The Prayer Motivator with Daniel Whyte III

Our prayer motivator quote for today is from W.S. Boyd. He said: “Prayer is weakness leaning on omnipotence." Our prayer motivator verse for today is Psalm 62:8 which says: “Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah."

Our prayer motivator verse for today is Jeremiah 29:13 which reads: "And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." Our thought for today is that we should live in the spirit of prayer. Our prayer motivator quote for today is from George Mueller. When asked how much time he spent in prayer, George Muller's reply was,‘Hours every day. But I live in the spirit of prayer. I pray as I walk and when I lie down and when I arise. And the answers are always coming.’ Our prayer motivator devotional for today is titled PRAYING FOR THE SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF THOSE ON THE MISSION FIELD from J. Gordon Henry: The missionary needs to understand that he is engaged in spiritual warfare and needs to stand in the power of God, according to Ephesians 6:10-18. When a missionary goes to areas where Satan has held uncontested sway for centuries, it is important that the missionary have the spiritual resources to work. Satan does not meekly surrender even one inch of territory; rather, he will launch counterattacks and will fight to the last ditch. His primary attack is always on the mind. The missionary is in a spiritual battle and needs to understand fully what is happening. He needs to have on the whole armor of God that he will be able to stand against the "wiles" (specific stratagems for battle). Several have indicated that the daily pressures become so demanding that there is soon a neglect of the quiet time. Does that sound familiar? Remember that the missionaries are not supersaints. Pray that the missionary will maintain an attitude of humility (which is dependence upon God and not self). Pray that the missionary will renew his mind with a daily time in the Word and in prayer. Pray that the missionary will stay in a position to qualify for God's looking his way --- which is contriteness and trembling at His Word. Pray that the missionary may enter into God's provision for rest and peace. Pray for protection against Satan's attacks on the missionary's spirit. Intense powers of darkness make work difficult and slow. Pray for his encouragement and strength to be given to break through the powers of darkness. Pray that the missionary will resist Satan in the Name of Jesus. Pray that the missionary will take any accusation of Satan directly to his Defense Attorney to handle, the Lord Jesus Christ. + Plus, listen to Brian Free singing "A Praying Man"

He Who Waits on the Lord Will Not be Crushed by the Weights of Adversity (Prayer Motivator Minute #46)

Praying for the Spiritual Needs of Those on the Mission Field (The Prayer Motivator Devotional #102)

Our prayer motivator verse for today is James 1:6 which reads: "But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed." Our thought for today is that prayer gives us faith and power. Our prayer motivator quote for today is from M.E. Andross. He said, "The man on his knees has a leverage underneath the mountain which can cast it into the sea, if necessary, and can force all earth and heaven to recognize the power there is in 'His name.'" Our prayer motivator devotional for today is titled THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYING FOR MISSIONARIES from J. Gordon Henry: Missionaries face variables that include customs and culture, unfamiliar foods, climate, lack of privacy, language disparity, lack of adequate medical care, and few modern conveniences that the American has become accustomed to. There is much to discourage and frustrate the missionary and his family. There is a difference in his western ways of doing things and what is done in his country. He must learn to be careful not to offend by thoughtlessly ignoring things that are important to those whom he is serving. There are often climate changes that tax the physical body such as intense heat coupled with high humidity, violent tropical storms, and rainy season deluges. Since many nationals live their lives in public, they expect the missionary to do the same. Finally, a lack of results can be extremely difficult to face since most missionaries arrived on the field expecting to "set the world on fire" for Jesus. Many variables that the missionary cannot control produce frustrations that can be defeating. Pray that the missionary will be graciously flexible and able in very practical ways to worry about nothing and pray about everything as he looks to the Lord Jesus Christ. Pray for the missionary's heart to be filled with the supernatural love of Jesus (because natural love can break down and fail to meet the tests) which will prevent difficulties from bringing about hardness, impatience, sharpness of speech, anger, and even bitterness. Pray for God's love to be demonstrated through the missionary to fellow missionaries, to the believers with whom he labors, and to the unreached men, women, boys, and girls around him. + Plus, listen to Karen Clark Sheard singing "Prayed Up"

The Importance of Praying for Missionaries (The Prayer Motivator Devotional #101)

Our prayer motivator verse for today is Matthew 21:22 which reads: "And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive." Our thought for today is that prayer is an absolute necessity in the Christian's life. Our prayer motivator quote for today is from E.M. Bounds. He said, "We can do nothing without prayer. All things can be done by importunate prayer. That is the teaching of Jesus Christ." Our prayer motivator devotional for today is titled HAS TIME RUN OUT FOR AMERICA? from J. Gordon Henry. Is it too late for America? I do not believe so. It is absolutely certain that when we do what God tells us to do that He will do what He said He will do. He will "hear from Heaven, forgive our sins, and heal our land." There is a prayer movement unparalleled in this century that is sweeping across America and around the world. Virtually thousands are giving themselves to prayer in various cities. A few years ago, the Supreme Court ruled by an 8-to-1 vote in Westside Community schools v. Mergens that students in public secondary schools who wish to form religious clubs may have the same "equal access" to school facilities and privileges as students in other non-curriculum related activities. God's children have been praying for the Supreme Court whose decisions have closed God out of so much of our public life during the past thirty years. This is certainly a reminder that things can change. Let's commit ourselves afresh and anew to pray daily for the United States of America -- your land and my land. Let us ask God's blessings to rest upon us and give us a spiritual awakening that would sweep across our land, beyond anything we have ever known. Where sin abounds, grace does much more abound! No, it is not too late for America! + Plus, listen to Tobymac singing "City On Our Knees"

Has Time Run Out for America? (The Prayer Motivator Devotional #100)

Our prayer motivator verse for today is Acts 9:11 which reads: "And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth." Our thought for today is that prayer is the greatest work a Christian can do. Our prayer motivator quote for today is from Oswald Chambers. He said, "Prayer does not fit us for the greater work; prayer is the greater work." Our prayer motivator devotional for today is titled WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO PRAY FOR THE PRESIDENT from J. Gordon Henry: What should we pray? The "Prayer for the President" written by Peter Marshall which I am going to share with you will give some ideas: "We pray, Lord Jesus, for our President. We are deeply concerned that he may know the will of God, and that he may have the spiritual courage and grace to follow it. Deliver him, we pray, from all selfish considerations. Lift him above the claims of politics. Fill him with the Spirit of God that shall make him fearless to seek, to know, and to do what is right. Save him from the friends who, in the name of politics or even friendship, would persuade him from that holy path. Strengthen and empower his advisors. Bring them, too, to their knees in prayer. May their example and their influence spread, that we, in these United States, may yet have a government of men who know Thee, the Almighty God, as their Friend, and who place Thy will first in their lives as well as in their prayers. Hear and answer, we pray Thee, forgiving us of all our unworthiness, cleansing us from every ignoble thought and unworthy ambition that we may be renewed in spirit and mind and heart, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen." I like that as an example! Pray that God will anoint President Obama---who has testified that he is a born-again Christian. Pray for the members of his cabinet, our leaders in Congress and in other governmental positions---from the highest to the lowest. One day set aside annually for prayer is only a starting point. Why not encourage people to join with you in small groups for prayer according to 2 Chronicles 7:14? When you are in prayer meetings and requests are made, focus on praying for our government, calling out specific needs. Let us unite in prayer that God will send a spiritual awakening to the United States of America beginning in our hearts and spreading through the nation and the world. + Plus, listen to CeCe Winans singing "Anybody Wanna Pray?"

Why it is Important to Pray for the President (The Prayer Motivator Devotional #99)

Our prayer motivator quote for today is from Chuck Smith. He said: “Prayer does not change the purpose of God. But prayer does change the action of God." Our prayer motivator verse for today is Isaiah 58:9 which says: “Then shalt thou call, and the LORD shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am."

Our prayer motivator verse for today is 2 Chronicles 30:27 which reads: "Then the priests the Levites arose and blessed the people: and their voice was heard, and their prayer came up to his holy dwelling place, even unto heaven." Our thought for today is that God wants us to pray to Him so that His power can be manifested on the earth. Our prayer motivator quote for today is from Andrew Murray. He said, "We must begin to believe that God, in the mystery of prayer, has entrusted us with a force that can move the Heavenly world, and can bring its power down to earth." Our prayer motivator devotional for today is titled PRAYER TO GOD IS NECESSARY FOR OUR GOVERNMENTAL LEADERS from J. Gordon Henry: God has established three institutions: the home, the government, and the church. The Bible clearly teaches that we are to pray for those who have authority over us. This would include our civil leaders. Even when we cannot respect individuals in authority, we must respect their offices and pray for them. God Himself has given human rulers their authority which is described in Romans 13:1-7 and 1 Peter 2:13-17. Paul gives a specific order to pray for governmental authority. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 says, "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty." Remember godless Nero was on the throne as Paul wrote this. Paul taught that God who is absolutely sovereign has placed each government official in his place. + Plus, listen to Lecrae singing "Praying for You"

Prayer to God is Necessary for Our Governmental Leaders (The Prayer Motivator Devotional #98)

A Praying Man Will Never be a Useless Man (Prayer Motivator MInute #42)

Our prayer motivator quote for today is from Myles Munroe. He said: “There is nothing more common among men, no human activity more universal, yet none more mysterious and misunderstood, than prayer." Our prayer motivator verse for today is Psalm 99:6 which says: “Moses and Aaron among his priests, and Samuel among them that call upon his name; they called upon the LORD, and he answered them."