Summoning God's Power

I read an awesome prayer from David this morning - "Summon your power, O God; show us your strength, O God, as you have done before." Psalms 68:28. So I decided to act upon this verse and claim it as mine as I prayed for things that are in my heart. So on July 12, 2007 in a park in Cherokee County, Georgia, I prayed that God would show his power and strength on my behalf (as He had done before for Moses and Joshua). My prayer is that:
  • The Rock Woodstock would reach 250 people in attendance before December 31, 2007
  • We would get $7,000 for the KSU Ministry
  • We would get $50,000/year for staff and special projects
  • We would get more staff to fill key positions of ministry in the church
  • Launch the Web Church within a year

Obviously, it would take God's mighty hand and power to see these prayers become a reality. But the same God that parted the Red Sea and kept the sun still so that Joshua could defeat his enemies is the one I am counting on to come through for me and our ministry at The Rock Woodstock.

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  1. BIGKDecember 5, 2007 at 1:49 AM

    Just remember that all things are possible through christ. Jesus promised that we would do even greater things than he if we just have the faith of a tiny mustard seed.Through him you have the power to make these goals a reality. Be encouraged and never give up on your dreams of expanding your ministry and the kingdom of Jesus Christ. Brother Joel O'steen says to wait with expectantsy. We have a BIG GOD who will do BIG THINGS on our behalf if we just remain steadfast and have faith. I wish you the very best that christ has to offer according to his perfect will for your life and your ministry.

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