God, He uses the unity of the church to display something of the gospel mes- sage to the world. Is the unity of the church a priority in our prayers as it was in Jesus’s? Do we plead for the message of God’s love and offer of salvation to be displayed in the way we relate to our brothers and sisters, and not only those in our local fellowships but across the globe?
preserved the disciples, enabling the gospel message to go out to the world. And, the early record of the church provides an example of how Jesus’ third request was answered. Luke writes that as “all who believed were together… the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved” (Acts 2:44-47). The request for the unity of believers and the display of the gospel through the church is one that is still being answered today. And, it is a request to which we can join our voices as we take advantage of the access Jesus has provided for us to the throne of grace. May we approach it boldly!
ARP Women’s Ministry: Prayer Emphasis 2024
ARP Women’s Ministries encourages the women of the denomination to par- ticipate in an annual Prayer Emphasis program or event in their local church. The Prayer Emphasis programs at our churches all look different and vary from year to year. Perhaps a dinner is held and your pastor or a speaker is invited to address women on the topic of prayer. Or, a day of prayer is set aside for day. Maybe a prayer partner initiative is developed or a prayer-by-letter-writing ministry is revived. It could be as simple as drawing attention to the opportuni- ties for corporate prayer already provided by your church. However you choose to observe it, we hope that a Prayer Emphasis program can be a time for the women in your church to encourage one another toward the regular practice of corporate and personal prayer. Below are some ideas that could be incorporated into a prayer program; adapt as needed for private or public use. May we be women of prayer!
The Glory of God: Scripture: Psalm 19:1-6, Psalm 8, Romans 11:33-36 Hymns: To God Be the Glory; Holy, Holy, Holy; How Great Thou Art Pray for: the Glory of God to be displayed in the salvation of souls and the building of his church, for anyone the Lord brings to mind.
The Word of God: Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14, Psalm 119 (any section), 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Hymns: How Firm a Foundation; Almighty God Your Word is Cast Pray for: the word of God to go out, missionaries supported by your church and/or the denomination; your local, state, and national leaders.
The Unity of the Church: Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22, John 17:20-26, Revelation 7:9-12 Hymns: Blest Be the Tie that Binds; I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord Pray for: the witness of the church in the world, ARP Churches, their ARP agencies and ministries.
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