Prayer Wall
Every outreach ministry on the planet, with a shepherds heart, wants people to pray for them and others. It is our goal to make prayer a key component in all hearts. Prayers are needed for individuals, families and neighborhoods in every city, and in every country. If there's ever been a time in the world that we need prayer — it's now, in the middle of all this chaos. People are acknowledging that they need peace and need God. After all, prayer is how we communicate with God. Prayer is the most important element to instill in hearts. In prayer we develop a relationship with God and learn to hear His voice. A public prayer wall is a designated place for people to post their prayer needs written form. In response, a surrounding prayer community will pray for the posted requests.
What are the origins of Prayer Walls?
The origins of Christian prayer walls are unknown. But we do know that prayer is a significant part of the active Christian lifestyle. The bible wants us to understand that we are to live with prayer. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God” (Philippians 4:6-7). We know that prayer is an important key in our relationship with the Father because He is listening to us (John 9:31). All throughout the Old and New Testament, we see the men and woman of God calling out in prayer and petition.
Though the origins of prayer walls are unknown, we do know the origins of communal prayer. Prayer in a community was taught by the first apostles and disciples, but even more importantly it was taught by Jesus. Jesus says “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them” (Matthew 18:20). Our Teacher urged His believers to come together in prayer and a prayer wall does just that. The prayer wall ignites a fire for the people to stay together in prayer in the midst of hardship or in triumph.
Why would I participate in a Prayer Wall?
Ephesians 6:18 says, “Pray at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication… making supplication for all the saints”. As a follower of Jesus Christ, we are called to pray and to specifically pray for others. A prayer wall is not necessary to pray, however, a prayer wall is beneficial to pray. It will draw you into the a community of people , who are all at the prayer wall for the same reason. You will come to see the needs of others, and others will see your needs, which is a bonding experience for all. To love those around you It is a Christian ideal, and partnering with others in prayer is a great way to show that love.
There is a brotherly bond in love when we pray for one another. When we hear the struggles of someone close to us, it is difficult to not have compassion for them. This is a love that models Jesus, who is constantly praying on our behalf (Romans 8:34). As Christ’s disciple, we have the ability to take part in the Father’s heart because he cares for us all. He hears our heart for our brother when we pray for them.
Remember that people are important and we must pray for them. In James 5:14-16, it is made clear that prayer can cause freedom, healing, and salvation. Prayer is valuable. “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him… And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up… Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working”. Prayer walls are a powerful way to pray for others and others can pray for you.
The beauty of a prayer wall is the partnership in other peoples prayer journeys. Not only do we pray with others, but we get to share the victory with them. When we hear a testimony of the Lord answering a prayer, big or small, we get to rejoice together. This is beneficial because it encourages the faith of all who participated in the prayer journey.
How do I participate Prayer Walls?
Now that you’re convinced of the benefits of a prayer wall, it is time to post your prayer requests by clicking the link below.
Instead of physically writing out your prayer requests, you will type them. It is a beneficial way to stay connected with our prayer community while not being physically present. It is encouraged to remain close to your church community, but an online board is a great tool to use when necessary.
When we post a prayer request online, this is a form of a prayer wall because your prayers are being read. These prayer requests are real and the prayers for them are impactful. We all need a community of believers who are standing alongside us when trials and temptations come our way and a posted prayer is a great resource for support.
Seek Him and pray for His will to be done. “And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him” (1 John 5:14-15).