Principle of first things
Exodus 13:2, 12-15; Proverbs 3:9-10; Matthew 6:33
1. Meaning of the Principle of First Things
• Pray that ICA members will fully understand the principle of putting God first in every area of life. Pray that the Lord will give them passion and capacity to obey this principle daily.
• Pray that where God is placed first, everything else in life will align in proper order and blessing.
2. First Things as Shown in the Scriptures
• Pray that ICA members will honor God with the first portion of their income, time, and resources. Pray against a spirit of leftovers or complacency in their giving and devotion towards God.
• Pray that the Lord will multiply their first offerings and efforts, causing overflow and provision in every area of life.
3. Why First Things Matter to God
• Pray that ICA members will recognize God as the source and owner of everything they access.
• Pray for their lives to be aligned under God’s order, inviting His blessing.
• Ask God to help them put Him first so that all other areas of life fall into place.
4. Some Consequences of Ignoring the Practice of First Things
• Pray that ICA members will avoid neglecting God’s principles and honor Him with what is His first.
• Pray for discernment to follow God’s order and avoid frustration, lack, or spiritual dryness.
• Ask God to protect them from the consequences of placing second things first.
5. The Blessing of Honouring the Principle of First Things
• Pray that as ICA members put God first, He will provide for all their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs.
• Pray for multiplication of efforts, redemption, and breakthrough in personal and ministry lives.
• Ask God to reveal His faithfulness in their obedience, confirming that honouring Him first secures all other blessings.
Thanksgiving
1 Thel 5:18: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus”
• Thank God for the powerful service we had. Thank him for the manifest Prescence, worship team and everyone who lead the service.
• Thank God for his protection and his covering to us, our families, church and nation