House of Prayer

City Harbor Church – Hampden, Baltimore, MD

My house will be called a house of prayer,” – Matthew 21:13

“Let them rejoice in My house of prayer.” – Isaiah 56:7

Why are we praying?

“Therefore, since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every hindrance and the sin that so easily ensnares us. Let us run with endurance the race that lies before us, 2 keeping our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. For the joy that lay before him, he endured the cross, despising the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

3 For consider him who endured such hostility from sinners against himself, so that you won’t grow weary and give up.” – Hebrews 12:1-3 CSB

Who are we praying to?

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For everything was created by him, in heaven and on earth, the visible and the invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities— all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and by him all things hold together. He is also the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile everything to himself, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.” – Colossians 1:15-20 CSB

Stations of Prayer

Repentance & Receiving

And forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us.—Matthew 6:12

This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel, says: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.—Isaiah 30:15

Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord .—Acts 3:19-20a

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.—Matthew 5:6

I lift my hands to you in prayer. I thirst for you as a parched land thirsts for rain.—Psalms 143:6

But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up into eternal life.—John 4:14

Abide & Be Still

Take time to rest in His presence. Breathe deeply. Think about who He is. Meditate on these verses. Listen! Make room for him to speak to you.

Remain in me and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me.—John 15:4

I have loved you even as the Father has loved me. Remain in my love.—John 15:9

Be still, and know that I am God.—Psalms 26:10

For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. with his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.—Zephaniah 3:17

It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.—Deut. 31:8

Thanksgiving

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name! – Psalm 100:4

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.—Philippians 4:6

Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18

Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! – Psalm 107:1

Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow. He chose to give birth to us by giving us his true word. And we, out of all creation, became his prized possession. – James 1:17-18

Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him. For the Lord is a great God, a great King above all gods. Psalm 95:2-3

Your Family

• Your spouse
• Your children
• Salvation for those far from God
• Forgiveness between family members
• Healing of brokenness
• Healing of severed connections & relationships
• That they might recognize who God is, how he loves them and the plans he has for them.
• Peace, grace, creativity and wisdom from the Holy Spirit in any conversations you have with family members.

Our Church

That we would be a “city set on a hill” (Matt. 5:14) that draws people into a “safe harbor” (Psalms 107:30)

• An abiding presence of God every time we meet whether on Sunday mornings, Life Group, one on one or just to be with each other.
• New levels of worship corporately and privately.
• Unity as a congregation

“I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you send me and that you love them as much as you love me.” – John 17:23

• Forgiveness and grace for each other.
• Other members: That they would experience the fullness of God for themselves, physical healing, protection & provision.
• Your Pastors, especially physical healing for Pastor Ben
• Creativity, wisdom and finances to reach our communities & city.

Baltimore

And work for the peace and prosperity of the city where I sent you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, for its welfare will determine your welfare.” – Jeremiah 29:7

• Peace: End of violence & murder
• Leadership: From our Governor to City Counsel Members
• City Schools: Students, Teachers, Leadership, Staff
• Police & Firefighters
• Other Churches
• Businesses
• Prosperity

Salvation & Revival

I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. This is good and pleases God our Savior, who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth. For, There is one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity—the man Christ Jesus. He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone.—1 Timothy 2:1-6

I have heard all about you, Lord. I am filled with awe by your amazing works. In this time of our deep need, help us again as you did in years gone by. And in your anger, remember your mercy – Jeremiah 29:7

If my people, who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.—2 Chronicles 7:14

• Salvation for your family members
• Salvation for your neighbors
• Salvation for Friends & Co-workers
• Revival in Baltimore
• Revival across the United States
• Revival across the entire Earth

Peace & End to Violence

I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.John 16:33

• Gaza & Israel
• Civil Wars: Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Iraq, Yemen, Syria, Somalia, Libya, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Myanmar, Colombia & Mali.
• Kansas City: Lasting peace after shootings during Super Bowl Parade
• Family members of Baltimore Paramedic Shaney Warehime who was murdered last week.
• The Church worldwide would be bringers of peace.

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.—Colossians 3:15

Encouragement: 2023 had an “historic drop” in homicides of almost 21% compared to 2022! First time below 300 homicides since 2015.