Impact Prayer Ministry Podcasts

Encouragement and Prayer: Serving! (4/29/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Serving! (4/29/24)

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This is the audio from the April 29, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.” 
Romans 12:7-8 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will focus on talking with God about the individual work He calls each person to, and ask for His help in finding our own task even as we value the unique tasks of others.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it also involves each person doing the task God calls them to.  God calls all who take on the name of Christ, as Christian, to be workers in His kingdom!  For the body of Christ to function effectively, each member must do their part.  Pray that you would seek to accomplish your tasks by the power of God’s Spirit rather than in your own strength.  Pray that God would help you value the work He does through others, whether that work is similar to what you do or vastly different.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Mark 10:45 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you know the “good works” God created in advance for you to do.  Ask God to help you understand your task when it comes to serving Him in the way you serve others.  Pray that God would help you see, and do, your part in serving the physical needs of the church property and of one another.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Building For Revival: A TASK For Everyone! (Sermon Audio)
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Building For Revival: A TASK For Everyone! (Sermon Audio)

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This is the audio from the April 28, 2024 sermon, “Building For Revival: A TASK For Everyone!”, shared by Tom Lemler at the Deer Run Church of Christ.

Text: Nehemiah 3

“If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.” 
Romans 12:7-8 (NIV)

This morning’s message continued a series from the book of Nehemiah about Building For Revival.  As with any construction project, building for revival takes a lot of work.  As God began to prepare His people for revival, a man named Nehemiah sat with God for the purpose of knowing, and getting on board with, God’s plan.  So much work, in fact, that we can’t do it alone so Nehemiah first asked for help from God and then from the King.  As Nehemiah arrived in Jerusalem and began to prepare the city and the people for revival, it was obvious that accomplishing God’s plan would require participation from everyone.  In this message, we see the preparation for revival taking place as Nehemiah sets forth a . . .

  • Territory for everyone: — Nehemiah 3, 2 Corinthians 10:16

    • The work of revival within our own life, and within the life of a church family, requires that we recognize the importance of where we are.  As we look through the third chapter of Nehemiah, the same story is told over an over again as people understood the territory they were responsible for and went to work in that place.  As each of us go about life, we have a territory which is ours to live in, to work in, and to share Jesus in.  Some aspects of our territory may be unique to us so it is important that we are found faithful in that territory so the work of revival can be complete.

  • Activity for everyone: — Nehemiah 3, 2 Corinthians 10:15

    • The work of revival within our own life, and within the life of a church family, requires that we recognize the importance of each person doing something.  As with the territory, we see each individual and family in this chapter of Nehemiah busy with activity which is both similar and unique in comparison to the activity of others.  The activity is based on what needs done and on how God wants the finished result to appear.  Our activity towards revival will always lead us to a position of bearing fruit rather than a position of just being busy.  As we learn from God what needs done in the place where we are, we connect with an activity which helps build for revival.

  • Service for everyone: — Nehemiah 3, 2 Corinthians 10:17

    • The work of revival within our own life, and within the life of a church family, requires that we recognize the importance of serving others with our activity where we are.  The very nature of the repairs being made by the people was for the good of the entire city.  While the people worked within a specific territory, their work wasn’t solely for their own benefit but rather it was done to provide protection and unity to everyone.  When we take on the nature of Jesus and seek to become servant of all rather than be served, we grow an atmosphere for revival in our own life and in the life our our church family.

  • Kingdom for everyone: — Nehemiah 3, 2 Corinthians 10:18

    • The work of revival within our own life, and within the life of a church family, requires that we approach all that we do with a mindset that God’s kingdom is for everyone.  This kingdom is for all who would call upon the name of the Lord.  This calling upon the name of the Lord is more than a verbal agreement that God exists, rather it is an acknowledgement that He is King of our life.  While it is possible for people to reject God’s kingdom, and many do, He does not exclude any who would come to Him in faith as they repent of sin and choose to live a cleansed life through the blood of Jesus.

Today, how will you participate in your part of the TASK for everyone?

Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Distant! (4/26/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Distant! (4/26/24)

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This is the audio from the April 26, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will be about learning to ask for help as we build for revival.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it often begins with our recognition that we need help.  It is in the most difficult of times that we often learn most clearly what our needs really are — and where our real help must come from.  Pray that you would keep your eyes fixed on Him as you seek the help you need.  Pray for the ability to notice His hand at work in all of the help you receive, and in all of the help you give to others.  Pray that God would meet your needs according to His riches in glory.  Pray for the humility to both request and accept help from God through others and to give help from God to others.  Pray that your testimony of God’s goodness and help would be clear and visible as you “do your good works so that people see them and glorify your Father in heaven.”

“Hear my prayer, O LORD, listen to my cry for help; be not deaf to my weeping.  For I dwell with you as an alien, a stranger, as all my fathers were.”
Psalm 39:12 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you.  Pray for a greater practice and desire to draw near to God, especially at times when you feel distant.  Pray for a confidence in knowing that God hears you and responds to you when you call out to Him from wherever you are.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Needing Protection! (4/25/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Needing Protection! (4/25/24)

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This is the audio from the April 25, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will be about learning to ask for help as we build for revival.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it often begins with our recognition that we need help.  It is in the most difficult of times that we often learn most clearly what our needs really are — and where our real help must come from.  Pray that you would keep your eyes fixed on Him as you seek the help you need.  Pray for the ability to notice His hand at work in all of the help you receive, and in all of the help you give to others.  Pray that God would meet your needs according to His riches in glory.  Pray for the humility to both request and accept help from God through others and to give help from God to others.  Pray that your testimony of God’s goodness and help would be clear and visible as you “do your good works so that people see them and glorify your Father in heaven.”

“We wait in hope for the LORD; he is our help and our shield.”
Psalm 33:20 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you.  Pray that God would fill you with great hope as you wait for Him to act with perfect timing.  Pray for God’s presence within you to be the shield of protection you need.  Pray that your patient endurance would be rewarded by a protection that can only come from God.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Mercy Is Needed! (4/24/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Mercy Is Needed! (4/24/24)

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This is the audio from the April 24, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will be about learning to ask for help as we build for revival.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it often begins with our recognition that we need help.  It is in the most difficult of times that we often learn most clearly what our needs really are — and where our real help must come from.  Pray that you would keep your eyes fixed on Him as you seek the help you need.  Pray for the ability to notice His hand at work in all of the help you receive, and in all of the help you give to others.  Pray that God would meet your needs according to His riches in glory.  Pray for the humility to both request and accept help from God through others and to give help from God to others.  Pray that your testimony of God’s goodness and help would be clear and visible as you “do your good works so that people see them and glorify your Father in heaven.”

“Hear, O LORD, and be merciful to me; O LORD, be my help.”
Psalm 30:10 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you.  Pray for a greater realization of just how much you are in need of God’s mercy.  Pray that a proper understanding of what you do, and what you don’t, deserve would fill you with gratitude for God’s mercy.  Pray with thanksgiving for a God who hears and is merciful in your time of need.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Weak! (4/23/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Weak! (4/23/24)

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This is the audio from the April 23, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will be about learning to ask for help as we build for revival.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it often begins with our recognition that we need help.  It is in the most difficult of times that we often learn most clearly what our needs really are — and where our real help must come from.  Pray that you would keep your eyes fixed on Him as you seek the help you need.  Pray for the ability to notice His hand at work in all of the help you receive, and in all of the help you give to others.  Pray that God would meet your needs according to His riches in glory.  Pray for the humility to both request and accept help from God through others and to give help from God to others.  Pray that your testimony of God’s goodness and help would be clear and visible as you “do your good works so that people see them and glorify your Father in heaven.”

“But you, O LORD, be not far off; O my Strength, come quickly to help me.”
Psalm 22:19 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you.  Pray that you would always turn to God for help, but especially so when you recognize your own weakness.  Pray for an awareness of God’s nearness to you when you feel you can go no further.  Pray that you would know the perfect timing of God’s help when you need His strength.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Distressed! (4/22/24)
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Encouragement and Prayer: Help When Distressed! (4/22/24)

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This is the audio from the April 22, 2024 live social media broadcast of encouragement and prayer by Impact Prayer Ministry’s director, Tom Lemler.

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This week’s prayer emphasis will be about learning to ask for help as we build for revival.  The work of revival is accomplished by the power of God through His Spirit and His Word, but it often begins with our recognition that we need help.  It is in the most difficult of times that we often learn most clearly what our needs really are — and where our real help must come from.  Pray that you would keep your eyes fixed on Him as you seek the help you need.  Pray for the ability to notice His hand at work in all of the help you receive, and in all of the help you give to others.  Pray that God would meet your needs according to His riches in glory.  Pray for the humility to both request and accept help from God through others and to give help from God to others.  Pray that your testimony of God’s goodness and help would be clear and visible as you “do your good works so that people see them and glorify your Father in heaven.”

“In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help.  From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.”
Psalm 18:6 (NIV)

As you pray this week, ask God to help you.  Pray that God would remove the stress from your distress as you cry out to Him for help.  Pray for the confidence in knowing that God has heard your prayers and His help is on the way.

You can find the live video feeds of these encouragement and prayer times on Impact Prayer Ministry’s Facebook page.

In prayer,
Tom

Building For Revival: Ask For HELP! (Sermon Audio)
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Building For Revival: Ask For HELP! (Sermon Audio)

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This is the audio from the April 21, 2024 sermon, “Building For Revival: Ask For HELP!”, shared by Tom Lemler at the Deer Run Church of Christ.

Text: Nehemiah 2

“I lift up my eyes to the hills — where does my help come from?  My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
Psalm 121:1-2 (NIV)

This morning’s message continued a series from the book of Nehemiah about Building For Revival.  As with any construction project, building for revival takes a lot of work.  As God began to prepare His people for revival, a man named Nehemiah sat with God for the purpose of knowing, and getting on board with, God’s plan.  When we choose to join with God in His plan, it should become apparent we can’t build alone.  Revival comes when we are willing to humble ourselves and not only realize our need for help, but be willing to ask for help.  As we pursue God’s plan for revival, we discover a need to ask for . . .

  • Hearing: — Nehemiah 2:1-6, 1 John 5:14

    • I suspect that Nehemiah may have struggled greatly with how to gain a hearing with the king.  In fact, as chapter one ends we see Nehemiah asking God to grant him favor with the king.  When the opportunity came for Nehemiah to talk to the king about what God had put on his heart, Nehemiah was more concerned about hearing from God than he was about being heard.  As important as it is for us to know a God who hears us, when it comes to being revived it is more important that we learn to ask for God’s help in us hearing Him.

  • Equipping: — Nehemiah 2:7-9, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

    • As Nehemiah asked to hear God, there was a recognition that he needed help from a God who could equip him for the task at hand.  While it may appear that the king was the one equipping Nehemiah, we must always remember Nehemiah was confident this help came from God alone.  As we desire revival, and build for it, we must discover the power of God’s Word which He says is powerful enough to thoroughly equip every one of us for every good work.

  • Learning: — Nehemiah 2:11-16, Psalm 25:4-5

    • When Nehemiah arrived in Jerusalem to begin the work God had set upon his heart to do, he discovered a need to move from stories to reality in learning about the work that would be required.  He set out in relative secrecy to allow God to influence his observations so that he would not be distracted by the human history of setbacks and failures.  Our pursuit of revival gains traction when we choose to learn from God the very things which He can and will do.  We find the help we need when we learn the ways of God are not just good suggestions, but the only way to experience the fullness of life eternal.

  • Protection: — Nehemiah 2:17-20, 2 Thessalonians 3:3

    • We learn from Nehemiah that hearing God, being equipped by God, and learning from God does not automatically add up to no opposition.  In fact, Jesus made it clear that as His followers we would face trouble in this world.  More often than not, the protection we are quick to ask for is a physical protection that shows more concern for the body than for the spirit.  When we learn to ask for, and claim, protection from the evil one, we don’t necessarily escape the troubles of this world but we find help in living the life of faithfulness God desires for each of us to live.

Today, how will you ask for HELP?