40 Days of Prayer and Fasting - 2020
Encouragement from Julie
August 14, 2020 • Julie Magro
During our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Julie Magro turns to Romans 8 for the promise of life and peace. Julie encourages us to set our minds on the things of the Spirit, instead of what the world offers as peace. Julie continues to remind us that focusing on this year’s theme verses John1:1-2, will help us grow closer to God and each other as a church community.
Encouragement from Daniel
August 11, 2020 • Daniel Carballo
As we approach the final stretch of our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Daniel Carballo reminds us of what Jesus faced and experienced while He fasted and prayed in the wilderness for 40 days. Daniel brings our attention to Mark 1:12-14 and explains the applications of seeking God in a refreshed way and to expect great things during this time.
Encouragement from Dean
August 7, 2020 • Dean Swanson
As we continue our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Dean Swanson encourages us to follow the instructions the Apostle Paul gave to the church as found in Colossians 4:2-6. Dean inspires us to continue to be devoted to prayer, be thankful, pray for opportunities to spread the Gospel and to make the most of every opportunity.
Encouragement from Brad
August 4, 2020 • Brad Pyke
During our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Brad Pyke reminds us to ensure our hearts are right when we pray, as in Philippians 2:3-4. Brad encourages us to continue to pray for others during difficult times because you will see the impact of how much prayers really do matter.
Encouragement from Geoff
July 28, 2020 • Geoff Skelton
During our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Geoff Skelton encourages us to realign our desires to what God desires from us. Geoff reminds us that effective prayer begins when we examine our motives and make a change in ourselves that pleases God, as found in 2 Chronicles 7:14.
Encouragement from Julie
July 21, 2020 • Julie Magro
As we continue our annual 40 Days of praying and fasting, Julie Magro, inspires us to bear fruit in response to our salvation through repentance, as found in Matthew 3:8. Julie encourages us to diligently seek Scripture and to live a life that is pleasing to God.
Encouragement from Monica
July 17, 2020 • Monica Campbell
As we continue to seek out God’s purpose and leading in our lives, Monica Campbell takes a moment to share how she has experienced God during this time. Monica encourages us to focus on trusting Jesus during our difficulties and to personally experience that Jesus is the King of Glory as in Psalms 24.