Let us ponder in our hearts today whether we truly are obedient to God or do we try to offer Him a compromise when He gives us instructions? God already knows how our heart is gong to react. We can fool man, saying we will do it and either have no intentions to do it or later just not follow through, but we certainly cannot deceive the all-wise, all-knowing God! We are either in obedience or not; 99 1/2 won't do!
In today's reading,Exodus 10:1 through 12:13, The Lord hardened Pharaoh's heart and sent the 8th plague, "locusts", the 9th plague, "darkness" and the 10th plague, "death". Why did God harden Pharaoh's heart?
- So that He could perform miraculous signs
- So that Moses could tell his children and grandchildren
how the Lord dealt harshly with the Egyptians and how
He performed His signs among them and
- that Moses may know that He is The Lord
Pharaoh did not listen to what the Lord said through Moses and Aaron, ("Let my people go!") Instead, he offered Moses a compromise: he would let only the men go, not the women and children. This caused the 8th plague, "locusts" settling in every area of Egypt. Locusts are one of the most destructive of creatures. A swarm may have an average density of 130,000,000 locusts per square mile. They can denude hundreds of square miles quickly, bringing horror, despair and terrible economic consequences to the inhabitants. (Joel 2:1-11), Pharaoh quickly summoned Moses and Aaron to pray the Lord take the deadly plague away from him. After Moses interceded on Pharaoh's behalf, the Lord sovereignly changed the direction of the wind, carrying the locusts away. Pharaoh still would not let the Israelites go because God hardened his heart. The Lord sent the 9th plague, "darkness that can be felt", a supernatural darkness. No man was able to see anyone else! This was an especially significant judgment on Egypt, for the sun god, Ra was one of her chief deities. Pharaoh offered a fourth compromise to Moses: women and children could go, but flocks and herds could not. The Lord brought one more plague on Pharaoh and on Egypt. The Lord told Moses around Midnight, Moses would go through Egypt and every first born son in Egypt, from the first born son of Pharaoh to the first born of the slave girl and the first born of the cattle would die. Though loud wailing would be heard throughout Egypt, the Lord said, "among the Israelites, not a dog would bark at any man or animal", meaning no one would offer the least resistance when Israel left Egypt. Thus, they knew the Lord had msde a distinction between Egypt and Israel. Pharaoh's heart being hardened by the Lord still would not let the Israelites go out of the country.
The Lord's Passover: The Lord told Moses and Aaron in Egypt, that month was to be the first month of their year. He told them to tell the whole community of Israel that on the 10th day, each man was to take a lamb (without defect like the Lamb of God) for his family, one for each household and to care for the lamb until the 14th day of the month when all of the community of Israel must slaughter them at Midnight and take some of the blood and put it on the sides and tops of the houses' doorframes and that night eat the meat roasted over the fire along with bitter herbs and bread made without yeast. Thus, "The Lord's Passover" was instituted. "Bitter herbs" (like endive and chicory) was to remind the people of their past sins and/or their oppression in Egyjpt. "Without yeast" symbolized their haste in leaving Egypt. "The Lord's Passover" serves as a beautiful illustration of the redemption Christ accomplished at Calvary. The offering was to be without blemish, the Lamb had to be killed and the blood had to be applied.
Submitted by Sis. Joanne Thomas, Member of the Intercessory Team at the dream center church of Atlanta under the tutorage of Pastor william h. murphy, iii (lead Pastor) and Pastor danielle murphy.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Working vs. Not Working In The Kingdom
The theme running throughout the book of Proverbs is wisdom for living a Godly life here on earth and being assured of a reward in the life to come. In Proverbs 6:6-11, the wise teacher rebukes the slothful person who characteristically does not begin things. In the Word, we are admonished that "if we do not work, we do not eat!" Even an ant who has no overseer can store its provisions in summer and gather its food at harvest. A slouthful person constantly makes excuses for their laziness and their mode of operation is not beginning things and/or not completing things. Constant exhaustion, lack of energy and drive as well as habitual sleepiness is an attack of the enemy which needs to be bound up for whatever is bound on earth is bound in Heaven. Then, we should pray for Father God to loose a new drive and determination in us to work while it is yet day for no man knows when night cometh. How can we "See It" this year, if we do not work for it?
In Matthew 20: 1 - 16, Jesus spoke regarding "Recognition in the Kingdom". It is comforting to know that Jesus rewards our "willingness to serve", whether one comes early or late. We should be grateful, not envious (v. 15) if we are permitted to work long and hard for our Lord. Also, we should leave "rewards" to His judgment. In Matthew 20:14, Jesus said, "I want to give!" We should never lean to our own understanding regarding "merits" or "rewards" we think we should receive from God. Don't we know that Father God's grace and generosity know no bounds? Matthew 20:16 reads, "So the last will be first and the first will be last." This does not mean they trade places, but that there will be an equality of rewards for equal faithfulness though different giftings and ministry opportunities are given to each of us. God is a just God! Submittd by Sis. Joanne Thomas serving as an Intercessor for the awesome dream center church of Atlanta and Pastor william h. murphy iii
In Matthew 20: 1 - 16, Jesus spoke regarding "Recognition in the Kingdom". It is comforting to know that Jesus rewards our "willingness to serve", whether one comes early or late. We should be grateful, not envious (v. 15) if we are permitted to work long and hard for our Lord. Also, we should leave "rewards" to His judgment. In Matthew 20:14, Jesus said, "I want to give!" We should never lean to our own understanding regarding "merits" or "rewards" we think we should receive from God. Don't we know that Father God's grace and generosity know no bounds? Matthew 20:16 reads, "So the last will be first and the first will be last." This does not mean they trade places, but that there will be an equality of rewards for equal faithfulness though different giftings and ministry opportunities are given to each of us. God is a just God! Submittd by Sis. Joanne Thomas serving as an Intercessor for the awesome dream center church of Atlanta and Pastor william h. murphy iii
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Direction or Diversion???
As we read the text for today in the Old Testament EXODUS 8:1-8 we notice that King Pharos had been given instructions from God, he decided not to follow. Then the frogs took to the land. The sad truth about this issue is that the people as a whole who suffered had little to do with or rather nothing to do with the decision that was made by the King. “He” decided to disobey God.
As we reflect on the state of our nation I would say that we face a similar situation. Our gas prices, our job market, our recession, all of these things have little to do with the direct decision that we have made. But rather more to do with the people we have entrusted to govern and lead us. But just as it was, so it is still today, we suffer for their failures or bad decisions.
But my question to you today is; "What is your outlook on all of this?"
• Do you see this as a divine opportunity that fuels you towards God's “Direction”?
• Or do you see this as a “Diversion”, taking your focus away from trusting God?
So is this Direction or Diversion?
Get at your boy....
pastor sonny,
youth pastor for the dReam Center Church of Atlanta,
under the tutelage, and leadership of none other than general overseer, pastor, and friend, Pastor william h. Murphy, iii
As we read the text for today in the Old Testament EXODUS 8:1-8 we notice that King Pharos had been given instructions from God, he decided not to follow. Then the frogs took to the land. The sad truth about this issue is that the people as a whole who suffered had little to do with or rather nothing to do with the decision that was made by the King. “He” decided to disobey God.
As we reflect on the state of our nation I would say that we face a similar situation. Our gas prices, our job market, our recession, all of these things have little to do with the direct decision that we have made. But rather more to do with the people we have entrusted to govern and lead us. But just as it was, so it is still today, we suffer for their failures or bad decisions.
But my question to you today is; "What is your outlook on all of this?"
• Do you see this as a divine opportunity that fuels you towards God's “Direction”?
• Or do you see this as a “Diversion”, taking your focus away from trusting God?
So is this Direction or Diversion?
Get at your boy....
pastor sonny,
youth pastor for the dReam Center Church of Atlanta,
under the tutelage, and leadership of none other than general overseer, pastor, and friend, Pastor william h. Murphy, iii
Monday, January 26, 2009
40 Day Consecration Schedule
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
First Quarter
January 5 – January 14, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Monday,
January 5th Prayer Focus Praying for the forgiveness of sin.
(1 John 1:9) Read Today…
___Genesis 11:1-13:4
___Matthew 5:1-26
___Psalm 5:1-12
___Proverbs 1:24-28
FAST Television, Carbonated Drinks, Coffees, Teas, and strong drinks.
Tuesday,
January
6th Prayer Focus Asking God to cause a praying spirit to overtake all partners of The dReam Center Church of ATL. Read Today…
___Genesis 13:5-15:21
___Matthew 5:27-48
___Psalm 6:1-10
___Proverbs 1:29-33
FAST Unnecessary telephone and internet conversations and usage, carbonated drinks, coffees, teas, strong drinks.
Wednesday,
January 7th Prayer
Focus Praying that God will quickly shut any doors that need to be shut and open any doors that need to be opened in both the spirit realm, and the natural realm of our lives. (1 Corinthians. 16:9)
Read Today…
___Genesis 16:1-18:15
___Matthew 6:1-24
___Psalm 7:1-17
___Proverbs 2:1-5
Unnecessary media (phone, internet, radio, etc.) idle conversations and any and ALL SWEETS.
Thursday,
January 8th Prayer Focus We are praying a hedge of protection around our minds, and protection from the enemy and his attacks. (Psalms 91)
Read Today…
___Genesis 18:16-19:38
___Matthew 6:25-7:14
___Psalm 8:1-9
___Proverbs 2:6-15
FAST Unnecessary media (phone, internet, radio, etc.) idle conversations and any and ALL SWEETS.
Friday,
January 9th Prayer Focus We are praying the blessings of Deuteronomy 28 over our lives. Read Today…
___Genesis 20:1-22:24
___Matthew 7:15-29
___Psalm 9:1-12
___Proverbs 2:16-22
FAST NO BREADS OR SWEETS
Saturday,
January 10th Prayer Focus We are praying for clarity of vision and sight. Clarity of knowing and hearing the voice of the Lord. (John 16:23)
Read Today…
___Genesis 23:1-24:51
___Matthew 8:1-17
___Psalm 9:13-20
___Proverbs 3:1-6
FAST NO MEAT (This includes fish and chicken)
Sunday,
January 11th Prayer Focus We are praying that we will continue make Godly decisions and be disciplined in Prayer now and throughout the year. (1 Corinthians 9:27)
Read Today…
___Genesis 24:52-26:16
___Matthew 8:18-34
___Psalm 10:1-15
___Proverbs 3:7-8
FAST NO MEAT (This includes fish and chicken)
Monday,
January 12th Prayer Focus We are praying for the manifestation of God's glory. (Psalms 24:7)
Read Today…
___Genesis 26:17-27:46
___Matthew 9:1-17
___Psalm 10:16-18
___Proverbs 3:9-10
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
Tuesday,
January 13th Prayer Focus We are praying that all partners will develop a hunger and thirst for the presence of God on a daily basis. (I Chronicles 16:23-27, Romans 12:2, Psalms 51: 15-17, Matthew 21:16)
Read Today…
___Genesis 28:1-29:35
___Matthew 9:18-38
___Psalm 11:1-7
___Proverbs 3:11-12
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
Wednesday,
January 14th Prayer Focus We are praying that Souls will be saved. (Romans 10:9) Read Today…
____Genesis 30:1-31:16
____Matthew 10:1-23
____Psalm 12:1-8
____Proverbs 3:13-15
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Second Quarter - January 15 – January 24, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Thursday,
January 15th Prayer Focus We are praying for the strength of God to be renewed in us. (Isaiah 40:31) Read Today…
___Genesis 31:17-32:12
___Matthew 10:24-11:6
___Psalm 13:1-6
FAST no bread or sweets
Friday,
January 16th Prayer Focus We are praying that the spirit of wisdom and revelation would be multiplied in us. (Ephesians 1:17)
Read Today…
___Genesis 32:13-34:31
___Matthew 11:7-30
___Psalm 14:1-7
___Proverbs 3:19-20
FAST no breads or sweets
Saturday,
January 17th Prayer
Focus We are praying that there will be no lack, and that every household connected to tdCc walks in abundance. (1 Chronicles 4:9-10)
Read Today…
___Genesis 35:1-36:43
___Matthew 12:1-21
___Psalm 15:1-5
___Proverbs 3:21-26
No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Sunday,
January 18th Prayer Focus We are praying for unity in TdC and the Body of Christ at large. (Psalms 133)
Read Today…
___Genesis 37:1-38:30
___Matthew 12:22-45
___Psalm 16:1-11
___Proverbs 3:27-32
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Monday,
January 19th Prayer Focus We are praying for sharp discernment. (Hebrews 5:14)
Read Today…
___Genesis 39:1-41:16
___Matthew 12:46-13:23
___Psalm 17:1-15
___Proverbs 3:33-35
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Tuesday,
January 20th Prayer Focus We are praying for the healing of the Nation, for unity among races, creeds and colors, and political parties, for the Divine protection of our President, Barack Obama, and the entire first family…and for Godly Leadership in our Government. (Romans 13:1)
Read Today…
___Genesis 41:17-42:17
___Matthew 13:24-46
___Psalm 18:1-15
___Proverbs 4:1-6
FAST fast until after the evening worship experience…(juice/water only) After worship return to - no red meat, no strong drinks, no soda, no coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Wednesday,
January 21st Prayer Focus Pray for DeKalb County officials
Read Today…
___Genesis 42:18-43:34
___Matthew 13:47-14:12
___Psalm 18:16-36
___Proverbs 4:7-10
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Thursday,
January 22nd Prayer Focus We are praying for the restoration and fulfillment of God’s Will in the earth, both personally and corporately. (Psalms 51:12)
Read Today…
___Genesis 44:1-45:28
___Matthew 14:13-36
___Psalm 18:37-50
___Proverbs 4:11-13
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Friday,
January 23rd Prayer Focus We are praying for all demonic strongholds to be broken and that the saints walk in breakthrough.
(1 Corinthians 10:3-5)
Read Today…
___Genesis 46:1-47:31
___Matthew 15:1-28
___Psalm 19:1-14
___Proverbs 4:14-19
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Saturday,
January 24th Prayer Focus We are praying for all demonic strongholds to be broken and that the saints walk in breakthrough.
(1 Corinthians 10:3-5)
Read Today…
___Genesis 48:1-49:33
___Matthew 15:29-16:12
___Psalm 20:1-9
___Proverbs 4:20-27
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Third Quarter - January 25 – February 3, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Sunday,
January 25th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory, that God would restore joy, and that the yoke of depression be destroyed in the lives of the saints forever. Psalms 9:9-10, Psalms 42:5-11, Galatians 1:4, Luke 4:18-19 Read Today…
____Genesis 50:1
____Exodus 2:10
____Matthew 16:13-17:9
____Psalm 21:1-13
____Proverbs 5:1-6
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Monday,
January 26th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory over the spirit of rejection. 1 Peter 1:6, Ephesians 6:16-17, Psalms 27 Read Today…
____Exodus 2:11-3:22
____Matthew 17:10-27
____Psalm 22:1-18
____Proverbs 5:7-14
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Tuesday,
January 27th Prayer Focus We are praying for the families of the dReam Center church. Colossians 3:18-21, Deuteronomy 6:7Exodus 20:12, 1 Corinthians 14:35 Read Today…
____Exodus 4:1-5:21
____Matthew 18:1-20
____Psalm 22:19-31
____Proverbs 5:15-21
Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Wednesday,
January 28th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory, that God would restore joy, and that the yoke of depression be destroyed in the lives of the saints forever. Psalms 9:9-10, Psalms 42:5-11, Galatians 1:4, Luke 4:18-19 Read Today…
____Exodus 5:22-7:25
____Matthew 18:21-19:12
____Psalm 23:1-6
____Proverbs 5:22-23
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Thursday,
January 29th Prayer Focus Pray for salvation of the lost. 1 Tim 2:1-2, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Romans15:21
Read Today…
____Exodus 8:1-9:35
____Matthew 19:13-30
____Psalm 24:1-10
____Proverbs 6:1-5
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Friday,
January 30th Prayer Focus Pray for the single believers. 1corinth 6:17-20, Phil 2:12-16,2tim 2:22 Read Today…
____Exodus 10:1-12:13
____Matthew 20:1-28
____Psalm 25:1-15
____Proverbs 6:6-11
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Saturday,
January 31st Prayer Focus We are praying that we will continue make Godly decisions and be disciplined in Prayer now and throughout the year. (1 Corinthians 9:27) Read Today…
____Exodus 12:14-13:16
____Matthew 20:29-21:22
____Psalm 25:16-22
____Proverbs 6:12-15
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Sunday,
February 1st Prayer Focus Pray for employment for the unemployed. Jeremiah 1:12, Isaiah 55:11, prov.3:6, Luke 2:52 Read Today…
____Exodus 13:17-15:18
____Matthew 21:23-46
____Psalm 26:1-12
____Proverbs 6:16-19
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Monday,
February 2nd Prayer Focus Pray for healing. Isaiah 53:5 Read Today…
____Exodus 15:19-17:7
____Matthew 22:1-33
____Psalm 27:1-6
____Proverbs 6:20-26
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Tuesday,
February 3rd Prayer Focus Pray that the partners of the dReam Center church become effective salt in the earth bringing all men into Christ. Read Today…
____Exodus 17:8-19:15
____Matthew 22:34-23:12
____Psalm 27:7-14
____Proverbs 6:27-35
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Fourth Quarter
February 4 – February 13, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Wednesday,
February 4th Prayer Focus Pray for Prosperity. Ps. 9:1, ps.150:2, Deut. 8:18
Read Today…
____Exodus 19:16-21:21
____Matthew 23:13-39
____Psalm 28:1-9
____Proverbs 7:1-5
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Thursday,
February 5th Prayer Focus Pray to always walk in the boundaries that the Lord has assigned to us. Jeremiah 5:22 Read Today…
____Exodus 21:22-23:13
____Matthew 24:1-28
____Psalm 29:1-11
____Proverbs 7:6-23
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Friday,
February 6th Prayer
Focus Pray for the success of Business owners. Romans 8:17 and Colossians 1:12 Read Today…
____Exodus 23:14-25:40
____Matthew 24:29-51
____Psalm 30:1-12
____Proverbs 7:24-27
EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Saturday,
February 7th Prayer Focus Pray for vision to see the end of a thing. Habakkuk 2:3
Read Today…
____Exodus 26:1-27:21
____Matthew 25:1-30
____Psalm 31:1-8
____Proverbs 8:1-11
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Sunday,
February 8th Prayer Focus Pray for Godly wisdom in the affairs of Life. James 1:5-6, Colossians 1:9, Proverbs 2:2 Read Today…
____Exodus 28:1-43
____Matthew 25:31-26:13
____Psalm 31:9-18
____Proverbs 8:12-13
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Monday,
February 9th Prayer Focus We pray for Power of expectation, and new levels/dimensions of faith. 1 Samuel 17:36, Hebrews 11:7
Read Today…
____Exodus 29:1-30:10
____Matthew 26:14-46
____Psalm 31:19-24
____Proverbs 8:14-26
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Tuesday,
February 10th Prayer Focus We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6
Read Today…
____Exodus 30:11-31:18
____Matthew 26:47-68
____Psalm 32:1-11
____Proverbs 8:27-32
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Wednesday,
February 11th Prayer Focus We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6
Read Today…
____Exodus 32:1-33:23
____Matthew 26:69-27:14
____Psalm 33:1-11
____Proverbs 8:33-36
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
Thursday,
February 12th Prayer Focus We pray for boldness. Hebrews 10:19
Read Today…
____Exodus 34:1-35:9
____Matthew 27:15-31
____Psalm 33:12-22
____Proverbs 9:1-6
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
Friday,
February 13th Prayer Focus Pray protection from Backlash of the enemy. Psalms 91
Read Today…
____Exodus 35:10-36:38
____Matthew 27:32-66
____Psalm 34:1-10
____Proverbs 9:7-8
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
First Quarter
January 5 – January 14, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Monday,
January 5th Prayer Focus Praying for the forgiveness of sin.
(1 John 1:9) Read Today…
___Genesis 11:1-13:4
___Matthew 5:1-26
___Psalm 5:1-12
___Proverbs 1:24-28
FAST Television, Carbonated Drinks, Coffees, Teas, and strong drinks.
Tuesday,
January
6th Prayer Focus Asking God to cause a praying spirit to overtake all partners of The dReam Center Church of ATL. Read Today…
___Genesis 13:5-15:21
___Matthew 5:27-48
___Psalm 6:1-10
___Proverbs 1:29-33
FAST Unnecessary telephone and internet conversations and usage, carbonated drinks, coffees, teas, strong drinks.
Wednesday,
January 7th Prayer
Focus Praying that God will quickly shut any doors that need to be shut and open any doors that need to be opened in both the spirit realm, and the natural realm of our lives. (1 Corinthians. 16:9)
Read Today…
___Genesis 16:1-18:15
___Matthew 6:1-24
___Psalm 7:1-17
___Proverbs 2:1-5
Unnecessary media (phone, internet, radio, etc.) idle conversations and any and ALL SWEETS.
Thursday,
January 8th Prayer Focus We are praying a hedge of protection around our minds, and protection from the enemy and his attacks. (Psalms 91)
Read Today…
___Genesis 18:16-19:38
___Matthew 6:25-7:14
___Psalm 8:1-9
___Proverbs 2:6-15
FAST Unnecessary media (phone, internet, radio, etc.) idle conversations and any and ALL SWEETS.
Friday,
January 9th Prayer Focus We are praying the blessings of Deuteronomy 28 over our lives. Read Today…
___Genesis 20:1-22:24
___Matthew 7:15-29
___Psalm 9:1-12
___Proverbs 2:16-22
FAST NO BREADS OR SWEETS
Saturday,
January 10th Prayer Focus We are praying for clarity of vision and sight. Clarity of knowing and hearing the voice of the Lord. (John 16:23)
Read Today…
___Genesis 23:1-24:51
___Matthew 8:1-17
___Psalm 9:13-20
___Proverbs 3:1-6
FAST NO MEAT (This includes fish and chicken)
Sunday,
January 11th Prayer Focus We are praying that we will continue make Godly decisions and be disciplined in Prayer now and throughout the year. (1 Corinthians 9:27)
Read Today…
___Genesis 24:52-26:16
___Matthew 8:18-34
___Psalm 10:1-15
___Proverbs 3:7-8
FAST NO MEAT (This includes fish and chicken)
Monday,
January 12th Prayer Focus We are praying for the manifestation of God's glory. (Psalms 24:7)
Read Today…
___Genesis 26:17-27:46
___Matthew 9:1-17
___Psalm 10:16-18
___Proverbs 3:9-10
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
Tuesday,
January 13th Prayer Focus We are praying that all partners will develop a hunger and thirst for the presence of God on a daily basis. (I Chronicles 16:23-27, Romans 12:2, Psalms 51: 15-17, Matthew 21:16)
Read Today…
___Genesis 28:1-29:35
___Matthew 9:18-38
___Psalm 11:1-7
___Proverbs 3:11-12
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
Wednesday,
January 14th Prayer Focus We are praying that Souls will be saved. (Romans 10:9) Read Today…
____Genesis 30:1-31:16
____Matthew 10:1-23
____Psalm 12:1-8
____Proverbs 3:13-15
FAST NO BREAD OR SWEETS
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Second Quarter - January 15 – January 24, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Thursday,
January 15th Prayer Focus We are praying for the strength of God to be renewed in us. (Isaiah 40:31) Read Today…
___Genesis 31:17-32:12
___Matthew 10:24-11:6
___Psalm 13:1-6
FAST no bread or sweets
Friday,
January 16th Prayer Focus We are praying that the spirit of wisdom and revelation would be multiplied in us. (Ephesians 1:17)
Read Today…
___Genesis 32:13-34:31
___Matthew 11:7-30
___Psalm 14:1-7
___Proverbs 3:19-20
FAST no breads or sweets
Saturday,
January 17th Prayer
Focus We are praying that there will be no lack, and that every household connected to tdCc walks in abundance. (1 Chronicles 4:9-10)
Read Today…
___Genesis 35:1-36:43
___Matthew 12:1-21
___Psalm 15:1-5
___Proverbs 3:21-26
No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Sunday,
January 18th Prayer Focus We are praying for unity in TdC and the Body of Christ at large. (Psalms 133)
Read Today…
___Genesis 37:1-38:30
___Matthew 12:22-45
___Psalm 16:1-11
___Proverbs 3:27-32
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Monday,
January 19th Prayer Focus We are praying for sharp discernment. (Hebrews 5:14)
Read Today…
___Genesis 39:1-41:16
___Matthew 12:46-13:23
___Psalm 17:1-15
___Proverbs 3:33-35
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Tuesday,
January 20th Prayer Focus We are praying for the healing of the Nation, for unity among races, creeds and colors, and political parties, for the Divine protection of our President, Barack Obama, and the entire first family…and for Godly Leadership in our Government. (Romans 13:1)
Read Today…
___Genesis 41:17-42:17
___Matthew 13:24-46
___Psalm 18:1-15
___Proverbs 4:1-6
FAST fast until after the evening worship experience…(juice/water only) After worship return to - no red meat, no strong drinks, no soda, no coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Wednesday,
January 21st Prayer Focus Pray for DeKalb County officials
Read Today…
___Genesis 42:18-43:34
___Matthew 13:47-14:12
___Psalm 18:16-36
___Proverbs 4:7-10
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Thursday,
January 22nd Prayer Focus We are praying for the restoration and fulfillment of God’s Will in the earth, both personally and corporately. (Psalms 51:12)
Read Today…
___Genesis 44:1-45:28
___Matthew 14:13-36
___Psalm 18:37-50
___Proverbs 4:11-13
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Friday,
January 23rd Prayer Focus We are praying for all demonic strongholds to be broken and that the saints walk in breakthrough.
(1 Corinthians 10:3-5)
Read Today…
___Genesis 46:1-47:31
___Matthew 15:1-28
___Psalm 19:1-14
___Proverbs 4:14-19
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
Saturday,
January 24th Prayer Focus We are praying for all demonic strongholds to be broken and that the saints walk in breakthrough.
(1 Corinthians 10:3-5)
Read Today…
___Genesis 48:1-49:33
___Matthew 15:29-16:12
___Psalm 20:1-9
___Proverbs 4:20-27
FAST No red meat, no strong drinks, coffees or teas, no bread and no sweets…
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Third Quarter - January 25 – February 3, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Sunday,
January 25th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory, that God would restore joy, and that the yoke of depression be destroyed in the lives of the saints forever. Psalms 9:9-10, Psalms 42:5-11, Galatians 1:4, Luke 4:18-19 Read Today…
____Genesis 50:1
____Exodus 2:10
____Matthew 16:13-17:9
____Psalm 21:1-13
____Proverbs 5:1-6
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Monday,
January 26th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory over the spirit of rejection. 1 Peter 1:6, Ephesians 6:16-17, Psalms 27 Read Today…
____Exodus 2:11-3:22
____Matthew 17:10-27
____Psalm 22:1-18
____Proverbs 5:7-14
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Tuesday,
January 27th Prayer Focus We are praying for the families of the dReam Center church. Colossians 3:18-21, Deuteronomy 6:7Exodus 20:12, 1 Corinthians 14:35 Read Today…
____Exodus 4:1-5:21
____Matthew 18:1-20
____Psalm 22:19-31
____Proverbs 5:15-21
Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Wednesday,
January 28th Prayer Focus We are praying for victory, that God would restore joy, and that the yoke of depression be destroyed in the lives of the saints forever. Psalms 9:9-10, Psalms 42:5-11, Galatians 1:4, Luke 4:18-19 Read Today…
____Exodus 5:22-7:25
____Matthew 18:21-19:12
____Psalm 23:1-6
____Proverbs 5:22-23
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Thursday,
January 29th Prayer Focus Pray for salvation of the lost. 1 Tim 2:1-2, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Romans15:21
Read Today…
____Exodus 8:1-9:35
____Matthew 19:13-30
____Psalm 24:1-10
____Proverbs 6:1-5
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Friday,
January 30th Prayer Focus Pray for the single believers. 1corinth 6:17-20, Phil 2:12-16,2tim 2:22 Read Today…
____Exodus 10:1-12:13
____Matthew 20:1-28
____Psalm 25:1-15
____Proverbs 6:6-11
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Saturday,
January 31st Prayer Focus We are praying that we will continue make Godly decisions and be disciplined in Prayer now and throughout the year. (1 Corinthians 9:27) Read Today…
____Exodus 12:14-13:16
____Matthew 20:29-21:22
____Psalm 25:16-22
____Proverbs 6:12-15
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Sunday,
February 1st Prayer Focus Pray for employment for the unemployed. Jeremiah 1:12, Isaiah 55:11, prov.3:6, Luke 2:52 Read Today…
____Exodus 13:17-15:18
____Matthew 21:23-46
____Psalm 26:1-12
____Proverbs 6:16-19
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Monday,
February 2nd Prayer Focus Pray for healing. Isaiah 53:5 Read Today…
____Exodus 15:19-17:7
____Matthew 22:1-33
____Psalm 27:1-6
____Proverbs 6:20-26
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
Tuesday,
February 3rd Prayer Focus Pray that the partners of the dReam Center church become effective salt in the earth bringing all men into Christ. Read Today…
____Exodus 17:8-19:15
____Matthew 22:34-23:12
____Psalm 27:7-14
____Proverbs 6:27-35
FAST Soups, salads, fruits and vegetables only…
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Fourth Quarter
February 4 – February 13, 2009
Date Daily Concentration The Word in One Year
Wednesday,
February 4th Prayer Focus Pray for Prosperity. Ps. 9:1, ps.150:2, Deut. 8:18
Read Today…
____Exodus 19:16-21:21
____Matthew 23:13-39
____Psalm 28:1-9
____Proverbs 7:1-5
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Thursday,
February 5th Prayer Focus Pray to always walk in the boundaries that the Lord has assigned to us. Jeremiah 5:22 Read Today…
____Exodus 21:22-23:13
____Matthew 24:1-28
____Psalm 29:1-11
____Proverbs 7:6-23
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Friday,
February 6th Prayer
Focus Pray for the success of Business owners. Romans 8:17 and Colossians 1:12 Read Today…
____Exodus 23:14-25:40
____Matthew 24:29-51
____Psalm 30:1-12
____Proverbs 7:24-27
EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Saturday,
February 7th Prayer Focus Pray for vision to see the end of a thing. Habakkuk 2:3
Read Today…
____Exodus 26:1-27:21
____Matthew 25:1-30
____Psalm 31:1-8
____Proverbs 8:1-11
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Sunday,
February 8th Prayer Focus Pray for Godly wisdom in the affairs of Life. James 1:5-6, Colossians 1:9, Proverbs 2:2 Read Today…
____Exodus 28:1-43
____Matthew 25:31-26:13
____Psalm 31:9-18
____Proverbs 8:12-13
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Monday,
February 9th Prayer Focus We pray for Power of expectation, and new levels/dimensions of faith. 1 Samuel 17:36, Hebrews 11:7
Read Today…
____Exodus 29:1-30:10
____Matthew 26:14-46
____Psalm 31:19-24
____Proverbs 8:14-26
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Tuesday,
February 10th Prayer Focus We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6
Read Today…
____Exodus 30:11-31:18
____Matthew 26:47-68
____Psalm 32:1-11
____Proverbs 8:27-32
FAST EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY
Wednesday,
February 11th Prayer Focus We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6
Read Today…
____Exodus 32:1-33:23
____Matthew 26:69-27:14
____Psalm 33:1-11
____Proverbs 8:33-36
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
Thursday,
February 12th Prayer Focus We pray for boldness. Hebrews 10:19
Read Today…
____Exodus 34:1-35:9
____Matthew 27:15-31
____Psalm 33:12-22
____Proverbs 9:1-6
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
Friday,
February 13th Prayer Focus Pray protection from Backlash of the enemy. Psalms 91
Read Today…
____Exodus 35:10-36:38
____Matthew 27:32-66
____Psalm 34:1-10
____Proverbs 9:7-8
FAST ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD –
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Sunday, January 25, 2009
40 Days of Prayer and Consecration
This is our Fourth Quarter guide for our 40 Days of Prayer and Consecration.
william h. Murphy, iii, lead Pastor
40 DAYS of fasting, prayer and consecration…and The Word in One Year
Fourth Quarter
February 4 – February 13, 2009
| Date | Daily Concentration | The Word in One Year | |
| Wednesday, February 4th | Prayer Focus | Pray for Prosperity. Ps. 9:1, ps.150:2, Deut. 8:18 | Read Today… ____Exodus 19:16-21:21
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Thursday, February 5th | Prayer Focus | Pray to always walk in the boundaries that the Lord has assigned to us. Jeremiah 5:22 | Read Today… ____Exodus 21:22-23:13
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Friday, February 6th | Prayer Focus | Pray for the success of Business owners. Romans 8:17 and Colossians 1:12 | Read Today… ____Exodus 23:14-25:40
|
| | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Saturday, February 7th | Prayer Focus | Pray for vision to see the end of a thing. Habakkuk 2:3 | Read Today… ____Exodus 26:1-27:21
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Sunday, February 8th | Prayer Focus | Pray for Godly wisdom in the affairs of Life. James 1:5-6, Colossians 1:9, Proverbs 2:2 | Read Today… ____Exodus 28:1-43
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Monday, February 9th | Prayer Focus | We pray for Power of expectation, and new levels/dimensions of faith. 1 Samuel 17:36, Hebrews 11:7 | Read Today… ____Exodus 29:1-30:10
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Tuesday, February 10th | Prayer Focus | We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6 | Read Today… ____Exodus 30:11-31:18
|
| FAST | EAT Soup, salad, fruit, vegetables and water ONLY | ||
| Wednesday, February 11th | Prayer Focus | We pray for Favor with God and Man. Hebrews 11:6 | Read Today… ____Exodus 32:1-33:23
|
| FAST | ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD – | ||
| Thursday, February 12th | Prayer Focus | We pray for boldness. Hebrews 10:19 | Read Today… ____Exodus 34:1-35:9
|
| FAST | ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD – | ||
| Friday, February 13th | Prayer Focus | Pray protection from Backlash of the enemy. Psalms 91 | Read Today… ____Exodus 35:10-36:38
|
| FAST | ABSOLUTE FAST – NO FOOD – | ||
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