Day 16 - Monday, January 26 - ELECTED OFFICIALS

DAY 16 – MONDAY, JAN 26 ELECTED OFFICIALS 

Pray that our elected officials (national, state & city) would be given wisdom as they guide and govern our country. 

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Day 15 - Sunday, Jan 25 - WORK, SCHOOL, NEIGHBORHOODS

DAY 15 – SUNDAY, JAN 25 

WORK, SCHOOL, NEIGHBORHOODS 

Pray that God would open doors in our workplaces, school and neighborhoods for the good news of Christ to be shared. 

“And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.” Colossians 4:3

Day 14 - Saturday, Jan 24 - SERVICES AT BFWC

DAY 14 – SATURDAY, JAN 24

SERVICES AT BFWC

Pray that during this week’s services people would discover God’s love, grace and purpose for their life.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and future.” Jeremiah 29:11

Day 13 - Friday, Jan 23 - MEDIA OUTREACH

DAY 13 – FRIDAY, JAN 23

MEDIA OUTREACH

Pray that God would use our Media Outreach to reach the lost and open their eyes to the reality of His love and grace.

“The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:4

Day 12 - Thursday, Jan 22 - HEALING

DAY 12 – THURSDAY, JAN 22

HEALING

Pray that those who are sick would be healed.

“And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.” James 5:15

Day 11 - Wednesday, Jan 21 - GIVING

DAY 11 – WEDNESDAY, JAN 21
GIVING

Pray for generous giving to supply the ministries of BFWC.

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:38

Day 10 - Tuesday, Jan 20 - CHILDREN & YOUTH

DAY 10 – TUESDAY, JAN 20
CHILDREN & YOUTH

Pray for the children and youth of BFWC to grow strong spiritually, intellectually, physically and relationally.

“And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52

Day 9 - Monday, Jan 19 - FAITH

DAY 9 – MONDAY, JAN 19
FAITH

Pray for the leadership and direction of Faith over the next year.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:1

Day 8 - Sunday, Jan 18 - PASTORS

DAY 8 – SUNDAY, JAN 18

PASTORS

Pray for our lead pastors, Russell & Beverly Hylton and the entire pastoral staff as they continue

to speak the Word of God with boldness and power.

“Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make know the mystery of the gospel.” Ephesians 6:19

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Day 7 - Saturday - Jan 17 - FAMILY & FRIENDS

DAY 7 – SATURDAY, JAN 17 

FAMILY & FRIENDS

Pray that God would provide opportunities for you to invite your family and friends to church.

“Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of the two who heard what John had said and who had followed Jesus. The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, “We have found the Messiah” (that is, the Christ). And he brought him to Jesus.” John 1:40-42

Day 6 - Friday, Jan 16 - FINANCES

DAY 6 – FRIDAY, JAN 16
FINANCES

Pray that God would meet all your financial needs and cause your finances to flourish.

“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19

Day 5 - Thursday, Jan 15 - DIRECTION

DAY 5 – THURSDAY, JAN 15

DIRECTION

Pray that God would empower you to discern His direction and will for your life.

“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you saying, “This is the way;

walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21

I Feel This For Someone Today

This is for someone today!

For a long time David was kept in continual apprehension of ATTACK by the hand of Saul, yet he persevered in meek & respectful behavior towards his persecutor.

How UNCOMMON is such prudence & discretion, especially under insults & constant provoking!

Ask yourself if you IMITATE this character when you are being slandered & crucified by the polls of ignorance & all you can do is stand in integrity with your mouth closed.

Are you behaving WISELY in all your WAYS? Search your heart to see if there is no sinful omission, no rashness of spirit or nothing wrong in your conduct.

Opposition & perverseness in OTHERS, does not excuse wrong tempers in US, but should increase our care & attention to the duties of our position.

"Consider Him that endured contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be weary and faint in your minds," Hebrews 12:3.

If David magnified the HONOR of being son-in-law to king Saul, how should we magnify the honor of being sons to the KING OF KINGS!

Hold steady & watch what God is about to do.

Day 4 – Wednesday, Jan 14 - COURAGE

Day 4 – Wednesday, January 14
COURAGE

Pray for the courage to obey God even in difficult situations or when facing opposition. 

“Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego replied to him, “King Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you in this mater. If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it, and he will deliver us from your Majesty’s hand. But if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship their image of gold you have set up.” Daniel 3:16-18

Day 3 - Tuesday, Jan 13 - COMMITMENT TO GOD

DAY 3 – TUESDAY, JAN 13
COMMITMENT TO GOD

Pray that your heart might be fully committed to the Lord.

“For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” 
2 Chronicles 16:9

Day 2 - Monday, Jan 12 - REVELATION OF GOD'S LOVE

DAY 2 – MONDAY, JAN 12

REVELATION OF GOD’S LOVE

Pray that God might give you a deeper revelation of His love for you.

“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge – that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:16-19

Day 1 - Sunday, Jan 11 - SPIRITUAL HUNGER

DAY 1 – SUNDAY, JAN 11

SPIRITUAL HUNGER

Pray that during these 21 days of fasting your spiritual hunger for Christ would increase.

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, and his incomparably great power for us who believe.” Ephesians 1:18-19

The Law of Reciprocity

What do you want in life?

What do you think you lack?

What do you wish to receive?

Here is how to get it:  GIVE TO OTHERS WHAT YOU WISH TO RECEIVE!

I believe GIVING starts the receiving process in your life.  In Luke 6:31, Jesus teaches us "Do to others as you would have them do to you."

Giving to others, provokes the power to create ABUNDANCE in our lives.  If we withhold our giving, we stop the rebounding energy flow of RECIPROCITY.

Most of the people I know, really want to make a difference in this world, in our country and in our community.  I believe the best INVESTMENT we can make is in our FUTURE - the YOUTH! 

This is one of the primary reasons we continue to offer our Sports Ministry with the Basketball program called UPWARD.  

Often, the most important principles and skills on how to live a successful life are not taught in school - goal setting, self-responsibility, building self-worth, communicating with others, managing time and developing a success mindset.

Want to do something SIGNIFICANT...something that makes a life-changing difference in the life of another...many others?  Want to ignite the law of RECIPROCITY in building your own success?

Help us this season!  For more information, visit our website www.bfwc.net and see how you can get involved in our UPWARD Basketball & Cheerleading outreach.

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There Is PROGRESS in the PROCESS!

If we want PROGRESS in leadership, there is no progress unless we embrace the PROCESS of leadership. That means sometimes we do some hard work, some difficult work, some unbelievable work & no one is going to see it but God.

We've got to get past wanting to get DISCOVERED & start concerning ourselves with being DEVELOPED. When we stop screaming at the world, "Discover me!" & start screaming at God, "Develop me!" That's when we'll reach our potential.

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Have You Ever Been Stereotyped?

Have you ever been stereotyped? This morning, I had to drop my truck off at the mechanic. It was early, so I thought I would walk down the road to Starbucks and grab a coffee while I waited for the sun to rise and possibly catch a ride to work from a friend.

Picture this...it's dark, I'm wearing my army green jacket, I'm carrying a gym bag, my backpack and I'm walking down the road. I GOT SOME STARES.

Sometimes when we see people walking down the side of the road, we can assume the wrong thing.  We can assume that just because they are walking, they either don't have a car, can't afford a car or they're homeless.

The truth can become lost in the facts.  The TRUTH is, my truck is in the shop. The FACT is I'm walking to Starbucks by choice. Actually, I could have stayed at the mechanics shop and filled up on the tar-like coffee being served in the 2x2 guest waiting area. #SoundsYummy

I remember something similar happening when my daughter had her High School graduation party. My sister-n-law came into town to help us host the party. During all the preparations we realized that we were completely out of ice and some other items.  Guests were starting to arrive.  With time working against us,  my sister-n-law jumped in the truck with me and we headed to the store to get the items we needed while my wife and daughter stayed at the house to welcome guests and host. When we got to the check-out line to pay for our items...SURE ENOUGH...we ran into one of those "church people" who like to TALK ABOUT EVERYONE and apparently operates in the 10th Spiritual Gift called loquaciousness. 

This dear "sister" (I use that term lightly) confused the TRUTH from the FACTS.  The FACT was I was driving in my truck with another woman (other than my wife) the TRUTH was...she was my sister-n-law.

Friends, never confuse the TRUTH from the FACTS. Often times, people reach conclusions by what they've HEARD rather than what is TRUE. Honestly, you'll never be able to entirely prevent these misunderstandings from happening.  There will always be someone who is nosy, overly opinionated and loves to spread tales.  (Sound like anyone you know? Possibly you?) 

I've learned that you never talk ABOUT someone if you've not taken the time to talk TO them. Friends, enjoy the journey...even if you have to walk to Starbucks in the dark. 

Now when is my ride supposed to be here?

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