Listen to Praying the Promises
Isaiah 54:2 (KJV)
“Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes.”
As you step into the new year, the Lord calls you to expand your vision and dream big. Our opening text reveals that God expects you to enlarge, which means setting a vision that can match His greatness. When you limit your vision, you restrict the space where God can fully operate in your life, as He is a great God who does not engage with mediocrity.
When you challenge yourself to dream beyond what seems possible, you are inviting God into the vastness of your faith. Small visions often fail to engage the fullness of God’s power, but when you aim high and believe for the impossible, you open the door for His greatness to work in and through you. If you aim too small, you may not see God meet you because He desires to operate within a vision that requires His divine intervention.
Therefore, do not hold back. Enlarge your vision, and make room for God to work beyond what you can see or imagine. Challenge yourself to believe for more, knowing that God will meet you in the expansion of your faith. Halleluyah!
START-UP PRAYER
Lord, help me to expand my vision and trust You for greater things. I choose to step out in faith and make room for You to do the impossible in my life this year in Jesus’ Name.
PRAYER FOR A NATION
BULGARIA
Today, the great majority of Bulgarians belong to the Orthodox Church. Yet most do not practice their faith, and for many it is only a sign of identity. Both Islam and Christianity in Bulgaria have incorporated some pagan beliefs and traditions, and both are subject to nominalism. The many ethnic minorities are in need of Christian ministry and discipleship.
PRAYER FOR THE NATION
Father, in the name of Jesus, we ask for impactful training and discipleship tools that will empower every Christian and minister of the gospel to connect deeply and effectively with the unreached across this nation, in Jesus’ Name.
PRAYER FOR THE LEADERS
Father, in the name of Jesus, we pray for godly leaders who will prioritize justice and much-needed social reforms in the land in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR ISRAEL
Father, in the name of Jesus, we pray that international leaders at all levels and spheres of authority, especially in democratic nations, will courageously restrain incitement against Jewish students, Jews everywhere and Israel in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR UNITY IN THE CHURCH
Father, we ask that You to fill the Body of Christ with the knowledge of Your will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding in Jesus Name.
PRAYER FOR SOULS / REVIVAL
Father, we ask for Your mercy and grace for those who are lost, hurting, hopeless, and needy all around the world in Jesus Name. Bring them closer to You and let them feel your love today in Jesus Name.
STUDY THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Genesis 3-4
Psalm 2
Matthew 2
