One of the things I have learned and enjoy is praying Scripture. A few years ago I learned about a ministry called Strategic Renewal and the 6:4 Fellowship that helps churches and pastors do just that… pray Scripture and lead others to do the same.
As I was reading earlier this week in Proverbs 10 I was reminded of how these verses come alive in our prayers. Check these and use them as you say them back to God:
1 A wise child brings joy to a father…
2 … right living can save your life.
3 The Lord will not let the godly go hungry…
6 The godly are showered with blessings;…
8 The wise are glad to be instructed…
9 People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed.
10 … bold reproof promotes peace.
11 The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain…
12 … love makes up for all offenses.
13 Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding…
14 Wise people treasure knowledge…
16 The earnings of the godly enhance their lives, but evil people squander their money on sin.
17 People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.
19 Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.
20 The words of the godly are like sterling silver; the heart of a fool is worthless.
21 The words of the godly encourage many, but fools are destroyed by their lack of common sense.
22 The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.
23 …living wisely brings pleasure to the sensible.
24 … the hopes of the godly will be granted.
27 Fear of the Lord lengthens one’s life…
28 The hopes of the godly result in happiness…
29 The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked.
30 The godly will never be disturbed…
31 The mouth of the godly person gives wise advice…
32 The lips of the godly speak helpful words,
These are powerful words directly from the Bible. These verses make for powerful and insightful prayer. Use them for our children that are going back to school. Pray them over your family and your co-workers, your neighbors and even the church.
May God help the verses of the Bible come alive as we pray them back to Him!
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