Missio Dei: Week 2 Devotional Guide
5-Day Prayer Guide: The Multiplication Effect from Acts 13:1-3
Day 1: A Heart for Multiplication (Acts 13:1)
Pray for your church and yourself to embrace a heart for multiplication. Ask God to show you how you can play a role in multiplying disciples, groups, and churches.
**Prayer Points:**
- Pray for God to cultivate a vision for multiplication in your life.
- Ask for humility to step out of your comfort zone to make disciples.
- Pray for your church to value sending out leaders and resources to reach others.
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Day 2: Diversity in the Gospel (Acts 13:1)
Reflect on the diversity of the Antioch church's leadership as a model for how the gospel unites people from different backgrounds.
**Prayer Points:**
- Thank God for the diversity of His church.
- Pray for unity in diversity within your congregation, reflecting the love of Christ.
- Ask God to break down barriers of race, politics, or class that hinder His work.
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Day 3: Dependence on the Lord (Acts 13:2-3)
Consider how the Antioch church fasted and prayed, depending on God for direction. Pray for a deeper dependence on Him in your life and church.
**Prayer Points:**
- Pray for wisdom and guidance as you seek to follow God’s leading.
- Ask for a spirit of humility and reliance on God’s provision.
- Pray for your church to fast and pray together for kingdom growth.
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Day 4: The Courage to Go (Acts 13:3)
Pray for the courage to step into uncomfortable places for the sake of the gospel. Ask God for boldness to be part of His multiplication plan, whether in starting a new group, supporting a new church, or going on a mission trip.
**Prayer Points:**
- Ask God to reveal areas where He is calling you to step out in faith.
- Pray for those who are preparing to go on mission or plant churches.
- Pray for strength to overcome fear and trust God’s provision and plan.
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Day 5: The Power of Multiplication (Acts 13:1-3)
Reflect on the greater impact of multiplication over addition in spreading the gospel. Pray for a long-term vision of kingdom growth.
**Prayer Points:**
- Thank God for the gospel’s power to multiply and transform lives.
- Pray for new churches, groups, and leaders to emerge.
- Ask God to use you to contribute to a multiplying movement for His glory.
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**Challenge for the Week:**
Write down one specific step to participate in God’s multiplication work, such as inviting someone to join a small group, starting a Bible study, or supporting church planting. Share your steps with a friend for accountability.
