Introduction: Faith to Pray –
For the next 8 days, our prayer focus is learning to pray in faith. Scripture tells us in Hebrews 11:1, “Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen.” We are also told in Hebrews 11: 6 that “Now without faith it is impossible to please God, since the one who draws near to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” As we begin this week of prayer let’s start by asking God to increase our faith in Him, His word, and the power of prayer!
“Keeping our eyes on Jesus, the source and perfecter of our faith. For the joy that lay before him, he endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:2
Prayer:
Jesus, thank you that you give me faith and you perfect my faith. Help me to fix my eyes on you, especially when I have doubts, discouragement, and temptations. Remind me of what you did at the Cross to save me and give me victory over sin, darkness, and death. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Ask God to speak to your heart and bring into the light any hidden fears, doubts, or any other thoughts that are standing in opposition to your faith. Once God reveals these things to you, pray the following prayer:
Lord, I surrender my fears, doubts, and lies I’ve believed to you. I lay them down before you and ask that you release me from them. I choose to believe that you are for me, with me, and that you are above all things. I put my trust in you and worship you as King of Kings and Lord of Lords. In Jesus’ name, amen.
40 Days of Prayer 