Day 9 Wanda Dyson as she finalizes appointments Heb. 4:16–Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Father, we come to you today in prayer for Wanda Dyson, our editors and agents appointment coordinator. We thank you for her tireless work …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 10: For the Families We Leave at Home
Romans 8:26-27–In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 11: For Us to Mourn With Those Who Mourn
Romans 12:15b– . . . and weep with those who weep. Father, You have promised that those who mourn will be comforted. Our prayer today is that those who have sorrow and tribulation during the conference will be comforted by Your great arms of love. We pray that whatever disappointments may come, we know You are still on Your throne …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 12: To Rejoice With Those Who Rejoice
Romans 12:15a–Rejoice with those who rejoice . . . Dear Father and most holy Lord, Fill us all with your joy, all who will be together in body and all who will be holding the conference in their thoughts. Grant us your unselfish love for one another, so that we can share in the beauty of writing for your glory. …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 13: For the Hotel Staff
I Corinthians 9: 19, 23–For though I am free from all men, I have made myself a slave to all, so that I may win more. I do all things for the sake of the gospel, so that I may become a fellow partaker of it. Father, we pray today for the hotel staff who will be responsible for taking …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 14: Worship Pleasing to God
2 Corinthians 5:9-Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. Heavenly Father, let us delight ourselves in you, glorifying your name in praise and worship for you are worthy to be praised. In Jesus’ Name, Amen
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 15: Allison Wilson
I Corinthians 15:58–Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord. Thank you, Father, for Allison’s dedication year after year. She truly brings a sense of order and peace to the conference, despite last-minute emergencies and snafus. She takes a rather large load on her shoulders. …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 16: Genesis Finalists
Psalm 135:5-6–For I know that the Lord is great and that our Lord is above all gods. Whatever the Lord pleases, He does, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps. Oh Lord, we long for you to inhabit our lives, therefore our first words are praise and thanksgiving. You are great. You are above all …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 17: Clarity of Speech for Those Pitching
Philippians 4: 13–I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Father God, I pray your presence will be felt throughout the ACFW Conference. As conferees prepare to meet with and then present their projects to editors and agents, remind them that what they do does not go unseen. Let them be aware of your presence and of your …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 18: For Conferees to be Teachable
Proverbs 1:5–A wise man will hear and increase in learning, and a man of understanding will acquire wise counsel. Father God, we love you. Thank you for the wisdom passed on throughout this conference. May Your word flow through those teaching, and may those words be heard by those listening. We give You thanks for the talent You’ve given to …