HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH PRAYER DIARY SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE TIMES 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00A.M.
MONDAYEVANGELISTIC PRAYER
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 91-93; 1 Corinthians 7
Monday, August 14
Matt. 14:30 But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to
sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.
Dear Heavenly Father:
Sinking times should be seeking times. Let me keep watch for that person
today nearest rock bottom. I know people who are in hours of pain, physical
anguish. They find themselves driven to prayer naturally, even if they are
unbelievers. Lord, help me lead them to the mercy-seat for safety. Heavens great
shelter from the storm of life is Jesus Christ. Thousands of weather-beaten lives
have found their haven there. Allow me by your Holy Spirit to lead them to him
at the time their storm comes.
EVEN A SHORT WITNESS IS LONG ENOUGH. Not length but strength is
needed. I want to be fervent and intense about the realities and verities of faith. A
sense of need is a mighty convincer of spiritual reality. Give __________ and
__________ that sense of need for salvation today. If my testimony had less tail
feathers of pride and more wings of witness, it would work lots better. Wordiness
is to the gospel like chaff to wheat. Help me lead them directly straight to Jesus.
THEIR EXTREMITY IS THE GOSPELS OPPORTUNITY. A sense of danger can
immediately force a cry for help. Jesus, your heart follows what your ears hear. I
thank you that your hand does not delay to save anyone who will trust in your
grace. At the moment they appeal, your swift Spirit takes instant action.
Who is nearly drowned by the flood of affliction? Let me lift their soul to
the Savior I pray, for he will not allow them to die. When I cannot do anything
else for them, Jesus can do all things. I pray now, God, to enlist your powerful
aid on my side. Make it well with our souls through the cross. I ask this because
of the travail of your Son Jesus on the cross. Amen.
A DAILY PATTERN FOR PRAYER & BIBLE READING
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 100-102; 1 Corinthians 10
Thursday, August 17
2 Chron. 20:17 Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still,
and see the salvation of the Lord with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed;
to morrow go out against them: for the Lord will be with you.
IM pressing on the upward way, new heights Im gaining every day;
Still praying as Im onward bound, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
My heart has no desire to stay where doubts arise and fears dismay;
Though some may dwell where those abound, my prayer, my aim, is higher
ground.
I want to live above the world, though Satans darts at me are hurled;
For faith has caught the joyful sound, the song of saints on higher ground.
I want to scale the utmost height and catch a gleam of glory bright;
But still Ill pray till Heavn Ive found, Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
Lord, lift me up and let me stand, by faith, on Heavens table land,
A higher plane than I have found; Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
Johnson Oatman, Jr., 1898
Focus Verse (for memorization & meditation)Prayer Diary link available online at http://www.hbcbluesprings.org/prayer-diary/
TUESDAYFOCUS ON CHRISTS CROSS
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 94-96; 1 Corinthians 8
Tuesday, August 15
Luke 22:44 And being in an agony he prayed more earnestly: and his sweat was as it
were great drops of blood falling down to the ground.
Heavenly Lord:
Being in an agony, you mean for me to see how my sin changed
everything about you into sorrow
Being in an agony, it turned all your riches of deity into poverty
Being in an agony, it turned your peace into tribulation
Being in an agony, it turned your glory into shame
Gethsemane, as a place of prayer, was once a peaceful retreat. Sweet
devotion brought you into communion with your Father. My sin transformed
that garden paradise into the focus of your sorrow and center of your woe.
When I am sick I like to lie down in my own bed. So you chose to endure
your agony in your own garden prayer-closet. Let me do the same! Make the
griefs I endure be counterbalanced by the peace of purity, the calm of
fellowship, and the joy of ministry. Thank you for letting me see your sorrow
when you stood where I should have been standing!
I know what it is to be very heavy, not finding words for explanation. When
deep depression comes, when I forget everything that could sustain my spirit, and
I sink down into a feeling of despair. Then I can sympathize with you, my Lord
Jesus. Others think me foolish, call me nervous, or tell me to cheer myself up.
They do not know the case. If they understood, they would not mock me with
impossible admonitions. Let me simply follow your sterling example: he prayed
more earnestly. Let me do so when my heart is overwhelmed. Then my sadness will
have at least that one worthwhile effect. Because I know the sweetness of
fellowship with you only in similar sufferings to yours. Amen.
FRIDAY CORPORATE PRAYER MINISTRY
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 103-105; 1 Corinthians 11
Friday, August 18
Psa. 1:3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth
his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.
Lord of Life and Light:
We ask for strength both to bear, and to be, and to do. In seasons of
sickness we ask for health to keep serving you. In seasons of trouble we ask for
deliverance. As soon as we are aware of guilt we ask forgiveness, and for a fresh
application of the blood of Jesus Christ! This is the way to emotional health.
Bless our church and our missionaries more and more. Make this a season
of fruitfulness. Oh what riches you gave in the past! When I look back on the
months and years, what a wondrous thing you have wrought. You should not be
without our song. Even when we are not feeling as well as we should, and our
voice is broken and cracked, it shall not be silent. If every harp-string is broken
but one, we will still resound the love of Jesus and redound the glory of God.
As long as we live, let us bless you. Help us divorce our soul from the
kingdom of thingdom and cares of this life, and marry it only to Jesus. All we
need is him in order to be content. This is the way to relieve anxiety attacks.
Reveal yourself to us. Lift up the veil and draw us nearer to you. Since we
are raised up together with Christ, grant us a glimpse of your glory in our lives.
Give it to each of our missionaries as well. Give it to our pastors. Give it to the
ministry leaders in our church.
Bless our country at this time of recovery. In your infinite mercy preserve
us through good leadership. Let peace reign so the gospel can spread. Give us
wisdom for foolishness, and strength where wisdom reigns. And make a way for
the growth of our church at the same time you make a way for the progress of
the gospel in our city. For we ask it all in Jesus name and stead. Amen.
WEDNESDAYREVIVAL PRAYING
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 109-111; 1 Corinthians 13
Wednesday, August 20
Psa. 50:16 But unto the wicked God saith, What hast thou to do to declare my
statutes, or that thou shouldest take my covenant in thy mouth?
Sanctifying God:
There is nary a grain of holiness on the entire planet unless it is a work of
the Holy Spirit. Scoffers completely despise hypocrites who live inconsistent lives
that contradict their verbal testimonies. The witness of unholy men or women is
no more acceptable to you Lord, than the homage demons paid you in your
earthly ministry. That is why you told them, Hold thy peace.
An unholy life makes it so you can not do many mighty works there (Matt.
13:58). That is why, for revival, I need the Spirit of God. I dare not go out and
battle with sin until I put on the whole armor of the Spirit. Mountains of sin will
not be cast into the sea unless you, blessed Spirit, make the word effective. Give
me a spirit of holiness by filling me with your Holy Spirit!
Eph. 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching
thereunto
Watching! Give me a spirit of supplication by your Spirit. I cannot have
revival without praying for revival, but I need a spirit of prayer to make my
revival praying effective. You will not show your power unless I entreat you, but
all acceptable pleading is only brought-on by the Spirit of Christ. You will not
accept any desire that is not excited, instigated, and integrated in my heart by the
secret work of your Spirit.
Prayer is spiritual, so prayer is the creation of your Spirit. I cannot do
without prayer, but I cannot pray unless your Spirit groans with me and within
me. Hence my desperate dependence on you! I depend on you in prayer, and I
depend on the Holy Spirit to help me pray right now. Give us revival! Amen.
SATURDAYIN THE PSALMS
Chronological Bible Reading: Psalm 106-108; 1 Corinthians 12
Saturday, August 19
Psa. 78:1 Give ear, O my people, to my law: incline your ears to the words of my
mouth.
Almighty God:
The psalmist Asaph wanted his countrymen to pay attention to his patriotic
teaching. Oh Lord, that you would give your truth a tongue through me. Train
me in discipleship, and send me out to declare your word with power.
Shall you speak and I not listen with an obedient heart? Help me read your
wordnot just to study its meaning, but to practice its teaching. Bible reading
doesnt help me, but what I find as I read it does! I lend my ear to music all the
time; how much more should I listen to the song of scripture? The letter of your
word is precious, but the deeper, spiritual harmonies are priceless.
Rom. 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.
Since I know you Lord, I will trust you. That way I can be led by your Spirit
to reach the goal of all spiritual teaching. The result will be holy living, and not
having a full head with an empty heart.
Psa. 78:14 In the daytime also he led them with a cloud, and all the night with a light
of fire.
How often have I failed you just like Israel did, even though I possess every
weapon of grace? I march very gallantly until the hour of the test, then fail to
wage war against my sins. Oh boo. Too many times, idols are set-up and vows
forsaken. So help me maintain a pure testimony in front of others.
You brought me to the wilderness, so you will lead me through it. Your
cloud will both guide me in the way and shadow me on the way. And in the
night, then the sign of your presence is with me. So let me trust in your grace to
provide for every situation I face. I will do it because Jesus is Lord. Amen.
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HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH
HOW TO BUILD A BALANCED LIFE
1) TIMEWORSHIP
Mark 1:35 And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and
departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.
GIVE GOD THE FIRST PART OF EVERY DAY. The first commitment is
to a daily quiet time with God. Our weekly Prayer Diary provides a template for daily
devotions.
2) TITHEWORK
1 Cor 16:2 Upon the first day of the week let every one of you lay by him in store, as God
hath prospered him, that there be no gatherings when I come.
GIVE GOD THE FIRST DIME OF EVERY DOLLARno questions
asked. Ten percent is a miniscule amount in our affluent society, but it must come
off the top in order to show that God is our priority. We want the blessing of the
firstfruits (first devotion, first dime and first day) to flow out to the rest of our
resources.
3) TEAMWORD
Heb 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is;
but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
GIVE GOD THE FIRST DAY OF EVERY WEEK. You should fellowship
with a group of believers around the word of God every Sunday in our church.
QUALITY CHRISTIANITY INVOLVES THREE THINGS
Keeping Christ at the center (your core relationship of worship to God)
Keeping the body of Christ a priority (your congregational relationship of
walking with us)
Basing beliefs and actions on the mind of Christ (your church relationship in
the Word)
Prayer Diary link available online at http://www.hbcbluesprings.org/prayer-diary/
AUGUST 13, 2017
WELCOME
Welcome to our visitors! Please take connection cards from the back of the pew
in front of you, fill out the visitor portion, and put it in the offering plate. You are
our guest and wed like to know you are here!
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
TODAY
Shuttle Service Park at the sign at Blue Springs High School, 8:30A.M.-12:30P.M.
Ministerio Hispao La Cosecha 10:45A.M. en el saln 6. Spanish to English
translation now available! Servicio en Ingls traducido en Espaol 9:00A.M.
Young Adults Class (YAC) Couples & singles meet 11:00A.M. in room 4
Trip Meeting For those going to Israel in November, 5:30P.M. in room 6
NO Sunday evening services this month as we have August Outreach: Bibles
& Brunch, THIS Sat, 9:00A.M., Invite & Ice Cream Tues nights, 7:00P.M., Pre-
Labor Day Church & Community Picnic, Sun Aug. 27, 1:00P.M. at Baumgardner
Park, on 22nd St across from the church.
NO WEDNESDAY MIDWEEK SERVICES UNTIL AFTER LABOR DAY
SATURDAY
LFBI Institute Courses begin! Essentials: Genesis 8:00A.M. Bible Survey 1
9:45A.M. Theology & Dispensations (Wed nights @HBC!) Enroll at lfbi.org
NEXT SUNDAY
Each year FBC Raytown workers take your kids and teach them at All-Church
Camp. There will be an appreciation dinner for them next Sun, 6:00P.M. at
Midtown Baptist Temple, 3953 Walnut. Sign up in the lobby and help serve!
AUGUST 22 & 25
Sharpen Your Sword (SYS) Bible Study on Jesus Said I Am starts. Choose
Tues evenings 7:00P.M. OR Fri mornings 9:30A.M. Limited child care available
Tues. None on Fri. Questions? Stephanie Archie at sys@hbcbluesprings.org
MINISTRY & SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Every|Man MANCAMP Sept. 22-24, Fri night to Sun afternoon. Obstacle
Course Gun Safety/Range Amazing Food Bonfires to melt your face off
Our MANCAMP is not just for men, but designed to take our boys and create
men with challenges from the Word on what it means to be a Biblical man! An
EPIC Adventure for Dads and their Sons, and men and boys from the church.
Consider BEING a gift by GIVING a gift and support a Zambia child for
$28 a month or only $336 for the entire year! This supplies a church feeding-
center and school in Nakonde. Designate on your envelope or online.
HARVEST BAPTIST CHURCH
PRAYER DIARY
INTERCEDE WITH GOD INSTRUCT SAINTS
PROMPT PETITIONS KICKSTART DEVOTION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Baptists tend to ridicule liturgical churches that use "prepared prayers" because
they lack spontaneity. But for many Baptists, their prayers are so predictable they are
no more spontaneous than written-out prayers. The result is we end up praying the
same things over and over.
This daily Prayer Diary will prompt you on a wide range of prayer requests you
might not normally think of, while forcing you to articulate a deeper devotion to
God. We have included a daily Bible reading schedule. This plan will take you
through the Bible chronologically in a year.
Do not read ahead and do not try to catch up. Use each day as it comes. Then
you can know that on any given day, dozens of other people are lifting their hearts in
the same mind to God. Pray what is written, but use what is prayed as a springboard
for your own relationship with God. You learn to pray by praying.
Alan
Secret prayer is the secret of prayer, the soul of prayer, the seal of prayer, the
strength of prayer. If you do not pray alone you do not pray at all. Our Lord Jesus
Christ would go nowhere till He had prayed. He would attempt nothing till He had
prayed.
Oh, says one, I live in the spirit of prayer, and therefore I do not need times
and seasons for prayer. And do you think that Christ did not live in the spirit of
prayer? Yet He had to have his special time and place to pray. Do not fall under the
injurious notion that because your spirit cries to God in prayer all day long, therefore
there must not be some season for more immediately coming into Gods presence. If
you imagine this, I am afraid that it will prove a snare to your feet. The Lord Jesus
Christ, who knew better than you do that the main thing is the spirit of prayer rather
than the act of prayer, yet Himself retired into desert places to maintain the act and
exercise of prayer. Be spiritual. Be baptized into the spirit of prayer. But do not be
deceived by the enemy, who can steal a spirit away while we dream that we only
spiritualize it. We had better preserve the very bones of prayerthe posture, the
time, placerather than let it all ooze away into an impalpable mental condition.
God keep us prayerful. He will do so if He makes us like His dear Son.
Charles H. Spurgeon, 1834-92