Corresponding Episode

https://journey-with-care.captivate.fm/episode/s03e09

Passage

Acts 1:8

ESV (English Standard Version):

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth."

NLT (New Living Translation):

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

NIV (New International Version):

"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

Walking It Out

Reflect

• Reflect on how the Holy Spirit empowers you in your daily life to be a witness of God's grace.
• Identify aspects of your personal testimony that can encourage and inspire others.

Engage

-Engage in meaningful conversation with someone this week.

-Seek to understand their story and share an aspect of your own.

Pray:

Prayer Points

1. Pray for the courage and wisdom to discern opportunities to share your faith in a sensitive and responsive manner.

2. Pray for the global church, that believers may be united in spirit and purpose as they proclaim the gospel and serve their communities.

3. Pray for personal transformation, for a heart that reflects God's love, patience, and humility, especially in interactions and engagements with others.

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This is Journey with Prayer, a contemplated prayer

journey corresponding to our episode, Leading Differently

Together Evangelist with Ellen Graf Martin.

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has

come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in

Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria

and to the ends of the earth. Acts 1 8

from the ESV. Heavenly

father, with hearts overflowing with gratitude,

we thank you for the power of the holy spirit

enabling us to be your witnesses across the earth.

We marvel at the abundance of grace that you've

woven through our lives, each thread a

testament to your enduring faithfulness.

And, Lord, as we contemplate the whisper of your love

resounding through creation, embolden us

to share your good news with gentleness and humility.

May our words carry the weight of truth and our

actions reflect the humility and the compassion of

Jesus. In a culture and society

where division can run deep, guide us to

build bridges that connect, fostering understanding

and creating spaces in heartfelt encounters with you.

So we lift our eyes to you, god of all comfort and god

of hope. As we embark on this journey of evangelism,

we humbly ask for your guidance and your strength.

Help us to be instruments of your light, shining brightly in

a world that often feels dark and lost.

You give us the wisdom to engage in simple deeds and

honest conversations that reflect your love and grace.

And may our actions and words bring solace and strength

to those who are searching for meaning and purpose in their

lives. And, Lord, we pray for transformation

of our own hearts. Set ablaze within us

your refining fire that we might be purified and made

more like you. Teach us to listen attentively

to your gentle nudges and to walk in step with

the rhythms of your grace.

And as we step out in faith, may we become

vivid reflections

testament to your goodness and your mercy, drawing

others closer to you with each interaction. In

the powerful name of Jesus, our cornerstone in hope, we

pray. Amen.

So as you go through your week, I wanna encourage you, take the time to

first reflect. Reflect on how the Holy Spirit empowers

you in your daily life to be a witness of God's grace.

What aspects of your personal testimony can you share with others

to encourage and inspire their journeys? And

so engage. Engage with someone this week in

meaningful conversation. Seek to understand their

story and share an aspect of your own

finally, pray. And here's 3 ways that you can pray.

1, pray for the courage and wisdom to discern opportunities to

share your faith in a way that is sensitive and responsive to the

needs and circumstances of those around you.

Number 2, pray for the global church, that believers

everywhere may be united in spirit and purpose as they

proclaim the gospel and serve their communities. And

number 3, pray for your personal transformation.

That God would work within you to grow a heart that reflects his love,

patience, and humility, especially as you interact and

engage with others. You can check the show notes

for these references, prayers, and scriptures, or to find

out more information about our podcast and connect with us, head over to

journey with care dotca. I'm Johan.

Thanks for praying with me today.