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Commend Yourself to the Grace of God

Conclusion 6.3 | NASB

I may then recommend myself to the conduct, protection, and government of the divine grace, in the further services that lie before me and in the whole course of my life.

And now, let me be enabled to go from strength to strength, until I appear before God in Zion; and while I pass through the valley of Baca, let it be made a spring, and let the rain of divine grace cover it with blessings. Psalm 84:6-7(NASB)

Now speak, LORD, for Your servant is listening. 1 Samuel 3:9(NASB) What has my Lord to say to His servant? Joshua 5:14(NASB) Grant that I may not turn away my ear from listening to the law, for then my prayers would be an abomination; Proverbs 28:9(NASB) but may I listen to God, that He may listen to me. Judges 9:7(NASB)

And now, may the LORD my God be with me, as He was with my fathers in the faith; may He not leave me or forsake me, that He may incline my heart to Himself, to walk in all His ways and to keep His commandments and His statutes and His ordinances. 1 Kings 8:57-58(NASB) And let my heart be wholly devoted to the LORD my God all my days, 1 Kings 8:61(NASB) and continue so till the end; that then I may enter into rest and may rise again for my allotted portion, and let it be a blessed portion at the end of the days. Daniel 12:13(NASB)

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Beg for the Forgiveness of What has been Amiss in your Prayers

Conclusion 6.2 | NASB

I may then beg for the forgiveness of what has been amiss in my prayers.

Lord, I have not prayed as I should: Romans 8:26(NASB) who is there who continually does good and never sins? Ecclesiastes 7:20(NASB) Even when I want to do good, evil is present in me, Romans 7:21(NASB) and if the willing is present in me, yet the doing of the good is not: For the good that I want, I do not do; Romans 7:18-19(NASB) so that You might justly refuse to listen, even though I multiply prayers. Isaiah 1:15(NASB) But I have a great High Priest, who takes away the iniquity of the holy things which the sons of Israel consecrate, with regard to all their holy gifts; Exodus 28:38(NASB) for his sake, take away all that iniquity from all your people, even all the iniquity of my holy things, and receive me graciously, Hosea 14:2(NASB) and love me freely, Hosea 14:4(NASB) and do not do with me according to my folly. Job 42:8(NASB)

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Beg for the Acceptance of your Prayers for Christ’s Sake

Conclusion 6.1 | NASB

I may then beg for the audience and acceptance of my poor weak prayers for Christ’s sake.

Now may the God of Israel grant my petitions that I have asked of Him. 1 Samuel 1:17(NASB)

Let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14(NASB)

Let Your eyes be open to the supplication of Your servant and to the supplication of Your people Israel, to listen to them whenever they call to You, for they are Your people and Your inheritance. 1 Kings 8:51-52(NASB)

O my God, let Your ears be attentive to the prayers that I have offered: 2 Chronicles 6:40(NASB) O do not turn away the face of Your Anointed; remember Your lovingkindness to Your servant David, 2 Chronicles 6:42(NASB) even Jesus, who is at Your right hand interceding for me. Romans 8:34(NASB)

Lord, You have assured me that whatever I ask the Father in Christ’s name, You will give it to me. John 16:23(NASB) I ask all these things in that name, that powerful name which is above every name; Philippians 2:9(NASB) that precious name which is like purified oil. Song of Solomon 1:3(NASB) O make Your face to shine on me, Numbers 6:25(NASB) for the Lord’s sake, Daniel 9:17(NASB) who is the Son of Your love, Matthew 17:5(NASB) and whom You always hear. John 11:42(NASB) Good Lord, enable me to listen to Him, and be well-pleased with me in Him. Matthew 17:5(NASB)

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Introduction and Comprehensive Petitions

Conclusion 6.0 | NASB

Of the Conclusion of My Prayers

I am commanded to pray always, Luke 21:36(NASB) to pray continually, 1 Thessalonians 5:17(NASB) to devote myself to prayer, Colossians 4:2(NASB) because I must always have in myself a disposition to the duty, must be constant in it, and never grow weary of it or give it up; and yet, I cannot be always praying, I must come down from this mount. Nor may I be over long, so as to make the duty a task or toil to myself or those who join with me. I have other work that calls for my attendance. Jacob wrestles with the angel, but he must go for the day breaks. Genesis 32:24(NASB) I must therefore think of concluding. The prayers of David, the son of Jesse, must be ended. Psalm 72:20(NASB) But how shall I conclude so as to have the impressions of the duty kept always in the imagination of the thought of my heart?

I may then sum up my requests in some comprehensive petitions, as the conclusion of the whole matter.

Now the God of peace, who brought up from the dead the great Shepherd of the sheep through the blood of the eternal covenant, even Jesus the Lord, equip me in every good thing to do His will, working in me that which is pleasing in His sight, through Christ Jesus. Hebrews 13:20-21(NASB)

Now may the Lord direct my heart into the love of God and into the steadfastness of Christ. 2 Thessalonians 3:5(NASB)

And the God of all grace, who has called me to His eternal glory in Christ, after I have suffered for a little while, perfect, confirm, strengthen, and establish me. 1 Peter 5:10(NASB)

And now, Lord, what do I wait for? Truly my hope is in You; Psalm 39:7(NASB) and on You do I depend to be to me God Almighty, a God all-sufficient. Genesis 17:1(NASB)

Do for me far more abundantly beyond all that I am able to ask or think, according to the power that works within me: Ephesians 3:20(NASB) and supply all my needs according to Your riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(NASB)

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Pray for the Rich and the Poor, your Enemies and your Friends

Intercession 5.20 | NASB

For those who are rich and prosperous in the world, some of whom perhaps need prayers as much as those who request them.

Lord, keep those who are rich in this present world from being conceited and fixing their hope on the uncertainty of riches, and give them to trust in God, who richly supplies everyone with all things to enjoy: That they may do good and be rich in good works, generous and ready to share; that they may store up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future. 1 Timothy 6:17-19(NASB)

Though it is hard for those who are rich to enter into the kingdom of heaven, Matthew 19:24(NASB) yet with You this is possible. Matthew 19:26(NASB)

For those who are poor and in affliction, for such there will always be in this world.

Lord, make those who are poor in the world rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, James 2:5(NASB) and give to them to receive the gospel.

O that the afflicted of the flock may wait upon You and may know the word of the LORD. Zechariah 11:11(NASB)

Many are the afflictions of the righteous; good Lord, deliver them out of them all. Psalm 34:19(NASB) And though no affliction for the moment seems to be joyful, but sorrowful; nevertheless, afterwards let it yield the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Hebrews 12:11(NASB)

For my enemies and those who hate me.

Lord, give me to love my enemies, to bless those who curse me, and to pray for those who despitefully use me and persecute me. Matthew 5:44(KJV)

Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing; Luke 23:34(NASB) and do not hold their malice against them; Acts 7:60(NASB) and work in me a disposition to bear with others and forgive in love, Colossians 3:13(NASB) as You require I should whenever I pray. Mark 11:25(NASB)

And grant that my ways may be so pleasing to the LORD, that even my enemies may be at peace with me. Proverbs 16:7(NASB)

Let the wolf and the lamb lie down together, Isaiah 11:6(NASB) and let there be none to hurt or destroy in all Your holy mountain; Isaiah 11:9(NASB) let not Ephraim be jealous of Judah, nor Judah harass Ephraim. Isaiah 11:13(NASB)

For my friends and those who love me.

And I wish for all those whom I love in truth, that in all respects they may prosper and be in good health; I especially pray that their souls may prosper. 3 John 1:2(NASB)

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with their spirits. Philemon 1:25(NASB)

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Pray for the Young and the Old

Intercession 5.19 | NASB

For the several ages and conditions of men, as they stand in need of mercy and grace.

For those who are young and setting out in the world.

Lord, give to those who are young to remember their Creator in the days of their youth; Ecclesiastes 12:1(NASB) that thereby they may be kept from the vanity which childhood and youth are subject to, and may be restrained from following the impulses of their heart and the desires of their eyes, by considering that God will bring them to judgment for all these things. Ecclesiastes 11:9(NASB)

Lord, make young people sensible; Titus 2:6(NASB) and let the word of God abide in them, that they may be strong and may overcome the evil one. 1 John 2:14(NASB)

From the womb of the dawn, may Your youth be to You as the dew; Psalm 110:3(NASB) and let Christ be formed in the hearts of those who are young. Galatians 4:19(NASB)

Keep those who are setting out in the world from the corruption that is in the world by lust; 2 Peter 1:4(NASB) and give to those who have been well-educated, to retain the standard of sound words, 2 Timothy 1:13(NASB) and to continue in the things they have learned. 2 Timothy 3:14(NASB)

For those who are old and of long standing in profession.

There are some who are disciples of Jesus Christ of long standing; Acts 21:16(NASB) Lord, give them still to yield fruit in old age, to declare that the LORD is upright, that He is their Rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him. Psalm 92:14-15(NASB)

Now the evil days have come and the years of which they say there is no delight in them; Ecclesiastes 12:1(NASB) let Your consolations delight their souls. Psalm 94:19(NASB)

Even to their old age be the same, and to their graying years bear those whom You have made; I beg You, carry, yes, bear and deliver them. Isaiah 46:4(NASB)

Those whom You have taught from their youth up and to whom You still declare Your wondrous deeds, now, also, when they are old and gray, do not forsake them; Psalm 71:17-18(NASB) do not cast them off in their time of old age; do not forsake them when their strength fails. Psalm 71:9(NASB)

Let every gray head be a crown of glory to those who have it, being found in the way of righteousness, Proverbs 16:31(NASB) and give them to know whom they have believed. 2 Timothy 1:12(NASB)

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Pray for the Educational Institutions and Common Citizens of your Nation

Intercession 5.18 | NASB

For all the universities, schools, and nurseries of learning.

Let the schools of the prophets be replenished with every good thing given and every perfect gift from above, from the Father of lights. James 1:17(NASB)

Throw salt into these fountains and purify its waters, 2 Kings 2:21(NASB) so that from them may issue streams which will make glad the city of God, the holy dwelling places of the Most High. Psalm 46:4(NASB)

For the common people of the land.

Give grace to all the subjects of this land, that they may, under the government God has set over this nation, lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity, 1 Timothy 2:2(NASB) dwelling together in unity, Psalm 133:1(NASB) that the Lord may command a blessing upon His people – life forever. Psalm 133:3(NASB)

Let everyone of every denomination that fears God and does what is right, be welcomed to Him; Acts 10:35(NASB) yes, let such as love Your salvation say continually, “The LORD be magnified, who delights in the prosperity of His servants.” Psalm 35:27(NASB)

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Pray for the Ministers of God’s Holy Word and Sacraments

Intercession 5.17 | NASB

For all the ministers of God’s holy word and sacraments, the masters of assemblies.

Teach Your ministers how they ought to behave themselves in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, 1 Timothy 3:15(NASB) that they may not preach themselves but Christ Jesus as Lord, 2 Corinthians 4:5(NASB) and may be diligent to present themselves approved to God, workmen who do not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15(NASB)

Make them mighty in the Scriptures, Acts 18:24(NASB) that from them they may be equipped for every good work, 2 Timothy 3:17(NASB) with purity in doctrine, dignified, and sound in speech which is beyond reproach. Titus 2:7-8(NASB)

Enable them to give attention to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation and teaching; 1 Timothy 4:13(NASB) to take pains with these things, 1 Timothy 4:15(NASB) to devote themselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word; Acts 6:4(NASB) to be absorbed in them and to persevere in them, that they may ensure salvation both for themselves and for those who hear them. 1 Timothy 4:15-16(NASB)

Let utterance be given to them in the opening of their mouths, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, that they may speak as they ought to speak, Ephesians 6:19-20(NASB) as adequate ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; 2 Corinthians 3:6(NASB) and let them by the mercy of the Lord be trustworthy. 1 Corinthians 7:25(NASB)

Let the arms of their hands be made agile by the hands of the Mighty One of Jacob; Genesis 49:24(NASB) and let them be full of power – with the Spirit of the Lord of hosts – Micah 3:8(NASB) to declare to Your people their transgressions, and to the house of Jacob their sins. Isaiah 58:1(NASB)

Make them sound in the faith, Titus 1:13(NASB) and enable them always to speak the things which are fitting for sound doctrine, Titus 2:1(NASB) with gentleness correcting those who are in opposition; and let not the Lord’s bond-servants be quarrelsome but kind to all, able to teach. 2 Timothy 2:24-25(NASB)

Make them good examples to the believers in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity; 1 Timothy 4:12(NASB) and let them purify themselves who carry the vessels of the LORD, Isaiah 52:11(NASB) and let HOLY TO THE LORD be written upon their foreheads. Exodus 28:36(NASB)

Lord, grant that they may not toil in vain or spend their strength for nothing and vanity, Isaiah 49:4(NASB) but let the hand of the Lord be with them, that many may believe and turn to the Lord. Acts 11:21(NASB)

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Pray for your Judges and Judicial Rulers

Intercession 5.16 | NASB

For the magistrates, the judges, and justices of peace in the several counties and corporations.

Make those who rule over my nation righteous, ruling in the fear of God; 2 Samuel 23:3(NASB) and let those who judge remember that they do not judge for man but for the LORD, who is with them when they render judgment, that therefore the fear of the LORD may be upon them. 2 Chronicles 19:6-7(NASB)

Make them able men and men of truth, men who fear God and hate dishonest gain, Exodus 18:21(NASB) that justice may roll down like waters and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. Amos 5:24(NASB)

Enable my nation’s magistrates to vindicate the weak and fatherless, to do justice to the afflicted and destitute, to rescue the weak and needy, and to deliver them out of the hand of the wicked; Psalm 82:3-4(NASB) and let rulers never be a terror to good works, but to the evil. Romans 13:4(NASB)

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Pray for all who are Employed in the Conduct of Public Affairs

Intercession 5.15 | NASB

For the advisers, cabinet members, members of Congress or Parliament, the ambassadors and envoys abroad, and all who are employed in the conduct of public affairs.

Counsel my nation’s counselors, and teach its elders wisdom: Psalm 105:22(NASB) O give them a spirit of wisdom and understanding, a spirit of counsel and strength, a spirit of knowledge and the fear of the LORD, to make them delight in the fear of the LORD. Isaiah 11:2-3(NASB)

O do not deprive the trusted ones of speech nor take away the discernment of the elders, Job 12:20(NASB) nor ever let the things which make for the nation’s peace be hidden from the eyes of those who are instructed with the nation’s counsels. Luke 19:42(NASB)

Make it to appear that You take Your stand in Your own congregation and judge in the midst of the rulers, Psalm 82:1(NASB) and that when the princes of the people assemble themselves as the people of the God of Abraham, the God of Abraham Himself is among them; and let the shields of the earth belong to the Lord, that He may be highly exalted. Psalm 47:9(NASB)

Let there be those from among my nation who rebuild the ancient ruins and raise up the age-old foundations, that they may be called the repairers of the breaches and restorers of the streets in which to dwell. Isaiah 58:12(NASB)