Theme: Celebrating our Independence and Praying for the Future of the Nation
Scriptures:
[Numbers 6:25]
the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;
[Isaiah 62:1-4]
For Zion's sake I will not keep silent,
for Jerusalem's sake I will not remain quiet,
till her righteousness shies out like the dawn,
her salvation like a blazing torch.
The nations will see your righteousness,
and all kings your glory;
you will be called by a new name
that the mouth of the LORD will bestow.
You will be a crown of splendor in the LORD's hand,
a royal diadem in the hand of your God.
No longer will they call you Deserted,
or name your land Desolate.
But you will be called Hephzibah,
and your land Beulah;
for the LORD will take delight in you,
and your land will be married.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Praise God for 52 years of independence, peace and harmony. May God's favour be continually upon us that we will continue to dwell in peace and safety
2. Pray that the future of this nation will be built upon justice, righteousness, fairness and integrity. O Lord, make the Church a blessing to this nation!
3. Uphold the national prayer rally tonight at FGA KL, for the speaker and God's presence to be manifested
Personals:
O man, I can't believe it's the last day of the 40 days of prayer for our nation. And tomorrow will be our Merdeka Day! I don't really fancy such celebration and had never been part of the events and activities, but I do acknowledge the fact that we've been an integrated nation for 52 years already and pray to God for His blessing to be poured out on this land that we would continue to enjoy peace and harmony. I pray that the future of this nation would be a glorious one, one that we would be proud with, and manifestation of the Holy Spirit will continue to take place, and more souls be saved and healed. Let there be passion in the people's heart LORD, and we love, we could conquer all darkness and evil. In Jesus Name' AMEN!
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Day 39
Theme: All Christian as Watchmen
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 62:6-7]
I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem;
they will never be silent day or night.
You who call on the LORD,
give yourselves no rest,
and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem
and makes her the praise of the earth.
[Amos 9:13]
"The days are coming," declares the LORD,
"when the reaper will be overtaken by the plowman
and the planter by the one treading grapes.
New wine will drip from the mountains
and flow from all the hills.
Prayer Subjects:
1. All Christians to be awakened and take up the roles as watchmen over the nation
2. Plead for a spirit of intercession and supplication to come upon every believer to pray for the revival of this nation
3.God to raise up labourers, sowers and reapers for the coming wave of revival and national harvest
Personals:
"The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few" [Luke 10:2], as Christians we have got to equip ourselves well for the return of Jesus Christ our LORD and savior. We must ensure that we ourselves as citizens of Malaysia would play a role to safeguard the country God granted us with. So come on people, let's pray hard. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 62:6-7]
I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem;
they will never be silent day or night.
You who call on the LORD,
give yourselves no rest,
and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem
and makes her the praise of the earth.
[Amos 9:13]
"The days are coming," declares the LORD,
"when the reaper will be overtaken by the plowman
and the planter by the one treading grapes.
New wine will drip from the mountains
and flow from all the hills.
Prayer Subjects:
1. All Christians to be awakened and take up the roles as watchmen over the nation
2. Plead for a spirit of intercession and supplication to come upon every believer to pray for the revival of this nation
3.God to raise up labourers, sowers and reapers for the coming wave of revival and national harvest
Personals:
"The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few" [Luke 10:2], as Christians we have got to equip ourselves well for the return of Jesus Christ our LORD and savior. We must ensure that we ourselves as citizens of Malaysia would play a role to safeguard the country God granted us with. So come on people, let's pray hard. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Day 37
Theme: Government to Preserve the Nation as a Secular State
Scripture:
[Psalms 2:8]
Ask of me,
and I will make the nations your inheritance,
the ends of the earth your possession.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Government will give itself totally over to the service and benefit of the Rakyat (citizen) and aspire to bring progress for all as its all surpassing mission
2. Our fundamental rights and liberties as a pluralist-civil society may remain in place
3. Extremist elements will not change and transform this nation as a secular state
(*A pluralist is basically someone who oppose a definite interpretation , and a secular state simply means that we are neutral in matters of religion.)
Personals:
O Father LORD, I pray that the government of our nation would consider the well-being of the people above anything else, especially their pockets. I want to thank you LORD for the freedom we have to worship You, our one and only Abba, and pray that no one would ever deprive us from this right. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scripture:
[Psalms 2:8]
Ask of me,
and I will make the nations your inheritance,
the ends of the earth your possession.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Government will give itself totally over to the service and benefit of the Rakyat (citizen) and aspire to bring progress for all as its all surpassing mission
2. Our fundamental rights and liberties as a pluralist-civil society may remain in place
3. Extremist elements will not change and transform this nation as a secular state
(*A pluralist is basically someone who oppose a definite interpretation , and a secular state simply means that we are neutral in matters of religion.)
Personals:
O Father LORD, I pray that the government of our nation would consider the well-being of the people above anything else, especially their pockets. I want to thank you LORD for the freedom we have to worship You, our one and only Abba, and pray that no one would ever deprive us from this right. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Day 36
Theme: A Just and Effective Education System
Scripture:
[Proverbs 22:6]
Train a child in the way he should go,
and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Prayer Subjects:
1. For truth and excellence to be restored to our education system that all learning curriculum and syllabus shall be wholesome and educational
2. Against unhealthy elements and unjust policies in our education institution that divide the races and sow seeds of discord, hatred, suspicion and distrust among our students
3. Greater racial unity to be fostered among the students, educators, and administrators in these educational institutions
4. God to raise up Christians to enter the education field and infuse it with godly, fair and righteous values
Personals:
Growing-up in Independent Chinese Medium School, I face less conflict with races, cause there are only a handful of Malays, and Indians in our school. Personally however, I love mixing up with people from different race, as long as they are nice. I quote people for who they are, and not what color their skin is. Nevertheless, I still want to pray for racial issues in our nation would submerse into a black hole, and that it never rise again. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scripture:
[Proverbs 22:6]
Train a child in the way he should go,
and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Prayer Subjects:
1. For truth and excellence to be restored to our education system that all learning curriculum and syllabus shall be wholesome and educational
2. Against unhealthy elements and unjust policies in our education institution that divide the races and sow seeds of discord, hatred, suspicion and distrust among our students
3. Greater racial unity to be fostered among the students, educators, and administrators in these educational institutions
4. God to raise up Christians to enter the education field and infuse it with godly, fair and righteous values
Personals:
Growing-up in Independent Chinese Medium School, I face less conflict with races, cause there are only a handful of Malays, and Indians in our school. Personally however, I love mixing up with people from different race, as long as they are nice. I quote people for who they are, and not what color their skin is. Nevertheless, I still want to pray for racial issues in our nation would submerse into a black hole, and that it never rise again. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Day 35
Theme: Care for Extended Family
Scriptures:
[Deuteronomy 5:16]
"Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you."
[1 Timothy 5:3-4]
Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Ask for forgiveness if we have not honoured and loved our elderly parents or relatives
2.For God's love to touch the many who are aged and are living without care from their loved ones
3.For all Christian families who care for the elderly and aged that they will model and showcase a loving, caring and compassionate community
4. More Christian homes to care for the elderly and sick to be established
Personals:
Deep down my heart I seriously acknowledge that my compassion and love for my relatives and grandparents just don't exist. I repent, LORD for the lack of love instilled in me. Father LORD, blessed those who are abandoned intentionally or unintentionally by their loved ones, and may the Christian families around lend a hand in rebuilding their broken hearts. I pray LORD, that your people will establish homes to cater for the elderly and sick and that Your blessing be upon them. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Deuteronomy 5:16]
"Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you."
[1 Timothy 5:3-4]
Give proper recognition to those widows who are really in need. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, these should learn first of all to put their religion into practice by caring for their own family and so repaying their parents and grandparents, for this is pleasing to God.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Ask for forgiveness if we have not honoured and loved our elderly parents or relatives
2.For God's love to touch the many who are aged and are living without care from their loved ones
3.For all Christian families who care for the elderly and aged that they will model and showcase a loving, caring and compassionate community
4. More Christian homes to care for the elderly and sick to be established
Personals:
Deep down my heart I seriously acknowledge that my compassion and love for my relatives and grandparents just don't exist. I repent, LORD for the lack of love instilled in me. Father LORD, blessed those who are abandoned intentionally or unintentionally by their loved ones, and may the Christian families around lend a hand in rebuilding their broken hearts. I pray LORD, that your people will establish homes to cater for the elderly and sick and that Your blessing be upon them. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Day 34
Theme: The Family and Household as the Foundation for a Healthy Nation
Scriptures:
[Genesis 12:3b]
and all people on earth
will be blessed through you.
[Colossians 3:18-21]
Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.
Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.
Children, obey your parent sin everything, for this pleases the Lord.
Fathers, do not embitter your children, our they will become discouraged.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Families to align their lives with godly values and principles and for family altars to be established
2. Christian families to seek to be a positive influence wherever they are - work, play, school or home - thereby being role models to society
3. Raising up Christian families to be a prayer force to change the destiny of families and nation and beyond
4. The Holy spirit to empower parents to be fathers and mothers to their children and for healing and reconciliation between parents and children
Personals:
O Father Lord, I pray that families that are facing hardship in their relationship with each other will be released from the complication and reconcile with each other. I also pray that families will place their basis on the godly values and principles so that it will turn out to be good. Christian families are obliged to act as role models towards the unsaved once in all perspective that we may shine for Him. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Genesis 12:3b]
and all people on earth
will be blessed through you.
[Colossians 3:18-21]
Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.
Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.
Children, obey your parent sin everything, for this pleases the Lord.
Fathers, do not embitter your children, our they will become discouraged.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Families to align their lives with godly values and principles and for family altars to be established
2. Christian families to seek to be a positive influence wherever they are - work, play, school or home - thereby being role models to society
3. Raising up Christian families to be a prayer force to change the destiny of families and nation and beyond
4. The Holy spirit to empower parents to be fathers and mothers to their children and for healing and reconciliation between parents and children
Personals:
O Father Lord, I pray that families that are facing hardship in their relationship with each other will be released from the complication and reconcile with each other. I also pray that families will place their basis on the godly values and principles so that it will turn out to be good. Christian families are obliged to act as role models towards the unsaved once in all perspective that we may shine for Him. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Day 33
Theme: Christians as Good Moral Citizens
Scriptures:
[Titus 2:6-8]
Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled. IN everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.
[2 Timothy 2:22]
Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Christians to be vigilant (cautious) and to live exemplary lives in our society community and so let God's light shine through us
2. Authorities may have the wisdom and will to arrest social problems and CLEAN UP SOCIETY from all moral and social decay such as drug/ ecstasy (high) pill addiction/ trafficking, pornography
3. The youth and younger generation will imbibe godly and kingdom values and reject worldly influences of moral and social decay
Personals:
It is obvious that the generations to come are the hope of the future, I just pray that God will instill a compassionate and righteous heart that they may obey Your commands and live examplary lives. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Titus 2:6-8]
Similarly, encourage the young men to be self-controlled. IN everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.
[2 Timothy 2:22]
Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Christians to be vigilant (cautious) and to live exemplary lives in our society community and so let God's light shine through us
2. Authorities may have the wisdom and will to arrest social problems and CLEAN UP SOCIETY from all moral and social decay such as drug/ ecstasy (high) pill addiction/ trafficking, pornography
3. The youth and younger generation will imbibe godly and kingdom values and reject worldly influences of moral and social decay
Personals:
It is obvious that the generations to come are the hope of the future, I just pray that God will instill a compassionate and righteous heart that they may obey Your commands and live examplary lives. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Day 32
Theme: Restoring Justice and Equity
Scriptures:
[Psalms 89:14-18]
Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
love and faithfulness go before you.
Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you,
who walk in the light of your presence, O LORD.
They rejoice in your name all day long;
they exult in your righteousness.
For you are their glory and strength,
and by your favor you exalt our horn.
Indeed, our shield belongs to the LORD,
our king to the Holy One of Israel.
Once you spoke in a vision,
to your faithful people you said:
"I have bestowed strength on a warrior;
I have exalted a young man from among the people."
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord's presence to sweep through the land: that the Holy Spirit may really purge this nation of the ills and evils of corruption
2. Against nepotism (favoritism) and cronyism ( to give authority based on relationship but not capabilities), restoring justice, equity and righteousness
3. That the wealth and economic benefits will filter down to all people
Personals:
I decided to come out with this blog earlier than expected for that I will not be able to post this due to my participation in 30 hour famine 4 hours from now! Well, praying for the guidance of the spirit to be with me, to be able to gain awareness for the helpless, restless, and hopeless people out there.
Citizens of Malaysia should acknowledge the fact that we are really fortunate to be blessed, and should be contented. Why would we give way to unrighteousness to kick in while we are capable of living a life of righteousness. Don't wait for the Lord to pour out His wrath on us, for it will be too late.
Scriptures:
[Psalms 89:14-18]
Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
love and faithfulness go before you.
Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you,
who walk in the light of your presence, O LORD.
They rejoice in your name all day long;
they exult in your righteousness.
For you are their glory and strength,
and by your favor you exalt our horn.
Indeed, our shield belongs to the LORD,
our king to the Holy One of Israel.
Once you spoke in a vision,
to your faithful people you said:
"I have bestowed strength on a warrior;
I have exalted a young man from among the people."
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord's presence to sweep through the land: that the Holy Spirit may really purge this nation of the ills and evils of corruption
2. Against nepotism (favoritism) and cronyism ( to give authority based on relationship but not capabilities), restoring justice, equity and righteousness
3. That the wealth and economic benefits will filter down to all people
Personals:
I decided to come out with this blog earlier than expected for that I will not be able to post this due to my participation in 30 hour famine 4 hours from now! Well, praying for the guidance of the spirit to be with me, to be able to gain awareness for the helpless, restless, and hopeless people out there.
Citizens of Malaysia should acknowledge the fact that we are really fortunate to be blessed, and should be contented. Why would we give way to unrighteousness to kick in while we are capable of living a life of righteousness. Don't wait for the Lord to pour out His wrath on us, for it will be too late.
Day 31
Theme: Christian Businessmen Upholding Integrity and Righteousness
Scriptures:
[Psalms 37:23-29]
If the LORD delights in a man's way,
he makes his steps firm;
though he stumble, he will not fall,
for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
I was young and now I am old.
yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken
or their children begging bread.
They are always generous and lend freely;
their children will be blessed.
Turn from evil and do good;
then you will dwell in the land forever.
For the LORD loves the just
and will not forsake his faithful ones.
They will be protected forever,
but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off;
the righteous will inherit the land
and dwell in it forever.
[Isaiah 60:5]
Then you will look and be radiant.
your heart will throb and swell with joy;
the wealth on the seas will be brought to you,
to you the riches of the nations will come.
Prayer Subjects:
1. All Christians to renounce and be free from every trace of greed and corruption
2.Christian businessmen to uphold integrity and righteousness in their dealing and to be His salt and light
3.Christian businessmen to be faithful stewards who release their wealth to evangelism and kingdom building-initiatives
Personals:
Bless Your People in this land O LORD, touch their hearts that they would remember who is their guide and deliverer, that they will not sin against you by greed and corruption. Dealings must be of righteousness and parts of earnings should be catered for His kingdom. For it is His will to use You as a labour of harvest, sing praise for His glory. In Jesus Name' Amen
Scriptures:
[Psalms 37:23-29]
If the LORD delights in a man's way,
he makes his steps firm;
though he stumble, he will not fall,
for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
I was young and now I am old.
yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken
or their children begging bread.
They are always generous and lend freely;
their children will be blessed.
Turn from evil and do good;
then you will dwell in the land forever.
For the LORD loves the just
and will not forsake his faithful ones.
They will be protected forever,
but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off;
the righteous will inherit the land
and dwell in it forever.
[Isaiah 60:5]
Then you will look and be radiant.
your heart will throb and swell with joy;
the wealth on the seas will be brought to you,
to you the riches of the nations will come.
Prayer Subjects:
1. All Christians to renounce and be free from every trace of greed and corruption
2.Christian businessmen to uphold integrity and righteousness in their dealing and to be His salt and light
3.Christian businessmen to be faithful stewards who release their wealth to evangelism and kingdom building-initiatives
Personals:
Bless Your People in this land O LORD, touch their hearts that they would remember who is their guide and deliverer, that they will not sin against you by greed and corruption. Dealings must be of righteousness and parts of earnings should be catered for His kingdom. For it is His will to use You as a labour of harvest, sing praise for His glory. In Jesus Name' Amen
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Day 30
Theme: Enforcement Agencies Against Corruption
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 6:35]
He will not accept any compensation;
he will refuse the bribe, however great it is.
[Psalms 26:11-12]
But I lead a blameless life;
redeem me and be merciful to me.
My feet stand on level ground;
in the great assembly I will praise the LORD.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Continue to expose and to root out every corruption practice in all agencies
2. The enforcement authorities may be truly responsible and carry out their duties without fear or favour
3. Enforcement authorities and citizens may be able to cooperate with each other to stem out corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life
Personals:
In this land of ours, corruption surely is a big issue, and the agencies don't seem to be effective enough to serve even as a pain killer. Reason? The essence of it sums up in prayer subject two, they are not responsible, and even if intended, it somehow turns up that favor or fear towards the higher authorities exist. The "SIKAP TAK APA" of the Malaysian citizens contributed to this pile of shit too, as everyone is bribing, why shouldn't I? So, please LAH! Take a stand and do not let bribary pollute the minds of the younger generation, it affects the economy you know? It's a leakage, and I hope everyone out there is bright enough to understand that.
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 6:35]
He will not accept any compensation;
he will refuse the bribe, however great it is.
[Psalms 26:11-12]
But I lead a blameless life;
redeem me and be merciful to me.
My feet stand on level ground;
in the great assembly I will praise the LORD.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Continue to expose and to root out every corruption practice in all agencies
2. The enforcement authorities may be truly responsible and carry out their duties without fear or favour
3. Enforcement authorities and citizens may be able to cooperate with each other to stem out corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life
Personals:
In this land of ours, corruption surely is a big issue, and the agencies don't seem to be effective enough to serve even as a pain killer. Reason? The essence of it sums up in prayer subject two, they are not responsible, and even if intended, it somehow turns up that favor or fear towards the higher authorities exist. The "SIKAP TAK APA" of the Malaysian citizens contributed to this pile of shit too, as everyone is bribing, why shouldn't I? So, please LAH! Take a stand and do not let bribary pollute the minds of the younger generation, it affects the economy you know? It's a leakage, and I hope everyone out there is bright enough to understand that.
day 29
Theme: Believers to Engage and participate Against Corruption
Scriptures:
[Philippians 2:12-16]
Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed - not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence - continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.
Do everything without complaining or arguing, sot that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life - in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Believers to be blameless and to hold fast to truth and integrity
2. For more Christians to come forward and be involved in efforts to eradicate corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life
3. For Christians who are already involved in this area of work: that the Church may back them up and support their efforts in every way possible
4. That efforts by individuals and organizations to monitor and check on corruption will truly be effective
Personals:
O Father Lord, strengthen Your people in righteousness, that they would never give way to corruption and evil deeds, Christians to involve in the efforts to eradicate corruption issues and practices in our nation and bless those who are already in this sector, and guide them with the Holy Spirit and the backup of the body of Christ. In Jesus Name' Amen.
Scriptures:
[Philippians 2:12-16]
Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed - not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence - continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.
Do everything without complaining or arguing, sot that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life - in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Believers to be blameless and to hold fast to truth and integrity
2. For more Christians to come forward and be involved in efforts to eradicate corruption and corrupt practices in all sectors of life
3. For Christians who are already involved in this area of work: that the Church may back them up and support their efforts in every way possible
4. That efforts by individuals and organizations to monitor and check on corruption will truly be effective
Personals:
O Father Lord, strengthen Your people in righteousness, that they would never give way to corruption and evil deeds, Christians to involve in the efforts to eradicate corruption issues and practices in our nation and bless those who are already in this sector, and guide them with the Holy Spirit and the backup of the body of Christ. In Jesus Name' Amen.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Day 28
Theme: Christians in Authority Against Corruption
Scriptures:
[Micah 6:8]
He has showed you, O man, what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God.
[Exodus 23:7-8]
Have nothing to do with a false charge and do not put an innocent or honest person to death, for I will not acquit the guilty.
"Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the words of the righteous.
"Do not oppress an alien; you yourselves know how it feels to be aliens, because you were aliens in Egypt.
Prayer Subjects:
1. That Christians in position of authority, whether as MPs or in the civil service, to be against corruption, living lives and serving in moral righteousness
2. That the Church may have the moral courage to speak out and make known all forms of corruption
Personals:
Christians in position of authority should play a role model towards the others in regards to this matter. Corruption can be seen as a fruit of evil which bears from the sin nature of human. We must cut these roots and set our country righteous, and that couldn't be done without the intervene of God. So pray hard people.
Scriptures:
[Micah 6:8]
He has showed you, O man, what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God.
[Exodus 23:7-8]
Have nothing to do with a false charge and do not put an innocent or honest person to death, for I will not acquit the guilty.
"Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the words of the righteous.
"Do not oppress an alien; you yourselves know how it feels to be aliens, because you were aliens in Egypt.
Prayer Subjects:
1. That Christians in position of authority, whether as MPs or in the civil service, to be against corruption, living lives and serving in moral righteousness
2. That the Church may have the moral courage to speak out and make known all forms of corruption
Personals:
Christians in position of authority should play a role model towards the others in regards to this matter. Corruption can be seen as a fruit of evil which bears from the sin nature of human. We must cut these roots and set our country righteous, and that couldn't be done without the intervene of God. So pray hard people.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Day 27
Theme: Moral Righteousness and Ethics to prevail
Scriptures:
[Amos 5:24]
But let justice roll on like a river,
righteousness like a never-failing stream!
Prayer Subjects:
1. That the LORD may convict our national leaders to uphold moral righteousness to be corrupt-free and against all forms of corruption
2. For civil service and civil servants in every government ministry
3. For all citizens of Malaysia: that we will all cherish and value corrupt-free practices and be against all corruption
Personals:
It is time for us to say "NO" to not only SMOKING but also RASUAH. I repent for that once in my life that I give in and paid RM40 under the table, and I swear I would never do that again! (In other news, some truly anti-corruption police are recording the process with their cellphones to ensure that once you offer to bribe, you get caught. ) So, let's not break the law in the first place, and if committed unintentionally, pay the full price for our lessons. LOL
Scriptures:
[Amos 5:24]
But let justice roll on like a river,
righteousness like a never-failing stream!
Prayer Subjects:
1. That the LORD may convict our national leaders to uphold moral righteousness to be corrupt-free and against all forms of corruption
2. For civil service and civil servants in every government ministry
3. For all citizens of Malaysia: that we will all cherish and value corrupt-free practices and be against all corruption
Personals:
It is time for us to say "NO" to not only SMOKING but also RASUAH. I repent for that once in my life that I give in and paid RM40 under the table, and I swear I would never do that again! (In other news, some truly anti-corruption police are recording the process with their cellphones to ensure that once you offer to bribe, you get caught. ) So, let's not break the law in the first place, and if committed unintentionally, pay the full price for our lessons. LOL
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Day 26
Theme: Church as the Agent of Truth and Light
Scriptures:
[Colossians 1:10-14]
And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
Prayer Subjects:
1. To repent if we have not upheld truth and righteousness
2. Confess and seek forgiveness for our indifference and failures in not making known corrupt practices of public nature
Personals:
Father Lord, have mercy on us, for we are always tempted to comply with the standards and norms of the world, and lost sights for truth and righteousness. Give us clean hands, and give us pure hearts Lord. In Jesus Name' Amen.
Scriptures:
[Colossians 1:10-14]
And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light. For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
Prayer Subjects:
1. To repent if we have not upheld truth and righteousness
2. Confess and seek forgiveness for our indifference and failures in not making known corrupt practices of public nature
Personals:
Father Lord, have mercy on us, for we are always tempted to comply with the standards and norms of the world, and lost sights for truth and righteousness. Give us clean hands, and give us pure hearts Lord. In Jesus Name' Amen.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Day 25
Theme: Impacting and Transforming Society
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 40:3-5]
A voice of one calling:
"In the desert prepare
the way for the LORD;
make straight in the wilderness
a highway for our God.
Every valley shall be raised up,
every mountain and hill made low;
the rough ground shall become level,
the rugged places a plain.
And the glory of the LORD will be revealed,
and all mankind together will see it.
For the mouth of the LORD has spoken."
Prayer Subjects:
1. Beseech the LORD for the transformation of lives, beginning in us, overflowing to our society and nation by the power of God
2. Christian participation and involvement will bring impact and real transformation to society and the nation
3. God's grace and favour as well as protection be on the Church as we engage in the affairs of the nation
4. The Churches to be a cutting edge in nation building
Personal:
O Mighty LORD, transform our society and nation, bring new souls to our family as we strive hard towards a better tomorrow, and awaken compassion in the heart of your people for their care for others prevail before any other. Have Your hand over them and guide them as they participate in the public fields and show your strength through solid results. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 40:3-5]
A voice of one calling:
"In the desert prepare
the way for the LORD;
make straight in the wilderness
a highway for our God.
Every valley shall be raised up,
every mountain and hill made low;
the rough ground shall become level,
the rugged places a plain.
And the glory of the LORD will be revealed,
and all mankind together will see it.
For the mouth of the LORD has spoken."
Prayer Subjects:
1. Beseech the LORD for the transformation of lives, beginning in us, overflowing to our society and nation by the power of God
2. Christian participation and involvement will bring impact and real transformation to society and the nation
3. God's grace and favour as well as protection be on the Church as we engage in the affairs of the nation
4. The Churches to be a cutting edge in nation building
Personal:
O Mighty LORD, transform our society and nation, bring new souls to our family as we strive hard towards a better tomorrow, and awaken compassion in the heart of your people for their care for others prevail before any other. Have Your hand over them and guide them as they participate in the public fields and show your strength through solid results. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Day 24
Theme: Removing Hindrances that Obstruct Transformation
[Isaiah 57:14-15]
And it will be said:
"Build up, build up, prepare the road!
Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people."
For this is what the high and lofty One says-
he who lives forever, whose name is holy:
"I live in a high and holy place,
but also with him who is contrite and lowly in spirit,
to revive the spirit of the lowly
and to revive the heart of the contrite.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Confess and renounce our attitude of maintaining a "status quo" attitude and self-interest
2. Christians to be liberated from the forces of market capitalism and remove idols in our lives
3. Remove every spirit of control, intimidation, manipulation and fear that obstruct change for the welfare of the people
Personals:
Sometimes we just refrain from going out from our own circles and reaching out to those who are in need, and we take our self-interest much highly above everyone else. Idols of our heart must be removed, and one veil is that of capitalism. Create in us a strong and pure heart so that we may strive the distance for you LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
[Isaiah 57:14-15]
And it will be said:
"Build up, build up, prepare the road!
Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people."
For this is what the high and lofty One says-
he who lives forever, whose name is holy:
"I live in a high and holy place,
but also with him who is contrite and lowly in spirit,
to revive the spirit of the lowly
and to revive the heart of the contrite.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Confess and renounce our attitude of maintaining a "status quo" attitude and self-interest
2. Christians to be liberated from the forces of market capitalism and remove idols in our lives
3. Remove every spirit of control, intimidation, manipulation and fear that obstruct change for the welfare of the people
Personals:
Sometimes we just refrain from going out from our own circles and reaching out to those who are in need, and we take our self-interest much highly above everyone else. Idols of our heart must be removed, and one veil is that of capitalism. Create in us a strong and pure heart so that we may strive the distance for you LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Day 23
Theme: Christians to Take Part in the Public Arena
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 42:1]
"Here is my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen one in whom I delight;
I will put my Spirit on him
and he will bring justice to the nations.
[Isaiah 42:6-8]
I, the LORD, have called you in righteousness;
I will take hold of your hand.
I will keep you and will make you
to be a covenant for the people
and a light for the Gentiles,
to open eyes that are blind,
to free captives from prison
and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Churches to stand and to challenge their congregation to participate in public concerns
2. The Lord to raise more Christian workers in the public arena and field of work
3. The Lord's wisdom, strength and counsel be on all his servants who are engaged in the public square
4. The Church to be bold and courageous to speak out against the deprivation of rights and any unfair distribution of social goods
Personals:
O Father LORD, lead Your people into righteousness, participate them in public concerns and provide them with the wisdom, strength and counsel they need to work in the public squares. As a body of Christ, let's together say "NO" to injustice and put an end to the deprivation of rights dealt to the poor, oppressed and marginalized. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 42:1]
"Here is my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen one in whom I delight;
I will put my Spirit on him
and he will bring justice to the nations.
[Isaiah 42:6-8]
I, the LORD, have called you in righteousness;
I will take hold of your hand.
I will keep you and will make you
to be a covenant for the people
and a light for the Gentiles,
to open eyes that are blind,
to free captives from prison
and to release from the dungeon those who sit in darkness.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Churches to stand and to challenge their congregation to participate in public concerns
2. The Lord to raise more Christian workers in the public arena and field of work
3. The Lord's wisdom, strength and counsel be on all his servants who are engaged in the public square
4. The Church to be bold and courageous to speak out against the deprivation of rights and any unfair distribution of social goods
Personals:
O Father LORD, lead Your people into righteousness, participate them in public concerns and provide them with the wisdom, strength and counsel they need to work in the public squares. As a body of Christ, let's together say "NO" to injustice and put an end to the deprivation of rights dealt to the poor, oppressed and marginalized. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Day 22
Theme: Interceding for Christian MPs and those Playing a Role in the Public
Square
Scripture:
[Isaiah 11:2-5]
The Spirit of The LORD will rest on him-
the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding,
the Spirit of counsel and of power,
the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD-
and he will delight in the fear of the LORD.
He will not judge by what he sees with his eyes,
or decide by what he hears with his ears;
but with righteousness he will judge the needy,
with justice he will give decisions for the poor of the earth.
He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth;
with the breath of his lips he will slay the wicked.
Righteousness will be his belt
and faithfulness the sash around his waist.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Christian politicians will be courageous, standing for justice and speaking to defend the poor, oppressed and marginalized.
2.God's protection, humility of service and protection against moral corruption upon all these servants
3. Other Christian workers in NGOs, social service organizations and other organizations, Christian activist and others who are contributing to the welfare of the nation
Personals:
It is commonly heard that sometimes when you're in something, you can't do somethings, and corruption seems to be an unavoidable issue in almost every political field anywhere. However, we are not of the World, we are not to conform to the norms of the World but of Gods' Kingdom. As Christians, we must be the example, the role model. Life is never easy, so don't complain. Father, I just wanna uphold all the Christians that are contributing in the nation's welfare, that they would have a clear mind, free from temptations of the devil, and use the Holy Spirits to guide them in making decision whenever necessary. In Jesus' Name AMEN.
Square
Scripture:
[Isaiah 11:2-5]
The Spirit of The LORD will rest on him-
the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding,
the Spirit of counsel and of power,
the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD-
and he will delight in the fear of the LORD.
He will not judge by what he sees with his eyes,
or decide by what he hears with his ears;
but with righteousness he will judge the needy,
with justice he will give decisions for the poor of the earth.
He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth;
with the breath of his lips he will slay the wicked.
Righteousness will be his belt
and faithfulness the sash around his waist.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Christian politicians will be courageous, standing for justice and speaking to defend the poor, oppressed and marginalized.
2.God's protection, humility of service and protection against moral corruption upon all these servants
3. Other Christian workers in NGOs, social service organizations and other organizations, Christian activist and others who are contributing to the welfare of the nation
Personals:
It is commonly heard that sometimes when you're in something, you can't do somethings, and corruption seems to be an unavoidable issue in almost every political field anywhere. However, we are not of the World, we are not to conform to the norms of the World but of Gods' Kingdom. As Christians, we must be the example, the role model. Life is never easy, so don't complain. Father, I just wanna uphold all the Christians that are contributing in the nation's welfare, that they would have a clear mind, free from temptations of the devil, and use the Holy Spirits to guide them in making decision whenever necessary. In Jesus' Name AMEN.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Day 21
Theme: For a Fair and Righteous Judiciary
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 8:14-16]
Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
I have understanding and power.
By me kings reign
and rulers make laws that are just;
by me princes govern,
and all nobles who rule on earth.
[Leviticus 19:15]
"'Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly.'"
Prayer Subjects:
1. Judges to play their rightful role as arbitrators and dispensers of justice without fear or favour
2. All judicial personnel such as judges, administrative staff, lawyers maybe diligent in exercising their duties
3. That civil law will continue to be the law of the land and that the Rule of Law be upheld and respected.
Personals:
I just pray that God would sow a righteous seed in the hearts of the involved personnel in the judiciary system. That they would not have fear or favor nor laziness in carrying out their duties. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 8:14-16]
Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
I have understanding and power.
By me kings reign
and rulers make laws that are just;
by me princes govern,
and all nobles who rule on earth.
[Leviticus 19:15]
"'Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly.'"
Prayer Subjects:
1. Judges to play their rightful role as arbitrators and dispensers of justice without fear or favour
2. All judicial personnel such as judges, administrative staff, lawyers maybe diligent in exercising their duties
3. That civil law will continue to be the law of the land and that the Rule of Law be upheld and respected.
Personals:
I just pray that God would sow a righteous seed in the hearts of the involved personnel in the judiciary system. That they would not have fear or favor nor laziness in carrying out their duties. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Day 20
Theme: Interceding for Those in Authority
Scriptures:
[1 Timothy 2:1-4]
I urge, then, first of all, 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. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
[Proverbs 14:34]
Righteousness exalts a nation,
but a sin is a disgrace to any people.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Bless those whom God has placed in authority over the nation
2. Uphold those in authority, members of the Executive, Judiciary and Parliament: that they may exercise power righteously with accountability
3. Against corruption in the authorities: that there will not be any misuse and abuse of Government funds
Personals:
We might not respect the person, but we must respect his authority. I pray for our prime minister for that he will take good care of our nation and lead us to prosperity and advancement. I pray that everyone in the authority would consider the interests of the people and react accordingly. And, that corruption would come to an end one day soon. Change the heart and mind of these people LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[1 Timothy 2:1-4]
I urge, then, first of all, 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. This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all men to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
[Proverbs 14:34]
Righteousness exalts a nation,
but a sin is a disgrace to any people.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Bless those whom God has placed in authority over the nation
2. Uphold those in authority, members of the Executive, Judiciary and Parliament: that they may exercise power righteously with accountability
3. Against corruption in the authorities: that there will not be any misuse and abuse of Government funds
Personals:
We might not respect the person, but we must respect his authority. I pray for our prime minister for that he will take good care of our nation and lead us to prosperity and advancement. I pray that everyone in the authority would consider the interests of the people and react accordingly. And, that corruption would come to an end one day soon. Change the heart and mind of these people LORD. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Day 19
Theme: The Christian in the public Square
Scriptures:
[Esther 4:13-14]
He sent back this answer:" Do not think that because you are in the king's house you alone of all the Jews will escape. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father's family will parish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?"
Prayer Subjects:
1. Confess if you have kept your faith private and away from public concerns
2. That the Lord may renew your heart and mind for the involvement in the public square
3. Pray for Christians in the public square: for their eyes to be enlightened to the hope and calling in the public square and see the vast opportunity to be the letters of Christ through exemplary lives that are without hypocrisy, are righteous and wise in the dealings and treatment of others, without fear or favour, putting the welfare of others before self ambition or agenda.
Personals:
As Christians, we are not to be ashamed of ourselves, we must be proud. I pray that Christians voice out our faith and reach the public squares, and when involved, live a life of a role model towards the people, God chose you for a purpose, live up to it, and you will be blessed. In Jesus Name, AMEN
Scriptures:
[Esther 4:13-14]
He sent back this answer:" Do not think that because you are in the king's house you alone of all the Jews will escape. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father's family will parish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?"
Prayer Subjects:
1. Confess if you have kept your faith private and away from public concerns
2. That the Lord may renew your heart and mind for the involvement in the public square
3. Pray for Christians in the public square: for their eyes to be enlightened to the hope and calling in the public square and see the vast opportunity to be the letters of Christ through exemplary lives that are without hypocrisy, are righteous and wise in the dealings and treatment of others, without fear or favour, putting the welfare of others before self ambition or agenda.
Personals:
As Christians, we are not to be ashamed of ourselves, we must be proud. I pray that Christians voice out our faith and reach the public squares, and when involved, live a life of a role model towards the people, God chose you for a purpose, live up to it, and you will be blessed. In Jesus Name, AMEN
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Day 18
Theme: Government's Role for the Migrants
Scriptures:
[Psalms 72:1-4]
Endow the king with your justice, O God,
the royal son with your righteousness.
He will judge your people in righteousness,
your afflicted ones with justice.
The mountains will bring prosperity to the people,
the hills the fruit of righteousness.
He will defend the afflicted among the people
and save the children of the needy;
he will crush the oppressor.
[Psalms 72:12-14]
For he will deliver the needy who cry out,
the afflicted who have no one to help.
He will take pity on the weak and the needy
and save the needy from death.
He will rescue them from oppression and violence,
for precious is their blood in his sight.
[Jeremiah 22:3]
This is what the LORD says: Do what is right. Rescue from the hand of his oppressor the one who has been robbed. Don no wrong or violence to the alien, the fatherless or the widow, and do not shed innocent blood in this place.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Pray that all rampant abuses against the migrants will cease
2. Th government to sincerely take steps to look into the plight and welfare of the migrants
3. Wisdom for the authorities to deal with rising criminal activities among the immigrants
Personals:
As I said yesterday, we are migrants if we leave this place of ours, our home, and if we are to be rampantly abused, will we feel good? So, why do it to them? The government plays an important role to safeguard the interest of the migrants as well, we need hospitality in this land to cater for this group of people. Rising criminal rates are conspicuous, but what are the factors that underlies in the depths? Could it be that they had no choice? In Jesus' Mighty name, I pray for your anointing among the government to care and love these people, and for people to lend out helping hands. AMEN
Scriptures:
[Psalms 72:1-4]
Endow the king with your justice, O God,
the royal son with your righteousness.
He will judge your people in righteousness,
your afflicted ones with justice.
The mountains will bring prosperity to the people,
the hills the fruit of righteousness.
He will defend the afflicted among the people
and save the children of the needy;
he will crush the oppressor.
[Psalms 72:12-14]
For he will deliver the needy who cry out,
the afflicted who have no one to help.
He will take pity on the weak and the needy
and save the needy from death.
He will rescue them from oppression and violence,
for precious is their blood in his sight.
[Jeremiah 22:3]
This is what the LORD says: Do what is right. Rescue from the hand of his oppressor the one who has been robbed. Don no wrong or violence to the alien, the fatherless or the widow, and do not shed innocent blood in this place.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Pray that all rampant abuses against the migrants will cease
2. Th government to sincerely take steps to look into the plight and welfare of the migrants
3. Wisdom for the authorities to deal with rising criminal activities among the immigrants
Personals:
As I said yesterday, we are migrants if we leave this place of ours, our home, and if we are to be rampantly abused, will we feel good? So, why do it to them? The government plays an important role to safeguard the interest of the migrants as well, we need hospitality in this land to cater for this group of people. Rising criminal rates are conspicuous, but what are the factors that underlies in the depths? Could it be that they had no choice? In Jesus' Mighty name, I pray for your anointing among the government to care and love these people, and for people to lend out helping hands. AMEN
Friday, August 7, 2009
Day 17
Theme: Church Helping the Migrant People in Malaysia
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 14:31]
He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,
but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
[Proverbs 19:17]
He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD,
and he will reward him for what he has done.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Repent if we have exploited the migrant workers
2. Churches may extend practical help and a helping hand by offering a place of solace for their physical/ emotional needs
3. Christian homes to be opened for migrants to experience God's goodness, love and hospitality
4. When the migrants taste Christian hospitality and God's goodness, they will seek after Christ
5. For growth in the life of believers and the migrant fellowship groups
Personals:
I have always had an issue when people have this stereotypical view of migrants, and lay their comments and condemnation. Imagine if we left Malaysia and stood outside the other worlds, will we enjoy those stray eyes starring at you as if you've done something wrong? I pray that as christian we are nourished in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, that we might learn to appreciate them as one of us, and treat them well as brothers and sisters, and lead them to the truth. After all, we are just human that God created in different areas. IN JESUS' NAME AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Proverbs 14:31]
He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,
but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
[Proverbs 19:17]
He who is kind to the poor lends to the LORD,
and he will reward him for what he has done.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Repent if we have exploited the migrant workers
2. Churches may extend practical help and a helping hand by offering a place of solace for their physical/ emotional needs
3. Christian homes to be opened for migrants to experience God's goodness, love and hospitality
4. When the migrants taste Christian hospitality and God's goodness, they will seek after Christ
5. For growth in the life of believers and the migrant fellowship groups
Personals:
I have always had an issue when people have this stereotypical view of migrants, and lay their comments and condemnation. Imagine if we left Malaysia and stood outside the other worlds, will we enjoy those stray eyes starring at you as if you've done something wrong? I pray that as christian we are nourished in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, that we might learn to appreciate them as one of us, and treat them well as brothers and sisters, and lead them to the truth. After all, we are just human that God created in different areas. IN JESUS' NAME AMEN.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Day 16
Theme: Strong Church Amongst the Indigenous People of Peninsular Malaysia
Scripture:
[Ephesians 3:16-21]
I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your heart through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord to raise up godly, strong and righteous leader amongst the indigenous people
2. Leaders to be filled with the fullness of God and to set godly example for the believers in their midst
3. Churches to be rooted in the Word and be strong in discipleship and reaching out to their own people
4. That the spiritual bondage and influence of other religions as well as the restrictions imposed to be broken
Personals:
In Jesus Name, I just pray that the indigenous people would have the fruit of the Spirits through the laying of your hands. Bring up righteous leaders that sets godly examples for their people and strengthen the churches with their discipleship and motivate them to root their lives in the Word and that spiritual bondage will be broken down. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scripture:
[Ephesians 3:16-21]
I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your heart through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord to raise up godly, strong and righteous leader amongst the indigenous people
2. Leaders to be filled with the fullness of God and to set godly example for the believers in their midst
3. Churches to be rooted in the Word and be strong in discipleship and reaching out to their own people
4. That the spiritual bondage and influence of other religions as well as the restrictions imposed to be broken
Personals:
In Jesus Name, I just pray that the indigenous people would have the fruit of the Spirits through the laying of your hands. Bring up righteous leaders that sets godly examples for their people and strengthen the churches with their discipleship and motivate them to root their lives in the Word and that spiritual bondage will be broken down. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Day 15~
Theme: Helping the Indigenous People of Peninsular Malaysia
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 60:21-22]
Then will all your people be righteous
and they will possess the land forever.
They are the shoot I have planted,
the work of my hands,
for the display of my splendor.
The least of you will become a thousand,
the smallest a mighty nation.
I am the LORD;
in its time I will do this swiftly.
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Orang Asli in Malaysia: For their general welfare and well-being as a community of people
2.Pray that injustices and deprivation of rights that these indigenous people go through will cease
3. The government will be sincere and genuine to extend help to the indigenous people without ulterior motives
Personals:
O Father LORD, bless these people who are facing injustices and deprivation of rights. Take down the barriers that prevents us from living in harmony and build a strong heart filled with compassion and love in us, that we might love one another just like our Father loved us. Hidden veils of the government must be brought down and transparency must prevail. Let the indigenous be uphold and praise God for His mercy. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Isaiah 60:21-22]
Then will all your people be righteous
and they will possess the land forever.
They are the shoot I have planted,
the work of my hands,
for the display of my splendor.
The least of you will become a thousand,
the smallest a mighty nation.
I am the LORD;
in its time I will do this swiftly.
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Orang Asli in Malaysia: For their general welfare and well-being as a community of people
2.Pray that injustices and deprivation of rights that these indigenous people go through will cease
3. The government will be sincere and genuine to extend help to the indigenous people without ulterior motives
Personals:
O Father LORD, bless these people who are facing injustices and deprivation of rights. Take down the barriers that prevents us from living in harmony and build a strong heart filled with compassion and love in us, that we might love one another just like our Father loved us. Hidden veils of the government must be brought down and transparency must prevail. Let the indigenous be uphold and praise God for His mercy. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Day 14
Theme: Helping the Churches in Smaller Areas and Other Towns
Scriptures:
[Acts 20:35]
In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the work the Lord Jesus himself said: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'
[2 Corinthians 9:8-15]
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will be abound in every good work. As it is written:
"He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever."
Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for the food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and thorough us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.
This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for generosity in sharing with them and with anyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
Prayer Subjects:
1. Churches in Peninsular Malaysia to be a blessing and to release their resources to help the churches in Sabah and Sarawak
2. Uphold churches who are facing difficulties, manpower and resources in the East Coast and smaller towns.
3. The smaller churches will work together with churches in Peninsular Ma;aysia for the common goal of loving our neighbours.
Personals:
I pray that churches in the East Coast will be blessed by God and God's wisdom to be with them to overcome any sense of difficulties that occurs. Our youth mission trip will be a trip to Sibu, and I just pray that we would be of a helping hand and it will be an effective and productive outreach. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Acts 20:35]
In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the work the Lord Jesus himself said: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'
[2 Corinthians 9:8-15]
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will be abound in every good work. As it is written:
"He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor; his righteousness endures forever."
Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for the food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and thorough us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.
This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of God's people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. Because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, men will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for generosity in sharing with them and with anyone else. And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you. Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
Prayer Subjects:
1. Churches in Peninsular Malaysia to be a blessing and to release their resources to help the churches in Sabah and Sarawak
2. Uphold churches who are facing difficulties, manpower and resources in the East Coast and smaller towns.
3. The smaller churches will work together with churches in Peninsular Ma;aysia for the common goal of loving our neighbours.
Personals:
I pray that churches in the East Coast will be blessed by God and God's wisdom to be with them to overcome any sense of difficulties that occurs. Our youth mission trip will be a trip to Sibu, and I just pray that we would be of a helping hand and it will be an effective and productive outreach. In Jesus Name' AMEN.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Day 13
Theme: Remembering the needs of the Church in Sabah and Sarawak
Scripture:
[Isaiah 64:1-9]
Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down,
that the mountains would tremble before you!
As when fire sets twigs ablaze
and causes water to boil,
come down to make your name known to your enemies
and cause the nation to quake before you!
For when you did awesome things that we did not expect,
you came down, and the mountains trembled before you,
Since ancient times no one has heard,
no ear has perceived,
no eye has seen any God besides you,
who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.
You come to the help of those who gladly do right,
who remember your ways.
But when we continued to sin against them,
you were angry,
How then can we be saved?
All of us have become like one who is unclean,
and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags;
we all shrivel up like a leaf,
and like the wind our sins sweep us away.
No one calls on your name
or strives to lay hold of you;
for you have hidden your face from us
and made us waste away because of our sins.
Yet, O LORD, you are our Father.
We are the clay, you are the potter;
we are the work of your hand.
Do not be angry beyond measure, O LORD;
do not remember our sins forever.
Oh, look upon us, we pray,
for we are all your people.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Fire of revival to sweep through Sabah and Sarawak to awaken every church to her role and calling for her state and nation.
2. Manifold wisdom of the Lord to be upon the Heads of churches, pastors, elders and leaders in the churches in Sabah and Sarawak as they deal with their community issues.
3. United prayer movement and vision for national transformation to meet the needs of the community there
4. Church to be fervent in evangelism and outreach to every people
Personals:
It is time for the body of Christ to play their role for the states and nations, and only through God's wisdom it can be done well. So, may the LORD give us wisdom to be strong and to fight for your KINGDOM. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scripture:
[Isaiah 64:1-9]
Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down,
that the mountains would tremble before you!
As when fire sets twigs ablaze
and causes water to boil,
come down to make your name known to your enemies
and cause the nation to quake before you!
For when you did awesome things that we did not expect,
you came down, and the mountains trembled before you,
Since ancient times no one has heard,
no ear has perceived,
no eye has seen any God besides you,
who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.
You come to the help of those who gladly do right,
who remember your ways.
But when we continued to sin against them,
you were angry,
How then can we be saved?
All of us have become like one who is unclean,
and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags;
we all shrivel up like a leaf,
and like the wind our sins sweep us away.
No one calls on your name
or strives to lay hold of you;
for you have hidden your face from us
and made us waste away because of our sins.
Yet, O LORD, you are our Father.
We are the clay, you are the potter;
we are the work of your hand.
Do not be angry beyond measure, O LORD;
do not remember our sins forever.
Oh, look upon us, we pray,
for we are all your people.
Prayer Subjects:
1. Fire of revival to sweep through Sabah and Sarawak to awaken every church to her role and calling for her state and nation.
2. Manifold wisdom of the Lord to be upon the Heads of churches, pastors, elders and leaders in the churches in Sabah and Sarawak as they deal with their community issues.
3. United prayer movement and vision for national transformation to meet the needs of the community there
4. Church to be fervent in evangelism and outreach to every people
Personals:
It is time for the body of Christ to play their role for the states and nations, and only through God's wisdom it can be done well. So, may the LORD give us wisdom to be strong and to fight for your KINGDOM. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Day 12
Theme: Concern for States of Sabah and Sarawak
Scripture:
[Isaiah 60:1-2 ]
"Arise, shine, for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.
See, darkness covers the earth
and thick darkness is over the peoples,
but the LORD rises upon you
and his glory appears over you.
Prayer Subjects:
1. A fair and just government in Sabah and Sarawak; for the Sabah government to take steps to solve the illegal immigrant problem
2. Pray that the State Governments may rule and administer the States well, bringing benefits to the people
3. For a just and fair judiciary who will act to preserve the rights of the indigenous people, their cultural identity and religious heritage
Personals:
I am truthfully very sorry and ask for forgiveness from the LORD and of course the readers, for that I failed to upload this piece of work yesterday, I remembered, but I was just pure lazy and prepared to do it before bed, where my electricity broke down and leads everything to failure.
Well, I am not really familiar with Sabah and Sarawak, so I just generally pray for their welfare, and for God to move them and give them wisdom to solve the problems that bumps in. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Scripture:
[Isaiah 60:1-2 ]
"Arise, shine, for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.
See, darkness covers the earth
and thick darkness is over the peoples,
but the LORD rises upon you
and his glory appears over you.
Prayer Subjects:
1. A fair and just government in Sabah and Sarawak; for the Sabah government to take steps to solve the illegal immigrant problem
2. Pray that the State Governments may rule and administer the States well, bringing benefits to the people
3. For a just and fair judiciary who will act to preserve the rights of the indigenous people, their cultural identity and religious heritage
Personals:
I am truthfully very sorry and ask for forgiveness from the LORD and of course the readers, for that I failed to upload this piece of work yesterday, I remembered, but I was just pure lazy and prepared to do it before bed, where my electricity broke down and leads everything to failure.
Well, I am not really familiar with Sabah and Sarawak, so I just generally pray for their welfare, and for God to move them and give them wisdom to solve the problems that bumps in. In Jesus' Name, AMEN.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Day 11
Theme: The Church- Evangelizing the Excluded
Scriptures:
[Romans 1:16]
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes; first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.
[Romans 10:14-15]
How then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, " How beautiful are the feet of those who brings good news!"
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord to be compassionate for the excluded in society such as the prostitutes, drug addicts, single moms, the homeless and neglected, etc.
2. Churches to network together with government agencies to help this group of people
3. Uphold the NGOs such as Malaysian Care or rehabilitation centres that reach out to these people
Personals:
The excluded of the society are quoted "EXCLUDED" solely because of our scorn and neglect. Prostitutes won't be prostitutes if there wasn't an underlying reason. Drug addicts are purely ignorant people who are lead to perish by wrong influences, single moms exist purely because of irresponsible men. We must learn to be compassionate as we pray for the Lord's forgiveness towards these people. The rehabilitation centres throughout Malaysia are doing their best to restructure the broken souls, and requires our support and help. I pray that Lord could show me a way that I would be of help. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
Scriptures:
[Romans 1:16]
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes; first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.
[Romans 10:14-15]
How then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, " How beautiful are the feet of those who brings good news!"
Prayer Subjects:
1. The Lord to be compassionate for the excluded in society such as the prostitutes, drug addicts, single moms, the homeless and neglected, etc.
2. Churches to network together with government agencies to help this group of people
3. Uphold the NGOs such as Malaysian Care or rehabilitation centres that reach out to these people
Personals:
The excluded of the society are quoted "EXCLUDED" solely because of our scorn and neglect. Prostitutes won't be prostitutes if there wasn't an underlying reason. Drug addicts are purely ignorant people who are lead to perish by wrong influences, single moms exist purely because of irresponsible men. We must learn to be compassionate as we pray for the Lord's forgiveness towards these people. The rehabilitation centres throughout Malaysia are doing their best to restructure the broken souls, and requires our support and help. I pray that Lord could show me a way that I would be of help. In Jesus' Name I pray, AMEN.
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