Sunday, (Jul 10) – Pray that God will open our eyes to His wonder, fill us with a hunger for His word, and give us the discipline to spend time alone with Him as Jesus did. Pray that we will prioritise prayer over everything else, emphasising reconnecting with God in the morning in order to experience peace and joy in His presence. Pray for God’s forgiveness for the times in our life when we allow other things in our busy lives take precedence over Him.
Monday, (Jul 11) – We thank God for the national holiday that we have today. May we find rest from the daily busyness, pause and reflect upon God’s goodness and rest in Him with our hearts reconnecting with Him. May this be a moment to reflect on people around us and spend some time, even briefly, with family, friends or neighbours. Pray that we seek and heed God’s discernment, in light of a surge in Covid-19 infections, as we continue to appreciate and enjoy fellowship with one another in person. Pray for those who are unwell that God’s presence with His healing, restoration and peace to be upon them.
Tuesday, (Jul 12) – Pray for divine opportunities and encounters for friendship, acts of kindness, and consciously communicating about God’s love and good news to our ‘neighbours’ with the Holy Spirit’s leading and guidance. Pray for the church to be so diligent in reconnecting with one another that we are no longer just acquaintances but are actually engaged in caring for and praying for each other’s struggles and needs. Pray that the church will be awakened from its slumber and comfort zone to be more deliberate in reaching out to those in our community who have yet to hear the good news.
Wednesday, (Jul 13) – Pray for the Nation: Pray for the forthcoming Parliamentary sitting from July 18 to August 4, as well as strategic structural changes of Parliament, notably rules on anti-hopping and political funding, to be tabled and passed by Parliament before GE15. Pray for political and moral resolve among MPs to strive for the welfare of the people in this time of inflationary pressures. Pray for God’s timing for GE15, as well as for His will and Kingdom purpose to triumph.
Thursday, (Jul 14) – TRAC: Pray for the Institute for Christian Ministry (ICM), as they consolidate the strategic training needs of the TRAC churches for the laity in the areas of spiritual formation, leadership development and practical skills for ministry. Pray for God’s wisdom and guidance to be upon the team and facilitators, and also for the unity among them, local TRAC churches and various TRAC boards as they work together. Pray for the Holy Spirit to be at work in every process of preparation and training, and that God will continue to use ICM as an avenue ‘to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the Body of Christ may be built up until we reach the unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.’ (Ephesians 4:12-13).
Friday, (Jul 15) – We thank God for the opportunity at the church mid-year review to reflect upon God’s faithfulness and guidance in the past six months of 2022 and also for His revelation and wisdom for the upcoming six months. Pray that God will inspire us to appreciate this privilege to gather together, desiring to worship Him and hear from Him through church services and other group gatherings, such as Cell groups, ministry groups and prayer groups. Pray for the unity and harmony in the church as we are united with the Lord as the source of our needs, that we care for and encourage one another, and grow together in Him. As many ministries resume in-person activities, we pray for God’s protection and wisdom to adhere SOPs, and for His guidance to mobilise God-given resources to meet the needs of both the members and the community.
Saturday (Jul 16) – Pray for the World: Continue to pray for Sri Lanka. May God, in His mercy, hear the cries of the people of Sri Lanka, as the country suffers its worst financial crisis in decades, leaving millions of people struggling to buy food, medicine and fuel. Pray that God will guide the country leaders, the IMF and other international leaders to act quickly for the improvement of the situation. Pray for God’s divine provision and protection upon every person in the country from malnutrition, especially those who are sick, children and elderly people. Pray for God’s comfort and sustaining grace, as many people experience tremendous hardship queuing long hours to get fuel or spend nights without fans due to the power cuts.