakes of the past, but resolutely marching into the future with purpose.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. May we remember our conversations with the King and his promises to be with us and to help us. 

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thank God for a dedicated faculty and staff who are ready to begin the good work of launching the 2015-16 academic year.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Don't Worry

So don't worry about these things, saying, What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear? These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. (Matthew 6:31 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we stop worrying about the myriad of challenges we face, and instead, take action as God directs.
• Pray for the student life personnel and the campus operations staff who are pressed to get everything ready for the arrival of our students for the fall semester.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. May we take comfort knowing that God is aware of all our needs and knows exactly how to meet them.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• God has been answering the prayers of previous generations of leaders regarding the placement of Emmanuel's graduates in service. In my travels this past weekend, I met so many alums who are filling vital roles in their churches, their communities, and their professions. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Deliver Us

And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. (Matthew 6:13 NKJV)

Today's prayers:

• O God, please do not test us, but if you must, please deliver us from our enemy and help us pass the test. Not my will, but your will be done.
• Our Father who is with us, Emmanuel College is part of your kingdom through which we ask you to reveal your power and glory until you come.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. May the plan of the evil one totally disintegrate and may God's purpose for Emmanuel College expand.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for every encouraging word I've received, and there have been many, and even more thankful for the encouragement that comes from witnessing God's miracles.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Our Daily Bread

Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.  (Matthew 6:11-12 NKJV)

Today's prayers:

• Our Father, please provide the provisions we need when we need them.
• Dear God, we promise to forgive those who have trespassed against us. Please forgive us for ignoring your no trespassing signs and going where we should not go.
• Week 16 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Please send us resources, Lord, and use them to remove our debts and establish fiscal stability.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for how God has moved mountains of obstacles for us in our past and for how he will do it again and again to accomplish his purposes and his plan. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Our Father

For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him. In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. (Matthew 6:8-10 NKJV)

Today's prayers:

• O Lord, you know us well. Forgive us when we behave as if you don't care about our needs.
• Father, you are pure goodness, perfect, without any shadow of deceit, pure in motive, action, and love.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. May your will, O God, be done in earth, in me, and in all of us who are Emmanuel College.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for the senior School of Christian Ministries student who dropped by yesterday to tell me about his application for minister's license in the IPHC and his desire to obey God in the spiritual renewal on campus this year. Amazing potential. Difference-maker. World-changer. 
• O Lord, help us help you shape the next generation of church leaders.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

God at Work

The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God's help be encouraged. For the Lord hears the cries of the needy; he does not despise his imprisoned people. (Psalm 69:32-33 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we not become proud thinking we have done what only God can do - touch the human heart and make it generous.
• Despite our weaknesses and sins, keep praying because he loves us still and hears our call.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Encourage one another as you pray for God to work his plan in our lives. Be glad for he is working!

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for the student I met yesterday who will travel nearly 500 miles to attend Emmanuel this fall. Amazing potential. Difference-maker. World-changer. O Lord, send us more like him.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

I Will Pray

I love the Lord because he hears my voice and my prayer for mercy. Because he bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have breath! (Psalm 116:1-2 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• The Lord constantly hears our prayers, bending low 24/7 with love and mercy to help us when we call; therefore, pray!
• May we let nothing distract us from calling upon the Lord throughout each day - not lack or plenty, not bad times or good.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray for unanticipated favor and unexpected gifts in response to our many prayers and calls for help.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for the favor of God that has helped us successfully navigate many challenges over the last 11 months since I became president.
• Thankful for the tremendous potential before us as we prepare for the fall semester.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

God Can Be Trusted

Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. (Hebrews 10:23-24 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• May we repent of our doubts and turn to God who is trustworthy and faithful in keeping his promises.
• Pray we hold lightly to weariness and worry while holding tightly to him who is our hope.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray we encourage one another to give in the campaign in acts of love and good works for God's plans for Emmanuel.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for a $25,000 gift yesterday from an alum. Praise God for his provision.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Through His Spirit

I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. (Ephesians 3:16 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray we keep our spirits attuned to the Holy Spirit as he beckons us to follow him to places of abundance and provision.
• Pray for faculty and staff who are preparing for the opening of fall semester this month that God will enable them mentally, physically, and spiritually.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Pray that the people of God understand that they are part of God's glorious, unlimited resources when they release what he has given to them.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful to God for helping Emmanuel through a very lean summer with the resources we needed when we needed them. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

My Strength

See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The Lord God is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. (Isaiah 12:2 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Pray for perspective that helps us banish fear in the light of God's saving presence among us.
• Pray for human weakness to be overpowered by the strength of the Lord, leading to overwhelming and complete victory through Jesus.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. May trust in God's provision rise up within us enabling us to see man's failure redeemed by God's success.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thankful for two gifts totaling $25,000 last week. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

Give Praise

Praise the Lord! Yes, give praise, O servants of the Lord. Praise the name of the Lord! Blessed be the name of the Lord now and forever. Everywhere - from east to west - praise the name of the Lord. (Psalm 113:1-3 NLT)

Today's prayers:

• Receive our praise today, O God. On this Lord's day we worship and praise you.
• May praise rise today in us and around the earth in wave after wave as your people awaken, give thanks, and enter your courts to worship.
• Week 15 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. We bless your name, O Lord, and praise you for your abiding presence with us.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Students are registered for fall semester from many states and countries. We rejoice in the opportunity we will have to educate them and to help them encounter God, to view hopes, dreams, and careers from a Christian world-view.

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.

God's Faithfulness

I have not kept the good news of your justice hidden in my heart; I have talked about your faithfulness and saving power. I have told everyone in the great assembly of your unfailing love and faithfulness. (Psalm 40:10 NLT)

Today's prayer topics:

• Thank God for his faithfulness in responding to our call and for sending provision through those who listen carefully to his voice.
• Praise and proclaim the saving power and unfailing love of the Lord our God.
• Week 14 in the campaign FOR EMMANUEL. Thank God for providing friends to stand with us and help us through the challenges we face.

Thank you for praying.

Answered prayer:

• Thank God for the students who are preparing to enroll this fall. The new student class will be larger than last fall and overall enrollment is projected to increase. Thank God for the potential in these students to set right what is wrong in this world. 

Never give up unless it's praise we give up to God; never give in except to give in to him.