When God Is in the Midst

When we call on the name of Jesus, He is always there, whether we believe it or not. He may not always answer, but when He does, He is always on time. He has answers to problems. We might not always like or understand the answers because God works according to His perfect will. God’s ways do not always make sense to our carnal minds because they oppose Him. In spite of our failures and infirmities, He does not abandon us in our time of need. However, we can cause Him to withdraw from us by taking our problems to sources other than Him. When we invite Him into our dark and discouraging situations, He will show up. God is drawn to darkness because He desires to shatter it with His marvelous light. We must call upon Him. We cannot curse the darkness without actively being the light that dispels it. We cannot be that light without the presence of God. God manifests His presence where the elements of prayer are carried out. The Hebrew word (tᵊp̄illâ) for prayer is defined as: hymn, intercession, and supplication.

When we worship, intercede, or ask for something earnestly or humbly (supplication), we demonstrate faith, which gets its energy from love. Prayer enables love that is pure, without ulterior motives. Our worship of God must be pure. We cannot offer “the sacrifice of praise” tainted by idolatry or unrepentant sin. We see the types and shadows of pure worship in the Levitical Law pertaining to where the sacrifices were to be offered. God gave this command because sacrifices were being made to idols. For the sacrifices to be accepted by God, they were to be brought to a place designated by the Lord, “To the end that the children of Israel may bring their sacrifices which they offer in the open field, that they may bring them to the Lord at the door of the tabernacle of meeting, to the priest, and offer them as peace offerings to the Lord” (Leviticus 17:5).

Those sacrifices, which were an act of worship, when offered according to God’s plan, brought peace between God and His people. When God was in their midst, He performed great signs and miracles. He supplied all their needs. He caused their enemies to fear them. We acknowledge intercessors in the Bible, such as Abraham, Moses, and Daniel. But we may not consider the power we have been given to bring God into our situations, and into the lives of those who don’t know Him. We have the power with intercession and supplication to turn the tide of judgment, and seek the Peace of God for ourselves and others. When a person whose life is in turmoil, chooses to try things God’s way; they will find that way of peace that can only be found in the presence of God. This is how lives are changed forever. God’s ways are always right for everyone concerned. There is great peace when God is in the midst. 

Beth Marie Evans 

WNOP Prayer Requests Coordinator 

Apostolic Author 

Associate Minister 

International Christian Fellowship 

Brookfield, Illinois

Week Four

World Network of Prayer has chosen the theme A.I. for the “30 Days of Prayer.” A.I. stands for “Apostolic Influence.” Join us in praying in one mind and one accord on the following prayer focus for WEEK FOUR, and let’s believe God to do great things for His glory!

WEEK FOUR

Pray that Apostolics will reach people worldwide. Pray for great revival and harvest following the example of the early church who went about "praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved" (Acts 2:47).



WNOP

World Network of Prayer has chosen the theme A.I. for the 2024 "30 Days of Prayer." In today’s technological-driven society, when we hear the abbreviation A.I., many of us would assume it refers to artificial intelligence. This development in the fields of computer science and engineering makes it possible for machines to learn from experience and provide services typically requiring human input. However, in this case AI means “Apostolic Influence!” This intelligence is not human- or machine-engineered, and it is not artificial. It is authentic and biblical, and comes from the throne of God. Such influence is a spiritual force that focuses on hearts and transforms people through Apostolic means given by an omniscient, omnipotent, and omnipresent God!

All individuals and churches are invited to participate in the annual "30 Days of Prayer" January 2-31, 2024. There will be greater Apostolic influence impacting the masses. Let's anticipate great revival, harvest, and success, as we allow "Apostolic Influence" to help turn the world upside down for the cause of Christ (Acts 17:6).

If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression, prayer is an exceptional tool. Jesus loves when we come to Him with our sorrows! However, don't hesitate to reach out to a professional, in addition to the spiritual leaders in your life. We have each other for a reason! For those battling suicidal thoughts an additional resource includes:

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255

The World Network of Prayer Presents 

24/7 WATCH: A Year-Round Initiative for 24/7 Prayer

As of January 1, 2023, WNOP has continued the 24/7 prayer and fasting chain worldwide. It has been such a great success in 2022 that it was requested again. Each week WNOP is posting a prayer focus as daily prayer for the entire week. Also, weekly a video is posted on the WNOP Facebook Page of a prayer leader and/or minister leading in periodic prayer.

Many people throughout the world have signed up by committing in their hearts unto God that they will consistently join together in united prayer and fasting. WNOP also has partnered with those in local churches who are already a part of a current 24-hour prayer chain. All of these hours of consecration are culminating to help provide a complete mass prayer covering over the entire Church body and to help bring greater success in all that we do in Christ! Together, let’s “watch and pray” and behold great and mighty things in the kingdom of God! Let’s prevail over the enemy with victory and declare, “Not on My Watch!”



Flo Shaw

WNOP Director

January 24/7 Personal Consecration (WEEK 4)

Personal Consecration: Worship



Following is the “24/7 Watch” daily prayer focus for this week. Join us in consistent prayer & fasting.

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WNOP Events

• 24/7 WATCH (January 1 – December 31)
• 30 Days of Prayer (January 2-31)
• **SoCal District Summons (January 4-6)
• **Hawaii District Prayer Conference: INOP (January 17-20)
• **ENA Regional Prayer Conference, Amman, Jordan (January 25-27)
• **New York Metro District Summons (January 25-27)
• **North Central Jersey District Prayer Conference (February 9-10)
• **South Carolina District Prayer Conference (February 22-24)
• Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (UPCI) (March 23-25)
• UPCI Ministers International Day of Prayer & Fasting: Purim (March 24-25)
• National Day of Prayer (May 2)
• **Rocky Mountain District Prayer Conference (May 17-18)
• Global Day of Prayer/Pentecost Sunday (May 19)
• 2024 WNOP International Summons, St. Charles, MO (June 13-15)
• *AYC (YM) Washington DC Trip (June 17-24)
• *AYC (YM) New York City, NY Trip (July 8-15)
• *AYC (YM) Alaska Trip (July 15-July 22)
• *AYC (YM) Long Beach, California Trip (July 22-29)
• *New England Territory Summons: RI (Host), MA, CT, NH, VT, & ME (August 15-17)
• **South Texas District Prayer Conference (TBA)
• UPCI Day of Prayer (September 25)
• UPCI Prodigals Day of Prayer (October 6)
• Day of Prayer: Persecuted Church (November 3)
• **Georgia District Prayer Conference (November 7-9)
• **Arkansas District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **Oklahoma District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• *San Diego “TNT” Prayer Conference (TBA)
• *New Orleans Regional Prayer Conference (TBD)
• *MAP Conference: ABI/ABC, St. Paul, MN (TBA)
• Ontario Sectional Prayer Summons (Various Dates)
• **Florida District Prayer Conference (TBA)
• **Wisconsin District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **Detroit Metro District Prayer Summons (TBD)
• Operation Turkey (TBA)
• *Operation Taiwan, Singapore, and Indonesia (TBD)
• YM + WNOP Summons (Rescheduled Dates TBD)
• **Northwest Regional Summons: RMD, AK/YT, BC, OR, WA, ID (TBA-2025)

Note: *Pending Executive Board approval. **Some events are International/District Board approved, but promoted by WNOP. Also, more 2024 event dates will be added to the WNOP Calendar later as approved by the Executive Board or submitted (District). For more info, please contact WNOP at 636-229-7986.