Personal Prayer
Read Ps. 40:1-3 and praise your Redeemer and Savior. Thank God for lifting you up out of the mud and mire of sin. Confess those times you’ve desired to return to the slimy pit of sin. Commit yourself to living in such a way that others may “see . . . and put their trust in the LORD.” Ask God to enable you to stand firm on the Rock of Jesus Christ.

For Your Family and Friends
Pray that Jesus the Rock will be the foundation and cornerstone of your family. Ask especially that teens you know will find a firm place to stand in Christ.

For the Church
Today pray especially for the leaders of your congregation. Ask God to put a new song in the mouths of your elders, deacons, and pastor(s), that they will show forth his glory in the church.

For the Kingdom
Pray for the Church in communist countries. Thank God for the many thousands of believers who remain faithful despite oppression. Pray that the strongholds of Satan will be demolished in those lands.

For People to Know Jesus
Ask God to draw an unsaved friend to himself. Pray that God will equip you to share the gospel with that person in an appropriate way. Seek opportunities this week.