EAST ASIA 2014
Prayer Calendar
Please use this prayer calendar as we head out to work alongside Alex and Jenny S.,
at “G” Academy, and
the ‘S-flowers’ ministry.
We thank you for your prayers on our behalf; they are greatly appreciated!
Saturday,
July 19
Pray for us to
remember that the Lord goes before us and is preparing the way for our team.
Pray for good health and safe travels with endurance for the long flight. Pray
for our families.
“See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you
along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared.” Exodus 23:20
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed for I am your God; I will
strengthen you, I will help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right
hand.” Isaiah 41:10
Sunday,
July 20
Pray that we have
a quick recovery from the long flight and that we make a smooth transition into
the local culture, language, and time change. Also, pray for our host, Alex and
Jenny S. and their family, as we desire to be of service to them.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything
by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to
God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your
hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
Monday,
July 21
Pray for our team,
Alex & Jenny, and the teachers at ‘G’ Academy as we prepare for Vacation
Bible School (VBS). Pray that God would unify us as a group and give us a
servant’s heart to support and minister to the students and local community.
Pray for the Lord’s direction and guidance in the work He has for us.
“Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the
Lord rather than for men; knowing that from the Lord you will receive the
reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve.” Colossians
3:23-24
Tuesday
July 22
Pray that God’s
word would continue to work in the hearts and lives of those students that have
signed up for VBS. Continue to pray for unification of our team as well as
guidance as we prepare for the upcoming days of VBS. Pray for ways that our
team can serve and support our Global Family members and the teachers here.
“Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy,
brotherly love, a tender heart and a humble mind.” 1 Peter 3:8
Wednesday,
July 23
Pray for us as we
begin teaching VBS that we would be a light to the students, parents, and to
each other. Pray that the language differences would not cause a barrier
between us but bring us closer. Pray that we would trust that God has a plan
and purpose for every interaction.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not
on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make
your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Thursday,
July 24
Pray for all who
are leading VBS that we would communicate God’s word clearly and that our
hearts would be open to being used by the Lord in any way He has planned. Pray
for the health and safety of the students and leaders.
“For nothing will be impossible with God...Behold, I
am the servant of the Lord, let it be to me according to your word.” Luke
1:37-38
Friday,
July 25
Pray that our
last day with these students would be filled with God’s love and grace. Pray for receptive hearts of the students
and for communication with them.
“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is
the purpose of the Lord that will stand.” Proverbs 19:21 “Make me to know your
ways, O Lord; teach me your paths.” Psalm 25:4
Saturday,
July 26
Pray for the
ministry and community center, ‘S-flowers’ that help children of red-light workers.
Pray that our interaction would glorify God and that we would have servant’s
hearts as we desire to support and serve the children, women, and workers that
belong to this ministry.
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly
than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him
be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever
and ever. Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21
Sunday,
July 27
Pray for us as we
attend a community house Church. Pray that we, and all who attend, would direct
our hearts and thoughts toward the Lord, and that our minds would be filled to
overflowing with the blessing of worshipping the One True God cross-culturally.
Pray for opportunities to give and hear testimonies, whether one-on-one, or
with the whole group.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his
righteousness and all these things will be added to you. Therefore do not be
anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for
the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:33-34
Monday,
July 28
Pray for strength
and endurance for the team as well as health for the team members. Pray that we
would not grow weary and that we continue to be the light of God. Pray for the
new students in our second session of VBS.
“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes
me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my
soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake...for you are
with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:1-4
Tuesday,
July 29
Pray that God
would help each team member have a positive attitude. Pray that God would move
through the lives of each student at VBS. Pray that we would honor and glorify
God with everything we say and do.
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18
Wednesday,
July 30
Pray for energy
as we spend our last day with these students at VBS. Pray that the Holy Spirit
would take what was taught and continue His work in the students’ lives and
ours.
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen and
protect you from the evil one.” 2 Thessalonians 3:3
Thursday,
July 31
Pray that God
would reveal Himself and open our eyes to ministry opportunities that may come
our way as we interact with the locals.
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and
do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua
1:9
Friday,
August 1
Pray for our safe
travels as our team leaves for a new city. Pray for our Global Family members and the
teachers at “G” Academy that God would equip them to continue to do the work He
has laid before them. Pray that God would continue to go before them and bless
their ministry.
“He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching
everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in
Christ. To this end I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so
powerfully works in me.” Colossians 1:28-29
Saturday,
August 2
Pray for ministry opportunities as we
encounter new people and places. Pray for safety and rest.
“Do you not know?
Have
you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of
the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives
strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew
their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they
will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:28-31
Sunday,
August 3
Pray for our team
as we end our journey in East Asia. Pray for wisdom as we reflect on our trip
and ways that we can help future teams. Pray for continued safety and
protection for our team. Pray that our hearts be full of praise and
thanksgiving for the Lord’s faithfulness, provision, protection, and works
throughout the trip. Pray that we would take with us what God has taught us
throughout this trip.
“I will praise you, O Lord, with all my heart: I will
tell of all your wonders. I will be glad and rejoice in you: I will sing praise
to your name, O Most High.” Psalm 9:1-2
