Germaine Copeland - Prayers that avail much

PRAYERS THAT AVAIL MUCH

25TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE EDITION

Three Bestselling Volumes Complete in One Book

James 5:16

by

Germaine Copeland Word Ministries, Inc.

Harrison House Tulsa, Oklahoma

And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will , he heareth us: and if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.

1 John 5:14,15

CONTENTS

A . PRAYERS OF COMMITMENT

B . P RAY ERS TO THE FAT H ER

C . PRAYERS FOR THE NEEDS AND CONCERNS OF THE INDIVIDUAL

D. PRAYERS FOR THE NEEDS AND CONCERNS OF THE SINGLE , DIVORCED, AND WIDOWED

E. PRAYERS FOR THE NEEDS AND CONCERNS OF MARRIAGE PARTNERS AND HEADS OF HOUSEHOLDS

F. P RAY ERS FOR CHI L D REN

Part II: Group Prayers

A. AN INTERCESSORY PRAYER GROUP

B. GODS PEOPLE, MINISTERS, AND MINISTRIES

C. PEOPLES AND NATIONS

D. SPECIAL NEEDS OF OTHERS

A WORD TO THE READER

Dear Friend,

It was twenty-five years ago when Harrison House agreed to publish Prayers That Avail Much. The original book was a compilation of prayers that I wrote for my marriage and family situations, and included prayers composed by members of a prayer group that I was conducting. The little yellow book turned up in unusual places bringing hope, salvation, healing and deliverance to people who were looking for answers.

Several books of Scriptural prayers have been written over the years. Thousands have learned to go before the Throne of Grace with confidence and boldness. They learned to offer their petitions to the Father with Thanksgiving, and the testimonies we receive continue to come in.

A special thanks to over four million readers who buy and give these books to others because these prayers are practical and workable. I am grateful to our publisher, the churches and bookstores who continue to believe in the value of these books, which are proven, effective spiritual tools for prayer. Today they are also available in several languages.

This classic book of Scriptural prayers is designed to enhance your ability to pray effectively for specific needs. Whether you are a seasoned prayer or a novice, never forget the power of prayer. It is the very foundation that enables you to go from faith to faith and glory to glory.

Sincerely in His Love,

Germaine Copeland

President of Word Ministries, Inc.

The Home of Prayers That Avail Much Family of Books

HOW TO PRAY PRAYERS THAT AVAIL MUCH

The prayers in this book are to be used by you for yourself and for others. They are a matter of the heart. Deliberately pray and meditate on each prayer. Allow the Holy Spirit to make the Word a reality in your heart. Your spirit will become alive to Gods Word, and you will begin to think like God thinks and talk like He talks. You will find yourself poring over His Word, hungering for more and more. The Father rewards those who diligently seek Him (Heb. 11:6).

Research and contemplate the spiritual significance of each verse listed with the prayers. These are by no means the only Scriptures on certain subjects, but they are a beginning.

These prayers are a guide for you to have a more intimate relationship with your Heavenly Father. The study of His Word transforms your mind and lifestyle. Then others will know that it is possible to change, and you will give hope to those who come to you seeking advice. When you admonish someone with the Word, you are offering spiritual guidance and consolation.

Walk in Gods counsel, and prize His wisdom (Ps. 1; Prov. 4:7,8). People are looking for something on which they can depend. When someone in need comes to you, you can point him to that portion in Gods Word that is the answer to his problem. You become victorious, trustworthy, and the one with the answer, for your heart is fixed and established on His Word (Ps. 112).

Once you begin delving into Gods Word, you must commit to ordering your conversation aright (Ps. 50:23). That is being a doer of the Word. Faith always has a good report. You cannot pray effectively for yourself, for someone else, or about something and then talk negatively about the matter (Matt. 12:34-37). This is being double minded, and a double-minded man receives nothing from God (James 1:6-8).

In Ephesians 4:29, 30 AMP it is written:

Let no foul or poll u ting language, nor evil word , nor unwholesome or worthless talk [ever] come out of your mouth; but only such [speech] as is good and beneficial to the spiritual progress of others, as is fitting to the need and the occasion, that it may be a blessing and give grace (Gods favor) to those who hear it.

And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, (do not offend, or vex, or sadden Him) by Whom you were sealed (marked, branded as Gods own, secured) for the day of redemption of final deliverance through Christ from evil and the consequences of sin.

Reflect on these words and give them time to keep your perspective in line with Gods will. Our Father has much, so very much, to say about that little member, the tongue ( James 3). Give the devil no opportunity by getting into worry, unforgiveness, strife, and criticism. Put a stop to idle and foolish talking (Eph. 4:27; 5:4). You are to be a blessing to others (Gal. 6:10).

Talk the answer, not the problem. The answer is in Gods Word. You must have knowledge of that Word revelation knowledge (1 Cor. 2:7-16). The Holy Spirit, your Teacher, will reveal the things that have been freely given to us by God (John 14:26).

As an intercessor, unite with others in prayer. United prayer is a mighty weapon that the Body of Christ is to use.

Have the faith of God, and approach Him confidently. When you pray according to His will, He hears you. Then you know you have what you ask of Him (1 John 5:14,15 NIV). Do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded (Heb. 10:35 NIV). Allow your spirit to pray by the Holy Spirit. Praise God for the victory now before any manifestation. Walk by faith and not by sight (2 Cor. 5:7).

When your faith comes under pressure, dont be moved. As Satan attempts to challenge you, resist him steadfastly in the faith letting patience have her perfect work (James 1:4). Take the Sword of the Spirit and the shield of faith and quench his eve ry fiery dart (Eph. 6:16,17) . The entire substitutionary work of Christ was for you. Satan is now a defeated foe because Jesus conquered him (Col. 2:14,15) . Satan is overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony (Rev. 12: 1 1). Fight the good fight of faith (1 Tim. 6:12). Withstand the adversary and be firm in faith against his onset rooted, established, strong, and determined (1 Pet. 5:9). Speak Gods Word boldly and courageously.

Your desire should be to please and to bless the Father. As you pray according to His Word, He joyfully hears that you His child are living and walking in the truth (3 John 4).

How exciting to know that the prayers of the saints are forever in the throne room (Rev. 5:8). Hallelujah!

Praise God for His Word and the limitlessness of prayer in the name of Jesus. It belongs to every child of God. Therefore, run with patience the race that is set before you, looking unto Jesus, the Author and Finisher of your faith (Heb. 12:1,2). Gods Word

is able to build you up and give you your rightful inheritance among all Gods set-apart ones (Acts 20:32).

Commit yourself to pray, and to pray correctly, by approaching the throne with your mouth filled with His Word!

EFFECTUAL PRAYER

The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available dynamic in its working.