Weekly Prayer Point

Philippians 3:13-14: Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. In line with the CBC theme verses for 2023-24 printed above, pray that God will help us forget whatever needs to be left behind in 2023 and that He will enable each CBC Region, congregation, and member to press on toward the goals of knowing Jesus and making Him known in the New Year! Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Shalom Geita Congregation in Tanzania, with Pastor Fabian Ayubu Wirtiro. Samaria Congregation in Tanzania, with Pastor Jeram Masalim Alfluers. CBC Prayer Committee

Praise God for the gift of His Son and all that we have through Him! Write down the top ten blessings God has given you in 2023 and especially praise God for these as well as for all the other blessings He has poured out! Ask Him to help you be a blessing to others in the New Year! Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Shiloh Congregation in Moatsville, WV, with Pastor Todd Mouser Welsh Run Congregation in Mercersburg, PA, with Pastors Shawn Clever and Timothy Kent CBC Prayer Committee

Pray for all CBC Churches and members to experience the joy and peace of Jesus this Christmas. Pray that we might also share that joy and peace with others and invite our family, friends, coworkers and neighbors to know and receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Mount Zion Congregation in Moatsville, WV and Pastor Larry Poling Moxham Congregation in Johnstown, PA, with Pastor Daniel Rhodes CBC Prayer Committee

Pray for those who are battling addiction to drugs or alcohol. Pray for them to receive the victory of deliverance and freedom through Jesus Christ. Pray for our CBC Churches and members to reach out with love and healing in Jesus’ Name. Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Victory Congregation in Tanzania, Africa and Pastor Isaak Kasomo Zion Hill Congregation in Columbiana, WV and Pastor Scott McPeek CBC Prayer Committee

Pray for those struggling with mental health issues and especially thoughts of suicide. Pray for our CBC Churches and members to be sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit to minister, love, and encourage those who may be depressed and hopeless. Pray for all to know the hope and joy of Jesus. Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Sunnybrook Congregation in Bristol, TN and Pastor Michael Reece Three Springs Congregation in Blain, PA seeking pastoral leadership CBC Prayer Committee

“Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness; come before His presence with singing. 3 Know that the Lord, He is God; it is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture. 4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. 5 For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations (Psalm 100). “Father, where do we begin in our efforts, though sincere they be, to worship, praise, and acknowledge You as the One, the True, the Only God? Our hearts are not able to contain the joy that overwhelms us being allowed, privileged entrance into Your “Holy Place” through Christ our Lord. Our hand cannot write fast enough the blessings that You have given just this day. Our minds cannot begin to recall and number the untold blessings that have flowed from Your hands. Heavenly Father you are the source of our worship and praise! Our souls are elevated and stirred by Your mercy, grace, love, and favor. We shout [...]

“Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever” - (I Chronicles 16:34). Here we are the week of Thanksgiving 2023! As families gather all across our nation, may we give thanks to the One that makes the difference in every day! Let us proclaim the salvation of the Lord and His goodness to us ……. “Heavenly Father, thank You for families that gather to love and embrace one another with joy and thanksgiving. Thank You for those moments we pause at a sink of dirty dishes and thank You for memories just made. Praise Your holy name for the grace, favor, and mercy our family has enjoyed through the years. Counting our blessing for the gift of life and health. As we look at the world around us and the great need and cry for help, give our family the voice and place to tell the story of Jesus Christ our Lord! Thank You for the light that burns in our hearts; for food, shelter, peace, joy, life, and so much more. THANK YOU LORD! In Jesus name. Amen!” “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also [...]

“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him” (Colossians 3:17) Lord it has been a busy day. Much has been done; much yet to be done. Thank You for the strength, courage, and order that you have brought into our day. A day too often filled with weakness, fear, and difficulty in deciding which way to go. I thank you for those divine appointments where the name of Jesus could be shared with family, friends, and the stranger in the checkout line at the grocery store. Thank You for those moments of decision where the Holy Spirit gave the courage to stand for what is acceptable and right in Your sight. Thank You Lord, for the contentment, peace, and joy in knowing that You are with us every moment of every day; in those early morning hours as the sun greets us and, takes its place in the heavens; to the fleeing moments of the sun disappearing behind the mountains. The light disappears; replaced by the moon and stars that shout “Great is the Lord!” Heavenly Father, as our day has been [...]

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving’ let your requests be made known to God” (Philippians 4:6). Heavenly Father, as we come to you this day remind us of Your omnipotence, Your grace, Your mercy, and Your care. In this world that too often seems disjointed, searching and confused; may we be reminded that you are a God of order and purpose! That with the passing of every moment You are accomplishing Your holy and righteous will. We humbly ask that in this world of much conflict that the “peace of Christ” will not only comfort but also be a precious possession of our hearts. Heavenly Father, you are the one that meets every need of life and we thank You for Your goodness and favor in Jesus name. Amen. Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Mlima Wa Karmeli Igunga Congregation in Tanzania, Africa and Pastor Joseph S. Mwamlima Mlima Wa Makimbilo Congregation in Tanzania, Africa and Pastor Elia Abdala Riiumbi CBC Prayer Committee

“Those who wait on The Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” - Galatians 6:9 Heavenly Father and Faithful God, thank You for Your ever-flowing power source that fills us and sustains us. Refresh us daily so we will “not become weary in doing good.” Bless us with Your grace and peace while we wait on You for “things” we are praying for and believing You for. Let us “Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness;” so all these “things may be added unto us.” Matthew 6:33 Nourish us with You Word and Holy Spirit as we wait on You for our marching orders, give us courage to be warriors for Your kingdom and strength to soar like eagles as we carry out Your will. Please pray for the following congregations and pastors Maranatha Congregation in Tanzania, Africa and Pastor Daudi Faraja Miracle Fishing Christian Church Congregation in Guatamala and Pastor Walter Estuardo Palma Garcia CBC Prayer Committee