Encouragement and Prayer: A Worthy Life! (4/27/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Worthy Life! (4/27/26)

This is the audio from the April 27, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“Jesus said to him, ‘Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham.  For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.’”
Luke 19:9-10 (NIV)

This week’s prayer focus is on the life we have in Christ.  Most of us have things that we protect and value because of the worth that we have given them.  We may even have things that we like to display for others to admire and appreciate because of how much they mean to us.  Nothing should have more value to us, or be appreciated in a greater way, than the life we have in Christ.  Pray that you would know and practice appropriate ways to not only protect that treasure, but to display it in ways that attract others to Jesus.  Pray about how God would have you reflect the nature of Jesus in seeking the lost in order to share with them about the life which can be found in  Christ.  Pray for a growing understanding, and practice, of the full life Jesus brings to all who come to Him.

“And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God.”
Colossians 1:10 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you more fully understand the treasure that has been given through the eternal life you have in Christ.  Pray that your life would bear good fruit because of the life you have in Christ.  Pray that you would live a worthy life through the fruit God produces in you.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Lessons From the Road: A Road of LIFE! (Sermon Audio)

Lessons From the Road: A Road of LIFE! (Sermon Audio)

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This is the audio from the April 26, 2026 sermon, “Lessons From the Road: A Road of LIFE!”, shared by Tom Lemler at the Deer Run Church of Christ.

Luke 19:1-10

 

“Jesus said to him, ‘Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham.  For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.’”
Luke 19:9-10 (NIV)

As we join others in walking the road with Jesus, He guides us on a road of . . .

  • LookingLuke 19:1-4

    • The road of life is found by those who look for it with a whole heart.  While Jesus did come to seek and save the lost, He does so by presenting Himself as the Way, the Truth, and the Life to all who would look for Him and to Him.  We must ask ourselves on a regular basis what it is we’re looking for.  We must look for Jesus with such intention and focus that nothing would stop us and now excuse would shift our focus away from Him. 
  • Invitation:  Luke 19:5

    • The road of life involves an invitation, but it is not our invitation to Jesus but rather His invitation to us.  While Zacchaeus did whatever was necessary for him to see Jesus, it was Jesus who invited Himself to the home of Zacchaeus.  Our response to the invitation of Jesus to come and dwell in us ought to be a resounding yes! 
  • Fellowship:  Luke 19:6-7

    • The road of life leads us into fellowship with Christ and with one another.  It is this recognition of our great need for a Savior which leads us into common ground with others who also need a Savior.  Jesus brings life to all who would walk in fellowship with Him.
  • Expression:  Luke 19:8-10

    • The road of of life will result in an expression of our faith that gets noticed.  In all of the looking, invitation, and fellowship, Zacchaeus realized that his encounter with Jesus was to be transformational.  There is no record of Jesus commanding Zacchaeus to respond with his wealth in a certain way, Zacchaeus responded out of love towards a God who came to seek and save him.

 

Today, how will you walk with Jesus on this road of LIFE?

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Encouragement! (4/25/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Encouragement! (4/25/26)

This is the audio from the bonus Saturday, April 25, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.”
Romans 15:4 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray that  God’s Word would be an encouragement to you in any changes He wants to do in your life.  Pray that you would use God’s Word for teaching in ways which encourage others to embrace the changes they need.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Gentleness! (4/24/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Gentleness! (4/24/26)

This is the audio from the April 24, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.”
Philippians 4:5 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray for a spirit of gentleness to guide you as you experience God’s gentleness in the changes He makes in your life.  Pray that your gentleness with others would be evident as you allow time for God to work in their life.  Pray that a constant awareness of God’s presence would help you be gentle with others.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Notice! (4/23/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Notice! (4/23/26)

This is the audio from the April 23, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“The king is familiar with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner.”
Acts 26:26 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray for a heart and mind that pays attention to necessary changes in your life and in the lives of others.  Pray that the changes brought about by God in your life would help others to notice Him.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Action! (4/22/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Action! (4/22/26)

This is the audio from the April 22, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed.”
1 Peter 1:13 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray that you would be responsive to God with a willingness to think and act according to His will.  Pray for an understanding of how your thoughts determine your actions so that you would live with grace-filled deeds.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Humility! (4/21/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Humility! (4/21/26)

This is the audio from the April 21, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.”
Philippians 2:3 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray for a spirit of humility which guides your willingness to change.  Pray for the humility necessary to allow for godly changes to take place in others.  Ask God to help you consider the needs of others as He uses you to accomplish change.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Conviction! (4/20/26)

Encouragement and Prayer: A Road of Conviction! (4/20/26)

This is the audio from the April 20, 2026 social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

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“And he said: ‘I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”
Matthew 18:3 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on encountering Jesus on the road of change.  A pursuit of God, and His pursuit of us, should lead us to a place where our need for a transformation of heart, mind, body, and soul is obvious.  God isn’t bringing change into our life simply for the sake of change, He brings change because we need it!  Just as our encounter with Jesus changes us, we must anticipate that the same transforming power of Jesus will change others.  Pray for the wisdom to know what God wants to change in your life, and the courage to be receptive to that change.  Pray that you would have patience with God, with yourself, and with others as the process of change takes place according to God’s will and timing.  Pray also for wisdom in knowing the things to remain steadfast in which shouldn’t change.  Pray for a daily desire to be more like Christ.

“For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction.”
1 Thessalonians 1:4-5 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you walk a road of change with Jesus.  Pray that you would be responsive to the conviction of God’s Spirit.  Pray that God would help you live by His power.  Ask God to help you live as one chosen by Him.

You can find the live video feeds of previous encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page or subscribe to the audio from the Tom’s Treasure podcast channel.

In prayer,
Tom