Prayer Walking
If you'd like to try prayer walking, keep these ideas in mind.
• Begin by praying that God will be glorified in your neighborhood.
• Walk alone. Walking with a friend may be more fun, but you'll likely end up doing more talking than praying.
• Pray for needs you're aware of. For example, if you know a family is having marital problems, bring their marriage before the Lord as you walk past their home.
• Pray for opportunities to meet neighbors. Once you've met them, pray the relationship will thrive.
• When you notice a home for sale or rent, ask God to put the people of His choice there, and to prepare you for ministry to them.
• Warmly greet the people you see when you're out walking.
• Take your family with you occasionally. Your children will learn to pray, and your family life will be strengthened.
I haven't lost any weight since I started prayer walking, but I've gotten into better shape spiritually. I am more aware of needs in my neighborhood and have seen some positive results. Prayer walking is a low threat, no cost way to influence my neighborhood for Christ.
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6 Comments
Post a CommentLoved reading this. I just finished an article where I mention "Prayer Walking" with my dog. Thanks for the great ideas. :)
Sounds like a good way to relieve stress. Thanks for sharing. :-)
Thanks Rebecca. I know I could greatly benefit from this. Great article!
Wonderful advice!!!!!
Yea, I'm a pacer too at times. I love the prayer walking idea though! Makes more sense than pacing. Thanks!
I usually pace back and forth when I want to be praying for an extended period of time (inside a large room or hallway, though); I think it does help keep me focused.