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Prayer for an atheist - 7/21/2008 6:03:19 PM
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Jhud
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One of my pastors recently got into a conversation with an atheist (self-identified - their kids have a swimming class together) and this man expressed a desire to talk with a Christian who could speak in-depth about a number of issues - science, and philosophy and so forth.
My pastor recommended me to him, and so tomorrow (7/22) we are getting together for coffee (I joked with my pastor later, "Great, you set me up on a blind date with an atheist!").
I would love prayers for four things:
1. I would be pleasant and kind, and resist the urge to become argumentative, and be an excellent ambassador for Christ.
2. That God would work in his heart beyond the intellectual nature of our conversation.
3. That I would have the wisdom to respond to his questions.
4. That, as much as a possible, for the sake of demonstrating the love of Christ, a friendship could develop that would allow for ongoing conversations.
Thanks saints!
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Jack
“I mean to live my life an obedient man, but obedient to God, subservient to the wisdom of my ancestors; never to the authority of political truths arrived at yesterday at the voting booth”
William F. Buckley Jr. 1925-2008
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/21/2008 6:23:15 PM
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kyl
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Dear Heavenly Father I lift up this meeting to you.
I pray Lord you will prepare the way before these men.
I pray Lord that your truth and love will be revealed and expressed through Jacks words and actions.
Lord I pray that there will be a pleasant atomosphere and calm spirit during this meeting.
Lord I ask that this meeting would be an opportunity for seeds to be planted or watered.
I pray that you will be in their midst Lord.
I thank you Lord for the willingness Jack has to share your word with this person.
Help him to communication your love and truth in a direct way that is comphehendable to this gentleman.
I pray Lord this is a begining of a freindship which will bring glory to you.
Thank You Lord
In Jesus Name
Amen
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Psalm19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/21/2008 6:47:46 PM
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Kat_D
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Praying for you and for the man you will be talking to, Jhud.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/21/2008 10:29:28 PM
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Prayer Warrior
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Hi there,
Remember, you can't convince anyone into heaven.
For a Christian you only need faith, and for an atheist, there is often never enough proof.
If this person is seriously seeking, the Holy Spirit can use your words and your love and He will do the rest. you don't have to be perfect, cuz we never can be. :)
Last thought, the book, The Case For Christ, by Lee Stroebel, a former journalist and former atheist, is the best book I ever read in my life for seeking atheists, who really secretly want to find God.
love
pw
and bless your time together tomorrow.
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[ Jesus Comforts His Friends]
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God ; trust also in me."
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/21/2008 11:57:56 PM
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tbrobinson
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Father God,
I pray for this meeting, a chance to have a conversation. He would not have asked for the meeting if he did not acknowledge that he has that God sized hole in his spirit. Please bless Jhud with the wisdom to meet and answer any question. Allow him the patience to endure the "wisdom" of the world. Give him the grace to develop a friendship, if you so order, to show this "atheist" what he is missing. Make his paths strait, and open the doors that need to be opened.
In Jesus Name
Amen
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Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 12:15:08 AM
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OneJohn410
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praying in agreement with those who have posted and others privately- and that your possible new friend buy the refills, if needed.
OneJohn410
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ORIGINAL: kyl
Dear Heavenly Father I lift up this meeting to you.
I pray Lord you will prepare the way before these men.
I pray Lord that your truth and love will be revealed and expressed through Jacks words and actions.
Lord I pray that there will be a pleasant atomosphere and calm spirit during this meeting.
Lord I ask that this meeting would be an opportunity for seeds to be planted or watered.
I pray that you will be in their midst Lord.
I thank you Lord for the willingness Jack has to share your word with this person.
Help him to communication your love and truth in a direct way that is comphehendable to this gentleman.
I pray Lord this is a begining of a freindship which will bring glory to you.
Thank You Lord
In Jesus Name
Amen
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 1:43:27 AM
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TorchHeart
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quote:
ORIGINAL: tbrobinson
Father God,
I pray for this meeting, a chance to have a conversation. He would not have asked for the meeting if he did not acknowledge that he has that God sized hole in his spirit. Please bless Jhud with the wisdom to meet and answer any question. Allow him the patience to endure the "wisdom" of the world. Give him the grace to develop a friendship, if you so order, to show this "atheist" what he is missing. Make his paths strait, and open the doors that need to be opened.
In Jesus Name
Amen
praying in agreement.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 3:26:56 AM
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mvic
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Hi Jhud,
What an honour and priviledge to be asked to do this. The pastor must have seen some commendable qualities in you.
God bless you. I'll be praying for you.
Have fun on your blind date !!!!!
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 6:19:20 AM
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Little_1
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quote:
ORIGINAL: kyl
Dear Heavenly Father I lift up this meeting to you.
I pray Lord you will prepare the way before these men.
I pray Lord that your truth and love will be revealed and expressed through Jacks words and actions.
Lord I pray that there will be a pleasant atomosphere and calm spirit during this meeting.
Lord I ask that this meeting would be an opportunity for seeds to be planted or watered.
I pray that you will be in their midst Lord.
I thank you Lord for the willingness Jack has to share your word with this person.
Help him to communication your love and truth in a direct way that is comphehendable to this gentleman.
I pray Lord this is a begining of a freindship which will bring glory to you.
Thank You Lord
In Jesus Name
Amen
Amen
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 8:40:17 AM
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peaceofGod
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quote:
ORIGINAL: Jhud
I would love prayers for four things:
1. I would be pleasant and kind, and resist the urge to become argumentative, and be an excellent ambassador for Christ.
2. That God would work in his heart beyond the intellectual nature of our conversation.
3. That I would have the wisdom to respond to his questions.
4. That, as much as a possible, for the sake of demonstrating the love of Christ, a friendship could develop that would allow for ongoing conversations.
Thanks saints!
Praying in agreement.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 8:43:45 AM
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barbi
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praying in agreement with the others
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 2:04:28 PM
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kyl
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Lord i lift up Jack to you and thank you Lord for this meeting today.
Be with him Lord and give him confidence and assurance as he speaks.
I pray Lord that you will help him to speak with wisdom and clarity.
I pray Lord that the person he is meeting would be willing to listen and recieve the truth of your word and love.
In Jesus name
Amen
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Psalm19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 11:38:39 PM
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Itlyn1kc
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Praying in agreement with the above prayer....
Let us know how things turn out! I am praying for you.
What awesome news, and what an honor..
kc
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 7/22/2008 11:46:41 PM
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Jhud
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Thanks for all your prayers folks, God was more than faithful,
I don't have time right now to go into too many details, but suffice to say we had an excellent conversation, and I got to share my testimony at length (not hard, since he kept asking questions about it) and we will be getting together again soon.
One thing I didn't expect - conviction. I just spent three hours talking with an atheist who has read entirely through the Bible twice , taking notes all the while so that he could discover what it really says. I hate to say it, but I know very few Christians who have done as much. Ouch.
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Jack
“I mean to live my life an obedient man, but obedient to God, subservient to the wisdom of my ancestors; never to the authority of political truths arrived at yesterday at the voting booth”
William F. Buckley Jr. 1925-2008
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/11/2008 11:34:49 AM
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Jhud
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If you could, I would appreciate more prayers for this man - he is coming to church with us this Sunday.
Pray nothing would happen between now and then that would keep him from coming
Pray that he would be impressed with the lives of the believers there.
Pray that God would make Himself real to him.
Pray that God would open his ears to truth.
His name is Paul. Thanks folks!
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Jack
“I mean to live my life an obedient man, but obedient to God, subservient to the wisdom of my ancestors; never to the authority of political truths arrived at yesterday at the voting booth”
William F. Buckley Jr. 1925-2008
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/11/2008 10:56:03 PM
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TorchHeart
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Lord, I pray for Paul. Let him come to this church, and let your truth be revealed to him. Grant in his heart that he might be open and willing to listen and accept Jesus Christ, your Beloved Son, as his Savior.
Lord, we are all sinners on this Earth. But all who seek you and accept you as their Lord through Christ, will find not just you, but everlasting life. Paul seems to be willing to seek you. Please let him being to seek you, so that he might be one of those who finds everlasting life. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
Amen.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/12/2008 9:19:30 AM
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Praying in agreement with Torchheart.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/12/2008 11:43:29 AM
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kyl
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Lord, I pray for Paul. Let him come to this church, and let your truth be revealed to him. Grant in his heart that he might be open and willing to listen and accept Jesus Christ, your Beloved Son, as his Savior.
Lord, we are all sinners on this Earth. But all who seek you and accept you as their Lord through Christ, will find not just you, but everlasting life. Paul seems to be willing to seek you. Please let him being to seek you, so that he might be one of those who finds everlasting life. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
Amen.
Praying in agreement.
Lord I pray you will be with Paul.
Amen
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Psalm19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/12/2008 5:10:10 PM
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Lord, Let Paul hear Your calling!
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/13/2008 1:01:27 AM
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OneJohn410
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Father God,
A man named Paul has agreed to attend church with Jhud and his wife this coming Sunday, and You know this. It would be pleasing to them if Paul finds no reason not to make that visit, and You know this as well.
I join in the prayers of others for Paul- especially for courage and the opportunity to think new/refreshed thoughts. That Paul receive genuineness from Jhud's church family. That as Paul wonders why he is there, and if he does indeed have life all figured out, that he be open to a still small voice telling him he is loved. A voice that at the same time is crystal clear to Paul, one he cannot claim he didn't hear.
In the life-saving name Jesus I pray,
Amen
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"If God is for us, who can be against us?... death, life, angels, demons, the present, the future, any powers, height, depth, nor anything else will separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8
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RE: Prayer for an atheist - 8/13/2008 9:55:13 AM
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sparkleingsnow
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Father, in agreement with the above prayers, asking for Your help and wisdom as Jhud and his church wittness to Paul. Work in his heart Lord. Draw him to Yourself. Help him that he and his family will come to know You as Saviour and Lord. We love You, and thank You, and praise You. In Jesus name. Amen
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