2The first phase of boxes is in transit to Charlotte. Please pray for protection and the rest of the process, as we move to a new location.

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FEBRUARY 2018

PRAYERGUIDEIsaiah 40:26 (NIV)Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these?He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name.Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing.

1 GRACE COMMUNION CHARLESTON, SC

Father, Son and Spirit thank you for Pastor Tommie and First Lady Robin who have faithfully, by your grace, served well our brothers and sisters in Charleston these last five years. We thank you Lord for the good work you’ve done and will continue doing through them in the years ahead. We thank you also for providing this beautiful place where they gather for worship, fellowship and the work of ministry. Lord Jesus may our brothers and sisters in Charleston continue to bless each other and the community you’ve called them to serve.

3 GRACE COMMUNION PHILIPINES

For the past few weeks the active Mayon Volcano located in Legazpi City, has been posing a major threat and causing major evacuation in the area. The ash in the air poses a threat to people and livestock. The number of memebers affected in the area is growing. The church is already responding to help mobilize food and temporary shelter. Please pray that God will avert a powerful eruption, keep the people including our brethren safe, and provide for humanitarian needs in the area.

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Many are experiencing colder weather – greater expense in heating and protection. Let us pray for provision & protection for our brothers and sisters.

5 MONDAY MEDITATION

Colossians 3:12-13

Take a moment to rest in your friendship with Christ, bask in the grace & love he extends to you. Then reflect, who is he calling me to extend grace and love to today?

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7Let us intentionally pray for our pastors in Nigeria as they puruse the high calling of pastoral ministry. “And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding.”Jeremiah 3:15

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Our prayers are for our members in Honduras. The country has been in political turmoil for over a month after the recent election. The whole country is in tension. There are over 30 people dead as a result of the situation. Services have been cancelled a few times for the safety of the members.

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Please pray for the Philip-pines visit of Dr. Tkach, and GC-USA Regional Pastors Rick Shallenberger & Tim Sitterly. They will be facilitating a conference gathering 300 present and emerging leaders from all over the country, towards our common goal of developing healthy churches. There will also be a combined thanks-giving celebration. May God grant protection, leading and blessing for visit and activities.

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A new elder has been raised in our fellowship. We are thankful for Joanne Jones and her leadership. May her ministry be a reflection of our gracious God.

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11We pray that team in every area of our humble denomination will be REAL teams. R elationally connectedE nthusiastically engagedA ffirming L iberating Leaders

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We praise you, our Triune God, for the leaders you have equipped and called and sent to us at GCI to participate in Your ministry of reconciliation to all mankind. We pray blessings on all of them, and especially giving thanks today for Koa Shima for stepping forward and sharing his musical talents with our New Hope Christian Fellowship congregation. Help us to encourage, to nurture and to counsel him wisely with your grace and love. Help our congregation to welcome Your young leaders into our midst and into our hearts. Amen.

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The board of the church in Mexico is meeting this week. Please pray for a joyous and fruitful time together.

And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in real knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve the things that are excellent. Philippians 1:9-10

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Colossians 3:1-2

Take the time to write down what is weighing on your heart and mind today. Pray over your list and then write out some truths about God or times when he has been faithful in similar situations in your life. Our God is so much bigger than all our fears.

MONDAY MEDITATION

FEBRUARY 2018

14Father, we know that we love only because you first love us. Regardless of our relationship status may we experience your love in personal ways. For those who have made the convenant to love each other as you love your church. Grant them the grace and strength to honor the promises they have made and reflect the love you have for us into this world.

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16We praise God for the New National Ministry Team. Takalani Muskwa will be the Leader, supported by Ghil Khoury and three regional pastors. We celebrate their willingness to step in and pray for wisdom, strength and unity for the team.

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We joyfully celebrate the selection of Kalengule Kaoma as Director of GCI churches in Africa. We know that he will be a liberating leader bringing high support, high challenge, and grace to our faithful leaders in Africa.

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25Lord we lift up those in our fellowship seeking employment. Please lead them to postitions where they can leverage the talent and skills you have blessed them with. Proviide discernment and confidence as they seek to honor you with their work.

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Each one of you is part of the body of Christ, and you were chosen to live together in peace. So let the peace that comes from Christ control your thoughts. And be grateful. Colossians 3:15

Peace comes from resting in the truth of who God is (loving, kind, gracious, and always working for our good), and remembering who we are (his beloved children). Take some time to write out some truths about who you are because of Christ.

MONDAY MEDITATION

28Lord, we bring to you Kansas City transitional leadership team. We thank you for their willingness to step into these new positions, and pray that bless the desires of their hearts for their congregation. We ask the you encourage them with a clear vision of their next steps, and a Holy Spirit inspired synergy among their team.

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Our Community Café that feeds local families joined us for a movie after services on Dec 31. We served popcorn, candy, and bottle water to guests who wanted to attend the movie. We pray that as we share Christ’s love with our community, lives will be surrendered to the Father and transformed by the Spirit.

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20There is much excitement about where the Spirit is leading us. We now have three small groups. A women's group, a men's group, and a church bible study. Please pray for participants to discover grace in meaningful new ways.

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Colossians 3:16

Today look for opportunities to speak truth and love into the lives of those God has placed around you.

MONDAY MEDITATION

22Prayer of thanksgiving for a successful 37th SEP in Australia. 70 campers and 40 staff engaged in fun, family, and faith over 8 days. Campers and staff enjoyed exploring the theme of “The Journey” in worship and discussions each day.

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Praising God for his provision. With help from a member in France, a much-needed bicycle was donated to our leader Mr. Chafa. He had been walking over six miles each week from his home in Bunda to Ntuwas-weka to serve the people there.

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Let us remember our co-laborers in France today, and ask God to continue to transform their ministry. “Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” Zechariah 4:6

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We are grateful recipients of a grant awarded by the City of Pikeville to help with our community dinner program. Please join us in praying that we share Christ’s love with our community and connections are made with our congregation.

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FEBRUARY 201818Jesus we celebrate that you are and always will be the head of the church. We yield to your perfect will in our lives and congregations. Let your love and light shine through us.

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Praying for the Lord’s belssings for our Woman’s Prayer Breakfast today. May our guests from the commu-nity feel welcomed and the Father’s safe embrace during our time together.

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