PRESS TOWARD THE GOAL

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2 Timothy 4:7-8 (KJV) -“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.”

To “press” means to move forward with determination and focus, regardless of the obstacles in your way. This mindset is vital for achieving the goals and dreams God has placed in our hearts. Pressing forward requires intentionality, discipline, and the courage to keep going even when challenges arise. It is refusing to let past mistakes, disappointments, or even past victories hold us back. Instead, we fix our eyes on what lies ahead and pursue it with all our strength, confident that God is with us every step of the way.

Achieving our goals begins with prioritizing our relationship with God above all else. As we grow in our understanding of His Word, deepen our prayer life, and align our plans with His will, we receive the strength and direction to move forward. When we trust God to lead, we find clarity, peace, and the courage to persevere, no matter how tough the journey may be. Whether your focus in 2025 is excelling in your career, pursuing education, building stronger relationships, or serving faithfully in God’s house, success will demand focus and resilience. Each challenge presents an opportunity to grow, learn, and strengthen your resolve.

Today, take stock of where you are and where you want to go. Let go of anything weighing you down, and step into the opportunities ahead with faith and determination. With God’s help, 2025 can be a year of progress, growth, and victory. The prize is before you—press on with all your heart. Hallelujah!

START-UP PRAYER
Father, in the name of Jesus, I ask for the strength and discipline to pursue my goals this year, help me to accomplish all according to Your will in Jesus Name.

PRAYER FOR A NATION
CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC
Central African Republic had once been one of the world’s most evangelized nations. To this day, half of the population professes Christianity, with 15% being Muslim, and 35% adhering to animistic faiths. However, Christianity is often mixed with local animistic traditions, and there is little depth of commitment and limited grasp of Biblical truth.

PRAYER FOR THE NATION
Father, because You are a jealous God, cause those who worship other gods to bow to Your authority and accept Jesus as Lord and saviour, that Your name may be glorified in Jesus name.

PRAYER FOR THE LEADERS
Father, in the name of Jesus, we pray that the sword of the spirit will be stretched towards every worker of iniquity in government, cut them down from their roots, that they be remembered no more in Jesus Name.

PRAYER FOR ISRAEL
Father, we pray against any plan of the enemy to cause Your people to err in not seeking Your face in these dark times, by Your mercy, keep them from falling, that the cloud over them may remain in Jesus name.

PRAYER FOR UNITY IN THE CHURCH
Father, we ask that You sanitize the church of every fusion of worldliness in worshipping You, cause the fruits of righteousness and holiness to greatly multiply in our churches in Jesus name.

PRAYER FOR SOULS / REVIVAL
Oh Lord, You created and rule over all things, by Your supreme power, turn the hearts of those who dwell in darkness, that they will see the light and run towards it in Jesus name.

STUDY THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR

– Leviticus 17-18

– Psalm 54

– Luke 10