“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.”
Romans 8:18

Prayer at CCC
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Here you'll find something to pray for each day as you go through your week.  The Bible calls us to pray.  To believe together and come together to pray in His name. Join with us together in standing in faith for one another as God moves in and through Christ Community Church.

September Prayer Calendar

1. all local, state, and national leaders to make wise decisions. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life godly and dignified in every way.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2
2. The women’s, men’s and church wide Bible Studies as the people dig deeper into the study of Scripture. May their relationship with the Lord strengthen and their knowledge of God deepen.
3. the believing inmates at Kirkland Prison, the men of CCC who minister to them and the employees from CIU who teach them. Pray for family restorations, freedom from addictions, and safety for prisoners and wardens.
4. CCC to continue to invest in and invite our community to come alongside us in our faith journey. 
5. Brandon, Courtney, Remi, Leo, and Stella Jacobs. Pray for wisdom and unity for their team and for God to open the hearts of students to be receptive to the Gospel.
6. the growth of our mentoring ministries. That a culture of discipling would form in which making disciples is viewed as an ordinary part of the Christian life. Pray that those who are called to enter into our disciplining ministries will answer that call.
7. the Worship Celebration. That the songs will teach members to biblically confess, lament and praise. “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Col 3:17
8. the elders— Eric, Gary, Mark, Nate, Paul, Philip and Robert — 1 Peter 5:1-3
9. Operation Christmas Child, Young Life, 410 bridge, Feed My Starving Children, Living Hope, Daraja Children’s Choir, and Made in the Streets.
10. the lost and our call to reach them. That CCC will grow in being distinct from the world in love and holiness, even as it engages outsiders. “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” Col 3:12
11. wisdom for our elders, staff, and volunteers as they further develop CCC Camden. “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom [...]” Col 3:16
12. Individuals, families, and CCC to be wise stewards of the financial gifts God has granted us. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21
13. United Ministries, Crosswell Children’s Home, Sumter Pregnancy Center, and By Name Project. “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.” James 1:27
14. The worship celebration. That the songs will teach members to biblically confess, lament and praise “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.” Romans 8:1-2
15. God’s direction regarding international missions. “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations [...] teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20
16. God’s wisdom and strength for the other Sumter area churches who promote Jesus as man’s Redeemer sent from God. 
17. CCC Sumter and Camden to embrace their spiritual gifts and utilize them to fulfill volunteer areas within the church. “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10
18. Those attending the Life after Loss Grief Support group, that they be filled with His peace and develop connections with others. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. [...]”. John 14:27
19. The Spirit to intercede on behalf of those who are struggling deeply. “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Romans 8:26
20.  the church staff— Ben, Caleb, Catharine, Chris, Emerson, Jake, Linda, Mark, Michael, Missy, Rollins, and Todd.
21. The worship celebration. That the songs will teach members to biblically confess, lament and praise “Truly, truly I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life. I am the bread of life.” John 6:47-48
22. the persecuted church “But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled.” 1 Peter 3:14
23. Wisdom and protection for all first responders and Christian counselors.
24. the believing inmates at Kirkland Prison, the men of CCC who minister to them and the employees from CIU who teach them. Pray for family restorations, freedom from addictions, and safety for prisoners and wardens.
25. The life group members and attendees to encourage one another and not neglect meeting together. Hebrews 10:24-25. For God to guide each person to the group in which He will grow them.
26.  The people of CCC to show our faith by our works. James 2:18 “For as the body apart from the spirit is dead, so also faith apart from works is dead.” James 2:26
27. The members of CCC to “turn away from evil and do good” to “seek peace and pursue it”. 1 Peter 3:11
28. The worship celebration. That the songs will teach members to biblically confess, lament and praise “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.” Isaiah 54:13
29. God’s wisdom and direction for each of our leadership teams.
30. God’s guidance for school administrators, teachers, students, and parents as they enter into the new school year. 

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“Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.”
​Romans 8:26