Dutch Sheets:
"Prayer Strike for America!"
National Day of Prayer--May 1st and 2nd, 2008
Dear Friends and Partners,
This is a crucial time for our nation. We have made little ground these last four years on issues that matter to God, despite numerous prophetic words from reputable prophetic voices that clearly state His will and plan for things to SHIFT!
By the way, do not make the mistake of many who believe it does not matter anymore who is president, or that God may bring judgment to America by allowing someone to win who would not be the most righteous choice. This is not true! Some Christians are even saying they don't plan to vote. The next president will appoint at least one, and probably two or three Supreme Court justices. This is still the most critical reason we must pray and vote for the right person, and also why God does not intend to "judge" us by giving us a liberal. Don't accept this lie.
Here's a great Scripture to be praying right now:
"Give attention to Me, My people, and give ear to Me, My nation; for a law will go out from Me and I will set My justice for a light to the peoples." Isaiah 51:4
In addition, the prophets have reminded us that we cannot stop praying for President George W. Bush. It is the mandate to the Church in 1 Timothy 2:1-3 that we pray for our leaders. The Lord's blessing comes to the people when we do. In addition, there are things that have been prophesied that President Bush would accomplish, especially in the second half of his second term, that have not yet come to pass. Though the time is short, we must pray for President Bush to finish well!
As I have been ministering across the nation recently, I have begun to notice that the issues of race and abortion are often linked spiritually. We need to get God's strategy on this matter and take it to the highest Court of Heaven--the throne of Jesus Christ! Abortion and racism are giants we must war over to fully remove in the United States of America.
"With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds." --President Abraham Lincoln
Many of you have been to the nation's capital on your own or in conjunction with other groups for prayer purposes. But, I feel it is time to join together in greater numbers onsite in Washington, D.C. to seek His face and make decrees that our prayers will begin a new movement of God over our nation. Please prayerfully consider joining us for this strategic PRAYER STRIKE.
Come join myself and many governmental leaders and others on May 1-2, 2008 in Washington D.C. Together, I know we can make a difference in our nation through worship and intercession, declarations and decrees!
Come join us there!
Dutch Sheets
Dutch Sheets Ministries
Email: ministryinfo@dutchsheets.org
Please see registration information below:
Registration Information: Registration for this event is mandatory! The church hosting this event seats a maximum of 500 people.
Contact Information:
Ken Malone
Forerunner Ministries
Email office@forerunner-ministries.org or call 863-229-2702
or contact:
Timmerle Barnes
National Governmental Prayer Alliance
Email ngpa@dutchsheets.org
Event Itinerary:
Thursday, May 1st, Meeting at 7:00pm
Capitol Hill United Methodist Church
421 Seward Square SE, Washington D.C.
(5th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue)
Prayer Strike details will be handed out at the meeting on Thursday evening.
Friday, May 2nd, from 9:00am to 4:00pm
Prayer strikes at:
The White House
The Supreme Court
U.S. Capitol Building
Lincoln Memorial
From the desk of Steve Shultz:
Have you ever noticed how much God seems to like it when the odds are stacked against Him? In His Word, He tells us that we are walking in faith when we choose to believe Him even in the face of opposite circumstances. And oh how He loves faith--it pleases Him, He responds to it, it moves mountains, it is creative, and well, the list just goes on and on!
It sure seems like all of us are facing numerous opportunities right now to choose faith! Included in that is the realm of finances (for many people at this time, this seems to be one of the most fiercely contested arenas).
There is no doubt the enemy is trying to cut off the line of supply. But here's some great news on that very issue which we want to share with you today by Al Thomas.
Do you want to know how to break even the slickest schemes of the devil?
Delivering the Captives by Alice Smith is a potent book that can open up a whole new level of liberty to walk in the freedom Christ has for you!
Blessings,
Steve Shultz
Al Thomas:
The Lord Says, "I Show Myself Strong in Times of Lack"
After hearing the media, the world and even God's children talk about how bad the economy is, I went to the Lord to get His take on it. I tucked myself away in the prayer closet and closed the door. That's where God is hiding (Matthew 6:6). "Lord," I said, "people are saying: 'It looks bad. The economy is sinking and it's going to get worse.' What do You have to say to the Church about this economy?"
GOD SAYS: "I SHOW MYSELF STRONG IN TIMES OF LACK"
"I am not panicking about the world's economy. I am not the least bit worried about how I will take care of My children. I have not called an emergency meeting in Heaven to discuss the world's inflation crisis or the fuel prices. If I am not frightened neither should My children be. Have you forgotten how I have taken care of you in the past? When you hear the dreaded 'R' word = recession, be reminded of two other 'R' words: Remember and Rejoice.
"First, do you remember how I took care of Israel in the desert (Deuteronomy 2:7)? Do you remember how I took care of Elijah in a time of famine (1 Kings 17:7, 16)? Do you remember how I took care of Elisha with a widow (2 Kings 4:6)? Do you remember how I took care of Samaria in a time of famine (2 Kings 7:8)? Do you remember how My Son fed the multitude who followed Him (Matthew 14:20)? Then remember that I promised to take care of you (Philippians 4:19). Then, start to rejoice by faith as you ponder these things. Purposeful rejoicing increases your faith. The enemy wants you to only think about how bad it is; I want you to dwell on My goodness and faithfulness. Start remembering and rejoicing. Walking with Me isn't always easy. It wasn't meant to be. But it's worth it (Romans 8:18)."
GOD SAYS: "YOU KNOW COMPLAINING WON'T HELP, SO PRAISE ME INSTEAD"
"You're no fool. If you are under pressure financially, don't start to grumble like some people do. Don't complain, because you will be expressing exactly what the enemy wants you to express: Doubt, fear and worry. You know that I am capable of taking care of you, so don't make it difficult for yourself by murmuring (Philippians 2:14). No child of Mine (who walked in humility and obedience) ever fell into permanent financial ruin: 'I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread' (Psalm 37:25).
"Going through a stressful time with money doesn't always mean that you are disobedient. Some wrongly teach that if you are struggling financially you must be out of My will. Tell that to My saints of old: 'Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: everywhere and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need' (Philippians 4:11, 12).
"Kick 'Mr. Complainer' out...invite 'Mr. Praiser' in. Complaining causes doubt. Praise clears the air of confusion and fear. Get up, tell doubt to shut up, and start to shout praises to Me!"
GOD SAYS: "THIS TRIAL WILL COME TO AN END. YOU KNOW THIS, SO HOLD ON"
"Yes, this season will end, and when it does, you'll be glad that you stood strong and waited on Me (Psalm 130:5). You are not going to give in to fear, instead you will hold on to My promises (2 Corinthians 1:20). Do everything you can to stay in alignment with My will for your life (Ephesians 6:13). You may have stumbled a bit. You may have had some momentary thoughts of bewilderment...but you will not quit! Don't give the devil the pleasure of letting him win. Like Joshua, you need to choose this day who you will serve (Joshua 24:15).
"Child of Mine, you are not alone! As I hold on to you (Psalm 139:10) you must hold on to Me. I Am faithful (1 Thessalonians 5:24). Remember, the problem with money is that it never solves anything as long as it's solely in the world's system."
GOD SAYS: "BECAUSE YOU KNOW THIS, DON'T LET SATAN CAUSE YOU TO STOP GIVING"
"Fear is the main reason My children back off from giving. They fear that they will not have enough. Never react from fear, because the fruit of fear is torment (1 John 4:18). The fruit of faith is peace and provision.
"I am pleased when My children give even though they are overwhelmed with problems: 'Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints' (2 Corinthians 8:2-4).
"Note that they pleaded to give and they considered giving a privilege, not an obligation. I do not pressure my people to give (Exodus 25:2), because giving is an act of worship (1 Chronicles 29:14). Giving with an attitude of thankfulness and expectation can open Heaven's resources--to those who can responsibly handle my abundance--and I long to bless many with riches to further My Kingdom. In the meantime, let the so-called experts continue to shout 'the sky is falling, the sky is falling,' but remember Who made the sky, and the only way you're going to see it (and your supply) is to look up, not down. For My children, this can be a season of great blessings...if they open their hand, instead of closing it."
Al Thomas
Celebrating His Life Ministries
Email: a.thomas@myactv.net
Al and Sherry Thomas travel extensively in America and Southeast Asia. Al and Sherry have a prophetic and healing anointing and have seen many miracles. They founded Celebrating His Life Ministries in 1997, and are gifted teachers of the Word. Prior to that date they served at Mount Hope Prison Ministry for three years. Al has pastored in Wisconsin and California and was associated with evangelist Jim Spillman, a great man of God who was known for miracles happening in his meetings. Al has walked in the healing anointing since 1997. They have seen blind eyes healed, deaf ears opened and many other healings. They minister gently and practically. They currently minister in approximately sixty churches a year.
