7 Prayers That Work

Lord Jesus, You are great and mighty. You use ordinary people to accomplish your incredible work. I'm not sure why. But thank you for the opportunity to go to a mission field this next week to meet people you love and died for, to share the gospel you created, to live like you for a few short days-- Giving myself to something greater than me. Thinking of other people's needs instead of mine own. Talking about what really matters--You. Feeling uncomfortable in order to make someone else feel like they belong. This is your mission. And you call us to it every day. And Saturday, I'm going to answer it. (Click here to read "Why I leave my heart in other countries.") Oh, why don't I answer it every day, all day? Why don't I ache for the people of the world who don't know you and actually disrupt my life to reach them? I ask for your blessing and protection over my trip, yes. But mostly, I'm thinking I just want more of you. ...

Lord, You know I'm leaving on a mission trip in a few days. I'm a bit of a lunatic right now-- so much to do, and so many concerns. I know you'll give me enough time and energy to do it. I know I need to focus on prayer and preparation of my heart. I know it's about you, not me. Help me. And go before me. I pray your Spirit to hover over our destination, to stir hearts and longings to know you. I ask that your angels wage war in the spirit realm, binding the enemy who enslaves and robs and lies to these dear people. In Jesus' name, open up the heavens and pour out your Spirit on this country and on my team. Fill us and use us and change us, O God, according to your will and your purpose. May our insecurity, pride, and fear not stand in the way of your work. Overwhelm us with your love and power. Transform us. Transform these people. May they bind the devil in Jesus' name. I pray all these things in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen...