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Bible verse and prayer points to share during intercession at church
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Here are some Bible verses and corresponding prayer points that can be used during intercession at church:
### Bible Verses
1. **Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)**
- *"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."*
2. **James 5:16 (NIV)**
- *"Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective."*
3. **1 John 5:14-15 (NIV)**
- *"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."*
4. **Matthew 18:19-20 (NIV)**
- *"Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."*
5. **Isaiah 53:5 (NIV)**
- *"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed."*
### Prayer Points
1. **Thanksgiving for Peace:**
- Thank God for His promises of peace and understanding. Pray that His peace will flood the hearts of the congregation, overcoming anxiety and fear.
2. **Healing and Restoration:**
- Pray for healing in the lives of individuals struggling with physical, emotional, or spiritual ailments. Speak words of life and healing over those in need.
3. **Confidence in Prayer:**
- Ask the Lord to increase your congregation’s faith and confidence in approaching Him. Pray that they will understand the power of prayer and be emboldened to seek God’s will.
4. **Unity in Agreement:**
- Pray for unity within the church. Ask God to bind the hearts of the church members together in agreement and purpose, enabling their prayers to be powerful and effective.
5. **Intercession for the World:**
- Pray for global issues such as peace treaties, healing from diseases, and fairness in justice systems. Ask for God’s intervention and for the church to be a light in these areas.
6. **Salvation of Souls:**
- Lift up those who do not know Christ. Pray for their hearts to be open to the Gospel and for opportunities for the church to reach out to them in love.
7. **Strength in Trials:**
- Pray for those in the congregation facing trials and tribulations. Ask God to provide strength and comfort, assuring them of His presence in their struggles.
### Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of thanksgiving and praise. We know that You hear our prayers and that You are always with us. Help us to be faithful intercessors, standing in the gap for others. May Your peace, healing, and power flow through our church and beyond. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Feel free to adapt these points and verses to suit the needs and context of your congregation.
### Bible Verses
1. **Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)**
- *"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."*
2. **James 5:16 (NIV)**
- *"Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective."*
3. **1 John 5:14-15 (NIV)**
- *"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him."*
4. **Matthew 18:19-20 (NIV)**
- *"Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."*
5. **Isaiah 53:5 (NIV)**
- *"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds, we are healed."*
### Prayer Points
1. **Thanksgiving for Peace:**
- Thank God for His promises of peace and understanding. Pray that His peace will flood the hearts of the congregation, overcoming anxiety and fear.
2. **Healing and Restoration:**
- Pray for healing in the lives of individuals struggling with physical, emotional, or spiritual ailments. Speak words of life and healing over those in need.
3. **Confidence in Prayer:**
- Ask the Lord to increase your congregation’s faith and confidence in approaching Him. Pray that they will understand the power of prayer and be emboldened to seek God’s will.
4. **Unity in Agreement:**
- Pray for unity within the church. Ask God to bind the hearts of the church members together in agreement and purpose, enabling their prayers to be powerful and effective.
5. **Intercession for the World:**
- Pray for global issues such as peace treaties, healing from diseases, and fairness in justice systems. Ask for God’s intervention and for the church to be a light in these areas.
6. **Salvation of Souls:**
- Lift up those who do not know Christ. Pray for their hearts to be open to the Gospel and for opportunities for the church to reach out to them in love.
7. **Strength in Trials:**
- Pray for those in the congregation facing trials and tribulations. Ask God to provide strength and comfort, assuring them of His presence in their struggles.
### Closing Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of thanksgiving and praise. We know that You hear our prayers and that You are always with us. Help us to be faithful intercessors, standing in the gap for others. May Your peace, healing, and power flow through our church and beyond. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Feel free to adapt these points and verses to suit the needs and context of your congregation.