Day 40 - Your will be done

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

Pray first the perfect prayer over every situation which is to pray for his will to be accomplished, for our efforts to synchronize with his, for our desires to be exchanged for his.

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: [Jesus] knelt down and prayed, saying, "Father, if it is your will, take this cup away from me; nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done." (Luke 22:42 NKJV)

Day 39 - God always hears our prayers

Day 39 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first with confidence that God hears when we pray. Pray with expectation of a loving response. Thank God for hearing our prayers, especially our prayers for Emmanuel College these last 39 days.

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: Then Jesus looked up to heaven and said, "Father, thank you for hearing me. You always hear me." (John 11:41b-42a NLT)

Day 38 - Praise the Lord

Day 38 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Praise first today in your place of worship, whether at home with family or in a church building with the body of Christ. Give the Lord the praise and worship he deserves. And give thanks for all the good in our lives. Just look around and you see his hand of blessing.

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: Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. (Psalm 103:2-3 NLT)

Day 37 - Pray first

Day 37 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first, not second, not third, not eventually, but first. Alone, as couples, as families, with other disciples. In cars, in offices, in schools, in churches. In silence, in whispers, in conversations, in shouts, in songs. In peace and in turmoil. Pray first! 

Pray through for our national and state leaders to use wisdom, understanding, and common sense regarding the creation and enforcement of the laws of our land.

The Word of the Lord: One day Jesus left the crowds to pray alone. Only his disciples were with him. (Luke 9:18 NLT)

Day 36 - Prayers answered

Day 36 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first that our prayers will be answered with the power of God flowing through us, dispelling fear and creating opportunities for the growth and development of our students, staff, and faculty.

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

The Word of the Lord: After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness. (Acts 4:31 NLT)

Day 35 - Pray without ceasing

Day 35 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for joy to pervade our campus, for prayer to be the breath in our lungs, and for gratitude to be the foundation for our praises and petitions. 

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: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NKJV)

Day 34 - Continually praying

Day 34 of 40 days of prayer and fasting for a future full of hope

Pray first for the Emmanuel family to be united in our devotion to God and in our determination to pray for understanding to see his way and for courage to do his will. Pray for the next generation of students who will join our family this fall.

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

The Word of the Lord: All these with one mind and one purpose were continually devoting themselves to prayer. (Acts 1:14a AMP)