Stephen Arterburn - 100 Days of Prayer: Daily Devotional

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E ach day provides opportunities to put God where he belongsat the center of our lives. When we do so, we worship him, not only with our words and deeds, but also with our prayers.

This text contains 100 devotional readings that are intended to remind you of the need for prayer and the power of prayer. And the ideas in this book are also intended to remind you of the eternal promises that are found in Gods Holy Word.

For the next 100 days, try this experiment: Read a chapter a day and internalize the ideas that you find here. If youre already committed to a daily worship time, this book will enrich that experience. If you are not, the simple act of giving God a few minutes each morning will change the direction and the quality of your life.

If youre facing a powerful temptation or a seemingly insoluble problem, dont give up and dont stop praying. Instead, keep searching for directionGods direction. And while youre at it, keep searching for perspective and wisdomstarting with Gods wisdom. When you do, youll discover the comfort, the power, and the peace that only he can give.

Day 1

Prayer Changes
Things and You

If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.

Matthew 21:22

I s prayer an integral part of your daily life, or is it a hit-or-miss habit? Do you pray without ceasing, or is your prayer life an afterthought? Do you regularly pray in the solitude of the early morning darkness, or do you lower your head only when others are watching? The answer to these questions will determine the direction of your dayand your life.

So heres your challenge: During the next 100 days, make yourself a prayer warrior. Begin your prayers early in the morning and continue them throughout the day. And remember: God does answer your prayers, but hes not likely to answer those prayers until youve prayed them.

You dont need fancy words or religious phrases. Just tell God the way it really is.

Jim Cymbala

We must pray literally without ceasing, in every occurrence and employment of our lives. You know I mean that prayer of the heart which is independent of place or situation, or which is, rather, a habit of lifting up the heart to God, as in a constant communication with Him.

Elizabeth Ann Seton

I need the spiritual revival that comes from spending quiet time alone with Jesus in prayer and in thoughtful meditation on His Word.

Anne Graham Lotz

Todays Prayer

I pray to you, my heavenly Father, because you desire it and because I need it. Prayer not only changes things; it changes me. Help me, Lord, never to face the demands of the day without first spending time with you.

Amen.

Day 2

Asking for Directions

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.

James 1:5

G enuine, heartfelt prayer produces powerful changes in us and in our world. When we lift our hearts to God, we open ourselves to a never-ending source of divine wisdom and infinite love. Jesus made it clear to his disciples that they should petition God to meet their needs. So should we.

• Do you have questions about your future that you simply cant answer?
• Do you have needs that you simply cant meet by yourself?
• Do you sincerely seek to know Gods unfolding plans for your life?

If so, ask him for direction, for protection, and for strengthand then keep asking him every day that you live. Whatever your need, no matter how great or small, pray about it and have faith. God is not just near; he is here, and hes perfectly capable of answering your prayers. Now, its up to you to ask.

God makes prayer as easy as possible for us. Hes completely approachable and available, and Hell never mock or upbraid us for bringing our needs before Him.

Shirley Dobson

Prayer moves the arm that moves the world.

Annie Armstrong

Rest assured: Do what God tells you to do now, and, depend upon it, you will be shown what to do next.

Elisabeth Elliot

Todays Prayer

Lord, when I have questions about my purpose in life, I will turn to you. When I am weak, I will seek your strength. When I am discouraged, Father, I will be mindful of your love and your grace. I will ask you for the things I need, Father, and I will trust your answers, today and forever.

Amen.

Day 3

This Is His Day