Praying in the Kingdom

2 Chronicles 7:14

¹⁴ if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.

Thy Kingdom Come

We continue to pray for God’s Kingdom to come in Glasgow.  We continue pray for those who have recently become Christians.  We pray that God will guide them, and empower them through and by His Spirit.

We pray that Glasgow will be won for the kingdom through the preaching of the word and the praising of His name.  We pray that Glasgow does flourish, but through the blessings of God rather than the endeavours of men.

We pray that God will raise up leaders in the Church in Glasgow who will speak boldly, and prophetically into the Church and the City.  We pray that Christians in the City will be filled with a Holy courage to speak out against injustice and poverty.

We pray for more.  We pray that we will see the power of Salvation in the City. 

We pray that there is a real and tangible moving of the Spirit in our City. 

We claim that God’s Kingdom will Come.

We pray that souls will be won for the Kingdom, and that we will rejoice with the angels as men and women, boys and girls turn to God as their saviour.

We pray for protection over the Christians of the City as they speak out in boldness, and step out in faith for the sake of the Gospel.  We claim the victory that is ours in the name of Jesus.

We pray that God will sweep through our City, and shine brightly in the darkest of places.  We pray that Christians will not be afraid to go to the darkest places and take the light of God with them.

We pray for forgiveness for not always being and doing what God has directed us to.  We pray for a renewed vision.  We pray for a fresh outpouring of the Spirit. 

We pray for more.

Peace

We simply pray for the peace of God that passes all understanding to descend on our City, the Church and in our hearts.

The Word

We pray that God’s word becomes a reality for our City, and that Justice and Mercy will be evident in all areas of our society.

We pray that Christians in Glasgow will be God colours in their communities.

We pray that the churches will light in their communities.

Matthew 5:13-16 (MSG)

^14-16"Here's another way to put it: You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don't think I'm going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I'm putting you on a light stand. Now that I've put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.

Other requests from previous weeks:

Each week we continue to pray for topics that we prayed for previously.  We won’t always list all the details, but rather just give you the headings to allow you to pray into these situations as God leads, and if you need to you can refer to previous weeks guides.

Olympics

A living wage

Community

Church Leaders

Glasgow

Debt & Wealth

Elderly & Vulnerable

Families

Young People

Trafficking, refugees and Asylum seekers

Churches

Other prayer requests from around the city and the world:

We give thanks to God for answered prayer! 

We give thanks for the support that we as Christians have in fellowship with other Christians.

We pray for the community of Anderston, particularly that the people of the community will feel safe.

We pray for families as the schools break up for the Summer.  We pray that they can find things to do which are not costly, and that young people will be able to find things to do that will not get them into trouble.  We pray for their safety.

We pray for families who will have to provide lunch for their children, where they are usually in receipt of free school meals.  We pray that this extra expense will not cause hardship.  We pray that Christians will be able to help in practical ways, and that we will see the miracle of God’s provision again in these situations.

We pray that God will change our society from one in which wealth and fame mean more than honesty and care for one’s neighbour.

We pray for the ministers and leaders in our churches in Glasgow. We pray that any lethargy and lack of focus or vision will be bound in the name of Jesus and the Spirit of God will descend on and in them in new and amazing ways.

We pray that God will work to bring about change in the mindset of children and young people that they may be caring towards others, old, young and animals.

We pray for the Anderston Youth Café as it ends at the end of June, that those running it will find ways in which young people may be able to work with the elderly and be involved in a community project during next session.

We pray for Avril and John as Chelsea goes on to Secondary School.

We pray for all children making the transition from Primary to Secondary school.

We pray for marriage and families in Glasgow.  We pray for the government as the conclude their consultation on redefining marriage.  We pray for courage and boldness for MP’s to make the right choices in line with Your will.  We pray for the response of the Church that we will show grace, love and acceptance of all.

We pray for the Tron church.  We pray your peace and love, and the power of your Spirit on them in these days.

We pray for the Church of Scotland, that you will guide them and reveal yourself to them in these days.

We pray for Stephen Crothers, that you will bless him, guide him and protect him. 

We pray for all new Christians, that they will be protected from the “slings and arrows” of the evil one. 

We boldly pray for more souls to be saved, and that more will come to know the love of God and that they will recognise their need for Christ as their Saviour.

We pray for those who have recently changed their lifestyle, e.g. from drugs and prostitution, that they may have Christian influences in their lives.

We continue to pray for the influence of The Salvation Army in Anderston.

We pray for Jean and her family.

We pray against the influence of astrology, tarot readings and psychics.  We pray that the power of the Spirit will overcome this darkness.  Please pray for Godly and spiritual conversations for some in our community that are engaging in these practices.  Pray that they will put their hope in Christ, rather than the false hope of these other things.

We pray for families going through times of stress.

For students who are reaching the end of their courses, anxious about grades and what comes next.

We pray for the Masih family.

We pray for Sonita’s sister Nila who is suffering from arthritis.

We pray for Graeme, that you would surround him with your love.

We pray for Jonathan, Jess & Michael.

We pray for the new build of The Salvation Army in Glasgow City Centre, that we have faith in God for His provision of the finances for this.  We pray for those who have to make decisions about this, that Gods will be done.

We pray for David Sutton & family.

For the staff and pupils of Anderston Primary School, St Patricks Primary School, Sandyford Day Nursery & Cranstonhill Nursery School.

Lord, there are many hurting people across our city and the world.  May you fill them with your love, show compassion, give peace and bring comfort in their time of need.