A few months ago, I used the following scripture to pray for you guys and realized I needed to carry you along in this prayer request.
2 Corinthians 9:9 - As it is written: “They have freely scattered their gifts to the poor; their righteousness endures forever.”
I used this as the foundation to seek God's blessings over Peppers and prayed for righteousness that will last forever. I quickly realized that for this to come to pass, Peppers have to be like those who have "freely scattered their gifts to the poor." On this point, the Lord helped me understand how liberal this category can be. It isn't just about giving money. The mere act of petitioning for others qualified. Hence, for those who freely intercede for others, He shall forever make them righteous and they shall, therefore, enjoy the blessings that spring forth from that privilege.
Now, for those of us who've been in this fellowship for a while, freely praying for others is something we are used to. Yet, can we confess it isn't always easy? Nevertheless, through consistency, intercession can become easier and more instinctual. The Lord will help us all.
As a result, I want to encourage you to give freely in intercession. The rewards are immeasurable but even if righteousness alone was the trophy, then the consequences should be enough to compel us all to pray even more for people.
These benefits include physical health, spiritual strength, financial freedom, success and more. We've done a thorough review of righteousness and its rewards so I won't rehash the details. However, I will say, please, don't come to P&P and recommend that others pray on a subject. Instead, drop a prayer on the topic, no matter how brief.
Let me explain why. The reason why you're asking others to pray on an issue is most likely because the Lord placed a burden on your heart. Don't relinquish that opportunity to somebody else or you relinquish the blessing you would have received for obeying God's nudge to cover someone with prayer. When this happens, you aren't "freely" giving to others in a way that will make the promise of 2 Corinthians 9:9 a practical blessing in your life.
Also, if you are going through a problem and want others to pray for you, simply turn that problem into a prayer point for others and watch how Peppers will take the mantle from there. This way, you bless others by praying for them and you would have blessed Peppers by allowing them to pray on something they wouldn't have thought to address otherwise. Additionally, you would have received the prayers of others and all you needed to do was pray for someone else with that issue. Finally, by being concerned for the needs of another, you would have shown God's love and practiced the Royal Law - treat others as you want to be treated.
May the grace of the Lord guide us whereby we give freely of the gifts He has given to us. May we each use our prayers and other aspects of our being to honor God and help His people. That we may receive from Him a righteousness that will endure forever, IJMN Amen.
Here are some related posts on intercession:
Intercessors: Daniel - Friday Praise & Pray (for others) November 12, 2021
Intercession Ministry - Tuesday Praise & Pray (for others) November 23, 2021
Intercessors: Esther - Friday Praise & Pray November 26, 2021
Intercessors: Abraham - Tuesday Praise & Pray (for others) November 30, 2021
Intercessors: Isaac - Friday Praise & Pray (for others) December 3, 2021
Intercession in the news - Tuesday Praise & Pray (for others) December 7, 2021
Intercessors vs Prayer Contractors - Tuesday Praise & Pray (for others) November 1, 2022
Intercede More - Friday Praise & Pray (for others) December 2, 2022
*CLOSING PRAYER*
Praise be to You Heavenly Father! Once again, You've faithfully brought us to the end of another Praise & Pray (for others). We are grateful for bringing us together despite our being on different continents, time zones, and states.
You are our great and mighty God. Bigger than the biggest. Stronger than the strongest. You who put all others to shame.
Remember them for serving You this day through their praises and petitions. I pray their lives glorify You and that You will be pleased with them. IJMN, Amen. Hallelujah!
LAST 10 MINUTES
Did you read today's message? How can you intercede more?
Do you have a list of people you regularly pray for? That's a good start.
How about getting into the habit of turning those news segments you watch into prayer points? All those things you see that trouble your spirit are likely one way God is nudging you to pray for someone.
Consider taking 1 day where you only pray for others and don't mention your needs. Ask God who to pray for and what scripture to use.
May the Lord guide and bless you in this endeavor. IJMN, Amen.
Now pray for somebody in this group before fellowship ends, okay?
*From M22* - Heavenly Father, my body is your temple. Strengthen me Abba and remove every from of anemia from my system. My body is your temple and I know you will provide me and mine with more than enough to nourish and nurture our bodies IJMN amen.
*From M22* - Abba I pray for sis @FFJ that you continue to bless her and her loved ones. I pray that you continue to strengthen her in every ramifications. I pray that you increase her IJMN amen.
1 Timothy 2:1-4 - I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—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 people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.
Father, we pray for good leaders who give You glory in their positions of authority. We call on You for leaders at all levels of society who are guided by You and strive to serve You. You want us to live in societies that have good government so as to live quiet lives that are godly and holy, and so others become saved and come to know You.
Please hear and answer this petition to Your glory and by Your grace, IJN, Amen.
*From MFC* - Dear God, our Defender, we pray a hedge of protection around childen at school. Shield them from bullying and spiteful remarks. We pray You block any negative comments regarding their appearance, their intelligence, their way of speaking, their race, or anything else. We pray against those who might engage in physical and emotional bullying or violence.
My God, who gives discernment, I pray for the school teachers and leadership. As they are facing many difficult challenges, may the administration make the best decisions for the teachers and students. May they have the trust of the students and their families as well as the teachers. Through their expertise and wise leadership, may the schools continue to improve and help the next generation grow. Amen.
*From M22* - Heavenly Father, my body is your temple. Strengthen me Abba and remove every from of anemia from my system. My body is your temple and I know you will provide me and mine with more than enough to nourish and nurture our bodies IJMN amen.
*From M22* - Heavenly Father I pray for people struggling with their mental health. I pray that you grant them strength to overcome every negative emotions and energies in their lives. Heavenly father still the battles in their minds and restore their self worth, confidence and esteem ijmn amen.
Breaker of the iron bars,
Strong and powerful King,
I lift up all the hearts/minds of Your people all over the world. Your promise for them is that "you have not given them a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind." Let soundness of mind be released in the air now in the mighty name of Jesus! Let it arrive and impact souls around the world, with no hindrance from satan. amen!
Almighty God, how great You are! You who have an everlasting dominion over all that we see and don't see. Praise be to You, my Lord!
Father, Your word tells us that with You nothing is impossible (Matthew 19:26). Indeed, the word tells us in 2 Kings 3:18 - This is an easy thing in the eyes of the LORD; he will also deliver Moab into your hands. With You, God, everything is a little thing.
And so, Jehovah Rapha, Jehovah Ropheka, the Great Physician, I declare that the enemy's evil plans for the health of Your children are rendered powerless. Indeed, the weapons used against their health destroy the enemy instead, IJMN, Amen.
Your word tells us to ask that we receive (Matthew 7:7-8) and to come before Your throne boldly to receive help (Hebrews 4:16). I therefore proclaim healing over Your Peppers. You know who they are. Remember them for honoring You with praise and petition on behalf of others, for in this they gave freely. You cannot forget the good they have done for others and continue to do according to Hebrews 6:10.
IJMN, Amen.
*From HC* - Bless the school teachers. Give them wisdom on how to teach the children in ways that they may learn. Keep all forms of evil out of the school buildings. Create an environment of peace for the sake of the little ones. Give them patience and let them know Father they are appreciated. IJN
*From M22* - Heavenly Father, grant the family of the 2 Americans slain in Mexico closure and strength. Help them through this hard time. Strengthen them Father and accept the souls of their children in your bosom ijmn amen.
Glory be to God in the highest. King of kings. Lord of lords. He who fills mouths with rejoicing. Hallelujah!!
Isaiah 60:17 - Instead of bronze I will bring you gold, and silver in place of iron. Instead of wood I will bring you bronze, and iron in place of stones. I will make peace your governor and well-being your ruler.
Lord, the wealth of this world is Yours to do with as You will. This despite the fact too many of the devil's acolytes seem to hold onto it.
However, You have declared that the wicked will hoard and You will disperse their wealth to those who are pleasing to You.
Therefore, Lord, let the wealth of nations come to Your own. Great Provider, open doors of provision for Your children. Provision that they understand as Yours to be used for Your purpose and not their desires, IJMN Amen.
Powerful God:
the drop of water that breaks bridges;
the mighty fist that subdues our enemies;
the great Mastermind with every solution;
I cry out to You on behalf of Your children, who need You to divinely move something in their lives.
"For thou oh Lord are a shield for me, my glory, You lift my head."
"Arise, oh Lord, let Your enemies be scattered!"
Your "wisdom is profitable to direct"
See and remember, God of retribution! See what the enemy is saying of Your children: that "there is no help for them in God".
Foil the enemy's crafty schemes and let it be known that You are the Lord, the great God, who is moving in their lives. IJN amen
Thank You God:
- Mighty Creator who is worthy of worship
- Beautiful Savior who is loving and king
- Perfect King who is flawless and just in all His judgments
I praise You, my great King!
Thank You for
- the situation I'm going through right now. Because I have shown up to the fight, You will make me win
- the new gospel music we discovered
- miraculously providing two items we needed at the shop this week
- increased spiritual authority at work -> effective performance
- more discipline with social media apps
*From M22* - Heavenly Father I commit @k, @B2 and every other folk that is sick in your loving hands. I pray that your healing powers permeate their cells, organs, nerve endings, systems and blood vessels. I pray that you eliminate every infirmity from their bodies IJMN amen.
*From MFC* - As Winter Storm Ricardo begins, we lift up in prayer those in it's path from the Great Lakes to the Northeast. Father God, thank You for being our Protector. Please keep eyes on You through this furious storm. My soul trusts in You, and I know it will be well. I ask You to protect homes and families from the elements. Please watch over the homeless so they may shelter safely. We rely on Your grace, Your mercy, and Your love. I ask that You will stretch forth Your hand and break the power of this mighty storm, for the wind and waves still know Your name, AMEN!
*From HC* - Father help those who are being taken advantage of due to their kindness and weakness. Remove strongholds so they may live free in you. IJN
Father, thank You for Your mercy and grace! You are the great and mighty God. The Alpha and Omega. Jehovah Overdo. The Upright One!
Lord, I lift up Your daughter and cry out to You to help her. May she be filled with Your joy for Your word states that the joy of the Lord is her strength (Nehemiah 8:10). May Your strength therefore come upon her.
Philippians 4:13 - For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. (NLT).
May she accept that strength for it is available to her. Open her eyes to receive from You what she needs. Jehovah Jireh, the Provider. Jehovah Addereth, the glorious God. Shine that glory on Your child, IJN, Amen.
PRAYER TIME
Set your timers - we've got 25 minutes to pray with zeal for others.
Don't waste time.
Remember, this is a chance to give freely to others and reap the rewards of God's righteousness forever.
P&P allows us to get into the habit of intercession so, let's get to it.
Father, I am thankful to You that You looked at me and deemed me worthy to serve. Thank You for the privilege. You who lifted me from the miry clay and set my feet on the Rock.
I remember and I remain grateful.
You are the God who is forever doing.
Glory be to Your Holy Name!
*From HC* - Lord, bless us with the spirit of faith that lived in Lois and Eunice and just as they passed it on to Timothy, let us pass it down to our sons, daughters and grandchildren. Keep our families near for generations to come.
I also thank you for our own mothers and grandmothers who taught us your word and how to live righteously. Bless them in their old age, for they have been a blessing to us.
*From M22* - Thank you Abba for everything. Help me focus on what I have and not what I don't have. I hold on to your word in Matthew 6 vs 33. Strengthen me Abba. Amen
God, I thank You for yesterday and what You led me to do. Thank You for the opportunity to obey You and make somebody smile.
Thank You for You afforded me the opportunity to learn so much.
Bless the vessel You used to teach me. May she be filled richly with all that You have in store for her. Remember her for how she has faithfully served You. You have blessed her mightily but for her troubles, I call on You to bless her again!
Praise the Lord!
*From MFC* - Heavenly Father, I give thanks to you because you are good and your faithful love endures forever. Thank you that you do not forget your people but hear their cry and save them. Thank you that nothing is impossible for your mighty hand. Thank you that you show compassion and mercy to your children. Thank you that you know my every need and satisfy my desires. Thank you that you have forgiven my sin. Thank you that you have conquered the powers of Satan, sin and death. Thank you that I will live in eternity with you, free from suffering, pain and tears. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
*From HC* - Thank you Father Yah for your steadfast love patience and kindness towards us. Your are do merciful. You are so just. Led us not into temptation and do not let us tempt you. You do all things well. We praise you, The Most High
*From M22* - Thank you Abba for the progress I have made this week. Even though I am still tired, thank you for helping me do my best. Help me not to be too hard on myself but to lean on you for strength and guidance. Help me Abba. Amen
*From HC* - Thank you Father for allowing me to attend P&P live today with no distractions. My spirit is glad.
Lord, I thank You. I am grateful to have You as my Father.
Thank You for being my patient Teacher, who wants me to succeed.
I give You all the glory for Your kindness. Thank You for a roof over my head, clothes to wear, and so much more. You are the Provider of all my needs.
Praise be to You my King!
*From MFC* - Heavenly Father, thank you that you are gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Our desire is to be women of gratitude and thanksgiving for the countless ways you have blessed us throughout our lives. Welcome us into your presence today as we praise and glorify your name. As your children, we are created in your image and we pray that we would reflect your love in every thought, word and deed. You are the immortal King of ages. To you be honor and glory, forever and ever. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
*From M22* - Thank you Abba for bringing us together again to praise and intercede. We give you all the glory for every Peppers.
@MFC welcome back.
*From T1983* - Thank you God for everything!! Thank you for covering my sister and one of my dear friends this week! My sister was having car problems on her way to work and was about 20 miles from dealership….Thank you God for letting her be able to turn around and was able to make it to the dealership!!!! Thank you for covering my dear friend early yesterday morning at 5;30! Her car got stalled on her way to work along having her 3 year old son with her…Thank you God for protecting them both,that nobody ran into them or took advantage of them while waiting for her husband!!!
Isaiah 25 - LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago.
Hallelujah!
*From M22* - Thank you Abba for today. I pray that your strengthen me and remove every sign of weariness from my body.
Job 37:23 - The Almighty is beyond our reach and exalted in power; in his justice and great righteousness, he does not oppress.
Thank You Lord! Nobody else can have the power and authority You have without becoming an oppressor.
You, however, have all dominion and yet, You are kind, loving, generous, patient, forgiving. You lift the poor from the ash heap instead of crushing them into it. You look out especially for the weak and the vulnerable, doing everything to free them from the clutches of satan.
Thank You for being so exalted. Thank You that nobody can testify to how You became or when You became. Thank You for making me a witness of Your grace, mercy, and power.
Praise be onto You, my God!
PRAISE TIME
We've got 25 minutes to praise God for all that He is and all that He's done.
Make your praise glorious in this place for our praises silence the accuser of the brethren. Let's make the Lord pleased with our worship!
Get to it!
From DR14U -
*From EC* - Amen and good morning ladies!
*From HC* - Good word sis @FFJ
Father I come praying for those with addictions. Deliver them from the desire and need to use anything designed to draw them away from you. Give them new habits and new desires that glorify You. IJN
From MFC - Good morning and Happy Friday Peppers!
What a blessing to be back in the fellowship. Thank you for including me and my family in your prayers. May God continue to shine on you for your kindness. I've been keeping up with P&P although I don't always get to comment. I miss y'all!
Amen! The Word tells us to give and it will be given back to us in good measure. Giving back through intercession and encouragement is one way that we represent God's kingdom here on Earth.
Our Almighty God is a good Father who gives good gifts to his children. Yes, financial consideration is helpful. But if we can't give money, God's grace is sufficient to allow us to give from our individual storehouses. Maybe you are a good cook, so you can share a meal with the less fortunate as your ministry.
Maybe you are good with your hands, so you can offer to repair things for elderly saints. Maybe you are good with children so you are able to care for them when their parents are sick.
However God has called you to serve, He has also equipped you for such a time as this. And yes that includes the encouragement and uplift of God's children here on Earth through intercession.
Heavenly Father, I thank You that You are the joy of our strength. I ask that You grant joy and strength to our Peppers, in Jesus’ name. Father, in the midst of challenges, help them to push through, even though their spirits feel weak and their thoughts tells them to quit. May the Peppers condition themselves to draw on Your strength to overcome the plans of the enemy and turn their pressure points into prayer points In the precious name of Christ Jesus we pray, Amen.
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11
From IDQ - Good morning! Happy Friday, God bless you all!
*From CH33* - Thank you as always for the tag.
I've been under attack, but nevertheless I still praise my heavenly father!!!!
Glory to God in the highest place!
Father, I exalt you!
*From CD* - Sis!!! This part is so important and I am glad you included it because oftentimes, churches do not speak on this!! For years, I beat myself up because in my culture, many many pastors use Malachi 3:8-10 to brow beat and guilt trip believers for not giving and I was one of them. For years, I thought myself to be outside of the word of God because how could I give my tithe and risk bills being unpaid or partially paid, did I not trust God, was I disobedient? It wasn't until I had serious conversation with God and studied that He taught me that tithing isn't just about money, but it also includes the gifts He has imparted unto us as well as our time, it's not just about money!!
God told me that because so many of today's "prosperity" preachers hawk on Malachi 3, many of His believers leave the church and allow their faith to dwindle because of a lack of understanding and absence of conversation with Him to gain clarity.
You see, in the Old Testament, Malachi, the priests were not allowed to work, however, even then, the people were not only tithing the first fruits of their finances, but because they were agriculturist, they also tithed their resources / land / harvests. But prosperity churches don't speak on that, they only focus on the money...which the word tells us, the love of it is the root of ALL evil.
I don't want to get into a full fledged sermon, so I will just drop that right there and not push it. But again Sis, thank you for touching on that!!
*From M22* - Thank you for today's word sis @FFJ. I am so glad I found P and P. It has been a big blessing to pray for others no matter my circumstances. I am grateful I don't just set intercessory prayers aside for P and P days. It has become habitual. I pray that God will continue to increase our intercessory capabilities IJMN amen.