Day 13—you've reached the MIDPOINT of this journey! Today we're talking about persistent, determined, focused prayer.
Daniel 9:3: "Then I set my face toward the Lord God to make request by prayer and supplications, with fasting, sackcloth, and ashes."
Daniel SET HIS FACE. This wasn't casual prayer—it was INTENTIONAL WARFARE. He was determined, focused, and persistent.
We'll explore:
You're at the midpoint. This is often when people get tired, distracted, or tempted to quit. But you've come too far to give up now!
Set your face toward the Lord. Stay determined. Stay focused. Breakthrough is coming—but it comes to those who PERSIST.
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Stay faithful. Stay expectant. And keep shifting.
Show Notes
Today's Scripture: Daniel 9:3 - "Then I set my face toward the Lord God to make request by prayer and supplications, with fasting, sackcloth, and ashes."
Key Takeaways:
What "Setting Your Face" Means: ✓ Determination (won't be moved) ✓ Focus (won't be distracted) ✓ Persistence (won't give up) ✓ Intentionality (not passive) ✓ Single-minded pursuit
Why Day 13 Matters: • Midpoint = temptation to quit • Initial excitement has worn off • Finish line not yet in sight • Physical/spiritual fatigue can set in • THIS is where champions are made
Casual Prayer vs Warfare Prayer:
Casual Prayer:
Warfare Prayer:
Daniel's Prayer Posture:
• Set his face (determination) • Fasting (sacrifice)
• Sackcloth (humility)
• Ashes (repentance)
• Supplications (specific requests)
Your Daily Shift: Declare: "Lord, I set my face toward You with determination. I will not give up, even when it's hard. Strengthen my resolve to continue seeking You with all my heart. I know that breakthrough is coming, and I will persist in prayer until I see it."
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Next Episode: Day 14: Week 2 Complete! Confession and Repentance - Standing in the gap
