When you hear the word “intercessor,” what comes to mind?
A confusing, Christianese title that seems like it’s only for the “deep” believers?
Some stuffy, old school saint who ain’t the kindest but can rattle of Bible verses like a machine gun?
The practice of prayer isn’t something that comes easy to everyone.
In fact, it may actually seem intimidating, difficult or boring.
When I sensed God nudging me to tread deeper into prayer by learning about the lost art of intercession, I’d reluctantly drag my feet to do so.
I realized my hesitation to accept his invitation was because somewhere along the way, I picked up this lie that prayer was serious business and heavy duty work.
So to replace the dread of prayer with joy, our community walked through the book The Happy Intercessor.
Through this book (along with our 12 life-giving discussions,) we’ve discovered…
how to pray from God’s heart
unlocking the joy of Jesus in our lives
understanding the untapped power + authority over darkness Jesus gives every believer
maintaining soul rest (even when life is chaotic)
prayer strategies that go beyond words + bring breakthrough
the beauty + confidence that comes with having like-minded sisters-in-Christ in your corner
This Worthy Crew Book Club pick is about intertwining the depth and endurance of a praying grandmother with the adventure, joy and childlikeness Jesus calls us to have.
I'm confident God's been already calling + inviting you to delve deeper into him. Take this as your sign, and let's go together!
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The Happy Intercessor – Discussion Sessions
SESSION 1: Esther & The DNA of Intercession
Gone are the days of sitting on the sidelines, thinking prayer + acts of justice are somebody else’s job. The King is calling, but will you answer? It’s time for women to get in position and live activated lives as intercessors.
Session 2: How to Pray from God’s Heart
What if there’s MORE BEAUTY + JOY to prayer than we’ve known?
In this session, we discuss what it means to pray from God’s heart + how to capture the heart of heaven.
Session 3: Keys to Praying from Victory
We’re on the winning team!
In this session, we unpack praying from a posture of victory, and why having heaven’s perspective is necessary for effective prayer.
Session 4: Having the Right Heart for Prayer
Is your heart in the right place? That’s rarely a question we think through when we come to God in prayer. But in this talk, we discuss praying from fear vs. faith.
Session 5: Owning Your Territory
When we have easily affected hearts that aren’t careless or calloused toward brokenness, we can be the very ones God used to bring his solutions! In this talk, we discuss how our emotions are key to owning our place in the kingdom.
Session 6: Living in the Fullness of Joy
When we think of joy, do we automatically think of Jesus? In this discussion, we talk about the joy of Jesus and how we can live from his posture, even in the midst of suffering + difficulties.
Session 7: Fixing Our Eyes on Heaven
There are 3 realms that are simultaneously shaping our reality, but what does it look like to live from God’s realm? In this session, we discuss the power + necessity of living on earth with our eyes fixed on Heaven.
Session 8: Ruling the Airways
Friend, when you look at the current state of your life, your family, your city + nation…how hopeful are you?
In this session, we discussed how we can cultivate hope + resist disappointment in our prayer life, and utilize the power and authority our position in Christ grants us over darkness.
Session 9: Worship is Your Weapon
When we’re zoomed in on God, every other problem becomes minor. In this session, we’re talking about how worship can be one of the mightiest weapons of spiritual warfare.
Session 10: Rest Over Striving
Resting In God’s unwavering love is our weapon against fear, worry and striving.
In this book club session, we’re talking about the power of rest that can be found in our stillness before God.
Session 11: Practical Prayer
Have you ever prayed that God would change someone so they’d do what you want?
As intercessors, it’s crucial for us to be willing to lay down our will, control and understanding so we can see God’s desires happen. In this book club session, we’re sharing practical wisdom for effective prayers.