Day 17 Topic: Clarity of speech for those pitching projects Philippians 4: 13–I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Dearest Lord, Thank you for the ideas you’ve given us. I pray today for us to be able to convey those ideas clearly when we meet with industry professionals. I know there will be a lot of opportunities …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 18
Day 18 Topic: For conferees to grasp what is taught and to grow from it James 1:5–But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. Father, we’re praying today for all the writers who will be coming to the conference, that they’ll …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 19
Day 19 Topic: For mentor and specialty appointments Psalm 66:19-20–But certainly God has heard; He has given heed to the voice of my prayer. Blessed be God, Who has not turned away my prayer Nor His lovingkindness from me. Father God: Hear our prayers for those who have gathered here to mentor other writers and offer wisdom through specialty appointment. …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 20
Day 20 Topic: Conference veterans Psalm 18:2–The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge . . . Father God, I lift up to you the veterans of past ACFW conferences as they return for yet another fabulous year. I pray that they will give their schedules and appointments …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 21
Day 21 Topic: For all attending to rest in God’s timing for their lives Psalm 37:4-5–Delight yourself in the Lord; and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord, trust also in Him, and He will do it. Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, How we adore you; we praise your holy name. You are …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 22
Day 22 Topic: Finalists in the Carol Awards Psalm 31:14-15a–But as for me, I trust in You, O Lord, I say, You are my God. My times are in Your hand. Heavenly Father: Thank you for each of the finalists in the Carol Awards. We thank you for their faithfulness to your calling on their lives, and for their hard …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 23
Day 23 Topic: The volunteer workers Romans 6:13b–Present yourselves to God as those alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness to God. Lord, fill our volunteer workers with a sense of mission, as ones who represent You, wearing a servant spirit and giving themselves joyfully to others. No matter how great or small their tasks, bless …
40 Days of Prayer: Day 24
Day 24 Topic: For all attending to have a servant’s heart toward those around them John 3:34-35–A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another. Dear Heavenly …
Day 32 – Forty Days of Prayer: For Brandilyn as She Emcees
Psalm 45:1–My heart overflows with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; My tongue is the pen of a ready writer. Heavenly Father, Thank You for our precious Brandilyn Collins as she again emcees the conference. Thank You for her willing servant’s heart to use her talents to glorify You as she keeps us informed, entertained and …
Forty Days of Prayer – Day 36 Those Teaching Continuing Ed Classes
Psalm 28:7a–The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Dearest Lord, we thank you for those teaching continuing education. Give them wisdom, focus, and direction as they prepare to teach, and allow the planning and logistics to flow smoothly. Surround each teacher with your comfort, strength, and loving care. Fill them with your peace …