Verse: 2 Chronicles 7:14
Prayer Topic: Repentance

Devotional:
Let’s talk about repentance.

Repentance is a personal decision to turn away from sin and toward God. It’s an internal change of heart, made possible by the work of the Holy Spirit. When we repent, we’re recognizing we have done wrong and making a decision to change our ways.

To repent means to say “I’m sorry” for doing something wrong, or “I regret” what I’ve done. It also means to turn away from bad habits and behaviors that are keeping us from God, even when those things might seem harmless at first glance (like gossiping). And finally, repentance has an element of asking for forgiveness for our sins—for those things we’ve done wrong against others and against God Himself.

As you begin your journey of 21 Days of Prayer, reflect on today’s theme verse:

2 Chronicles 7:14 (ESV)

If my people, who are called by my name, will 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.

Verse: Romans 12
Prayer Topic: Humility: Layers of Tendencies:  That we return to holiness That our bodies, actions, decisions bring honor to him.

Devotional:
Humility and holiness are two very important aspects of our lives as Christians. They are the foundation for many other things we do as Christians. 

We should be humble before God and each other because it shows that we are willing to learn from others instead of always thinking we know best, which can lead to pride or arrogance. We also need to have humility when we think about our actions, because they affect everyone around us as well as ourselves. 

Holiness is important because it makes us different from everyone else. It means that we should live our lives with purity and integrity so that people who see us can know that there is something special about us because we follow Christ’s teachings so closely.

I invite you to meditate on today’s theme verse:

 Romans 12:1-2 (NIV)
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Verse: Psalms 143:8
Prayer Topic: Guidance/ God’s Direction: Layers of Direction: That God may direct our steps Personal Families Restoration City

Devotional:

It’s easy to lose sight of God when we are surrounded by distractions—when we are too busy with work and family life to devote time to prayer; when we’re surrounded by people who don’t share our faith; when we feel like nobody understands what we’re going through; or when we feel like nothing good can ever happen again.

But Psalm 143 is a beautiful reminder that we have a refuge in God. Be encouraged to seek Him and ask for God to order your steps. Afterall, He wants us to turn toward Him in those moments when it feels impossible to do so on our own strength alone.

Psalm 143:8 Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for you I entrust my

Verse: Psalms 107:13-15
Prayer Topic: Salvation

Devotional:
Psalms 107:13-15 is a great reminder that God delivers us from our troubles. We can be delivered from sickness, pain, and danger.

If you’re going through something right now, remember that God will help you get through it. He’s there with you every step of the way.

Let’s pray that God delivers our loved ones from darkness and the shadow of death so that they, too, can thank Him for his steadfast love!

Verse: Isaiah 53:5
Prayer Topic: Healing

Devotional:
Isaiah 53:5 says, “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities: upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed.”

The word translated as “healed” here is the Hebrew word for “to make whole.”

This is such a beautiful picture of how God heals us. We are broken, but He makes us whole again. He takes the wounds and bruises we have received from sin, and He heals them. He takes our pain on himself, so that we don’t have to bear it alone.

Today, take a moment to reflect on the miracle of healing through Jesus!

Verse: John 17:21-23
Prayer Topic: Unity

Devotional:
It’s easy to feel like the church is a place where people are at odds with each other. Sometimes, we feel like our brothers and sisters in Christ are all going in different directions. We aren’t sure who’s right, who’s wrong, and whether or not we’re supposed to be fighting against one another or fighting for each other.

But here’s the thing: God doesn’t want us to fight against one another. He wants us to work together. He wants us to be unified, as His body—the church—should be unified.

When Jesus prayed this prayer for unity in John 17:21-23 (NIV), he was talking about how his followers would act toward one another—not just individually but as a whole. He was asking God for the unity that would come from Him working through us as individuals and giving us the strength to work together as one body.

Verse: Ephesians 3:16-19
Prayer Topic: Community / One Body of Christ

Devotional:
Ephesians 3:16-19 is a passage that has been interpreted in many ways.

It can be read to be a simple statement of faith, or it can be argued that it is a call to action. A call to be united as one in our search to deeply know Christ’s love for us.

In either case, it is important to keep in mind that we are all called to be faithful followers of Christ, and that nothing we do will make us any less important in his eyes.

Verse: 1 Corinthians 1:10
Prayer Topic: Spiritual Health / Obedience

Devotional:
We’ve all been there. It’s a Sunday morning, and you’re sitting in church, listening to the pastor preach a sermon about how we’re all supposed to be one body of Christ. And then you start thinking, “I’m not sure what that means.”

It’s OK—we’ve all been there. But we’re here to tell you: it’s important! And this is why:

Paul wrote in his first letter to the church at Corinth to remind them of the spiritual health of their community. He knew that they were deeply connected with one another and with God through Jesus Christ, which made them one body of Christ.

He wanted them to keep working on this connection so they could continue to grow spiritually and remain healthy as a church community.

1 Corinthians 1:10 I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.

Verse: Isaiah 54:13
Prayer Topic: Our children will open their hearts to God

Devotional:
Let your prayer for today be that our children will open their hearts to the Lord.

Their peace will be great because they are being taught by the Lord.

We know that the Lord will keep His promises, give them wisdom, and guide them in the way to true happiness.

Isaiah 54:13
All your children will be taught by the Lord, and great will be their peace. (NIV)

Verse: Mathew 5:14-16
Prayer Topic: Be the Light of this World

Devotional:
With today’s prayer topic, we pray that you are encouraged to be the light to others that they may see God’s goodness.

If you have a light, always let it shine. Your light, your example and your kindness are always warmly encouraged.

May God give you a heart to share the good news of the Gospel. And may He bless the power of your example to reflect His light to those around you.

Matthew 5:14-16 –
14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Verse: Galatians 5:22-23
Prayer Topic: Wholesome Marriages: That there is peace and unity in marriages!

Devotional:
The Bible is clear about the importance of marriage and the need for husbands and wives to be partners in love.

The Bible also says that we are to be like Christ and not like the world, which includes living in peace with our spouses. The reason for this is because God’s plan for marriage is a beautiful thing, and it is meant to bring us closer together as husband and wife.

It’s not just about physical intimacy, but also about building up one another spiritually, emotionally and physically.

Galatians 5:22-23
22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Verse: Ephesians 5:18-20
Prayer Topic: Worship & Praise; be filled with the Holy Spirit

Devotional:
Worship and praise are a huge part of our faith. We worship and praise God every morning in our services.

We also praise him at home, in our cars and even when we are doing certain tasks around the house. Praise is an important part of our life and it’s something that should always be present in our lives.

Praising God for all his blessings isn’t just about praising him for what he has done or is doing but also about thanking him for how far he has brought us.

We ought to be thankful to God for bringing us through our trials, tribulations and struggles because without them we wouldn’t know how good his love really is!

Ephesians 5:18-20
18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, 19 speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, 20 always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Verse: Philippians 4:6-7
Prayer Topic: Peace

Devotional:
Philippians 4:6-7

Peace that surpasses all understanding

In these two verses Paul is urging us to be at peace with ourselves and with God. He wants us to be at peace with our whole selves because we are made up of many parts – mind, body, & soul. Emotions; spirit and flesh.

We cannot be at peace unless we have peace within each part of ourselves. Therefore Paul says “In everything” (v6).

It is so easy to become anxious about things outside ourselves – our job, our health or some other problem that affects us personally – but it is much harder to be anxious about something inside ourselves; something like money or our worries over a relative’s illness or any other small thing that affects us deeply. This kind of anxiety keeps us from being at peace with ourselves! We are constantly worrying about these little things but there is no need for it because God has promised that He will never leave or forsake us.

Phil. 4: 6–7
6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Verse: Psalm 3:3-7
Prayer Topic: Protection

Devotional:
God is our ultimate protector. He is not only able to protect us from all harm, but he wants to do so. We need not fear any danger or hardship if we know that God will be our protector.

We may face dangers and sufferings, but we need not fear them if we know that God will be our protector.

When trouble comes, let us cry out for help and pray for deliverance from our troubles; then we shall find rest for our souls under the shadow of his wings.

Psalm 3:3-7
But you, O Lord, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high. I cried out to the Lord, and he answered me from his holy mountain. I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me.I am not afraid of ten thousand enemies who surround me on every side. Arise, O Lord! Rescue me, my God! Slap all my enemies in the face! Shatter the teeth of the wicked!

Verse: 2 Timothy 1:7
Prayer Topic: Power, Love & Self-discipline

Devotional:
We can gain self-discipline by following God’s commands, which will enable us to resist temptation and do what is right.

Power comes from within, but we need external help when we face temptation or when we want to resist evil desires in ourselves or others.

He teaches us how to use our resources wisely so that our life becomes a source of blessing for others around us.

2 Timothy 1:7
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.

Verse: Psalm 94:18-19
Prayer Topic: Dominion over Anxiety and Depression

Devotional:
That we can experience the joy that comes from our salvation!
Psalm 94 is a prayer of thankfulness to God for His unfailing love and support.

The psalmist describes his life in the past, present and future as one of anxiety and depression, but he also expresses joy because of his salvation.

The first thing that God does to make the psalmist happy is deliver him from anxiety and depression.

Anxiety comes from fear or worry about the future, while depression comes from sadness or despair over problems or failure.

The psalmist describes how he felt anxiety when faced with problems in his life. He was afraid that people wouldn’t like what he had done or said; it was difficult for him to deal with problems at work; and he had many doubts about whether God would hear his prayers. But then he saw how God delivered

Psalm 94:18-19
When I said, “My foot is slipping, your unfailing love, Lord, supported me. When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.

Verse: Colossians 1:9
Prayer Topic: Discernment

Devotional:
That we would have Knowledge of His will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives
In Colossians 1:9 Paul prays that we would understand the mystery of God’s will.

The will of God is good, pleasing and perfect. We have knowledge of God’s will through the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives.

This verse does not mean that we would be able to figure out what God wants us to do without His help or guidance; rather it refers to knowing how everything fits together in His overall plan for our lives.

Colossians 1:9
For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you. We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives

Verse: Joshua 1:6-7
Prayer Topic: Restoration City Expansions

Devotional:
That we would continue to be obedient to God as He makes way for the expansion of Restoration City!
The Lord is calling us to be faithful in our obedience. He is calling us into obedience that will result in an inheritance.

He will make a path for us if we trust Him and obey His voice. He will provide what we need in order to bring His kingdom into manifestation on earth as it is in heaven.

We are called to be strong and courageous so that we can successfully navigate through life’s challenges and obstacles with joy and peace.

Joshua 1: 6-7
6 Be strong and courageous, for you shall cause this people to inherit the land which I swore to their fathers to give them. 7 Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law which Moses my servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go.

Verse: Ephesians 4:11-14
Prayer Topic: Pastors, Leaders, Directors, Dream Team, Members

Devotional:
That these 5 ministries will be manifested in this generation!

As Christians, we are called to serve. There are many ways to serve, but I believe the greatest way we can serve is by helping those around us grow in their relationship with Christ.

In Ephesians 4:11-14, Paul encourages us to build up one another in Christ. This means that when someone comes to you for help or advice, you don’t just give them an answer and move on. You invest time and energy into helping them grow in their faith. You pray for them, listen to them and encourage them along the way.

When we reach out to others in this way, we are building up the body of Christ. We’re helping people get closer to God so they can be transformed.

Ephesians 4: 11-14
So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. 14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming.

Verse: Acts 2:44-47
Prayer Topic: Activated Faith–Be The Church

Devotional:
This scripture reminds us of how important it is to be consistent in our faith. The word “consistent” means “to remain in the same state” or “to not change.”

When we are consistent in our faith we remain steadfast and unwavering in what we believe, even if people around us don’t agree with it or want to change your mind about something.

This scripture verse reminds us not to conform to the world but rather be transformed by the renewing of our minds through God’s Word.

Philippians 1:27
27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit,[a] striving together as one for the faith of the gospel

Verse: Acts 2: 44-47
Prayer Topic: Activated Faith–Be The Church That we would follow the model of the fist church!

Devotional:
Unity is not just what we have in common; it’s what we have in Christ that binds us together.

The early church was an example of how a community can become a family. We are each other’s keepers, caretakers, defenders, friends, and partners in ministry.

We look out for one another because we are one body with many parts working together for the glory of God.

Acts 2: 44-47
All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.