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21 Days | Day 10: Who is My Neighbor?

READ: Luke 10:25-37

 

MEDITATE: We all have misconceptions we need God to turn upside down. Fasting opens our spiritual eyes to see things from His perspective and help us better understand the heart of God.

 

PRAY: God, may my motivation for this time of prayer and fasting be to draw closer to you. Give me a fresh perspective. Open my eyes to see those around me as you see them.

 

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

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Contributors: Lance Pierce, Worship Pastor & Alli Pierce, Experiences Ministry Assistant

21 Days | Day 9: Keep the Fire Burning

READ: Leviticus 6:9, 13

 

MEDITATE: Just as God gave the priests instructions, remind yourself that your commitment is to God, not man. Ask God to show you things that may tempt you to break your fast and help you remove them from your life. Ask the Holy Spirit to keep the “fire burning” as you set aside time to fast and pray today.

 

PRAY: Lord, I acknowledge there may be things that are making it hard to keep my prayer and fasting commitment. I recommit to you (not to myself or to others) that I will continue. I know that I can’t keep the fire burning through my own efforts. So, Holy Spirit, please keep the fires burning in the time I spend with you today. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

 

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

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Contributors: Dr. Kirk Walters, Lead Pastor & David Lewis, Community Care Pastor

21 Days | Day 8: The Right Kind of Fast

READ: Isaiah 58:1-9

 

MEDITATE: The Israelites claimed to desire God’s ways but fell short in doing what He had already asked them to do. The right way to approach the Lord is to humbly serve others. And when we do, the Lord promises to hear our “cry for help” and be present for us.

 

PRAY: Heavenly Father, please show me ways I've been disobedient to you. Whether it is something I failed to do OR something wrong that I did, please show me that I might confess and turn from it. Help me to see and serve others with humility and love; for in those moments, I know I will find you near me.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

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Contributors: Brett Mayes, Administrative Pastor and Missions Director & Stace Mayes, Life Group Coordinator

HERE AS IN HEAVEN: Thy Kingdom Come

Teaching from Mount Paran North in Marietta, GA

 

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21 Days | Day 6: The Power of a Pause

READ: Psalm 67

 

MEDITATE: When was the last time you sat still and did nothing but think about who God is? Often the assurance we need is found in remembering what God has already done.

 

PRAY: In the frantic, fast pace of life, help me to slow down and calm my thoughts. Help me to meditate on your word and reflect on your many blessings; to be still and know you are God.

 

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

https://mountparannorth.com/21-day-prayer-fast/

 

Contributors: Ryan Joiner, Family Ministry Director and Middle School Pastor & Mark Rasey, North Kids Pastor

21 Days | Day 5: Fasting and the Power of Praise

READ: Isaiah 42:10, 12-13

 

MEDITATE: It is easy for us to focus on things from our circumstances, feelings, and perspectives. However, praising God changes the way we view and think about things. It causes us to look up to Him and to trust Jesus just like Simon Peter did.

 

PRAY: Lord, please help me to sing a “new song” to you today. May I lift my eyes, look to you, and glorify you with praise. In doing that, I know I will experience your presence and power in my life through my fasting and praise.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

https://mountparannorth.com/21-day-prayer-fast/

 

Contributors: Jason Duncan, Experiences Pastor & Julie Duncan, Finance Assistant

21 Days | Day 4: How to Fast for Peace

READ: John 14:27; Philippians 4:6-9

 

MEDITATE: True peace is a gift that only comes from God. The world cannot give it to us, but we can experience it through the presence of the Holy Spirit, our Advocate and Helper. Ask the Holy Spirit to be present in your life and reveal His presence to you for with it he brings peace.

 

PRAY: Holy Spirit, is there something causing me stress or anxiety today? If so, please show them to me. Help me to give those things to you, grant me your peace instead, and help me to experience you, God the Father, and the Son (Jesus Christ). I thank you in advance for the peace you will bring to my heart and mind today.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

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Contributors: Drew Norris, Connections Pastor & Jon Rogers, Discipleship Pastor

21 Days | Day 3: Designed for Answered Prayer

READ: John 14:13-14; 15:16; 12:23-24; 1 John 5:14-15; Matthew 7:7-8

 

MEDITATE: Have you grown weary waiting for an answer to prayer? Don’t give up! Be persistent. Trust God’s plan.

 

PRAY: Lord, may I be persistent in my prayers, never giving up. Help me to place my trust in you, knowing that your timing is perfect.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

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Contributors: Alli Pierce, Experiences Ministry Assistant & Grace Newland, Assistant Worship Leader

21 Days | Day 2: How to Fast for Revelation

READ: Proverbs 29:18; John 14:26; 16:13-14; Proverbs 25:2; Ephesians 1:16-17

 

MEDITATE: God wants to speak to us. What are some things you need God to reveal to you over these 21 days? Write those things down and commit them to the Lord. And then be expectant for God to speak.

 

PRAY: God, I desire to hear from you and to know you better. Help me to clear my mind and thoughts so that I may hear your voice and learn from you.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

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21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

https://mountparannorth.com/21-day-prayer-fast/

 

Contributors: Jason Duncan, Experiences Pastor & Dr. Scott Bennett, Communications Pastor

21 Days | Day 1: Here as in Heaven

READ: Matthew 6:5-13; Revelation 21:4

 

MEDITATE: As we begin these 21 days of prayer and fasting, may we relationally approach God during our time with Him. Whether reading the Bible, praying, or fasting, let us allow God to search our hearts and minds. May we not be like the hypocrites and pagans, but rather authentic and honest with Him.

 

PRAY: Heavenly Father, I ask for your Holy Spirit to show me the true motives of my heart and mind. May I seek you and what you want for my life. I pray that I allow your will to be done in my life “as it is in Heaven”.

 

Need prayer? Submit a prayer request online:

https://mountparannorth.com/prayer-request/

 

21 Days of Prayer & Fasting website:

https://mountparannorth.com/21-day-prayer-fast/

 

Contributors: Dr. Kirk Walters, Lead Pastor & Brett Mayes, Administrative Pastor and Missions Director