CREATING PRAYER POINTS
How to go about CREATING PRAYER POINTS
As a prayer ministry, a significant amount of our time is dedicated to creating prayer points and praying. There is no requirement that one should create prayer points. Neither is there a requirement that soldiers should plan what to target and what to capture when going into war.
When you recognise that prayer is warfare, you also acknowledge the value of planning for this war. There is no secret formula for creating prayer points. However, they can be created with certain themes or goals at their core.
What are you believing God for?
Today our churches are filled with individuals who have been drawn in by a message of what they can get from being there. The gospel of Christ has become one of material gain in many cases. This isn’t to say that God doesn’t want us to have any material. However, this is not the message of the cross, this is not what Christ’s death and resurrection was about. I say this as a disclaimer for the title above, “What are you believing God for?”
If one’s faith is confined to merely what they as an individual desire to gain from God, we are getting this wrong. As prayer warriors, which every single one of us should be, our role is to seek God’s heart and press his will into being, through prayer.
Our eyes need to become more open to the things that Christ’s eyes are open to. As an individual, this starts by asking God to remove the scales in our eyes that deny us a view and vision that is Christ-like.
You may not realise it, or simply refuse to acknowledge it, but our societies condition us to view things and groups of people in ways that are not necessarily Christ like. When this comes from within our societies, we can easily fail to recognise this. Father remove these unrighteous scales from our eyes, that we may truly see you.
Our hearts should not become so blindly patriotic to political parties and nations of this world, that we would not see the will of God in these things. There is a need for our hearts to be broken by the things that break the heart of the Lord.
The ministry of prayer is one of contrasting sorrow and victory. The sorrow and pain coming from truly seeing how broken we are as a people, and the victory of seeing God’s will come to pass in the lives of his people. Prayer points are about drawing God’s heart into what we pray for, that we may pray his will in all aspects of our lives.
We are called to be sold out to the kingdom of heaven, such that we are prepared to forsake earthly allegiances when they deviate from the plan. When you are thinking about what you are believing God for right now, raise the stakes.
- What are you believing God for in regards to your family?
- What are you believing God for when it comes to your faith? When it comes to your soul? Just because you are a baptised, tongue speaking church involved person doesn’t give guarantees beyond your congregation.
- What are you believing God for in regards to your city?
- What are you believing God for in regards to your country?
- What are you believing God for in regards to your continent?
- What are you believing God for in when it comes to the human race? We are at a critical point in our existence. Many are falling on the wayside? Are you comfortable watching this happen? Is it enough for you to go to heaven and forget about the plight of everyone else?
Once you have thought of these things and written an answer for each one of them, you also want to figure out what the Lord’s heart is for it all. The bible warns us that, if we do even the noblest of things outside of Christ, we do them in vain.
Matthew 10: 35
34Do not assume that I have come to bring peace to the earth; I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35For I have come to turn ‘A man against his father, a daughter against her mother, a daughter-in-lawagainst her mother-in-law.
This is not a pretty verse, so you will not often hear it thrown around. It does carry a promise, which is one of the things that believers love. When misunderstood, or misinterpreted, it will become very different.
It will present a character of Christ that is not true to his nature. However, in its truest form, it presents a side of Christ that is not often shared. The side of a sword wielding general. If you understand that this is the Prince Of Peace who is saying in no uncertain terms that he is not bringing peace.
What he means in the context of what we are discussing is that we cannot afford to put anyone or anything ahead of the gospel. This is a sentiment that is mirrored in his own life when his mother and brothers come looking for him. It is also mirrored in his childhood. “Do you not know that I have to be about my father’s business?” Being about your father’s business is founded on and grounded on prayer.
Intercession lives on these words, “Leave everything and follow me.” You are letting go of your personal feelings. You are letting go of your affiliations. You are letting go of your personal aspirations. At the very core, you are saying, “Lord I lay it all down, let your will be mine!”
This is by no means an easy thing. If you think of Jesus at Gethsemane, asking the Lord to pass this cup if at all possible, yet he knew that this cup was his purpose. Are you ready to lay all down if so required?
If the Lord was to ask you to intercede for someone who stands against what you believe in, are you ready to lay your personal feelings aside and do it? The body of Christ is divided over the things of this world. Politics plays such a massive role in the church. As an intercessor, your role is to steer clear of it all.
Donald Trump is a great example in this regard. We have reasons to love and to hate him on either side. Does your hate for an individual impede on your ability to pray for your leaders? David respected office so much that when he had reason to kill Saul, he chose to spare the life of the KING. You may have ample reason to despise Donald Trump, but are you praying for the life of the PRESIDENT?
Factor all these things in as you look into individuals and nations to create your prayer points for each day and for each year. We have many samples of prayer points on our website. Take some time to view these and get ideas on how to create ones that may work for you.
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47 Powerful And Effective Prayer Points With Bible Verses
Praying is by far the most powerful and wisest thing you can do for yourself, your loved ones and anyone around you.
Prayer moves the hands and heart of God. He desires your love, your time, your attention and your fellowship.
The more you pray, you will become a Prayer Warrior, an Intercessor just as Jesus (For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus - 1 Timothy 2:5) and the Holy Spirit (The Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words - Romans 8:26).
The more you pray, you will feel and live your life as if nothing is impossible. As you pray, your faith in God will grow stronger every day. Your strong faith will sustain you, and you will prevail.
This article is a compilation of effective prayer points, along with their corresponding Bible verses. Use them for your own personal spiritual growth and self-development.
May these prayer points be a springboard to a lifelong journey of intercession and a faith filled life, experiencing the loving kindness and the miracle-working power of God.
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What are Prayer Points?
A prayer point is taking a Bible principle, promise, statement, hymn, poem or affirmation, and then believe it, ask God for it and speak it into existence in your life.
For example, 1 Samuel 17:47 states:
All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord’s, and he will give all of you into our hands
If you use this verse to be your prayer point, you can pray or declare something like this:
The Lord is at my side
He is my mighty Hero
My battles are not mine
My struggles are not mine
My problems are not mine
I declare that through Him, the battle is already won
In Jesus Name
Amen!
Using affirmative prayer points is crucial, because you speak life into your spirit, body and soul. This is extremely powerful. It will change your life.
The Power of I AM
Did you know that these two words - I AM - have the power to either destroy or empower your life? Words are powerful weapons. You can use them for good or evil.
When you say "I AM", you are telling the Universe to give you anything that follows those two words. You are actually creating a movement. You are speaking something into existence.
Say "I AM Broke", and that is how you'll stay.
Say "I AM So Old", and wrinkles comes looking for you.
Say "I AM So Old", and wrinkles comes looking for you.
The "I AM's" that comes out of your mouth will bring either success or failure. Do you want more success and well-being in your life? Start speaking positive words into existence and you'll reeducate and condition yourself to attract wealth, honor, holiness, health, happiness and prosperity.
Here is a list of powerful I AM affirmations that could be used as prayer points. And here is a video of Joel Osteen talking more about the power of the words "I AM".
Prayer Points For Spiritual Growth
Declare that You Are in Christ
I believe and declare that I am a born again Child of God. I am born again through the living Word of God that lasts forever. Ref.: 1 Peter 1:23
All my sins are forgiven and washed by the Blood of Jesus. I am redeemed according to the riches of God's grace. Ref.: Ephesians 1:7
I am in Christ, therefore I am a new creature. My past is forgotten, the old things are gone and everything is new. Ref.: 2 Corinthians 5:17
God has rescued me from the power of darkness and He brought me into Jesus' Kingdom. Ref.: Colossians 1:13
My flesh is crucified with Christ. I am not the one living now, but Christ is living in me. I live by faith in Christ, the Son of God. Ref.: Galatians 2:20
God chose me before the creation of this world. Through Christ, He chose me, loved me and made me His Child again. I am His possession. He brought me out of the darkness into His wonderful light. Ref.: Ephesians 1:4-6; 1 Peter 2:9
Declare You Are Filled with the Holy Spirit
I don't own my body, for I am a temple of the Holy Spirit who lives within me. Ref.: 1 Corinthians 6:19
I am in Christ and God claimed me as His property by giving me His Holy Spirit. Ref.: Ephesians 1:13
I am walking by the Spirit and I declare that my flesh has no power over me. Ref.: Galatians 5:16-17
God chose me and gave me His Holy Spirit, wisdom, understanding, knowledge and all kinds of skills. Ref.: Exodus 31:3
Your Life-Journey with Christ
I trust in the Lord with all my heart and all my soul. I don't depend on my own knowledge and understanding. With every step I take, I will think about God's will in my life. Ref.: Proverbs 3:5–6
My paths and my journey on this world are blessed, because my hope is in the Lord. Ref.: Jeremiah 17:7
God is doing wonders in my life. I believe that He started something good in me and He will complete it on the day when Jesus Christ comes again. Ref.: Philippians 1:6
Jesus is in me and I will continue to live for Him. My strength and my hopes is in Him. And every day my faith in Him will grow stronger. Ref.: Colossians 2:6-7
I won't stop, but I will keep running as hard as possible to win the prize of eternal life that God promised me through Christ. Ref.: Philippians 3:14
All my steps are guided by the Word of God that is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. Ref.: Psalm 119:105
Prayer Points For Strength & Guidance
I believe and accept that the Lord is my refuge and my strength. The earth can quake, the seas can roar, the mountains can shake, but I will not fear. When the storms of life appear, my God is here to help me. Ref.: Psalm 46:1-3
My God, my Lord, my Heavenly Father is my strength, my defense, my song and my salvation. I am secured and nothing and no one can move me. Thank you Lord. I exalt and honor you! Ref.: Exodus 15:2
I am not afraid of this world, because the Lord goes before me. His powerful hands lead me and His unconditional love sustains me. I am not worried for He will not fail me or leave me. Ref.: Deuteronomy 31:8
The Lord, my God created me, named me and saved me from the darkness. I am His property. Therefore, when I go through rivers, I will not drown. When I walk through fire, the flames will not hurt me. The Holy One of Israel is my God and my Savior. Ref.: Isaiah 43:1-3
I believe that the Lord is my light and my salvation. I am not afraid! I believe that the Lord is the stronghold of my life. I am not afraid! Evil people around me might attack me. My enemies may try to destroy me. But, they will not succeed. They will stumble and fall. Ref.: Psalm 27: 1-3
I am filled with the Holy Spirit of God. And the Spirit within me gives me power, love, self-discipline and a sound mind. Ref.: 2 Timothy 1:7
In God alone my soul finds rest. He is my Rock, the only one who can save me. He is my high place of safety. I will not be tense with fear when troubles come. I will never be shaken. Ref.: Psalm 62:1-2
The Lord my God of all grace will restore me and make me strong, firm and steadfast. I will be stronger than ever. Ref.: 1 Peter 5: 10
I don't worry about my situation. Although it seems like impossible, I trust and believe that with God everything is possible. Ref.: Matthew 19:26
I believe and accept that I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength and power. Ref.: Philippians 4:13
Heavenly Father! In accordance to your word, I ask you: Give me strength to face every day. Give me strength for tough times and power to win my battles. Give me the patience to wait on you. I am convinced that in due time you will renew my strength. I will mount up with wings like eagles. I will run, and not be weary. I will walk, and not get tired. Ref.: Isaiah 40:28-31
I trust and believe that you, Oh Lord, will strengthen me. You will help me! You will supply all my needs with your righteous right hand. Ref.: Isaiah 41:10
I know that God is the one who gives me strength. He clears the path I need to take. He prepares me for the daily battle of life and gives me strength to overcome anything and to always stand firm and courageous. Ref.: Psalm 18:32-34
Prayer Points For Inner Peace
Oh Lord, my burden is heavy, my life is in turmoil and has turned upside down. Jesus, teach me how to conquer and how to stay calm, with abundant peace of mind, in every situation. Give me your light burden and sweet yoke. I trust that you can give my soul rest. Ref.: Matthew 11:28-30
I declare that I am not anxious about anything. I rely on the presence of the Holy Spirit for inner peace. Stress will not overpower me, but my mind is now clear and calm. I believe that the peace of God, that surpasses all understanding, is guarding my heart and my thoughts. Ref.: Philippians 4:6-7
Oh Heart of mine: Be still and know that Jesus' love is unconditional
Oh Mind of mine: Be still and know that the Holy Spirit will never leave you
Oh Soul of mine: Be still and know that God the Father is the Infinite King of the Universe and that's why I can rest in Him.
Ref.: Psalm 46:10
Oh Mind of mine: Be still and know that the Holy Spirit will never leave you
Oh Soul of mine: Be still and know that God the Father is the Infinite King of the Universe and that's why I can rest in Him.
Ref.: Psalm 46:10
In this very moment, I humble myself under the mighty hand of God. I give Him now all my worries, because I know he cares for my well-being. Ref.: 1 Peter 5:6-7
My heart and my mind are not troubled. I trust in God, and I trust in Jesus. I trust that I will experience God’s peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will keep me. Ref.: John 14:1
Prayer Points For Financial Breakthrough
I serve the Infinite King of the Universe. He is my God and I declare and trust that He will supply all my needs from all His riches in glory through Jesus Christ. Ref.: Philippians 4:19
Father, open the floodgates of Heaven and pour out blessings that are beyond measures and beyond the imagination of this world. Let me have more than enough of everything. Ref.: Malachi 3:10
Lord, teach me to give to others my time and my money beyond measures. Teach me to serve others without reward or recognition. And I trust that in return you will bless me with grace, favor and riches. Ref.: Acts 20:35
Oh Lord, bless my finances with abundance and cause me to prosper. God, give me more influence and opportunities. Allow me to reach new heights. Enlarge my territory and shower me with blessings. Ref.: 1 Chronicles 4:10
I pronounce now a miraculous and total recovery of all my debts. I believe that very soon I will receive a monetary blessing that will allow me to pay off all my debts completely. I receive now total liberty and deliverance from the yoke of debt. I will no longer be enslaved by debt holders. Ref.: Proverbs 22:7
I declare now: I lack nothing! I am a child of God, bought by the precious Blood of Jesus. My Heavenly Father is the King of the Universe. He owns the Earth and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. I declare again: I lack nothing! Ref.: Psalm 24:1
My cup runs over and goodness, mercy, favor, riches, wealth and abundance will follow me all the days of my life. Ref.: Psalm 23:5-6
Prayer Points For Healing
Oh Lord, forgive all my sins and heal all my diseases. Redeem my life from destruction. Crown me with your loving kindness and tender mercies. Renew and restore me. Ref.: Psalm 103:2-5
Jesus, please heal me! Restore me! Redeem me! Renew me! Revitalize me! Strengthen my bones! Revive my soul! Save my life from the hands of sickness! If you want, you can do it. Ref.: Jeremiah 17:14
You are the Lord that healeth me. You are the Lord my Healer. Please, send your word and heal my disease. There is healing power in your Word. Just, say it Lord and I know that I will be restored. My healing is coming my way. I believe it. I now receive my healing. Ref.: Psalm 107:20
Lord, I don't deserve you. I know that I am not worthy and I am not good enough for you. But, I need you more than ever before. I know you have the authority to tell my sickness to go. Just say one word, and I will be healed. Ref.: Matthew 8:8-9
Jesus, you said in your Word: "If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes". In accordance to your Holy Word: I believe and I speak healing and restoration into existence. I proclaim healing on my body. I declare that I am free from the bondage of sickness and disease. The chains of sickness and pain are now destroyed. I believe it and I now receive it. Ref.: Mark 9:23
Jesus is the Lord and Savior of my life. Sickness and disease have no power over me. I declare that I am free from sin and guilt. I am dead to sin and alive to righteousness. Colossians 1:21-22
Jesus took all my infirmities and bore my sickness. I strongly refuse to allow sickness to control my body and my life. The precious Blood of Jesus covers me. The Life of God flows within me. I believe and declare that every fiber in my body is healed and completely restored. Ref.: Matthew 8:17
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