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Showing posts with label Lift Off! - Missions Minded (2017). Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lift Off! - Missions Minded (2017). Show all posts

Thursday, January 19, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 01

  Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 3:47 PM    

Day 01 - Make Disciples

Acts 14:21-23
After they had preached the gospel to that city and had made many disciples, they returned to Lystra and to Iconium and to Antioch, strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, "Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God."

Our work in missions isn't finished when we see people converted and saved in faith. Discipleship must also be on our hearts as we pray. Lift up those that are being saved through Christ to continue following God's will for them. Pray that the church/ministry would be able to care for these souls to grow in Christlikeness each day. And pray that these new converts would also share with others their own testimony of faith and the Gospel message.


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Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 02

  Wednesday, January 18, 2017 at 4:44 PM    

Day 02 - Christlike Humility

Acts 14:11-12
When the crowds saw what Paul had done, they raised their voice, saying in the Lycaonian language, "The gods have become like men and have come down to us." And they began calling Barnabas, Zeus, and Paul, Hermes, because he was the chief speaker. 

It's very easy to see success and be proud at what has been accomplished while being on the missions field. Pray that you would know that whatever work God does through you, He gets all the glory. As God uses and grows you, pray that these great things would not cause you to balloon with pride--but instead, to remain humble in the grace God is providing in you. Pray for a reminder to be humble as you consider missions, so that while on the field, you don't focus on your own great deeds, but in the God-given ability and humility that resembles Christ. Pray also for a mindset on the works of God and provision that only comes from the Heavenly Father to be an instrument for Him alone.


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Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 03

  Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at 9:17 AM    

Day 03 - Grace Instead of Slander

Acts 14:2-3
But the Jews who disbelieved stirred up the minds of the Gentiles and embittered them against the brethren. Therefore they spent a long time there speaking boldly with reliance upon the Lord, who was testifying to the word of His grace, granting that signs and wonders be done by their hands. 

 Words are so powerful--especially on the missions field. There are opportunities to speak with grace or slander from those who stir persecution. Pray for hearts that are gracious and words that are beneficial rather than detrimental. In the midst of fear, hatred, or misunderstanding, it's so easy to place blame and attack. But let's pray for peaceful hearts, giving grace to those who may be against us. Today, at home, you may have those who speak out against you, who harm you, and tear you down. Pray for an attitude of forgiveness and clarity to be built within you.

1 Peter 3:8-9
To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.

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Monday, January 16, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 04

  Monday, January 16, 2017 at 9:59 AM    

Day 04 - Joy in Suffering

Acts 14:1-2
In Iconium they entered the synagogue of the Jews together, and spoke in such a manner that a large number of people believed, both of Jews and of Greeks. But the Jews who disbelieved stirred up the minds of the Gentiles and embittered them against the brethren. 

In missions, forms of suffering can come from many different places and people. Pray for joy in the midst of these difficulties experienced on the field, but also right now at home. We may be in the midst of suffering right now--pray that joy would come from drawing close to God. And whether He carries us out of the trouble now or later, that we continue to rely on Him. Pray for intimacy with Christ, so that no matter what external pressures pull us in various directions, you remain steadfast in the joy of salvation. Pray that this type of joy would be shared through you as you consider missions.


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Sunday, January 15, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 05

  Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 1:53 PM    

Day 05 - A Clear Gospel

Acts 13:29-32
When they had carried out all that was written concerning Him, they took Him down from the cross and laid Him in a tomb. But God raised Him from the dead; and for many days He appeared to those who came up with Him from Galilee to Jerusalem, the very ones who are now His witnesses to the people. And we preach to you the good news of the promise made to the fathers,

 "By grace, [we] would clearly communicate the character of God, the sinfulness of man, the sufficiency of Christ, the necessity of faith, and the urgency of eternity." (David Platt) A clearly communicated Gospel message begins with knowing the Gospel message first. Pray that we would know the message of Christ's life--not only in speaking it, but believing in it. Pray that you would be a proclaimer of God's good news in speech and action. That the loving actions today, make a difference for future opportunities to present the Gospel as an example of Christ. Pray that you would be the best representation of His loving message daily.


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Saturday, January 14, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 06

  Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 10:47 AM    

Day 06 - Favor with Unbelievers

Acts 13:14-15
But going on from Perga, they arrived at Pisidian Antioch, and on the Sabbath day they went into the synagogue and sat down. After the reading of the Law and the Prophets the synagogue officials sent to them, saying, "Brethren, if you have any word of exhortation for the people, say it."

 A respectful relationship with unbelievers is a key witness for the Gospel to be readily and easily preached. Pray for connections with those that don't know Christ yet, so that when the opportunity comes, you can be ready to preach the Gospel. Pray for open hearts and minds to who God may be leading us to befriend and let us be courageous to connect with them no matter how different they may be to us. These special relationships may play a key part in presenting the story of God's sacrificial love to them sometime soon.


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Friday, January 13, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 07

  Friday, January 13, 2017 at 9:42 AM    

Day 07 - Peace with Other Believers

Acts 13:13
Now Paul and his companions put out to sea from Paphos and came to Perga in Pamphylia; but John left them and returned to Jerusalem.

 Satan attacks from all angles, both inside and outside. Pray for peace within families, in marriages, with children, and with companions and ministry partners.  -David Platt

 How can we bless those who don't believe if we don't get along with others who do believe? Pray for God's peace to fall on you for yourself and those you are connected with. Pray and practice reconciliation if there is need to rebuild relationships around you. Be bold in naming specific names, details, and events in which you (or others) need to surrender to God. Rely on His timing and purposes to bring about reconnection so that you can love whole-heartedly amongst others. His love is perfect, so pray that you might learn more about God's love in your own life before sharing that same love to others.

1 John 4:20-21
If someone says, "I love God," and hates his brother, he is a liar; for the one who does not love his brother whom he has seen, cannot love God whom he has not seen. And this commandment we have from Him, that the one who loves God should love his brother also.

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Thursday, January 12, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 08

  Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 5:36 PM    

Day 08 - Success in Gospel Witness

Acts 13:11-12
"Now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you will be blind and not see the sun for a time." And immediately a mist and a darkness fell upon him, and he went about seeking those who would lead him by the hand. Then the proconsul believed when he saw what had happened, being amazed at the teaching of the Lord.

"Pray that many would come to know Christ in all walks of life from the faithful witness" (David Platt). Praying in belief that the work of the Gospel will bring people to Christ is a great attitude to have. Not that we focus and are measured by these results, but putting our trust in the work of Christ to save, should be our aim. Pray that we seek, hope, and trust in God's ability to save, and that we pray for those who hear to believe. Pray for open and available hearts, that many who hear would surrender their hearts to God.


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Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 09

  Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 5:20 PM    

Day 09 - Filled with the Holy Spirit

Acts 13:6-9
When they had gone through the whole island as far as Paphos, they found a magician, a Jewish false prophet whose name was Bar-Jesus, who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, a man of intelligence. This man summoned Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the word of God. But Elymas the magician (for so his name is translated) was opposing them, seeking to turn the proconsul away from the faith. But Saul, who was also known as Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, fixed his gaze on him...

 Believers already have the Holy Spirit in them, but at times the Spirit fills someone in a special way to enable him or her to proclaim God’s Word.
-David Platt

In preparing for missions, the work of the Holy Spirit is crucial to lead and guide us personally first. The counsel of God's Spirit will truly move us to do and act in God's will, so praying for it's filling will help reveal God's heart and vision for us. Pray for His leading, so that we know God's perfect place for us--not just for missions work, but also personally as we follow the Spirit each day. Ask for boldness and courage to be able to proclaim God's Word not just for missions work abroad, but for personal guidance and counsel to those close to us.


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Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded - Day 10

  Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 9:14 PM    

Day 10 - Confidence in God's Word

Acts 13:4-5
So, being sent out by the Holy Spirit, they went down to Seleucia and from there they sailed to Cyprus. When they reached Salamis, they began to proclaim the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews; and they also had John as their helper.

Missionaries are sent not just to learn culture or do humanitarian relief but to confidently proclaim the Word of God.  
-David Platt

As we think about missions, we often pray for safety as we travel, that we would know the culture we're about to venture into. But most importantly--and primarily--let us pray that God's Word would permeate us and be that message to the people being ministered to. It's so easy to think about the external work and ministry on the ground. But first and foremost, let us look to God's Word to be known within us before we venture out and consider where God may lead us.

Take a moment to pray as the Psalmist prayed in chapter 119:4-6:
[God,] You have ordained Your precepts,
That we should keep them diligently.
Oh that my ways may be established
To keep Your statutes!
Then I shall not be ashamed
When I look upon all Your commandments.

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Monday, January 9, 2017

Lift Off! Missions Minded

  Monday, January 9, 2017 at 6:30 PM    

(Oops, sorry for not starting yesterday, don't worry, the countdown starts tomorrow!)

Thinking of missions this year? Want to know how to prepare yourself? Or just want to pray with a missions mind? Join us for the next 10 days of Lift Off! to pray with a mind for missions. We’ll pray through aspects to prepare yourself--and whether you’re going on missions or not, this will help set your mind on what matters spiritually. Take the next 10 days with these 10 aspects for 10 minutes each day. Let’s pray and see how God leads and how He speaks! We launch tomorrow!

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