Volume 22, Number 3 March 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 Jesus 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. Ask the Father to move mightily amongst us in 2019. Lift up our students and leaders who are participating in BLAST this weekend. Pray for the God’s Spirit to do a renewed and redemptive work in our students. Pray for James Herron and family as they serve as IMB missionaries on the Lake Victoria Islands in Jinga, Uganda. Ask the Father to convict the Berber Imazighen unreached people group of to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Brother Mark Harrison, Debbie, and family, to be greatly used by God this year. Pray for our choir, praise team, and orchestra as they prepare to lead us into God’s throne room for worship. Pray for Mayor Hogeland, and wife Susan, as he continues to lead our city with honor and integrity. Pray for Chris Parker as he plants a 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 Berber unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for De Allen, Cindy, and family, as he oversees our finances and facilities. Lift up the BLAST leaders and students who will lead us in a time of worship this morning. Intercede for Caleb Waid as he preaches. Pray for those who will follow the Lord in believer’s baptism this morning. Pray that no weapon formed against President Trump and family will prosper. Pray for Bobby, Tammy, and the Greer family as they continue their season of refreshing here in the states. 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 Berber Senhaja unreached people group of Morocco 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. 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. Petition the Father to anoint missionary Elise Cadet with 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 Berber Shawiya unreached people group of Morocco 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 during Oasis and the LORD’s Day. Lift Kelly up to the throne daily as she continues her treatments for breast cancer. Ask the Father to heal her completely. Intercede on behalf of the Women’s Bible Study as they continue their spring series, “Rooms Full of Riches.” Pray for Pam Edmonson as she teaches today. 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. Pray for Vice President Mike Pence and family as they serve our country with Christian honor and dignity. Ask the Father to convict the Berber Southern Shilha unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for God’s Spirit to move mightily tonight in Oasis. 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. Pray for those who will follow the Lord in believer’s baptism this evening in Oasis. Ask the Father to encourage our homebound members who are physically unable to join us in worship and Bible study. Ask the Father to convict the Berber Tekna unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Keenan Braden, Peg, and family, as he ministers to our singles. Pray for our Congressional leaders to introduce and pass bills that comply with “In God We Trust.” Thank the Father for the men and women in blue who protect the residents of Gardendale. Continue to earnestly pray for the “SUB 25” Spring Semester for college students. Intercede on behalf of Loyd and Alma Miguel who serve as missionaries to the Miskito, Myanga, and Spanish people of North Central Nicaragua. Pray they will continue to have safe passage to their people groups during a time of political and national turmoil. Ask the Father to convict the Berber Uregu unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Mike Cornelius, Kelley, and family, as he leads our UPWARD sports ministry, especially the current basketball season and upcoming baseball/softball season, with its many volunteers and participants. 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 Berber Warain unreached people group of Morocco 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. Lift up the Uganda Mission Team as they leave today to minister on the Islands of Lake Victoria. 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 Berber Zakara unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Pastor Kevin as he preaches a message entitled: “Fixer Upper” from Luke 19:1-10. Pray for a mighty move of God’s Spirit in today’s worship services. Pray for Leslie Everhart and family as they continue to grieve during the passing of Howard. Ask the Father to anoint Leslie with fresh oil that will strengthen and sustain her as she leads our choirs and orchestra for God’s honor and glory. 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 Deaf unreached people group of Morocco 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. Lift up the orphans and our widows that they would experience encouragement, peace, and comfort from the Father. 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 French unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up the Women’s Bible Study as they continue their spring series, “Rooms Full of Riches.” Pray for Sheila Keedy as she teaches today. Call on Jehovah Rapha to heal those who are sick in our church body. Pray for Allen Oakley, Robin, and family, as he continues to cast and implement the vision for the Adult and Men’s Ministries. 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 Harratine unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for God’s Spirit to be poured out on the leaders and our Senior Adults who attend Worship on Wednesdays. Ask the Father to fill Jen Schmidt with a fresh anointing of God’s Spirit as she speaks to us tonight in Oasis. Pray for Morgan Ramsey as she encourages and leads the middle and high school girls into a greater level of maturity and ministry. Ask the Father to convict the Izarguien unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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 comfort to be poured out on those in our church family who are grieving over the death of a loved one. 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 Jebala unreached people group of Morocco 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. Pray for vocalist, Steve Green, as he leads tonight in a time of honor and celebration for Tony Cooper and Jimmie Hale Mission. 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 India. Ask the Father to convict the Jew, Judeo-Moroccan unreached people group of Morocco 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. Lift up our K-5th graders who will participate in the children’s “Worship Party.” Pray for Ryan as he teaches his students how to worship our Father in spirit and truth. Pray for the Father’s righteous right hand to be extended toward our Security and Medical Teams. Pray for the safe return of our Uganda Mission Team. Ask the Father to convict the Moor unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up Tony Cooper, Executive Director of Jimmie Hale Mission, in fervent prayer as he preaches the Word this morning. 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. Ask the Father to bless the Breakfast Team as they go to our local schools. May they be the hands and feet of Jesus as they serve a hot, delicious meal to the faculty and staff. Continue to pray for all our scheduled 2019 mission trips. Plead with our Father to strongly convict the people, in the United States 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 Moroccan, Speaking unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Tanner Vines 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. 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 Regeibat unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for Caleb Waid, Brittney, and family, as he continues to adjust to student ministry life at GFBC. Lift up the Women’s Bible Study as they continue their spring series, “Rooms Full of Riches.” Pray for Rita Patton as she teaches today. Cry out for brokenness and repentance in our church. 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 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 Russian unreached people group of Morocco 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. Ask the Father to send a fresh wind of His Spirit to permeate tonight’s Oasis service. Pray God would raise up young men in our church to preach the Word of God with boldness. Petition the Father to continually use our cross to convict those traveling on I-65 of their desperate need for Jesus. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Ask the Father to convict the Saharawi unreached people group of Morocco to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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. Pray for the Gardendale Chamber of Commerce and Bill Cassaday, Executive Director. Ask the Father to convict the Spaniard unreached people group of Morocco 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. 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. Ask the Father to convict the Turk unreached people group of Morocco 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 amongst 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 Algerian, Arabic Speaking unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Lift up Pastor Kevin as he preaches a message entitled: “Life Lessons from a Shepherd”, Part 1 from 1 Samuel 16:1-13. 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. 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 Arab Egyptian unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for our Ministerial Support Staff who work faithfully behind the scenes. Lift up 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. Plead the precious blood of Jesus over New York’s Governor, Andrew Cuomo, that he would rescind his bill to endorse the Reproductive Health Act. Ask the Father to convict the Arab Iraqi unreached people group of Algeria 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. Lift up the “First Light” Men’s Bible Study group and their leader, Allen Oakley. Pray for Women’s Bible Study. Ask our Lord to anoint Kelli Mitchell as she teaches today. Ask the Father to bless the men who will lead in worship tonight at Jimmie Hale Mission. 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 Chaamba unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Plead with God to anoint us with a holy boldness to share the gospel. Pray for unity and repentance in churches that are experiencing the attack of the devil. Intercede for the Community Bible Study meeting at the North Campus today. Lift up all the churches in the Gardendale area as they meet together this evening. Ask the Father to convict the Bedouin Dui-Menia unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for our Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, the Executive Director, Dr. Rick Lance and staff. Intercede on behalf of our Young Families who strive to create Christ-centered homes. Pray for Brother Leon as he leads a Grief Share Group at the Gardendale Senior Adult Center. Ask the Father to convict the Bedouin Laquat unreached people group of Algeria 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 Bedouin Nail unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Pray for an opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus to someone who desperately needs the gospel. Intercede on behalf of the pastors in our area who are making final preparations to preach tomorrow. Ask the Father to convict the Bedouin Ruarha unreached people group of Algeria to become fully devoted followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Ask the Father to anoint Pastor Kevin as he concludes his sermon: “Life Lessons from a Shepherd”, Part 2 from 1 Samuel 24. Pray for the leaders and children who participate in our Centershot Archery Ministry. Ask the Father to convict the Bedouin Sidi unreached people group of Algeria 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.