Seek God on Behalf of the Coming Generation

SUNDAY MARCH 28 Day 40

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE COMING GENERATION
"How often I wanted to gather your children together, the way a hen gathers her chicks under her wings...You will not see Me until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’” – Matthew 23:37, 39

That many who are now small children would soon become passionate followers of Christ; that during their lifetimes they will finish evangelizing the world; that they will endure suffering to overcome evil and bring forth the promised blessing of God upon all peoples; that they will give Christ the finest whole-life worship of all history.

PRAYERWALK: Walk your city consciously thinking of the people who will live and work there in years to come, should the Lord tarry. Pray for the generation that will be dwelling in your city when Jesus returns.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF JERUSALEM
Pray for God’s peace and glory to be upon Jerusalem.

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Seek God on Behalf of Elderly People

SATURDAY MARCH 27 Day 39

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF ELDERLY PEOPLE
They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green, proclaiming, “The LORD is upright; He is my Rock...” – Psalm 92:14-15 (NIV)

That God’s strength and peace will be poured out on everyone who is advanced in years. Pray that they may be honored, that they may be cared for; that loneliness be banished through lasting friendships and family bonds; that sickness be lifted; that they may live to see their prayers answered; that their latter years will be significant, reflecting the glory of God.

PRAYERWALK: Pray at a retirement community or an extended care facility.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
United Arab Emirates, Yemen

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Seek God on Behalf of Children

FRIDAY MARCH 26 Day 38

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF CHILDREN
Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. – Mark 10:14 (NIV)

That children will hear the gospel and encounter Christ early in life; that God’s great fatherly heart will be revealed with healing power to kids who have been wounded or disappointed by their parents; for lasting family stability; for excellence in education; for wisdom to be formed in their early days; for safety from violence and perversion; for laughter and joy.

PRAYERWALK: Pray for kids in your neighborhood or in nearby schools and playgrounds. Pray for the entire family that surrounds each of the children as you pass by their homes.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

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Seek God on Behalf of the Military

THURSDAY MARCH 25 Day 37

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MILITARY
A centurion came to Him, asking for help...When Jesus heard this, He was astonished and said...“I tell you the truth, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith.” – Matthew 8:5, 10 (NIV)

For the gospel to spread through the special relationships of military life; for courage and protection in the danger of battle; for wisdom and the fear of the Lord as military personnel are sometimes called upon to do the work of governing and enforcing law; for grace upon chaplains and other spiritual leaders; that God will fortify families stretched by numerous moves and separations.

PRAYERWALK: Pray near a military base or establishment.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia

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Seek God on behalf of Gangs

WEDNESDAY MARCH 24 Day 36

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF GANGS
“Because of the devastation of the afflicted, because of the groaning of the needy, now I will arise,” says the LORD; “I will set him in the safety for which he longs.” – Psalm 12:5

That God will satisfy their deep desires for significance and belonging; for God to break spiritual and social powers holding them; for caring Christians to embrace them in the authentic love of God’s family; for blessing upon the neighborhoods they claim.

PRAYERWALK: Pray at a place affected by gang activity. Speak God’s Word as you walk to spiritually “tag” the territories with unseen but real declarations of His Lordship and love.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Lebanon, Libya, Morocco

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Seek God on Behalf of Day Laborers

TUESDAY MARCH 23 Day 35

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF LABORERS
Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in his ways. You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours. - Psalm 128:1-2 (NIV)

Pray that God will reveal the dignity and honor of doing work as unto Christ; that workplaces would be a setting of safety, joy and friendship for workers to be treated with justice and dignity; for continued employment in the changing global economy; for many to follow Christ and serve Him openly in the workplace with co-laborers.

PRAYERWALK: Almost every community has factories, construction sites or other places of industry. Pray for the laborers in these places.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Israel, Jordan, Kuwait

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Seek God on Behalf of Broken Families

MONDAY MARCH 22 Day 34

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF BROKEN FAMILIES
The LORD...supports the fatherless and the widow. – Psalm 146:9

Pray for healing of broken or embittered relationships; for comfort when a family member has passed away. Pray especially for children; that the Father heart of God will overshadow each to bring wholeness and that they would know the joy of being part of God’s family; that God will meet financial needs, bring supportive friends and grant hope to many who come to follow Christ.

PRAYERWALK: Apartment buildings often house fragmented families. Pray around an apartment complex, focusing prayers on those who have been bereaved or divorced.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Egypt, Iran, Iraq

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Seek God on Behalf of Ethnic Communities

SUNDAY MARCH 21 Day 33

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF ETHNIC COMMUNITIES
All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the LORD, and all the families of the nations will bow down before Him. – Psalm 22:27 (NIV)

That God will bring racial harmony; that longstanding offenses may be healed by the forgiveness which begins in Jesus; that Christians show honor and act in Christ’s reconciling power; that the beauty of distinctive languages and cultures would be on display in local churches.

PRAYERWALK: Pray blessings near a neighborhood known for an ethnic identity different than your own; or pray blessings upon a business which is owned by people of another ethnicity than yours.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE MIDDLE EAST
Algeria, Bahrain, Cyprus

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Seek God on Behalf of Arts and Entertainment

SATURDAY MARCH 20 Day 32

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of crafts... to engage in all kinds of artistic craftsmanship. – Exodus 35:31, 33 (NIV)

That God will inspire artists and those in the entertainment industry with creativity and wisdom that reflects God’s beauty; that they will seek God themselves and come to follow Christ with courage; that their work will bring strength, goodness and hope to our communities.

PRAYERWALK: Visit a theater, art museum or place of entertainment for the purpose of praying for the artists and those working in support capacities.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Switzerland, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Vatican City, Yugoslavia

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Seek God on Behalf of Judges and Law Enforcement

FRIDAY MARCH 19 Day 31

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF JUDGES AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Blessed are they who maintain justice, who constantly do what 
is right. – Psalm 106:3 (NIV)

Pray for righteous wisdom, principled patience and gentle authority; for physical and emotional protection; strength and blessing for their families; that they will become agents of God’s hand to resist evil and preserve an environment in which heaven’s justice can increase.

PRAYERWALK: Pray outside the nearest police station or court. Leave a short personal note for judges or police leaders letting them know how Christians are praying for them today.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Romania, Russia, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Svalbard Islands, Sweden

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Seek God on Behalf of Unemployed

THURSDAY MARCH 18 Day 30

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF UNEMPLOYED
That everyone may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all his toil — this is the gift of God. – Ecclesiastes 3:13 (NIV)

That God will meet the needs of those without work in a way that they can clearly thank God for His provision; that they will soon find meaningful employment and glorify God for it; that God will open the way for righteous trade so that the entire city prospers 
in God’s provision.

PRAYERWALK: Pray for those in your neighborhood who have recently lost their job or are struggling to find one.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal

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Seek God on Behalf of Depressed People

WEDNESDAY MARCH 17 Day 29

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF DEPRESSED PEOPLE
But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us. – 2 Corinthians 7:6 (NIV)

That God’s healing presence will reach them; that the light of truth will dispel lies and the oppressive power of Satan; for helpful counsel; for the healing of long-standing wounds of mind and soul; that they would know the comfort and joy of the Holy Spirit; for the renewing of their minds in Christ.

PRAYERWALK: Pray for people you see today who may be downcast, even though they appear to be cheerful and strong.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Italy, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg

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Seek God on Behalf of Substance Abusers

TUESDAY MARCH 16 Day 28

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF SUBSTANCE ABUSERS
On the day the LORD gives you relief from suffering and turmoil and cruel bondage. –Isaiah 14:3 (NIV)

That God will break every form of bondage, including alcoholism and drug addiction. Pray for wise counselors to bring intervention and help; that God will heal their bodies; that they will turn from self-centered lives to living their lives for Christ.

PRAYERWALK: Walk your neighborhood, considering those who may be bound in alcoholism or drug addiction, calling on God to free them.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man

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Seek God on Behalf of the Unborn

MONDAY MARCH 15 Day 27

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF THE UNBORN
For He will deliver...the afflicted who have no one to help. He will...save the needy from death. He will rescue them from oppression and violence, for precious is their blood in His sight. – Psalm 72:12-14 (NIV)

That these precious children will be acknowledged and honored by all; for each of them to find sheltering homes; that the awful waste of their lives would cease; that they would come to Christ at an early age; for the parents of unborn babies, that God would turn their hearts 
toward their children.

PRAYERWALK: As you pray for your neighbors or co-workers, pray that God will break the power of self-centered lifestyles that disregard children, and that He will forgive and heal those who have harmed their children in any way.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Channel Islands, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faeroe Islands, Finland

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Seek God on Behalf of Fathers

SUNDAY MARCH 14 Day 26

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF FATHERS
Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord. – Ephesians 6:4 (NIV)

That fathers will look to God as the ultimate spiritual head of their household, serving and caring for their families; that God will instill a vision for wholesome, supportive fatherhood among the fathers of the city; that absentee fathers would change their lifestyles to nurture their wives and children; that children will see the character of the heavenly Father in the lives of their dads.

PRAYERWALK: Pray for the fathers near your workplace or home.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA
Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canary Islands

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Seek God on Behalf of Agricultural Workers

SATURDAY MARCH 13 Day 25

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AGRICULTURAL WORKERS
For the LORD your God will bless you in all your harvest and in all the work of your hands, and your joy will be complete. – Deuteronomy 16:15 (NIV)

That God will abundantly bless families who farm, ranch or support agricultural industries; that they would follow Christ and find ways to be part of life-giving churches. Pray especially for migrant workers who sometimes face injustice and great difficulties.

PRAYERWALK: Pray in a rural area for God’s blessing on the land and the families He has placed there.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AFRICA
Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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Seek God on Behalf of University Students

FRIDAY MARCH 12 Day 24

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed. – 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)

Pray for evangelization of entire campuses; for many to follow Christ; for the truth to radiate in a setting often hostile and cynical toward matters of faith; for students to make wise decisions, to form godly lifestyles and to shape their careers and ambitions to fulfill God’s global purposes. Pray for leadership to be strong among Christian groups on campuses; for the advance of movements of prayer and mission mobilization; for the ministries that focus on students.

PRAYERWALK: Pray for students at a place of higher education.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AFRICA
Rwanda, Saint Helena, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa

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Seek God on Behalf of Native Peoples

THURSDAY MARCH 11 Day 23

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF NATIVE PEOPLES
I will set My justice for a light of the peoples. – Isaiah 51:4

For God’s fullest blessing upon Native Americans; that those who live in or near your city would be honored for who they are and for all God intends them to be; that God would heal the wounds to our nation that have resulted from broken treaties and mistreatment; that the tribes will be treated justly and find their destiny and highest dignity; that churches will flourish among them and that God’s praise will resound in first nation languages.

PRAYERWALK: As you prayerwalk your neighborhood or place of business, consider the native peoples who were the first to dwell in the area that became your city. Pray for their descendents.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AFRICA
Mayotte, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of Congo, Reunion

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Seek God on Behalf of Government Leaders

WEDNESDAY MARCH 10 Day 22

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF GOVERNMENT LEADERS
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving 
be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority. – 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV)

That they will be examples of righteousness to our society; that they will experience God’s wisdom in their deliberations; that they will speak and carry out dealings with truth, free from any corruption. Pray that they may advance God’s justice; that they will be divinely restrained from hindering the service and worship of Jesus Christ; that they will come to know, honor and follow Christ.

PRAYERWALK: Visit a center of city, state or federal government. Pray on or near the site. Leave a short note for a particular official which describes your prayers for God to bless him or her.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AFRICA
Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius

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Seek God on Behalf of Homeless People

TUESDAY MARCH 9 Day 21

SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF HOMELESS PEOPLE
But He lifted the needy out of their affliction and increased their families like flocks. – Psalm 107:41 (NIV)

That God brings immediate relief, shelter, food and health care; that Christ will restore hope for the future; for wise counsel and trustworthy friendship; for protection from the risks of life on the streets; for employment, housing and restored family life.

PRAYERWALK: Visit a place where homeless people seek shelter or employment. Pray God’s blessing on the people you see who appear to be homeless.


SEEK GOD ON BEHALF OF AFRICA
Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau

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