Volume 22, Number 8 August 2019

“I have set watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they shall never hold their peace day or night. You who make mention of the LORD, do not keep silent.” Isaiah 62:6

The purpose for the prayer guide is to provide our Watchmen, those who stand in the gap through prayer, with ways they can undergird the mandate and mission of our church: to take the gospel of Christ across the street and around the world. This prayer guide will assist you daily in praying for the needs of our church, community, city, state, country, missionaries, and world. Join us as we cry out to our Father in brokenness and repentance for Him to pour out His Spirit upon us and do exceedingly, abundantly beyond all that we could ever ask, think, or imagine.

Pray for revival to ignite our church and a spiritual awakening to spread throughout our city. Ask the Father to bless Pastor Kevin, Kim, Lindsey, Lauren, and Kayla with every spiritual and physical blessing. Pray for Pastor Kevin’s brother, Chad, who is battling cancer. Intercede on behalf of our church family. Pray for James Herron and family as they serve as IMB missionaries on the Lake Victoria Islands in Jinga, . Ask the Father to convict the Arab Syrian unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Ask the Father to continually bless Brother Mark Harrison, Debbie, and family as he leads the various ministries of our church. Lift up our choir, praise team, and orchestra as they prepare to lead us into God’s throne room for worship. Petition the Father for Mayor Hogeland, and wife Susan, as he continues to lead our city with honor and integrity. Pray for Chris Parker as he plants Freedom Church in Buckeye, Arizona. Intercede on behalf of our IMB and NAMB missionaries who faithfully serve in God’s Kingdom at home and abroad. Ask the Father to convict the Arab Yemini unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for De Allen, Cindy, and family, as he oversees our finances and facilities. Pray that no weapon formed against President Trump and family will prosper. Pray for Bobby, Tammy, and the Greer family as they serve in North . Petition our Lord to purify our nation from idolatry and immorality. Pray for God’s comfort to fill the lives of Christians who are being persecuted worldwide because of their bold stand for Jesus. Ask the Father to convict the Armenian unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Phil Cronin, Gina, and family, as he leads us in membership assimilation and community outreach. Also pray for Phil and his crew as they paint several classrooms at Fultondale High School. Thank the Lord for the many volunteers who serve in our Preschool and Children’s Ministries. Pray for Governor Ivey to stand strong in the midst of political adversity. Pray a hedge of protection over our armed forces serving both at home and abroad. Thank our Father for the freedom we enjoy in our great country. Ask the Father to convict the Awlad Hassan unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Roy McNiel, Kelly, and family, as he prepares to lead us in worship to the King of Kings. Lift Kelly up to the throne daily as she continues her treatments for breast cancer. Ask the Father to heal her completely. Pray for Vice President Mike Pence and family as they serve our country with Christian honor and dignity. Ask the Father to convict the Baggara Fertit people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Mike Cornelius, Kelley, and family, as he leads our UPWARD sports ministry. Lift up the many volunteers and participants who serve in our UPWARD ministry. Ask the Father to encourage our homebound members who are physically unable to join us in worship and Bible study. Thank the Father for the men and women in blue who protect the residents of Gardendale. Ask the Father to convict the Baggara Habbania unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up Pastor Kevin as he shares the Word during Oasis. Pray for Keenan Braden, Peg, and family, as he ministers to our singles. Intercede for Keenan as he continues his doctoral dissertation. Join him in praying for a cooperative spirit from the churches he has enlisted to help with his research. Lift up Peg as she searches diligently for a new job in the pharmaceutical field. Ask the Father to move mightily tonight in Oasis. Pray for our Congressional leaders to introduce and pass bills that comply with “In God We Trust.” Ask the Father to convict the Baggara Messiria unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Chris

Pray for Mark Ramsey, Lisa, and family, as he leads a host of volunteers in the Media Ministry to exalt the Name of Jesus for the live and delayed broadcasts during our times of worship. Petition the Father on behalf of our US senators, Richard Shelby and Doug Jones, to represent the values of our state and, more importantly, the truth of God’s Word. Pray they will be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit. Ask the Father to convict the Baggara Selim unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Rob Elliott, Cathy, and family, as he gives direction and leadership to our Recreation Ministry. Ask the Father to protect everyone who serves at the City of Gardendale Fire and Rescue. Pray for Carlos Vargas as he continues to lead the Hope of Life rescue ministry in Guatemala. Ask the Father to convict the Baggara Shuwa Arab unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Leslie Everhart and family as she prepares and leads our choirs to usher us into God’s throne room. Intercede for those participating in the Parent Conference today and tomorrow. Pray for God’s joy to permeate our Greeters who volunteer their time to stand at the doors and welcome our members and guests. Ask the Father to convict the Batahin unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Sheila Keedy, Pat, and family, as she enlists, encourages, and gives direction to our Women’s Ministry. Pray for a smooth transition of promotion in our Preschool and Children’s Ministry. Pray for every leader to teach our future generation with God’s anointing. Pray for the Lord’s blessing to rest upon our Shuttle Ministry volunteers who transport our attenders to and from their vehicles. Ask the Father to convict the Baya Gbaya unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Allen Oakley, Robin, and family, as he continues to cast and implement the vision for the Adult and Men’s Ministries. Lift up the orphans and our widows that they would experience encouragement, peace, and comfort from the Father. Call on Jehovah Rapha to heal those who are sick in our church body. Pray for God’s favor to abide with Hayley Wilson as she serves at the Baptist Medical and Dental Mission International in Honduras. Ask the Father to convict the Baygo unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Morgan Ramsey as she encourages and leads the middle and high school girls into a greater level of maturity and ministry. Intercede on behalf of our Baltimore Mission Team who leaves today to serve with Jeff Belcher at the Church of the Harbor. Pray for a safe return on the 18th. Plead with the Father to make us desperate for Him daily and specifically when we gather corporately to worship Him in spirit and truth. Pray for God’s comfort to be poured out on those in our church family who are grieving over the death of a loved one. Ask the Father to convict the Bederia unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up Pastor Kevin as he proclaims God’s Holy Word tonight in Oasis. Pray for Beth Rogers, Daryl, and family, as she continues to lay a solid foundation for spiritual support and development to our preschoolers and their families. Pray for God’s Spirit to be poured out on the leaders and our Senior Adults who attend Worship on Wednesdays. Prepare your mind and heart to join us today as we begin 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting for our September Awakening. Thank God for our ushers who welcome us with warm, friendly smiles and serve during the time of our offering. Ask the Father to convict the Beja Bedawi unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Draper Rogers, Tinker, and family, as he equips our Young Families to become fully devoted followers of Jesus. Ask the Father to bless James and Moite Lalrobul with all the spiritual and physical resources needed to expand their ministry to the Gilgal Children’s Home in . Ask the Father to convict the Beja Bisharin unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Ryan Taylor, Erica, and family, as he guides our children into God’s truth through practical and relevant ministry. Pray for the Father’s righteous right hand to be extended toward our Security and Medical Teams. Earnestly plead with the Father to fill the employees and volunteers of the North Jefferson Women’s Center with wisdom and compassion for the women who come seeking spiritual guidance and help. Ask the Father to convict the Beja Hadendoa unreached people group of Syria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Madison Terry, Angela, and family, as he teaches and motivates our college students to unashamedly live and share the gospel on college campuses. Continue to pray for all our scheduled 2019 mission trips. Plead with our Father to strongly convict the people, in the and foreign countries to whom we will minister, of sin, righteousness, and the judgment to come. May we pray expecting to see a great harvest of souls this year! Ask the Father to convict the Berta Benishangul unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Tanner Vines, and Katy, as he prepares himself to lead us to God’s throne in worship. Lift up our Media Ministry as they diligently work to enhance our times of worship. Cry out for brokenness and repentance in our church. Intercede on behalf of the families who participate in our Foster Care Ministry. Pray for peaceful solutions to our immigration crisis on our southern border. Ask the Father to convict the Berti unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Caleb Waid, Brittney, and family, as he gives leadership to our student ministry. Please join the student ministry staff in praying for the Lord to raise up some new Life Group leaders. Intercede on behalf of the volunteers who will distribute 300 backpacks to families in our area and, more importantly, share the gospel with them. Pray for our state congressional leaders serving in the Alabama House of Representatives and the Senate. Pray they will be of one mind as they lead our great state. Ask the Father to convict the Bideyat unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Steven and Karen Webb as they continue to pour into our present and future newlyweds. Petition the Father to continually use our cross to convict those traveling on I-65 of their desperate need for Jesus. Lift up the “First Light” Men’s Bible Study group and their leader, Allen Oakley. Ask the Father to pour out His Spirit in such a powerful way that sin once again becomes repugnant to the people of God. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Ask the Father to convict the Birgid Arabized unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up Pastor Kevin as he shares God’s Word tonight. Pray for George Weeks, Cindy, and family, as he leads our Senior Adult ministry. Lift up our Deacons as they faithfully support our pastor and serve our church body, especially our widows. Intercede for someone by name who desperately needs to experience the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Pray for the Gardendale Chamber of Commerce and Bill Cassaday, Executive Director. Ask the Father to convict the Bokoruge unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Brother Leon Zalenski, and family, as he faithfully serves our Lord through the Pastoral Care Ministry and leads a Grief Share Group Sunday at the North Campus and Tuesday at the Gardendale Senior Adult Center. Thank the Lord for the volunteers who serve in our Grounds for Missions Café. Petition the Father to continually use our cross to convict those traveling on I-65 of their desperate need for Jesus. Pray God would raise up young men in our church to preach the Word of God with boldness. Ask the Father to convict the Burun Arabized unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ. Pray for Carolyn McGuirk as she gives direction in our Early Learning Center Daycare. Pray for unity with our fellow churches in the North Jefferson Baptist Associate under the direction of Brother Steve Loggins. Pray against the spirit of depression that has penetrated and overwhelmed the minds and hearts of so many people. Ask the Father to convict the Burun Lange unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Lisa McGrady, director of our Early Learning Center Kindergarten/Daycare and After School Program, and staff who provide a safe place for our school-aged children. Intercede on behalf of NAMB missionaries, Jeff and Kelly Belcher, who serve as church planters in Baltimore, Maryland. Lift up all the churches in the Gardendale area as they meet together to worship this evening. Pray, by standing in the gap, against the forces of wickedness who have mesmerized the people of GFBC. Cry out to God to revive His Bride. Ask the Father to convict the Chinese General unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for our Ministerial Support Staff who work faithfully behind the scenes. Lift up all the churches in the Gardendale area as they meet together to worship. Intercede for the Jefferson County Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. Craig Pouncey, administrators, teachers, and students. Pray for our Supreme Court Justices to be filled with godly wisdom. Ask the Father to convict the Dair Thaminyl unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Dale Patrick, Joe Robinson, our maintenance staff, and housekeeping crew. Cry out to God to raise up a body of believers at GFBC who will grab hold of God in prayer and not let go until He moves in power. Pray they will be blessed with wisdom as they cultivate relationships with unbelievers who will ultimately receive the good seed of the gospel. Ask the Father to convict the Daju Dar Fur unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Plead with God to anoint us with a holy boldness to share the gospel. Ask the Father to bless the men who will lead in worship tonight at Jimmie Hale Mission. Intercede for our administrators, teachers, and student as they return to school today. Pray for unity and repentance in churches that are experiencing the attack of the devil. Ask the Father to convict the Dar Hamid unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ. Plead the blood of Jesus over our Downpour service and observance of the Lord’s Supper tonight in Oasis. Pray for the various age group ministries in our church. Petition our Father to move mightily tonight in Oasis. Pray for our Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, the Executive Director, Dr. Rick Lance and staff. Plead the blood of Jesus over missionary Elise Cadet for supernatural power as he serves the LORD through the Holy Bible Church and the 450 children of the Christian School in Petite Riviere de Bayonaise, Haiti. Ask the Father to convict the Deaf unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for the men and women who are incarcerated in our local, county, and state jails and prisons. Plead the blood of Jesus over their lives so they will listen to God’s Spirit who convicts them of sin. Pray believing that what the enemy meant for harm they would allow God to work for their good and His glory. Ask the Father to convict the Debri Wei unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Plead the blood of Jesus over every abortion clinic in our country that their doors would close and services would end to the countless brutal murders of innocent lives. Pray for an opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus to someone who desperately needs the gospel. Ask the Father to convict the Delen Warki unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Thank the Lord for His abundant blessings that He so graciously poured out on us this month. Intercede on behalf of the pastors in our area who are making final preparations to preach tomorrow. Ask the Father to convict the Dilling Arabized unreached people group of Sudan to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.