Episode 282: Day 37- 40 Day Prayer Challenge

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CLICK FOR 40 DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE SHOW NOTES Day 40: Episode 285 Guided Prayer: We did it! We completed the 40 Day Prayer Challenge! Thank you, God, for walking alongside us for these past 40 days. We know that praying is a way to honor you and connect with you. We are so thankful for this gift. Help us to carry on our lifestyle of prayer as we walk with you daily. Thank you for making a way for us to have a deep relationship with you. Thank you for this 40 day challenge. Independent Prayer: Spend the next minute asking God to help you keep up a lifestyle of prayer.

CLICK FOR 40 DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE SHOW NOTES Day 39: Episode 284 "And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for." 1 John 5:14-15 Guided Prayer: God, thank you for the assurance that you hear our prayers when we ask for things that please you. We know you want what’s best for us, so when we ask for those things, we can know with full confidence that you hear our requests. You are a good father who gives good gifts that align with what is pleasing and according to your will.  Independent Prayer: Spend the next minute reflecting with God on things that please Him.

CLICK FOR 40 DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE SHOW NOTES Day 38: Episode 283 "But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness." 1 John 1:9 Guided Prayer: God, thank you for your faithfulness to forgive us of our sins. Only you have the ability to be fully loving, full just, and fully faithful. Thank you for the gift of cleansing us from all wickedness. Help us not take that for granted and remember to praise you for this on a consistent basis. Help us spread the good news of what you’ve done for us. Independent Prayer: Spend the next minute thanking God for His faithfulness, His justice, and His forgiveness.

CLICK FOR 40 DAY PRAYER CHALLENGE SHOW NOTES Day 37: Episode 282 "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results." James 5:16 Guided Prayer: God, thank you for the gift of Biblical community and all the good it does for us. Give us the courage to exercise healthy vulnerability. Help us have the ability to create a  safe  space where confession, prayer, and healing can take place. We know that meaningful prayer of your children is powerful and produces good results. Help us lean into this truth as we encourage our siblings in Christ. Independent Prayer: Spend the next minute asking God to show you areas where confession and prayer can  take place.