22 Do everything without complaining or
arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation. Philippians 2:14-15
23 Lord, I want to be humble before you. Give
me eyes to see Your beauty and wisdom to understand my place in your design.
24 Father God, I pray for church family
members who are ill at this time. May they feel Your presence.
25 Pray for the Street Pastors who are willing to go out to keep our townsfolk safe.
26 We often want to be instantly mature in our
29 Let everything I say be good and helpful, so that the words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.
30 We are God’s masterpiece. He has
created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago.
Connecting with God, each other and the world
31 Well, if you come to God,
You still have time you know, He will wash your sinful heart And make it white as snow. Come taste eternal life And death will have no sting, All who trust in Jesus are The children of the king. From ‘Jesus Saves’ by Colin Buchanan
faith. Help me to remember that spiritual growth is like a physical growth and take it one step at a time.
27 Give us complete knowledge of Your will,
and a spiritual wisdom and understanding so that as we grow we will learn to know God better and better. Colossians 11:9-10
28 God often does the opposite of what we
expect! He took Saul and changed him into Paul. He cared for and respected women when they had no rights. Used the ultimate defeat- the crucifixion- and made it the sign of victory. God don’t let me limit You to my own understanding but allow me to recognise all Your ways.
Accept the way God does things, for who can straighten what He has made crooked. Ecclesiastes 7: 13
March 2019 PRAYER CALENDAR
Charity Number: SC004271
1 Remember that YOU are God’s special
creation, made with love, part of a greater community, adding your own particular blessing to the world.
2
Pray for those organising the BB Coffee Morning. May they be well supported
3 Pray for refugees who have lost everything and are looking for peace.
4 Pray for elderly people who do not receive the care and attention they need and who feel isolated and lonely.
5 Pray for those who face social exclusion -
ethnic minorities, those with disabilities and those seeking asylum.
8 Pray for the Boys Brigade as they meet
tonight for their Sponsored Silence, pray that God will bless each boy and leader.
9 Pray for the Fairtrade ‘Big Breakfast’ at Kingcase Church Hall today.
10 As we come to worship together this
morning pray for all who take part in leading our worship, the AV team, David Watson, the people who lead our public prayers and reading and David, who brings us God’s word. Give thanks for all those who use their gifts and talents to further God’s kingdom .
11 Pray for the “Growing with God” groups
that as they meet and look at discipleship each person will grow and show God’s love in our community.
12 Give thanks for Home Groups, bless 6
Pray for vulnerable young people in Prestwick, Troon and Ayr who are being exploited. For support services to be able to work well together to protect and restore them to safe environments where they value education and work towards a future career.
7 “I will instruct you, says the Lord, and guide
you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch your progress” Psalm 32:8 Today open your heart to hear what God has planned for you and trust in His ways.
those who attend and those who open their homes. May each person grow in their knowledge of God’s word leading to a deeper relationship with Jesus
13 Pray that we as a congregation can show the love of our Lord Jesus Christ in our community. Help us to reach out and to show compassion and love to others.
14 “No wonder we are happy in the Lord! For we are trusting Him. We trust His holy name” Psalm 33:21 Give thanks today for a faithful God who is always with us.
15 Pray for leaders in South Ayrshire Council who are making tough budget decisions which will affect community services to have wisdom and put the needs of the community before popularity.
16 Thanks for the good relationships
between the churches in Prestwick and recent positive meeting of all Kirk Sessions.
17 Pray for the future ministry of the
Church of Scotland in Prestwick and in Scotland. Pray for ministry to meet the needs of the community showing compassion, hope and a living faith that brings joy and healing to people in need.
18 Pray for members who experience
loneliness or ill health and are faced with decisions about where to stay. I pray for our medical professionals who care and support people to feel valued and have opportunities to be refreshed in order to give of their best.
19 I pray for young people and their
teachers to have positive relationships and good learning environments so they can be the best they can be. We pray for more young people to engage in church and see faith as relevant to their life.
20 We pray for our church families who are separated due to study or work. Thank you for modern technology to help us keep in touch.
21 Lord I choose faith today, I choose the beauty of a life I cannot always see.