Throughout the Bible the number 40 seems to have a special spiritual significance. When the flood came in Noah’s day, it rained 40 days and nights. Israel wandered in the desert and ate heaven-sent manna for 40 years. Moses fasted and prayed in Jehovah’s presence for 40 days and nights. Israel’s spies explored the PromisedContinue reading “Why 40 Days?”
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Why Pray?
“Imagine yourself in a dark room. Windows closed. Curtains drawn. Shutters shut. In the darkness it’s hard to believe there’s daylight beyond the drapes. So you grope and try to feel your way across the floor. You take a step, disoriented and unsure where you’re headed. Progress is slow and the journey painful. Stubbed toes,Continue reading “Why Pray?”
40 Days of Prayer 2017 Launching Oct 1
El Dorado & Union County’s third year of community prayer campaign begins Sunday, Oct. 1, 2017. http://www.eldoradonews.com/news/2017/sep/13/third-annual-forty-days-prayer-launch-oct-1/ Follow us here to receive daily prayer guides: eldorado40.com http://www.twitter.com/eldorado40days http://www.facebook.com/eldorado40days
Day 40 – Wednesday, Nov 9 (Fasting)
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over thisContinue reading “Day 40 – Wednesday, Nov 9 (Fasting)”
Day 39 – Tuesday, Nov. 8
If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land. -II Chronicles 7:14 OBSERVATION: We thank God today for the privilege of living in this land ofContinue reading “Day 39 – Tuesday, Nov. 8”
Day 38 – Monday, Nov. 7, 2016
In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. -John 16:33 OBSERVATION: In the days leading up to the election, we need assurance that our hope is in our Savior and not in the government. PRAYER: Father, we pray for the state of our nation. We pray for theContinue reading “Day 38 – Monday, Nov. 7, 2016”
Day 37 – Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016
The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth. He fulfills the desire of those who fear Him; He also hears their cry and saves them. -Psalm 145:18-19 OBSERVATION: What a blessing it is to serve and pray to a God who is always there! PRAYER:Continue reading “Day 37 – Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016”
Day 36 – Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016
Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. -Romans 12:9-10 OBSERVATION: The marks of a Christian should be obvious to those living in darkness. PRAYER: Father, help us to live out our faith in tangible ways andContinue reading “Day 36 – Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016”
Day 35 – Friday, Nov. 4, 2016
For the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty -II Corinthians 3:17 OBSERVATION: Jesus said: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted; To proclaim liberty toContinue reading “Day 35 – Friday, Nov. 4, 2016”
Day 34 – Thursday, Nov. 3
Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will ofContinue reading “Day 34 – Thursday, Nov. 3”
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