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Al Shamal Intercessory MinistryUnderstanding Prayer in light of God's Kingdom

Introduction


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Al Shamal Intercessory MinistryLove God, Love Others, Bless the Nations

Going deeper in the joys and discipline of prayer and intercessory

The Intercessory Ministry is a training ground and a school; a place to practicethe art of prayer, and spiritual warfare.

It is an expedition, a journey which may change your life and those around you.

IM is an experiment in the super natural of:

Spiritual Warfare, bringing Heaven to Earth and changing lives,

Learning to hear the Fathers voice, inspired by the Holy Spirit-doing His work!


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Daniel did not hold back, nor Jeremiah or Isaiah

They represented a brand of distinction and separation unto God for Hisdivine purpose regarding carrying a burden in intercessory prayer.

Everyone is called to pray, but among those, many also will enter the arena ofintercession.

If you feel that God is calling you into the area of intercessory prayer, youare encouraged to yield to the burden of the Lord and intercede.

If God is calling you into a deeper dimension of intercession?

Don't hold back!

Love God-The Father: don't hold back!


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In "bearing one another's burdens," as instructed in Gal. 6:2, weclearly see that "God...hath given unto us the ministry ofreconciliation..." (II Cor. 5:18-20).

Reconciliation is executed when two parties reach agreeable

terms and restore a harmonious relationship.

In order for one to help reconcile on this basis, mediation orintercession must be rendered.

According to the scripture we can stand in Christ's stead andjustifiably intercede for others by standing in the gap betweenGod and humanity for the purpose of reconciliation.

Loving Others: bearing one another's burdens


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Blessed the Nations:There is No Doubt as toCall of God for us to Pray for every Nation!

Prayer is not a self-validating exercise;

No, each and every prayer is a tiny piece of a great cosmic puzzle,

which when fitted together will allow for the completion of thegrand picture of the Almighty Lords plan for humanity and theuniverse.


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Prayer is an Act of Faith


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Prayer is an Act of Obedience


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Prayer is an Act of Worship


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Prayer is an Act of Warfare


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Prayer is an Act of Sacrifice


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Prayer is an Act of Labor


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Prayer is an Act of Love


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It is this longing for Gods glory and for the return ofJesus as King that drives our prayers. We resonate withthe words of Revelation 22:17-20:

The Spirit and the Bride say, Come. And let the onewho hears say, Come. ... Amen! Come, Lord Jesus.


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THE MIGHTY NAMES OF LORD JESUS CHRIST


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Kneeling Knights

Laying my life do for Christ

The story of the

Kneeling Knights


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Philippines: Republic of the PhilippinesAsia

Geography

Area:300,000 sq km

80 provinces; 7,250 islands, of which over 700 are inhabited, 11

of which contain the vast bulk of the population. The largest are

Luzon (116,000 sq km) in the north and Mindanao (102,000 sq

km) in the south. Over 75% mountains; prone to devastating

typhoons.

Population:93,616,853 Annual Growth: 1.83%

Capital:Manila

Urbanites:66.4%


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Challenges for Prayer

1. Spiritual vitality does not always equate to biblical truth. Philippines is

awash with sects and cults that blend

2. Christian ideas with all manner of false teachings.

3. Some of these are schisms from Catholicism, some are independent

groups that sprang from Protestant contexts, some are effectively neo-

pagan religions with a Christian veneer.

4. Most feature highly controlling and manipulative leadership and

teachings.

5. Pray for all lies to be exposed, and pray for effective Christian apologetics

and ministry to the millions caught within these groups.


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Pray for the spiritual health of the Church and the right way toaddress:

1. The Fragmentation of churches. There are now over 2,000 registered religious

denominations, not including the hundreds of unregistered cults and

sects; Divisions reflect schisms, broken fellowship or

unhealthy and authoritarian leadership patterns.

2. The lack of discipleship and solid biblical teaching

1. Poverty in many congregations, especially rural ones


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We live by the code: of

Ephesians

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Training Men and Women, Youthin the Virtues of Prayer, Intercessory and Knighthood

Virtue 1: Godliness

Virtue 1: GodlinessBe imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love,

just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering andsacrifice to God.Ephesians 5:1-2Virtue 3: Hope

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young menstumble and fall; but thosewho hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings likeeagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:30-31
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Our mission

Our mission is to equip Christians, parents, and youth ministerswith effective tools and resources for living effective and uprightlives. Knighthood today, much as it was during the 12th15thcenturies, provided a practical code of ethics for Christians to

live by that was hands on and real life.

Knights of Christ, who were they?

Intercessory Ministry
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Fully Armed: Ephesians 6:11

Kneeling Knights


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Prayer Journaling

The ACTSAdoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication


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We are in a training: arrival is when you see theLord and He will says,

well done

Kneeling Knights


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Why Keep A Christian Prayer Journal?:

It keeps you focused during prayer:

1. Writing your prayers down does just that - It keeps them focused.

Its a great way to build your faith!1. When you are going through a trial, it is great to have the Word of God there by your

side. You can read through all of the times God came through for His people


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Its a great way to build your faith!

1. When you are going through a trial:

You can read through the answered prayers in yourown life.

It is a reminder of Gods faithfulness to you when

you need it most.


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Over time, it will develop into a beautifullove story between you and the Lord


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Bible Scripture study journals are an excellent way to

delve deeper into Gods Word.

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How to Make a Prayer Journal

1. First, make a list of categories for your prayer requests,

2. Then divide your categories so that you have one for everyday you are committing to sit-down, focused prayer time


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Divide your journal into asmany parts as youll need.
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Grab the first section and cutthe top or bottom corners off.
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You have an easy way to findeach section of your journal.
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Adoration(1st subcategory tab)

Go to your list of "Attributes of God" which would be placed right after your "God"tab, and praise Him, thank Him, dwell on His character.

* You might want to pick one attribute a month to dwell daily on, searching

scripture for other verses about that attribute, too, in your reading time to give youa better understanding.

* Sing or repeat praise songs/hymns to Him.

* Add to this section with your own list of hymns, etc.

* Read Scripture passages, that pertain to His attributes, back to Him. A greatpassage is Psalm 103!

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Confession(second subcategory tab)* Make a subsection tab that would be behind your "God" sectiontab with the words "Confession".

* Search memory over last 24 hours for sins in word, thought,attitude, deed, and not living up to His standards. Take them

before God and acknowledge and confess those areas with theview of forsaking them. (Prov. 18:13; Ps. 66:18)

* These would be written in your "Laying Aside" list. Confess

these to God. Go to your "Putting On" list, which would be rightafter the "Laying Aside" list, and ask for His practical help

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Thanksgiving(third subcategory tab)* Do another subsection with the words "Thanksgiving."

* Thank Him for those blessings in your "Unexpected Blessings"list and/or past blessings. (This will become a cherish able journalto you!)

* You might want to get ideas of a thankful heart from the writersof the book of Psalms.

* Thank Him even for the "little" things, too.

* Phil 4:6,7 - We are to constantly have an attitude ofthankfulness in our heart for everything.


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Supplication(fourth subcategory tab)* Ask for wisdom, help, usefulness, growth, the right attitude,etc., using your "Requests" list. This would be another subsection

tab reserved for you and your family's requests in decisions to bemade, trials to pass, events, etc.


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Preface to the Attributes of Godf
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Exploring the Excellencies of GodThe Power of GodThe Goodness of GodThe Wisdom of God

The Holiness of GodThe Righteousness of GodThe Wrath of GodThe Grace of GodThe Sovereignty of God in History

The Sovereignty of God in Salvation - (Romans 9:1-24)The Nearness of God (Exodus 33:1-16; 34:8-10; Deuteronomy 4:1-7)The Immutability of GodThe Joy of GodThe Invisibility of God (Genesis 32:22-30; Exodus 24:9-11; 1 Timothy 1:17)

The Forgiving GodThe Truth of GodThe Love of GodThe Glory of God
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Virtue 2: FaithAnd without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who

comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who

earnestly seek him.

Hebrews 11:6

Faith is when you trust God and His purpose in your circumstances more thanthe resources that appear to be available to fit them as you understand them.

As Hebrews 11:1 states, Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of

what we do not see. Faith is critical to the Kneeling knight, so I encourage the readerto slow down and take some time to fully digest this section. Faith is so critical to Godthat He has gone so far to tell that it is impossible to even please Him without faith:And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to himmust believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him(Hebrews 11:6).

And remember, a true knights first mission and calling is to please the King

Virtue 1: GodlinessBe imitators of God therefore as dearly loved children and live a life of love just as Christ loved


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Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ lovedus and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.Ephesians 5:1-2

Being godly means imitating God in your daily life.

Put simply, a godly person is one who responds to daily life activities and circumstances in the waythat Christ would. Essentially, this means aspiring to godly virtues (such as those defined in thisbook) while avoiding sin. First Timothy 6:11 encourages us to Flee from all this (sin), andpursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.

These two actionsfleeing sin and pursuing righteousnessare the two action commands ofgodliness that can be used guide your decisions in daily life situations.

Virtue 3: Hope, Virtue 5: Justice Virtue 7: Temperance

Virtue 9: Humility Virtue 11: Honor Virtue 13: Sacrifice Virtue 15: Loyalty Virtue 17: Purity

Virtue 19: Hospitality Virtue 21: Gratitude Virtue 23: Mentorship

Virtue 2: Faith Virtue 4: Love Virtue 6: Prudence Virtue 8: Strength Virtue 10: Perseverance

Virtue 12: Charity Virtue 14: Compassion Virtue 16: Truth Virtue 18: Gallantry

Virtue 20: Courtesy Virtue 22: Grace and Mercy Virtue 24: Overcoming Failure


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Passing on the call; Are you willing?


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Militias ChristiKnights of Christ Prayer Warriors


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Urbanites:30.1%Area:3,166,000 sq kmA further 121,000 sq km of Kashmir, a contested area, isadministered by Pakistan and China. Geographically and

politically, India dominates South Asia and the Indian Ocean.There are 28 Union States and 7 Union Territories.Population:1,214,464,312 Annual Growth: 1.44%Capital:Delhi


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Peoples of India

Religion Pop % Ann Gr

Christians 71,011,000 5.84 3.7

Evangelicals 26,290,283 2.2 3.9

Hinduism 902,711,323 74.33

Religion

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Unpacking

PrayerIntercessory Prayer

How to Develop a Strong Prayer Life


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How to Develop a Strong Prayer Life

I. INTRODUCTIONA. Prayer has diff erent expressions such as in timacy with God (includes prayer -reading the Word and fell owshipping with

the Spir it), in terceding for revival, justice, or social tr ansformation (also referred to as

contending prayer) , providing prayer cover ing for individuals, and praying for the sick. I n thisway, we encounter God, do the works of the kingdom, and change the wor ld.

B. A consistent prayer life is essential to the IMonly through a lifestyle of prayer can we receive the

fullness of what God has provided for us. The forerunner commitment is to seek to spend at least two

hours of prayer a day in any of these four expressions.

C. What is prayer? It is talking to God. It is at the same time a great privilege, a fierce struggle, anda powerful miracle of the Spirit who helps us in our weakness in prayer.

D. Prayer is so necessary because it causes our spirit to be energized, releases Gods blessing

on our circumstances, and results in real changes in the Church, the nations, and society.

E. Prayer is a place of abiding in Christ or connecting with the Spirit that energizes us to loveGod (first commandment) which causes us to overflow in love for others (second commandment).

5 He who abides in Mebears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. (Jn. 15:5)


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NOW YOU KNOW

We love others better as we encounter Gods heart.


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NOW YOU KNOW

Prayer that leads to intimacy with God protects our spirit from burnout


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NOW YOU KNOW

Why does God want us to pray?


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NOW YOU KNOW

In everything by prayerlet your requests be made

known to God (Phil. 4:6)


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NOW YOU KNOW

The Lord will wait, that He may be gracious toyou...19 He will be very gracious to you at thesound of your cry; when He hears it, He will

answer you. (Isa. 30:18-19)


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PRACTICAL ISSUES IN DEVELOPING A CONSISTENT

PRAYER LIFE

DID YOU KNOW NEXT TIME WE WILL:


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THE PRAYER GOD ALWAYS ANSWERS

HIS WORD!!

Intercessory Prayer


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Intercessory Prayer


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1 Timothy 2:1-4

Therefore I exhort first of all thatsupplications, prayers, intercessions, andgiving ofthanks be made for all men, for kings and all whoare in authority, that we may lead a quiet and

peaceable life in all godliness and reverence. Forthis isgood and acceptable in the sight of God ourSavior, who desires all men to be saved and tocome to the knowledge of the truth.

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A Specific Type of Prayer:

In focus

- For others

- Listening to God as to how to pray

In intensity- Spiritual warfare

- Praying in response to a God-given burden

-Out-of-body type of spiritual prayer

In practice- Activation of spiritual gifts
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Intercessory

Prayer

tongues

word ofknowledge

prophetic

mercy

faith


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A Specific Type of Prayer:

In focus

- For others

- Listening to God as to how to pray

In intensity- Spiritual warfare

- Praying in response to a God-given burden

-Out-of-body type of spiritual prayer

In practice- Activation of spiritual gifts

- Physical manifestations (Rom. 8:26)

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Romans 8:18-27

For I consider that the sufferings of this presenttime are not worthy to be comparedwith the glory which

shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of thecreation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God.For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, butbecause of Him who subjected itin hope; because thecreation itself also will be delivered from the bondage ofcorruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.For we know that the whole creation groans and labors withbirth pangs together until now. Not only that,but we alsowho have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves

groan within ourselves, eagerly waiting for the adoption,the redemption of our body. For we were saved in thishope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does onestill hope for what he sees? But if we hope for what we donot see, we eagerly wait for itwith perseverance.


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Likewise the Spirit also helps in our

weaknesses. For we do not know what we shouldpray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makesintercession for us with groanings which cannotbe uttered. Now He who searches the heartsknows what the mind of the Spirit is,because He

makes intercession for the saints according to thewill ofGod.


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An office or a gift?

As an office

As a spiritual gift

- Five-fold ministry offices (Eph. 4:11-12)

- Bishops and deacons

- Unlimited list of gifts?

- Meets criteria for a spiritual gift

- An important role in the church

edifies the body of Christfrom the character of Christ

spiritual more than physical


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Intercession may not be

a spiritual gift in thebody, but intercessors

are!