The Point of Prayer

The LORD will tell what to do when you call on HIM (23)

2009-05-20T21:57:00.000-05:00

>>>> Relax your mind and humble your heart to focus on Christ. Allow God
>>>> to be the only person on your mind while you read this prayer. If we
>>>> can take the time to read long jokes, stories, etc., we should give
>>>> the same respect to this prayer. Friends, who pray together, stay
>>>> together.
>>>>
>>>> Dear Lord, I thank you for this day. I thank You for my being able
>>>> to see and to hear this morning. I'm blessed because You are a
>>>> forgiving God and an understanding God. You have done so much for me
>>>> and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me this day for everything I
>>>> have done, said or thought that was not pleasing to you. I ask now
>>>> for Your forgiveness.
>>>>
>>>> You said in your word that my life is redeemed from destruction, so
>>>> I know that you will keep me safe from all danger and harm. Help me
>>>> to start this day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude. Let
>>>> me make the best of each and every day to clear my mind so tha t I
>>>> can hear from You.
>>>>
>>>> I have wisdom, insight and revealation and I know that you will
>>>> broaden my mind that I can accept all things.
>>>>
>>>> Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over. Let
>>>> me continue to see sin through God's eyes and acknowledge it as
>>>> evil. And when I sin, let me repent, and confess with my mouth my
>>>> wrongdoing, and receive the forgiveness of God.
>>>>
>>>> And when this world closes in on me, let me remember Jesus' example
>>>> -- to slip away and find a quiet place to pray. It's the best
>>>> response when I'm pushed beyond my limits. I know that when I can't
>>>> pray, You listen to my heart. Continue to use me to do Your will.
>>>>
>>>> Continue to bless me that I may be a blessing to others. Keep me
>>>> strong that I may help the weak. Keep me uplifted that I may have
>>>> words of encouragement for others. I pray for those who are lost and
>>>> can't find their way. I pray for those who are misjudged and
>>>> misunderstood. I pray for those who don't know You intimately. I
>>>> pray for those who will delete this without sharing it w ith others.
>>>> I pray for those who don't believe. But I thank you that I believe.
>>>>
>>>> I believe that God changes people and God changes things. I pray for
>>>> all my sisters and brothers. For each and every family member in
>>>> their households. I pray for peace, love and joy in their homes that
>>>> they are out of debt and all their needs are met they have plenty
>>>> more to put in store. They are distrbution center, they are the
>>>> head and not the tail, above only and never, ever again beneath. I
>>>> declare that they are wealthy, rich and prosperous and that you will
>>>> increase them more and more, they and their children. I declare
>>>> that great is the peace of their children and they are taught of the
>>>> Lord.
>>>>
>>>> I pray that every eye that reads this knows there is no problem,
>>>> circumstance, or situation greater than God. Every battle is in Your
>>>> hands for You to fight. I pray that these words be received into the
>>>> hearts of every eye that sees them and every mouth that confesses
>>>> them willingly..
>>>>
>>>> This is my prayer.
>>>>
>>>> In Jesus' Name, Amen.
>>>>
Susan Holly

Message in prayer, God convicted me

2009-02-03T09:23:00.001-05:00

God instructs us in phil 4:6 don't fret, worry abt anything, but pray
and petition with thanksgiving to make your wishes known to God
...he instructs us to pray with thanksgiving in every circumstance, not
pray with complaining. Grumbling and complaining usually happen when
something doesn't go the way we want it to...we r to be patient during
those times..patience isn't the ability to wait, but to keep a good
attitude while waiting. Remember you can't move forward in a positive
way if your thought and conversations are filled with complaining. We
have the mind of christ to show us right thinking and strength of mind
to resist a complaining spirit.

This is from "battlefield of the mind" by joyce meyer

Then v 7 and the peace of God which is far more wonderful than the human
mind can understand will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus...he
desires for us to have that peace of mind, beyond what our finite minds
can think or do..that peace will protect us from satans attempt at
stealing our joy. His peace is not the absence of conflict but it comes
from knowing God is in control..prayers with thanksgiving leads to
dependance on Christ for his answers to come in his perfect time and
peace through it all.
That's His word for me today,

God, when we start thinking about complaining, let us praise you
instead. We thank you for the blessing of life in You, the peace you
desire to give us. Help us not to look at the circumstance around us
but to look to you as the solution. You are the source of love, joy and
peace. We get out of our grumbling, complaining spirit and into your
thanksgiving, giving thanks to you and giving ourselves to lead others
to you. We love you because you first loved us and forever will love
us. Thank you for Christ's example of walking with you. He didn't even
complain in the wilderness with the devil. We ask forgiveness for doing
life alone and ask you to take the throne...we love you Lord Jesus.

I encourage you to pass this along to whomever God has on your heart.

Susan Holly

7/6/08

2008-07-08T20:18:00.001-05:00

Von Marie Rodriguez

Pray for my uncle in the Army that he is safe. He is my dad's brother,
Eddie Rodriguez.

Also pray that Henry County School Board accepts me to be in Eagles
Landing and not Henry County Middle.

No Name

Please pray for Frank Lester to get work.

CJ Smith

Thanks to God for healing my leg and hip. I give Him all the praise!

Mike Coffey

Please pray for Lynn Coffey who is ill with a respiratory illness.

Don Coffey

Please pray for my son, Ryan's, job interview.

Susan Holly

7-2-08

2008-07-06T08:38:00.000-05:00

Drew Folds

Pray for Drew and David Buttrill family.

CJ Smith

Pray for healing of the nerves in my left hip.

Lori Vincent

Pray for retina surgery on July 11th on both eyes.

Donna Lummus

Lisa Carr released from prison Monday to a halfway house. Pray for Godly
encouragement.

Susan Holly

Stop & Tell God Thank You

2008-06-30T21:32:00.001-05:00

>>> DEAR GOD:
>>>
>>>> I want to thank You for what you have already done. I am not going
>>>> to wait until I see results or receive rewards; I am thanking you
>>>> right now. I am not going to wait until I feel better or things look
>>>> better; I am thanking you right now. I am not going to wait until
>>>> people say they are sorry or until they stop talking about me; I am
>>>> thanking you right now.. I am not going to wait until the pain in my
>>>> body disappears ; I am thanking you right now. I am not going to
>>>> wait until my financial situation improves; I am going to thank you
>>>> right now. I am not going to wait until the children are asleep and
>>>> the house is quiet; I am going to thank you right now. I am not
>>>> going to wait until I get promoted at work or until I get the job; I
>>>> am going to thank you right now. I am not going to wait until I
>>>> understand every experience in my life that has caused me pain or
>>>> grief; I am thanking you right now. I am not going to wait until the
>>>> journey gets easier or the challenges are removed;
>>>>
>>>> I am thanking you right now. I am thanking you because I am alive. I
>>>> am thanking you because I made it through the day's difficulties. I
>>>> am thanking you because I have walked around the obstacles.
>>>>
>>>> I am thanking you because I have the ability and the opportunity to
>>>> do more
>>>>
>>>> and do better.
>>>>
>>>> I'm thanking you because FATHER, YOU haven't given up on me.
>>>>
>>>> THANK HIM.
>>>>
>>>> "If God takes you to it, He WILL take you through it!!!"
Reeni
Susan Holly

Prayer for melissa april 7,08

2008-04-09T07:40:00.000-05:00

Father we lift Melissa up to you now. I am sure you are ahead of this
prayer and are already with her, but we want you to hear our concern,
and let you know we place our trust in you for Melissa's healing
today. We are totally dependent on you in all things, but sometimes we
forget that until a heart is imperfect, or cancer invades, or a spinal
injury occurs, but then we really do know where to look. So we come to
you father with a need only you can fix, and a fix only you can
administer. We thank you for the doctor's who are tending to her
now, and we ask that you give them wisdom and ability beyond their
education. We call it "supernatural", but you call it
"routine". Please demonstrate your glory in the operating room
today, and make Melissa's heart perfect and whole. Father she is
your child with hopes, dreams, and a life yet to live. Please comfort
her and her family, give them your peace. We thank you in advance for
all that you are doing this very minute, and all that you will do in the
days ahead.

In Jesus Name and with grateful hearts,

Amen

Susan Holly

May 19

2008-03-19T06:32:00.000-05:00

Heavenly Father, most Gracious and Loving God, I pray to you! that you
Abundantly bless my family and me.
I know that you recognize, that a Family is more than
just a mother, father, sister, brother, husband and Wife,
but all who believe and trust in You.

GOD, I send up a prayer request for financial blessing for not only the
Person who sent this to me, but for me
and all that I have forwarded This message on to.
And that the power of joined prayer by those who
Believe and trust in you is more powerful than anything!
I thank you in Advance for your blessings.
God, deliver the person reading this right
Now from debt and debt burdens.

Release your Godly wisdom that I may be a good steward
over all that you Have given me GOD,
for I know how wonderful and mighty you are and
how If we just obey you and walk in your word and
have the faith the size of a Mustard seed that
you will pour out blessings.

I thank you now Lord for The recent blessings I have received and for
the blessings yet to come Because I know you are not done with me yet.
Amen
Susan Holly

3-6i)8

2008-03-06T13:16:00.000-05:00

Lou Harris called this afternoon to let us know that Heather McCullough
is in labor at Newton Medical Center. Please be praying for her and the
baby.

Susan Holly

RE: Taking authority over Satan

2007-11-19T17:35:00.000-05:00

AMEN, AMEN AND AMEN!!!!! Thank you Susan for those powerful words!
Jean

-----Original Message-----
From: Susan Holly [mailto:susanholly@theHollys.net]
Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2007 8:30 AM
To: harvestpoint.thepointofprayerblog@blogger.com; Dykes, Jean (MBS);
Jacob Holly; Megan Holly; David Holly
Subject: Taking authority over Satan

Luke 10:18-20 explains that we have authority over the Power of Satan.
Satan has no power over us because we trust in Jesus. Jesus saw satan
fall from heaven like lightening. Jesus stayed in heaven with God when
satan was kicked out. Jesus has authority over satan and He has given
us AUTHORITY over the power of the enemy. Praise you Jesus.

must be aware of your surroundings so you aren't "bit." Think about how

easy it is to kill a scorpion. You just have to have good aim so they
don't squirm away. Snakes are easier to spot. They slither around.
Some can squeeze you to death while others have venom. We must crush
those satan snakes in our lives so he doesn't get a grip around us.

Satan has no authority over us. Jesus has given us authority to crush

satan, but we shouldn't rejoice in the fact that evil spirits obey us,
but rejoice that your name is registered in heaven. Gods grace through
Jesus is our only hope to conquer the enemy. We are nothing without
Him. With Jesus, we can live with Jesus forever in heaven.

Lord Jesus, You tell us in your word that you have given us authority
over the power of the enemy. Wow, that is an amazing insight! Help us
to recognize the enemy so we can take authority before he starts to
squeeze us. We can crush satan every time he attacks us. He has no
authority over us in the name through the blood of Jesus. We claim
your power in our lives. We don't rejoice because evil spirits obey us,

but rejoive because our names are registered in heaven. Praise the name

of Jesus who was, and is and is to come. Amen
Susan Holly

Taking authority over Satan

2007-11-15T08:29:00.000-05:00

When satan is among you, you can crush him. Think about snakes and
scorpions. These animals are used to describe satan. They are low to
the ground, they are poisonous, but it is easy to crush them. The
scorpions squirm around in the dirt. They aren't easily spotted, so you
must be aware of your surroundings so you aren't "bit." Think about how
easy it is to kill a scorpion. You just have to have good aim so they
don't squirm away. Snakes are easier to spot. They slither around.
Some can squeeze you to death while others have venom. We must crush
those satan snakes in our lives so he doesn't get a grip around us.

Satan has no authority over us. Jesus has given us authority to crush
satan, but we shouldn't rejoice in the fact that evil spirits obey us,
but rejoice that your name is registered in heaven. Gods grace through
Jesus is our only hope to conquer the enemy. We are nothing without
Him. With Jesus, we can live with Jesus forever in heaven.

From Reeda ans Wesley

2007-10-06T10:00:00.001-05:00

We Love all of you guys

Wesley and Reeda
MAY YOUR BLESSINGS CONTINUE
TO BE FRUITFUL and PLENTIFUL.
Dear Lord, I thank You for this day.

I thank You for my being able to see
and to hear this morning.

I'm blessed because You are a forgiving God and
an understanding God.

You have done so much for me and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me
this day for everything I have done, said or thought that was not
pleasing to you.

I ask now for Your forgiveness.
Please keep me safe from all danger and harm.
Help me to start this day with a new attitude
and plenty of gratitude.

Let me make the best of each and every day to clear my mind so that I
can hear from You.

Please broaden my mind that I can accept what you have ordained to
happen in my life and that of those around me.

Let me not whine and whimper about things
over which I have no control,
And help me to respond lovingly even when
I am pushed beyond my limits.
I know that when I can't pray aloud,
You listen to my heart.

Please continue to use me to do Your will and
bless me that I may be a blessing to others.

Keep me strong that I may help the weak...
Keep me uplifted that I may encourage others.
I pray for those that are lost and have not yet found their way.

I pray for those that are yet misjudged and misunderstood.

I pray for those who don't know You intimately, O God. I pray for those
that don't believe.

But I thank you that I believe.
I believe that You, O God, change people
and their circumstances.

I pray that everyone who prays this prayer will be blessed and I pray
for all my sisters and brothers and for
each and every family member in their households.
I pray for peace, love and joy in their homes and
that they are out of debt and all their needs are met.

I pray that the whoever prays this prayer realizes that
You, O God, are greatern than any problem or circumstance.

If we leave every battle in Your hands for You to fight, there is no
weapon formed against us that will prosper.
I pray that these words be received into the hearts of everyone who sees
it.

God, I love you and I need you...

Please come and reside in my heart.
Amen

Susan Holly

Nehemiah's example in prayer

2007-05-19T07:07:00.001-05:00

Nehemiah had an active prayer life. He was an amazing example for a prayer warrior. In Chapter 1, he heard bad news about Jerusalem. The Jews who had survived captivity were in great trouble and disgrace because the walls of Jerusalem had been torn down and the gates were burned.

The first thing Nehemiah did was weep, mourn, fast, and pray to God. How often do we go to God first? He praised the Lord of heaven for His awesome greatness. He acknowleded that God keeps His covenant to those who obey His commands. He pleaded for the Lord to listen to him. He confessed his sin, the sin of his family, and the sin of his nation. He reminded God that if the people turn back to Him and obey His commands, He will bring the nation back together again. Nehemiah was a humble servant before the Lord and asked God for success in his mission to bring the people back th the place God had chosen for them. Nehemiah prayed from fall to spring (a season) before beginning his mission.

Lord, we come to you now. We praise you and thank you for teaching us everytime we seek your face. You are awesome and you can accomplish the impossible. With you, all things are possible. Thank you for Nehemiah's example of humility and strength. We confess that we get ahead of you sometimes. We think that we can handle things and charge ahead before You are ready to act. We humble ourselves, seek Your face, turn from our wicked ways. Heal our land, Heal our hearts, Lord. Help us to listen to your call, follow your guidance. Hear our prayer, oh Lord. Grant us success as we follow your commands. We delight in Honoring You, our strength and deliverer. In Jesus' precious name, AMEN

Lord, I'm ready (Col 4)

2007-05-14T13:14:00.001-05:00

Lord, I come to you today, devoting myself to prayer with an alert mind. I'm ready to receive whatever you have for me to do. Also, I thank you with a devoted heart for supplying all my needs according to your riches and golry in Christ Jesus.

I pray for my Christian brothers and sisters. Give them many opportunities to preach about your plan--that Christ is for all people. I pray for us all to proclaim your message as clearly as we should.

Give me wisdom among those who are not christians and make the most of every opportunity. I pray that my conversations will be gracious and effective so that I will have the right answer for everyone.

Lord, make me strong and perfect, fully confident of your whole will. Give me directions to carry out the work you give me.

Prayer for Virginia Tech

2007-04-20T14:48:00.001-05:00

>  > >   Father,  right now we acknowledge You & we acknowledge Your
> presence & Your  sovereignty.  Father we lift up Virginia Tech & the
> people affected by  the evil that has taken place on the campus.  We
> pray that Your Spirit be  with them.  We pray that Your loving arms be
> wrapped around them &  comfort them in this tragic time.  We pray for
> families, neighbors, &  friends.  We pray for staff, professors, &
> administrators.
>  > >   God,  we pray for people.  We pray for humanity.  We pray that
> this event will not cause people to turn from You but it will cause a
> nation to run to You  like they have never run before.  We pray for
> increased faith.  We  pray for spiritual growth.  We pray for Christian
>  fellowship & salvation of souls.  We pray that your hand will move
> mightily over Blacksburg, VA& over this nation.  Touch souls  right now
> &
>  comfort broken hearts.
Forgive us for our sins  Father.
In Your Son Jesus Christ name we pray.
  Amen.
>  > >
>  > >
>  > >> > >
Susan Holly

tragedy

2007-04-20T14:33:00.001-05:00

How do we pray when tragedy happens. Maybe a friend or family member is sick or dying.. We dont want that person to die, naturally in our human nature we want everything to be alright. In our spiritual nature, we want that person to be at peace, no pain. Why does God allow these tough times to happen?

It is never easy, but when we pray to him, rather than avoiding him, he can bring us comfort. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.

Psalm 77 explains that we are comforted in hard times by remembering how God helped us in the past. He is with us every step of the way. I will write a prayer to paraphrase.

Oh God, I cry out to you without holding back. Oh God, listen to me.

I remember when I was in deep trouble, I needed you, and searched for you. I prayed all night, hands lifted up pleading . There was no joy for me until you acted. I think of you, God, and I moan. I am longing for help. I stay awake because I'm too stressed to pray.

I remember the good old days, when my nights were filled with joyful songs. Have you forgotten me? Have you left me alone?

No, you are the God of miracles. Even though you do things that I don't understand, You are Holy. You are mighty. You have demonstated your awesome power among the nations. You have redeemed your people by your strength. You have proven yourself over and over.

Show yourself to me. Show me your love and your comfort. Many times I dont understand why things happen the way they do. Sometimes, I am angry with you, but you are faithful. I will recall all that you have done and remember your wonderful deeds. They are constantly in my thoughts, and I meditate on You. The time I have here on earth is Your Gift to me, and when I meet you in heaven I will fully understand your ways.

Lord, I love you in good times and bad, Amen

Just a conversation

2007-04-13T10:55:00.001-05:00

Prayer is a conversation with God. Think about having a conversation
with your best friend. Do you ask him/her for stuff, or do you just
chit chat (sometimes) or do you tell your best friend all your secrets?
What response do you expect? That person might hug you or tell you that
they love you. They might cry with you or laugh with you, or they might
be preoccupied and tell you to come back later.

Well, with God, he is always there, he's never too busy. He wants to be
your heavenly best friend. He wants you to bring him near.
Ps 65:4 What joy for those who chose to bring you near, those who live
in your holy courts. What joy awaits us inside your holy temple.

He is a joy to be with and talk to. He will never tell anyone your
secrets. He will listen to you..
Psalm 116:2 Because He bends down and listens, I will pray as long as I
have breath!

He loves you, and he desires to hear your songs to him, your chit chat,
your deepest secrets, your confessions, your praise, and even your
requests.
Ps 42: 8 Through each day the Lord pours his UNFAILING love on me, and
through each night I sing His songs, praying to God who gives me life.

Prayer

God, Best Friend, Thanks for being there for me. Thanks for keeping
all my secret safe in the shadow of your wings. I love to be with you.
I know I can't touch you physically, but when I pray, our souls touch.
You surround me with your unfailing love and fill me with your peace. I
lift up songs of joy to you and want to be ready to hear you speak to
me. Give me your ears so I can focus on what you have for me to do. I
am still and know that you are God, the joy of my salvation, the Light
that never goes out, the Prince of Peace.

Have a great day and thanks for hanging out with me. The best part is
you never leave me. I'm never lonely.
Susan Holly

Prepare for battle

2007-04-09T11:16:00.000-05:00

Is Satan real? Yes, Be alert because Satan is seeking whom he may
devour. He is ready to pounce on anyone who is vulnerable. We must
prepare for battle everyday, in Jesus name and by his strength. Jesus
can win your battle for you, but he has to be commander and chief in
your life. Victory can be His and you will see the victory because you
are working under His authority.

How can we prepare for battle? We must have enough rest. If you have
burdons, Jesus will give you rest for your soul (Matt11:28-30). As you
are giving Him control of your burdons, be strong and courageous, do not
fear or be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you and He will show
the way. (Deut 31:6) We must pray in Jesus' name for victory every
day. We must not waiver, but be prepared by reading Gods word, and
following his lead. Jesus can break the power of the devil (see Heb
2:14).

The Holy Spirit will prompt you to speak forth His truth. That is your
opportunity to Share Jesus with other. Take the opportunity and receive
victory in Jesus. God will bless you for your obedience!!!!!!!

Warriors prayer

Heavenly Father, Your warrior prepares for Battle. Today I claim
victory over Satan by putting on the whole armor of God.

I put on the Girdle of Truth! May I stand firm in the truth of Your
Word so I will not be a victim of Satan's lies.

I put on the Breastplate of Righteousness! May it guard my heart from
evil so I will remain pure and holy, protected under the blood of Jesus
Christ.

I put on the Shoes of Peace! May I stand firm in the Good News of the
Gospel so Your peace will shine through me and be a light to all I
encounter.

I take the Shield of Faith! May I be ready for Satan's fiery darts of
doubt, denial, and deceit so I will not be vulnerable to spiritual
defeat.

I put on the Helmet of Salvation May I keep my mind focused on you so
Satan will not have a stronghold on my thoughts.

I take the Sword of the Spirit! May the two edged sword of Your Word be
ready in my hands so I can expose the tempting words of Satan.

By faith your warrior has put on the whole armor of God.

I am prepared to live this day in Spiritual Victory!

Pray at all times and on every occasion in the power of the Holy Spirit
Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all Christians
everywhere. Eph 6:13-18

Susan Holly

What is the point of prayer?

2007-03-29T15:12:00.001-05:00

What is the point of prayer? Is it to get what we want? Is it like waving a magic wand, or rubbing a jenie bottle? Does God answer all our prayers? WELL, His thoughts are not our thoughts, His ways are not our ways. We might pray for a new car and be upset when he doesnt give it to us. Why didnt he answer our our prayer the way we wanted?

It is all about relationship. God wants to be your best friend. He wants you to meet him, get to know him, have a commitment with him, and grow closer to him. How do we do that? PRAYER is the key to your relationship with God. He will show you himself, and He will supply all your needs according to His riches and glory in Christ Jesus. Maybe he doesn't want you to have a new car now because that might cause you to take your eyes off of Him. Maybe he does want you to have a new car because he knows you will take all your friends to church, We do not have his thoughts,but as we draw close to him, he draws close to us. He has our best interest in mind.

In this blog, I want to share with you things that God is showing me about prayer. I will also try to include different people's inspiring ideas as the Lord leads. This is His page and I am excited to see what He has planned.

There are many different types of prayers. Today I will focus on a prayer of praise as written in Psalms 145. I will use the words and personalize it.

Dear Almighty Father,

I praise you my God and King, and I bless your name forever.

I will bless you every day and I will praise you forever.

Lord, you are great and most worthy of praise.

Your greatness is beyond discovery.

Let each generation tell of your mighty acts.

I meditate on your magestic, glorious spendor and your wonderful miracles.

Your awe-inspiring deeds will be on every tongue.

I proclaim your greatness.

Everyone will share the story of your wonderful goodness, they will sing joy of your righteousness.

Lord, you are kind and merciful, slow to get angry, full of unfailing live.

Lord, you are good to everyone.

You shower compassion on all your creation.

I thank you Lord for all of your works and your faithful followers will bless you.

Lord, give me words to share about the glory of your kingdom.

My friends and I will celebrate examples of your power.

Give me opportunity to tell about your mighty deeds and about the magesty and glory of your reign.

For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom.

You rule generation after generation.

I praise you with all my heart,Mighty God of Israel, Amen