Paul has taught me so very much over the years, and to this day his words live in me.
From CHURCHLEADERS:
The Apostle Paul’s prayers for God’s people are a fascinating study. It’s interesting to observe the requests Paul makes. His prayers focused on hearts and minds being conformed to Christ.
D.A. Carson wrote an excellent book on Paul’s prayers, A Call to Spiritual Reformation, Priorities from Paul and His Prayers. In it, he says we should seek “to find out exactly what it is he asks God for on their [the people he prays for] behalf, and compare the results with what we normally ask for.”
Take these prayers to your next staff meeting and spend time praying them over your congregation. Better yet, pick some to memorize and pray over your people daily!
Apostle Paul’s Prayers for the People of God
10 Powerful Prayers the Apostle Paul Prayed Over God’s People