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This month is Pastor Appreciation Month. One of the best ways we can support Pastor Rodney and show him our appreciation is by praying for him. We all pray for him in our own special ways, but this week – for seven days – there will be one special prayer request each day, along with Bible verses to inspire you!

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Monday, October 19:

Pastor Rodney is a gift to Newtown United Methodist Church. God chose him to come here. His spiritual life is important to his finding the wisdom, strength and guidance necessary to lead a church. Pray for Pastor Rodney’s growth as a disciple of Jesus Christ, as the Holy Spirit works through him to serve his congregation and the community. Pray that opportunities will continue to come his way, and he will be connected with the right people to grow his ministry. Pray that his life will reflect God’s glory and grace.
(Jeremiah 3:15, Revelation 3:8)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Tuesday, October 20:

As the leader of our church, Pastor Rodney has brought new ideas and has worked hard to guide us in implementing them, especially encouraging us to reach out to our local community. Pray that our congregation appreciates his leadership, especially with the One Board model and congregational ministry opportunities. He sometimes has to make difficult decisions. Pray for his discernment and spiritual sensitivity. Pray that he understands what is best in any situation, and that he is not deceived or misled in any way. Pray that he will hear God’s voice.
(Philippians 1: 9-10)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Wednesday, October 21:

Money worries can be a big distraction. Pray for financial peace for Pastor Rodney, both with the congregation’s budget and his family finances.
(Hebrews 13:5)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Thursday, October 22:

Delivering a great sermon and preparing for Bible studies take hours of study and preparation. Pray for Pastor Rodney as he prepares worship services, sermons, and studies. Pray that he can freely speak without fear or compromise. Pray that his voice carries power that transforms lives. Pray that God gives him the words to communicate what God has placed on his heart.
(2 Timothy 4:2)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Friday, October 23:

With all of his responsibilities, Pastor Rodney needs to become the master of his own calendar. John Wesley instructed the preachers, “Never trifle away time.” Pray for Pastor Rodney as he budgets his time, including blocking out occasions for rest, prayer, work and family. Pray that his heart is strengthened against any stress, pressure, or discouragement.
(Ephesians 5: 15-17)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Saturday, October 24:

It is important to remember that Pastor Rodney is an integral part of a family. He is a husband, a father, a son, a brother, an uncle, and part of an extended family. Pray for Pastor Rodney’s whole family, especially his wife Lauren, his son Jack, and his mother Lois. Pray that their home is blessed with joy, their needs are provided, and they are surrounded with God’s peace.
(Joshua 24:15, Ephesians 5:25, Proverbs 22:6, Exodus 20:12)

Prayer Request for Pastor Rodney on Sunday, October 25:

Pray that Pastor Rodney is encouraged today. Keep him healthy. Pray that God’s love will continually be his strength in ministry. Pray that he knows in his heart the difference he makes in the lives of individuals, both in our congregation and in our community. (Philippians 4:13)

We have come to the end of our specific prayer requests for Pastor Rodney. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have anything else to pray about for him! He prays for us. And we pray for him. God wants us to pray for Pastor Rodney. In 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Paul asks us to pray for him and the others so that the word of the Lord will spread quickly. We can use these specific requests as a guideline, or we can pray however we wish.

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