Prayer Stream — Jan 18, 2025

Saturday, January 18, 2025

Poilievre has criticized Canada's current military culture, stating that as Prime Minister, he would replace the "woke" culture implemented by the current administration with a focus on fostering a "warrior culture."

As Chris mentioned in the video, this reminds us that, as Christians, we are part of a warrior culture. Prayer is at the heart of this identity. In Ephesians 6, we are called to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power by putting on the full armor of God. Paul urges us to stand firm in the spiritual battle against the forces of darkness.

We are also instructed to pray all kinds of prayers for all people—offering intercessions, petitions, and thanksgivings—ensuring that our spiritual warfare is rooted in love and aligned with God’s will. Through this steadfast commitment to prayer, we find the strength and courage to boldly proclaim the truth of the Gospel.

We are called to pray for everyone, regardless of whether we like them or not, because our prayers should flow from a heart of love that reflects God’s heart. Our true struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

Our warrior culture of prayer breaks off oppression, slays giants, moves mountains, and drives out darkness. Through steadfast and faithful prayer, we align with God's power to bring transformation and victory. Let us persevere in prayer until Canada rises as a true warrior nation, standing strong in faith and purpose.

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Apostolic Prayer

"May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all."

2 Corinthians 13:14

Prayer Points

Canada's current political situation

• Pray for wisdom and peace for Canada during this time of leadership uncertainty.

• Pray for clarity as the nation feels leaderless. Although Prime Minister Trudeau remains in office, the country feels as though it is in a state of uncertainty.

• Pray for the ongoing Liberal leadership race.

• Continue to pray for the Premiers.

• Pray for wisdom in the body of Christ to discern how to engage during this time. Pray that the God of Hope will fill us with all joy and peace, empowering us with hope through the Holy Spirit.

Israel - Ceasefire Agreement Reached with Release of 33 Hostages

• Pray that no issues arise to hinder the agreement or prevent the return of the hostages.

• Pray for God to bring restoration to the hostages for the trauma they have endured during this lengthy season.

• Pray for emotional healing for the hostages.

• Pray for the same restoration and healing for their families.

"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, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and 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."

Isaiah 61:1-3

NHOP Zoom Prayer Calls

• Tuesday at 10:00 am to 11:30 am Eastern

• Wednesday at 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Eastern

(Our prayer focus will be on Canada and Israel)

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NHOP Ottawa in person Prayer Meetings (all times are Eastern)

• Tuesdays at 7:30am - Ottawa Pastors prayer meeting - All Saints Lutheran - 1061 Pinecrest Rd, Ottawa

• Tuesdays at 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm for Parliamentary Staff at Sullivan Chapel

Blessings,

Chris & Marilyn Byberg

Executive Directors

National House of Prayer