SPIRITUAL GROWTH FOR GOSPEL IMPACT
The second stage of reaching your city with the gospel is by growing in your love for God through healthy Christian spirituality and love for your city. It’s important to engage in healthy spiritual disciplines as you prayerfully implement your strategy for evangelism and mission. Applying the gospel to yourself regularly and learning to look deeper into your fears and concerns helps you understand yourself and your love for people in your city.
BIBLE STUDY ON JONAH
The story of Jonah is a powerful reminder of God’s love for the people in your city and His desire to work through you to share the gospel. Take a moment to explore the linked Bible study.
PRAYERS OF DEEP LOVE FOR YOUR CITY
Prayer of Thanksgiving
“Gracious Father, I give You thanks for the city in which You have placed me, for its people, its neighborhoods, and its opportunities. Keep me mindful of Your goodness and mercy, and grant me hearts to love my neighbors as You have first loved me.”
Prayer for the Gospel to Bear Fruit
“Lord Jesus, by Your Holy Spirit, bless the proclamation of Your Word throughout my city. Bring repentance and faith to all who hear, and strengthen Your Church to serve faithfully, making disciples in every corner of this community.”
Prayer for Compassion and Service
“Holy Spirit, fill me with Your love so that I may see others through Your eyes. Guide my words and actions, that I may serve my neighbors in mercy and truth, reflecting Christ’s compassion in practical ways.”
Prayer for Vocational Faithfulness
“Almighty God, bless the work You have given me in my home, workplace, and community. Let all I do reflect Your grace and point others to the forgiveness and salvation found in Jesus Christ alone.”
Prayer of Surrender and Hope
“Lord, I entrust my city and its people into Your hands. Sustain Your Church, protect Your people, and bring all things to Your promised fulfillment. May Your mercy and love be known, and may Your kingdom come through the faithful witness of Your servants.”
