Posted on 11/14/2018 5:43:49 PM PST by metmom
Edited on 11/14/2018 5:54:19 PM PST by Sidebar Moderator. [history]
To say that our nation is in serious trouble is a vast understatement. We are daily being bombarded with news of immorality and corruption in all levels of politics and society.
We are under attack on many fronts.
Abortion is still legal, homosexuality and sexual perversion is being flaunted and lauded in the streets, elections are being brazenly stolen right under our noses as we watch, and nobody is stopping it, God was kicked out of our schools and public life decades ago. Our culture has embraced humanism and sees no need for God.
It's become clear that this has been going on for decades, but the rate at which it's escalating is alarming. It's very frustrating to watch and read the news these days.
But we know that the battle that's being fought is really a spiritual battle and needs to be fought on a spiritual level.
Ephesians 6:10-18 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.
Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication.
With that in mind, several of us thought that having a day of prayer and fasting for our country is needed. So if you would join us this Saturday, we will pray together for our country. Whether you can fast for the whole day Saturday, or just a meal, or for those who cannot, give something else up.
But let us commit this day to fasting and praying for God's mercy to change the course of our country, back to one that honors and glorifies Him.
Some things that I see a need to pray for would be for spiritual renewal both in the church and among the people in this nation, protection from attack and infiltration by our enemies, that God would raise up godly leaders and remove from office those who are out to destroy our country and support sin and unrighteousness, that the laws would be enforced and honest elections would occur.
I know I have missed many of the needs we have, so please feel free to add your own prayers as comments.
I want to thank all those FReepers who have posted the America Prayer Vigil threads so faithfully. I am convinced it was through the prayers of godly people that President Trump was elected in God's mercy and grace, to give us one more chance.
Please join us this Saturday, Nov 17, for a day of prayer and fasting for our nation.
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May we commit ourselves to fast and pray as intercessors for America and her people.
I think it’s up to the church, the body of believers, to be responsible for the spiritual health of our country.
Since this battle is a spiritual one, no one else is equipped to deal with it effectively.
A great idea. I will join you.
Thank you.
God bless you.
Thanks metmom
Isaiah 58:5-9 (NKJV) 5 Is it a fast that I have chosen, A day for a man to afflict his soul? [Is it] to bow down his head like a bulrush, And to spread out sackcloth and ashes? Would you call this a fast, And an acceptable day to the LORD? 6 “[Is] this not the fast that I have chosen: To loose the bonds of wickedness, To undo the heavy burdens, To let the oppressed go free, And that you break every yoke? 7 [Is it] not to share your bread with the hungry, And that you bring to your house the poor who are cast out; When you see the naked, that you cover him, And not hide yourself from your own flesh? 8 Then your light shall break forth like the morning, Your healing shall spring forth speedily, And your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard. 9 Then you shall call, and the LORD will answer; You shall cry, and He will say, ‘Here I [am.]’ “If you take away the yoke from your midst, The pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness,
Great idea, metmom. I share your frustration and will be praying and fasting with you.
Count me in!
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I will join you. Ive been guilty of despairing in recent days. (Especially with the voter fraud, thats gotten me down more than anything lately.)
Trusting in God and praying is so much better!
I think all of us can relate to that feeling of despair.
I think the thing that’s got us down so much is that nobody seems to care enough to do anything about it.
There have been some republicans who are protesting, but NOBODY is enforcing the laws on the books and putting a stop to it.
It’s like those who elected to represent us have just betrayed us and handed everything over to the enemy.
Joining my brothers and sisters in the Lord to fast and pray for God's forgiveness and healing of our nation.
Count me in!
Thanks to all who are joining us.
Joining with you on Sat. Thank you for this thread.
Praise the Lord! I will be praying and fasting too!
And I beheld, and, lo, in the midst of the throne and of the four beasts, and in the midst of the elders, stood a Lamb as it had been slain, having seven horns and seven eyes, which are the seven Spirits of God sent forth into all the earth.
And he came and took the book out of the right hand of him that sat upon the throne.
And when he had taken the book, the four beasts and four and twenty elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them harps, and golden vials full of odours, which are the prayers of saints.
And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation;
And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
And I beheld, and I heard the voice of many angels round about the throne and the beasts and the elders: and the number of them was ten thousand times ten thousand, and thousands of thousands;
Saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power, be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb for ever and ever. Revelation 5:6-13
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Hebrews 4:12
“Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.” John 4:35
Thanks, metmom for posting this thread. We must press in with prayer to win this battle for the soul of America. Count me in.
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