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Developing A Biblical World View
INTERCESSION IS SCRIPTURAL:
The Old Testament contains many examples where the course of an entire nation was changed as the result of intercession. The intercession by Nehemiah in the book bearing his name is one excellent example. Several Scriptural directives call us to this activity:
I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;
For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. (I Timothy 2:1-2)
Then saith He unto His disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers are few;
Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that He will send forth laborers into His harvest. (Matthew 9:37-38)
. . . For mine house shall be called an house of prayer for all people. (Isaiah 56:7)
PRAYER IS AN ACTIVITY UPON WHICH ALL OTHERS DEPEND:
Prayer is the greatest source of spiritual power known to mankind. Prayer results in revival, and revival produces zeal for evangelism. Evangelism results in the spread of the Gospel of the Kingdom. Plans and programs of evangelism are important, but prayer is vital to their success. It is the sustaining foundation of ministry and the base of operations.
THERE ARE NO LIMITS TO INTERNATIONAL INTERCESSION:
There are no closed nations, no secured borders through which prayer cannot pass. Prayer can go to the ends of the earth. You may never leave your own home, but through prayer you can travel spiritually throughout the world to anyone in need. Prayer allows you limitless mission. Distance, social status, and language create no barriers for prayer.
Prayer is the one "world mission" available to all believers. It provides a way for us to get involved with world evangelization without a moment's delay. You are never too old or young for this ministry. You are never too ill or disabled. It is an active participation in God's global cause upon which there are no restrictions.
A PRAYER PLAN
The following prayer plan can be used for personal or group international intercession. It will provide specific focus for your prayers. The plan is for an hour long prayer session. This is only a guide to focus your prayers. Do not limit yourself to the suggested times if God should burden you to pray longer. Remember to always pray in the name of Jesus, as He taught. This relates your prayers to His cause and concerns.