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Vision. The revelation of the glory of Christ and the blessing of the nations. “For the earth will be filled with the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.” Habakkuk 2:14. Mission.
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Vision • The revelation of the glory of Christ and the • blessing of the nations. • “For the earth will be filled with the glory of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.” • Habakkuk 2:14
Mission • To call Christians from all nations to unite in repentance and prayer, and to collaborate as God’s instruments for the blessing and healing of the nations. • “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 will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin • and will heal their land.” • 2 Chronicles 7:14
Why Are We Gathering? • To seek God and exalt His Son for one reason only, • because He is worthy. • We must keep the main thing the main thing • – which is Jesus. We seek to honour Him today. • He has called us to come before Him • “in all things with prayer and thanksgiving.”
Why Are We Gathering? • We gather as God’s church to worship Him in unity, • seeking His face and interceding for the • transformation of our city. • We seek God for revival, intercede on behalf of our • world, and collaborate for the blessing and • transformation of our cultures. • It is about an ongoing process of making • God’s name great in our cities.
A Call to Repentance • “Who may ascend the hill of the LORD? • Who may stand in his holy place? • He who has clean hands and a pure heart, • who does not lift up his soul to an idol • or swear by what is false. • He will receive blessing from the LORD • and vindication from God his Saviour. • Such is the generation of those who seek him, • who seek your face, O God of Jacob. • Selah” • Psalm 24:3-6
Prayer for Israel • Scripture: • “I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the spirit of grace and of supplications: and they shall look unto Mewhom they have pierced.” • Zechariah 12:10
Prayer for Israel • Prayer Points: • For the drawing of the children of Abraham to the expressed love of the Father through Jesus Christ • For the Body of Christ and the nation of Canada to continue to have courage and commitment to stand with and pray for Israel now and in the daysahead • For the continued prayers for the peaceof Jerusalem
Prayer for the Nations • Scripture: • “All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD, and all the families of the nations will bow down before him. ” • Psalm 22:27
Prayer for the Nations • In obedience to the prompting of the Lord • and His call that we are no longer limited to the local • church but that we stand with our brothers and sisters • around the world with the global church, we are • urging each site to choose to pray for the nation the • Lord has specifically placed on the organizer’s hearts. • When praying the prayer points, or as the Holy Spirit • leads, please keep that nation clear • in your minds and hearts.
Prayer for the Nations • Prayer Points: • That the Glory of the Lord will outshine the darkness of calamity, trials, death and evil which seems to be overtaking the world. • That a Spirit of hope and faith will prevail in the hearts of Believers throughout the earth as they continue to press in to kindness, righteousness, justice and mercy. • That the Church would not grow weary in well-doing but persevere in the purposes of the Father to see His will done on earth as it is in Heaven. • That the truth of the gospel of peace will be manifested throughout the nations of this world.
Prayer for Canada • Scripture: • “On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.” • Revelation 22:2
Prayer for Canada • Prayer Points: • That this nation, with the help of the Holy Spirit and the continued prayers of the Body of Christ, will fulfill its destiny • For a posture of humility and repentance to remain in the hearts of believers throughout this nation both now and in the days to come • For an increased desire to see the gospel preached to all nations whether across the world or across the street • For courage, faith and perseverance to clothe the Church as the days get darker • That Christians would remain salt and light where ever they are
Prayer for the Government • Scripture: • “That requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” • 1 Timothy 2:1, 2
Prayer for the Government • Prayer Points: • For God’s statutes to be revealed to those in positions of authority in the government at the local, provincial and national levels. • For believers to be faithful to pray daily for our Prime Minister, Premier, MPs, MPPs, Senators, Judges, Lawyers, Councilors, Police, Fire and 911 Personnel and their families. • For these men and women to come to a saving knowledge of the truth which pleases God.
Prayer for the Next Generation • Scripture: • “As for me and my household, we will serve the LORD.” • Joshua 24:15
Prayer for the Next Generation • Scripture: • “From everlasting to everlasting the LORD’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children — with those who keep His covenant and remember to obey His precepts.” • Psalm 103:17, 18
Prayer for the Next Generation • Prayer Points: • For the heart of the next generation to remain strong and faithful to the truths of the Word of God. • For the Holy Spirit to guide and counsel these young men, women and children - drawing them to a place of separation and holiness in their Christian walk. • That they may grow in wisdom, stature and favorwith God and man all the days of their lives. • For the household of God to be faithful to pray with unconditional love for all prodigals of all ages. That we, the Body of Christ would have the heart of the Father looking for their return.
Prayer for Transformation • Scripture: • “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” • 1 Peter 2:9
Prayer for Transformation • Prayer Points: • That every person, as a disciple, in their area of influence, gifts and talents, be engaged in the process of Kingdom transformation. • That man or woman, young or old, embrace a deep revelation in their hearts that God has a destiny for them to fulfill for such a time as this. • That their own hunger and thirst for righteousness and intimacy with the Father will bear fruit that will last.
Prayer for Transformation • Prayer Points: • That families, businesses, schools, governments, media, the arts and entertainment will be strengthened in wisdom, grow in virtue and convey kingdom values as the gospel of peace is lived out daily in Christian’s lives. • That prayer would overtake our churches and society as we prepare for the harvest.
Prayer for the World Almighty God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit, We gather with believers all over the world, to glorify You as Creator of heaven and earth. You alone are holy and righteous. We submit to Your authority. We praise and adore You alone.
Prayer for the World • Congregation: • Father, we honour You • Lord Jesus Christ, we honour You • Holy Spirit, we honour You.
Prayer for the World Our Father in heaven, Thank You for loving the world so much that You gave Your only Son, Jesus Christ,to die on the cross for our sinsso that we could be reconciled to You. Fill us with your love as we faithfully intercede for the lost, the hopeless, the helpless and the world.
Prayer for the World Congregation: Thank you Father, for adopting us into Your family.
Prayer for the World Lord Jesus Christ, You died on the cross and redeemed us to the Father by Your blood. You are Head of the Church and Lord of all heaven and earth. Let Your kingdom be established in every nation of the world.
Prayer for the World Bring transformation among peoples of all tribes and languages so that righteousness and justice will prevail. May Your name be great, from the rising of the sun to its setting.
Prayer for the World Congregation: Jesus Christ, You are Lord of all.
Prayer for the World Father of mercy and grace, We have sinned. Our world is gripped by the power of sin. Our hearts are grieved by injustice, hatred and violence, We are shamed by oppression, racism and bloodshed in our land. We mourn all loss of life in murder, war and terrorism.
Prayer for the World Our homes are broken and our churches are divided by rebellion and pride. Our lives are polluted by selfishness, greed, idolatry and sexual sin.
Prayer for the World Congregation: God of mercy, forgive our sins. Pour out Your grace and heal our land.
Prayer for the World Spirit of the living God, Transform Your church into the image of Jesus Christ. Release Your power to bring healing to the sick, freedom to the oppressed and comfort to those who mourn.
Prayer for the World Fill us with compassion for the homeless and the hungry for orphans, widows and the elderly. Give us wisdom and insight for our world’s problemsto use the resources of the earth for the well-being of all.
Prayer for the World Congregation: Holy Spirit, guide us and lead us.
Prayer for the World Lord Jesus Christ, You destroyed sin, conquered death and defeated Satan. Remove the veil of darkness that covers the peoples. Restrain the evil that promotes violence and death.
Prayer for the World Deliver us from demonic oppression. Break the hold of slavery, tyranny and disease. Help us tear down strongholds and ideologies that resist the knowledge of God.
Prayer for the World Congregation: Almighty God, deliver us from evil.
Prayer for the World King of Glory, Come and finish Your work in our cities, our peoples and our nations. From all continents and islands we cry:
Prayer for the World Congregation: Lift up your heads, O you gates! Be lifted up ancient doors so that the King of Glory may come in!
Prayer for the World Come fill the earth with the knowledge of Your glory as the waters cover the sea. The Spirit and the Bride say:
Prayer for the World Congregation: Amen! Come Lord Jesus!
90 Days of Blessing Scripture: “Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted.” Proverbs 11:11a “The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed.” Romans 8:19
90 Days of Blessing This year the Lord has laid on our hearts the desire to see our neighbourhoods, schools, businesses and churches changed through the power of prayers of blessings. We are encouraging every believer to “adopt their streets” using the guidelines of Luke 10:5-9. It is no small thing that the Lord has given us to do. It costs us nothing except time and commitment. As you follow the prompting of the Holy Spirit to pray, then register online through missiongta.com and make your mark for the city!