
1. For I will forgive their wickedness, and I’ll remember their sins no more, (Hebrews 8:12). Christ offers to forgive us of our sins and bring us to God through His sacrificial death. We pray in thanksgiving that as we accept Jesus as Savior and Lord, doing God’s will is something we desire with all our heart and mind. Please pray for our farmers, harvest season is in full speed ahead. Today I am thankful for life.
2. My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, don’t show favoritism, (James 2:1). Wealth does not mean a person is more godly. We pray to view all people as equals through Christ. We pray to remember we have responsibilities to those in need. Please join in prayer with Karen that the state of Illinois will reinstate the opportunity for having a FCFI booth at the FFA State Convention. It is closed for now. She has worked there for several years and knows the importance of witnessing to these young people. Today I am thankful I had godly parents.
3. But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God, (1 Peter 2:20). Some suffering is the direct result of our own sin, some because of our foolishness, and some because we live in a fallen world. We pray to face suffering as Christ did with patience, calmness, and confidence that God is in control of the future. Mule Day, Calvary Ga, Bill Brown. Today I am thankful for health.
4. His divine power has given us everything we need for life, (2 Peter 1:3). We do not have the power to do good within us. When we are born again, God, by His Spirit empowers us. We pray for God’s righteousness in Jesus Christ to dwell in us. Please pray for our teens, they have to make life altering decisions every minute of every day…peer pressure is real. Today I am thankful for jobs.
5. God is light, in Him is no darkness at all, (1 John 1:5). Light represents what is good, pure, true, holy, and reliable. Darkness represents sin and evil. We pray to claim our Light and be the Light in this dark world. Please join Stephen in prayer for his neighbor, Mary. Her husband is in the nursing home and she is on dialysis and is feeling very discouraged. Today I’m thankful for my daughter.
6. Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father’s Son, will be with us in truth and love, (2 John 3). Truth is the truth about Jesus as opposed the lies of the false teachers. We pray to open our hearts to Jesus and receive His TRUTH. Please pray for Bill Brown as he continues to have health issues. Today I am thankful for Bill and Kathy all who are involved with FCFI.
7. It was for the sake of the Name that they went out, (3 John 7). When we help someone spread the Gospel through a ministry we are in a very real way a part of that ministry. We pray to join with others who evangelize by praying, giving and coming along beside them in day to day service. Dragon Boat Festival, Lake Hernando, FL, Bill Brown. Today I am thankful for my three granddaughters.
8. In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow their own ungodly desires, (Jude 18). The last times is a common phrase referring to the time between Jesus’ first and second comings. We live in the last times. We pray to be a light in the times we live in. Please pray for young people to get involved with the FCFI as workers to share the Good News of Jesus through the Wordless Walking Stick Ministry. Today I am thankful I live in America.
9. He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches, (Revelation 2:11). We hear with our physical ears but we discern with our Spiritual ears through the Spirit of God. We pray for ears to hear both physically and Spiritually. Today I am thankful for good co-workers.
10. But Jacob replied, I will not let you go unless you bless me, (Genesis 32:25). Jacob wrestled with God, but did not let go. We pray to be persistent when we face difficult times in holding on to the very one who can conquer all our problems. Today I am thankful I live in a country setting.
11. Moses said to the Lord, O Lord, I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since You have spoken to Your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue, (Exodus 4:10). Moses pleaded with God to let him out of his mission. We pray to trust that God will provide words, strength, courage, and ability if He calls us to a mission. Veteran’s Day. This day was set aside after WW1 to honor those who have served in armed forces to protect and defend our country. God bless America and our Veterans!!! Today I am thankful for all who served and are serving now.
12. If anyone takes the life of a human being, he must be put to death, (Leviticus 24:17). This was not an okay for vengeance but an order for the judges. We pray for a nation to remember the punishment should fit the crime and not call evil good and good evil. Today I am thankful old friends.
13. At the Lord’s command through Moses, each was assigned his work and told what to carry, (Numbers 4:49). God commanded Moses and Aaron to count the Levites who would take care of the tabernacle. He then assigned them a task. We pray to be ready and prepared to do service as God calls us. Today I am thankful for good friends.
14. You have made you way around this hill country long enough, now turn north, (Deuteronomy 2:3). God gave the Israelites their marching orders and strict instruction for the journey. We pray to listen to God’s voice as we travel along our journey of life. Today I am thankful for coming from a good extended family.
15. I know that the Lord has given this land to you, (Judges 2:9). Rahab was not a Jew, nonetheless she knew who God was. We pray to remember God goes before us to make a way for His will to be done. Today I am thankful for FCFI and the work it does sharing the Gospel.
16. The Spirit of the Lord came upon him, (Judges 3:10). Othniel was called and empowered by God to be a judge…leader for Israel. We pray to fulfill our purpose through God’s Spirit of power. Today I am thankful I have had the opportunity to go on several mission trips.
17. Now Naomi had a relative on her husband’s side, from the clan of Elimelech, a man of standing, whose name was Boaz, (Ruth 2:1). Boaz’s reputation preceded him, as does ours. We pray to be in good standing with others and honor God as His witness. Haven Holiday Market, Winter Haven, FL, Bill Brown. Christmas Bazaar, CT, Bill Brown. Today I am thankful I have a trustworthy vehicle.
18. Samuel was troubled and he cried out to the Lord all that night, (1 Samuel 15:11). God expressed His sorrow that Saul’s heart was no longer in obedience to God’s commands. We pray to have a heart that changes not but is steadfast in the ways of the Word of God. 18-19 Gateway Farm EXPO, Kearney, NE, Andy Faeh. Today I am thankful God has blessed me with a sound mind.
19. He is a shield for all who take comfort in Him, (2 Samuel 22:31). David’s song of praise was all about God. We pray to look to God for our strength and our protection. Today I am thankful my family lives close.
20. He (Elijah) came to a broom tree, sat down under it and prayed that he might die, (1 Kings 19:4). Elijah was a mighty prophet of God. He had seen miracles and performed them. But when Jezebel threatened him he became afraid and discouraged. We pray to be strong fast in our faith in the midst of the hard times of our lives…even when things look hopeless, we pray to remember God is still God! 20-21 Cook Farm and Ranch Show, Jeff Goss. Today I am thankful for good weather.
21. The Israelites secretly did things against the Lord their God that were not right, (2 Kings 17:9). Israel was blatant and bold in their sin, they also tried to hide even worse sins. We pray to: things done in private are not a secret to God, but rather an act of defiance. Lord, forgive us we pray. Today I am thankful for my church family.
22. The rights of the firstborn belonged to Joseph, (1 Chronicles 5:2). Ruben was the oldest and Judah the strongest, but Joseph was the son God blessed and used. We pray to remember that no matter our circumstances, God is in control. Today I am thankful for a pastor who preaches the WORD.
23. The priests went into the sanctuary of the Lord to purify it, (2 Chronicles 29:16). The Levites had been kept from their duties by an evil king. Hezekiah called them back into service. We pray to look for opportunities to minister to others, through our calling in Jesus Christ. Today I am thankful for good food!!!
24. Oh Lord, God of Israel, you are righteous! We are left this day as a remnant. Here we are before you in our guilt, though because of it not one of us can stand in your presence, (Ezra 9:15). How fortunate we are that God gives us mercy! We pray for not what we think we deserve, rather grace, grace, God’s grace! Today I am thankful for God’s plan for salvation.
25. Remember me with favor, Oh my God, (Nehemiah 13:31). Leadership appears glamorous at times, but it is often lonely, thankless, and filled with pressures to compromise values and standards. We pray, Oh Lord, for Nehemiah to be an example for effective leadership, through our trust in You. Today I am thankful for technology.
26. In the land of Uz there lived a man whose name was Job. This man was blameless and upright; he feared God and shunned evil, (Job 1:1). As we face life without all the answers to “why”, we can use Job as an example. We pray for our faith to be strengthened and defined as we face grief and pain. We pray to run to God rather than away from Him. Thanksgiving. One of the most celebrated holidays in America, Canada and other countries. Be thankful for all blessings!!! Today I am thankful to live in a land of plenty.
27. The heavens declare the glory of God, (Psalm 19:1). God reveals Himself through nature. Who can produce a sunset, or a rainbow except through the power of God. We pray to open our hearts to see God’s greatness through the world around us. Today I am thankful I can read.
28. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul, (Proverbs 2:10). We gain wisdom through a constant process of growing, and learning from our mistakes and wrong choices. We pray for Godly wisdom as we search God’s Word Today I am thankful for antibiotics and natural healing.
29. If a ruler’s anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great errors to rest, (Ecclesiastes 10:4). Sometimes the anger of the person in authority above us is unjustified. We can react or we can continue to quietly and efficiently continue with our duties. We pray to be the people of God that can ride the storms in the work place and prevail. Today I am thankful for people who make me feel loved.
30. Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom, (Song of Songs). Little problems can tear down a relationship if allowed to eat away at the vineyard of our relationship. We pray to foster our relationships and not let little problems become big hindrances between us and those we love. Please pray for our area leaders! Today I am thankful for December.