In this episode of the Made To Pray podcast, Karrilee and Lori explore the theme of finding peace amidst life's changes and challenges. They discuss the beauty of nature, the importance of trusting in God's timing, and the power of spoken prayer. The conversation emphasizes the significance of community in prayer and the need to surrender to God's peace. Listeners are encouraged to embrace God's presence and authority, and to actively release peace and protection in their lives.

Takeaways:

Finding peace in nature can be therapeutic.
Creation reflects the beauty of change and letting go.
Trusting in God's timing brings comfort during uncertainty.
Spoken prayer has the power to shift the atmosphere.
Community enhances the effectiveness of prayer.
Surrendering to God's peace is essential for rest.
Embracing God's presence brings authority in prayer.
Peace is a tangible gift from God.
We can wear peace like a protective blanket.
Using our voice in prayer is crucial for spiritual authority.

Chapters:

00:00 Finding Peace in Nature
06:19 Trusting God in Uncertainty
12:27 Surrendering to God's Peace
18:20 Embracing Peace in Our Lives
(Pray with us!)

We pray you get to tap into a bit of tangible Peace as we pray --as we did when we recorded! We are believing that Peace will show Himself to you this week in expected and unexpected ways!

Press in!
~Karrilee & Lori~

In this episode of the Made to Pray podcast, Karrilee and Lori discuss the theme of spiritual warfare and the importance of worship in navigating through life's challenges. They emphasize the need to center ourselves in Christ, maintain authenticity in our relationship with God, and the power of prayer and spoken word. The conversation encourages listeners to return to their first love and seek encounters with God through worship, while also highlighting the role of community in faith. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to pursue God intentionally and shake off distractions.

Takeaways:

• Spiritual warfare is a real and present challenge.
• Worship can serve as a powerful weapon against the enemy.
• Centering ourselves in Christ helps us navigate chaos.
• Authenticity in our relationship with God is crucial.
• Prayer and spoken word have the power to shift atmospheres.
• Returning to our first love can reignite our faith.
• Encounters with God often happen during worship.
• Community plays a vital role in our spiritual journey.
• Distractions can hinder our relationship with God.
• Intentionality in pursuing God is essential for growth.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Theme of Spiritual Warfare

06:14 - Centering Ourselves in Christ

12:02 - Navigating Distractions in Modern Life

18:04 -Pursuing God's Presence

28:34 - Returning to the Word: Deepening Our Study

33:49 - Pursuing Our First Love: Rekindling Our Relationship with Jesus

42:19 - Awakening to God: Overcoming Spiritual Apathy

48:22 - The Power of Prayer: Boldly Seeking God’s Will

Here are a few Spotify Playlists to encourage your worship this week:
The Names of God
Songs of Gratitude & Thankfulness
Worship for Fear/Anxiety
Pursuing His Presence

Have a blessed week!
We'll be back!
~Karrilee & Lori~

In this episode of the Made To Pray podcast, Karrilee & Lori discuss the importance of spiritual awareness, the need for church leadership to embrace boldness and authenticity, and the significance of creating a welcoming environment for newcomers. The conversation emphasizes the revival of discipleship, the necessity of genuine worship, and the power of God's presence in transforming lives. They encourage listeners to pray for their pastors and church communities, highlighting the collective need for unity and a fresh encounter with God.

Takeaways:

• Darkness is becoming more visible in society.
• We need to pray for church leaders to be bold.
• Connection and kindness in churches are crucial.
• Discipleship should be a priority in church culture.
• Authentic worship is essential for encountering God.
• People are seeking truth and purpose in their lives.
• The presence of God can transform hearts and lives.
• Churches should create spaces for extended worship.
• Pastors need to lead with authenticity and truth.
• Unity in the body of Christ is vital for revival.

Chapters:

00:00 - Awakening to Spiritual Realities

05:25 - The Importance of Connection in Church

11:11 - Cultivating a Culture of Prayer

18:52 - Creating Space for God's Presence

25:30 - The Call for True Houses of Worship

31:10 - Praying for Boldness in Leadership

36:42 - Resurgence of Community and Small Groups

42:57 - The Pursuit of Purity and Authenticity

48:33 - Encouragement to Pray for Leaders

Continue praying for your pastor and other churches and staffs in your area throughout this week with us! Share this episode with friends, leaders, and pastors you know who you think would be blessed! Don't forget to Like/Follow us on our social media accounts and leave us a Review wherever you listen to podcasts! It truly helps with the algorithm and puts our prayer podcast in front of new potential pray-ers!

Be blessed!
We'll be back next week!
~Karrilee & Lori~