The following format is adopted from one of my favorite resources, Face to Face by Kenneth Boa. Each day, we will pray scripture back to God using five different types of prayers: Adoration, Repentance, Petition, Intercession, and Thanksgiving. For this series, the scriptures chosen center (and expand) from Advent themes.
DAY ONE, HOPE
*Traditionally, the first Sunday of Advent is all about hope, and the first candle is called the prophet’s candle. There are over 300 (some say more) prophecies recorded in the Bible that promise the coming of the Messiah. They were fulfilled when Jesus was born. This history strengthens our hope, now, as we wait for Jesus’ return as King.
Adoration & Worship
We praise you, LORD, you are faithful with every promise you speak — This is our hope, and we won’t let go! Hebrews 10:23
Repentance & Confession
Forgive us, God, for harboring false hope. You are the only Savior, and we set our eyes on you and hope alone in your steadfast love for us. Psalm 33:17-18
Petition (asking for personal needs)
Holy Spirit, you are truth, and I need you. Lead me and teach me so I can put my hope in God all day, every day. Psalm 25:5
Intercession (praying for others)
Father, I pray for my brothers and sisters in Christ, according to your mercy, that we understand the living hope we are born again into. Our imperishable inheritance is to know your son, Jesus! 1 Peter 1:3-4
Thanksgiving
With thanksgiving, LORD, we call this to mind: your mercies never end, they are new every morning. You are faithful! You are our portion! Therefore, we hope in you! Lamentations 3:21-24
What is one scripture on hope would you add?
Brave Sparrow 