Praying the Promises of God
Praying God’s Word is one of the most powerful acts a human being can initiate. When you activate the principle of prayer along with the promises of God, their is a synergistic power that is released in your life.
Knowing that 2010 will bring us great surprises and opportunities, our faith must be secure in who God is, and who He promises to be in our lives. Here a great scripture to apply to your prayer life this year. It is taken from Psalm 23 and outlines the seven characteristics of God, derived from the Hebrew names of God. Try if for a week, and see if you aren’t encouraged with a fresh perspective for 2010:
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Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord is my Shepherd…” -
Prayer -”Lord you are Jehovah Rohi, MY Shepherd, the one who cares and protects me in all that I face. Thank you for loving me and caring for me.”
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Psalm 23:1 – “I shall not want…”
Prayer – “Lord, you are Jehovah Jireh, MY Provider and you will supply my every need according to your riches and glory. I will trust in you to take care of my needs.”
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Psalm 23:2 – “He makes me lie down in green pastures…”
Prayer – “You are Jehovah-Shalom, MY Peace and you will give me the peace that passes all my human understanding and reasoning, despite what I see or feel.”
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Psalm 23:3 – “He restores my soul…”
Prayer – “You are Jehovah-Rapha, MY Healer, and you will restore my body, soul and spirit and make me complete in you. I believe this year to be replenished in You.”
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Psalm 23:3 – “He guides me in the path of righteousness…”
Prayer – “You youre Jehovah-Tsidkenu, MY Righteousness and you will guide me to do what is right in your sight in all that I do. Let me live a live of purity and integrity this year.”
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Pslam 23:4 – “Though I walk through the valley of shadow of death… you are with me…”
Prayer – “You are Jehovah-Shammah, MY Presence and I thank you that you are always with me and will never leave or forsake me. Whether I feel you, or not, I know you are by my side.”
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Psalm 23:5 – “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies…”
Prayer – You are Jehovah-Nissi, MY Defender, and you will alway protect me from the evil one. Lord build hedge around me today.”
