Focus Scripture:

1 Corinthians 15:57-58 NIV – But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 58 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV – Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

Focus Scripture:  

John 15:16 NIV – You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last–and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

John 8:36 NIV – So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

A Sample Prayer…

Father we thank you in advance for what you are going to do this weekend at our retreat.  We plead the blood of Jesus over each participant and team member and seal the work that you will do through your covenant promises.  Lord you promised fruit that will remain.  We bind any demonic forces that would come to steal the seed planted.  We declare by faith that those who go free today will never return to their bondages, for who the Son sets free is free indeed.  We give all the glory to Jesus our redeemer and liberator!

Focus Scripture:  

Jeremiah 29:7 NIV – 7 Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the LORD for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Proverbs 18:10 NIV – 10 The name of the LORD is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

My prayer & Faith Declaration:

Father we dedicate this facility to you for the purposes of your Kingdom.  We plead the blood of Jesus over the four corners of our property and declare that Satan has NO authority here.  We ask for you to send your angel armies to provide a covering – surround this facility.  We declare this is a safe place and a place of FREEDOM!  We ask for your hand upon every piece of equipment and all technology – we declare they will function as intended and will serve this congregation well with no interference from the enemy.  We thank you in advance for growth at New Hope Church both numerically and spiritually.  In Jesus Name!

Focus Scripture:  

Isaiah 43:1-3 NIV – But now, this is what the LORD says– he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. 2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. 3 For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior…”

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV – 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

Focus Scripture:

Isaiah 61:1-3 NIV – The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, 2 to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, 3and provide for those who grieve in Zion– to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Psalm 23:4-6 NIV – 4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. 6 Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Focus Scripture:  

1 Peter 2:9 NIV – But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Psalm 23:1-3 NIV – The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.

Sample Prayer…

Father I lift up each participant.  I submit them into your hand and ask for your provision and protection.  May they see the truth and repent with godly sorrow in each area to be addressed.  Deliver them from the enemy’s trap into your plans and purposes for them.  I declare freedom for every captive!  Chains will be broken, and prison doors will be open.  Thank you Father, in Jesus name.  

Focus Scripture:  

3 John 1:8 NIV – We ought therefore to show hospitality to such people so that we may work together for the truth.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Romans 12:10-13 NIV – Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.

A Suggested Prayer…

Father we lift up every person on the hospitality team; fill them to overflowing with your love.  Use them to break down the walls of defense in each participant, caused by wounding, fear and rejection.  May you stir up your gifts in them – may they flow in discernment, words of wisdom and knowledge, powerful prophetic and gifts of healing.  Give them strength and endurance to finish strong all the way to the end of the retreat.  Stir in them the heart of the intercessor to pray for each person as they greet, love on and serve our participants.  Thank you for these vital team members.

Focus Scripture:  

Romans 12:6 NIV – We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith;

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

1 Thessalonians 1:2-3 NIV – We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. 3 We remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.

Faith Declaration…

Father we are your covenant children.  You have given your Holy Spirit and He has distributed gifts freely.  Thank you for the gift of prophecy and for your heart to encourage and build up the body of Christ.  We declare and decree an atmosphere of the prophetic, where your word is easy to hear, and hearts are quick to receive.  We decree that every voice of the enemy is silenced, all distractions are removed, and our ears are tuned to the voice of heaven.  Thank you for increase in the release of your gifts. Amen!  

Focus Scripture:

James 5:14-15 NIV – Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

John 5:19-20 NIV – Jesus gave them this answer: “Very truly I tell you, the Son can do nothing by himself; he can do only what he sees his Father doing, because whatever the Father does the Son also does. 20 For the Father loves the Son and shows him all he does. Yes, and he will show him even greater works than these, so that you will be amazed.

Sample Prayer…

Lord we know that apart from you we can do nothing.  We ask that you give each anointer eyes to see what the Father is doing in the life of each participant.  We ask for divine revelation, words of wisdom and words of knowledge.  May they pray in faith and confidence knowing that it is your will to set the captives free!

Focus Scripture:  

Galatians 6:2 NIV – Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.

Prayer Points:

Blessing:

Romans 8:26-27 NIV – In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. 27And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.

My Prayer for YOU…

Mark 16:17 NIV – 17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues.

James 5:16 NIV – …The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.