O God, with all our hearts, we long for you. Come, transform us to be Christ-centred, Spirit-empowered, Mission-focused people, multiplying disciples everywhere.
BIBLE READINGS:
- Jonah 4:1–11; Luke 15:1–10
REFLECTION QUESTIONS:
- How would you compare your level of concern for your comfort and well-being with your level of respect for those who are far from Christ?
- Does your focus on mission compel you to search for the lost and intentionally pursue their rescue carefully?
- Are you overjoyed when a new believer comes to faith in Christ? How is your life focused on helping this happen as often as possible?
PERSONAL PRAYER:
- That our hearts would be tender and compassionate towards those far from Christ.
- That the fruit of our mission would be much rejoicing in heaven over the many sinners who repent.
LISTENING PRAYER:
- Jesus, how can I join you in your careful search of those you are pursuing?
MISSIONAL PRAYER:
- Brampton (Mississauga West) | Pray for intergenerational faith to flourish and for diaspora-led new ventures rooted in family and culture.
- Pray for The Alliance’s growth driver: ministries (international). Pray for Marketplace workers who are using their vocational skills to share the Love of Christ in cross-cultural contexts around the world in hard and dark places. Pray for more workers. Pray for new, sustainable business opportunities. Pray for meaningful conversations with co-workers about Jesus.