Theme: LORD, RENEW MY STRENGTH
Text: Isaiah 40:29-31, Zechariah 4:6-9, 2Corinthians 12:9. 2Corinthians 5:17.
Exhortation
Glory to God in the highest for His loving kindness and faithfulness towards us in every situation. We give thanks to Him for His abiding presence in the journey so far. The testimonies of His unfailing grace upon us cannot be overemphasized. His name alone be glorified forevermore. Amen.
Last month, the Holy Spirit guided us on the prayer theme "GOD OF PERFECTION". This has continued to be our watchword as we set out for God's supernatural intervention in our situation. However smart, strong and brilliant we may be, we surrender our will to His own will for perfection and testimonies to the glory of His name. This, I must say, remains to re-echo in our minds and reinforce our faith towards another dimension of His visitation in the new month.
This.month, as always, the LORD is guiding us by His Spirit on the prayer theme, "LORD, RENEW MY STRENGTH" - Isaiah 40:29-41. The Christian journey is first of all, a heavenward race. It is also a race to attain and profit in all that God has provided for us in Christ Jesus. Those who run the race need to renew their strength always, so as remain on track. It is being on the track of faith, the faith that produces results and lasting testimonies. The main condition to renew our strength in Christ is, waiting on Him in prayers. To do this, we need faith and self-denial, feeding on His word with fasting and prayer.
Abraham waited on the LORD and God renewed his strength to hold on to faith until he got his miracle child, even at old age. He believed in God and it was counted to him for righteousness. -Genesis15:1-6. God renewed His covenant with him. -Genesis 17:1–8, 21:1-7. In all his trials, He was patient with God and didn't waver in faith. -Hebrews 6:13–15, Romans 4:18–21. Patience and faith in God are necessary conditions for renewing our strength while waiting on Him. At different times, Isaac waited on the LORD and God renewed his hope and strength. -Genesis 25:21, 26:1–6, 12.
Hannah prayed, waited earnestly on the LORD for a child and God renewed her hope and strength. In answer to her groanings, God visited her with the covenant child Samuel. -1Samuel 1:26–28, 1Samuel 2:1–10.
Daniel and his friends, Hanania (Shadrach), Mishael (Meshach); and Azariah (Abed-nego), all sought God in prayer and fasting. God renewed their strength and they got supernatural results. -Daniel 2:17-23, 6:10–23, 9:3–23. Jabez cried unto God and God renewed the strength of his glory. -2Chronicles 4:9-10. What about Paul and Silas? They waited on the LORD through prayer and praises; and He delivered them. Thereafter, their strengths were renewed and they continued tirelessly in their gospel crusade. -Acts 16:22–34.
Waiting on God has always been a winning formula over all challenges of life. God can never fail. To renew our strength is the work of the Holy Spirit. Physical strength is highly limited in the realm of the spirit. We have to learn to depend on Him for continual strength and restoration. Hence, the prophetic admonition from Zechariah, "Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, saith the LORD of hosts..." - Zecha.4:6-9, 2Corinthians 12:9. Psalm 37:7 says "Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him." and Lamentations 3:25-26 says "The LORD is good unto them that wait for him..."
As we wait patiently on the LORD in faith this month, our strength and our hope shall be renewed, and our testimonies shall know no bounds, in Jesus' Name.
Remember, with Jesus Christ by our side, Victory is Sure!
Shalom!
PROPHETIC PRAYER POINTS
1. Give thanks to God for His faithfulness and His mighty acts.
2. Appreciate God for His guidance divine protection, divine provision and security over your entire family.
3. Glorify God for fighting your battles all the way, for all the victories and testimonies.
4. Sing praises to the glory of God for
all He has provided for us in Christ; for the Blood of Jesus, for the name Jesus Christ and for the Holy Spirit. -Philip.2:9-11, Revelation 12:11, Ephesians 1:11-14, Romans 8:26, 1corinthians 2:9.
5. Pray for pardon, over known and unknown sins and mistakes. -Psalm 66:18-20.
6. Pray for grace to eschew and overcome sins. -Psalms 19:13, Romans 6:1-2, 12-14.
7. Pray for grace and strength to pursue faithfulness and holiness. -Hebrews 12:14, Philip. 4:13. Mathew 5:6, 8.
8. Holy Spirit of God, renew my strength to move to higher level of grace and testimonies, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29-31.
9. Heavenly Father, I receive grace for higher level of spiritual life, in Jesus' Name.
10. Gracious Father, As I wait upon You, renew my spiritual strength and faith, to be steadfast and never grow weary, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29–31; Ephesians 3:16.
11. I receive grace to forgive those who have offended me in one way or the other, in Jesus' Name. -Matthew 6:14-15.
12. I receive grace and strength to pray through this month and this year, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29
12. Almighty God, wherever I have been weak, increase and renew my strength, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29.
13. Holy Spirit, increase my hunger and thirst for God's presence, and help me to know God more intimately, in Jesus' Name. -Psalm42:1-2.
14. Holy Spirit, increase my strength to love, study, obey, and live according to God's Word every day, in Jesus' Name. -Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:105.
15. Gracious Father, grant me the grace and strength to do good, towards the expansion of Your kingdom, in Jesus' Name. -Galatians 6:7-10.
16. Holy Spirit, strengthen me to overcome temptation, resist the devil, and remain steadfast in faith, in Jesus' Name. -Ephesians 6:10-11; James 4:7, 1Peter 5:8-10.
17. Almighty Father, renew my strength to fight and conquer every enemy of my glorious destiny, in Jesus' Name. -1Chron.4:9-10.
18. Heavenly Father, renew my strength for financial breakthrough, in Jesus' Name. -Deuteron.8:18, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:19.
19. Holy Spirit, renew my strength to attain excellence in all my pursuits, in Jesus' Name.
20. Holy Spirit of God, renew and increase my strength to do exploits in life and ministry, in Jesus' Name.
21. Almighty God, establish the work of my hands and increase my strength and wisdom to manage success, in Jesus' Name. -Psalm 90:17, Isaiah 40:29.
22. Spirit of diligence and excellence to stand in the calibre of great men, I receive in Jesus' Name. -Proverbs 22:29.
23. Lord, renew my physical strength, grant me divine health; remove every weakness and sickness from my life, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29, Jeremiah 30:17; 3John 1:2
24. Every good relationship that has been broken, Lord renew it, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29-31, 60:15.
25. Gracious Father, renew and restore true love, peace and unity in the church, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:31.
26. Almighty Father, renew and restore true worship, consecration, purity and power in the church in Jesus' Name.
27. Heavenly Father, renew and restore true love, consecration, power, dignity and honour in my home, in Jesus' Name. -Ecclesiastes 4:9–12; Ephesians 5:33, 6:1-3.
28. My Father and my God, give me the patience, faith and grace to wait on You without losing hope, trusting Your perfect timing, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:31; Psalm 27:14; Lamentations 3:25–26.
29. Lord, strengthen me to overcome every obstacle on my way, to run the Christian race without fainting, in Jesus' Name. -Isaiah 40:29-31; Philippians 4:13, Romans 8:37.
30. Heavenly Father, strengthen me to grow in grace, living a life that brings glory and honour to Your name, in Jesus' Name. -2Peter 3:18, Isaiah 40:31; Matthew 5:13-16; Colossians 3:17.
31. Mighty Father, grant me the grace to pursue, overtake and overcome my enemies, in Jesus' Name. -Psalms 18:37, 23:4-6.
32. Give thanks to God for answered prayers. -1John 5:14-15, Isaiah 65:24.
