If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I admit that I have sinned and that I cannot make myself right with God. I turn from my sin and trust that you died for my sins and rose again. I believe you are Lord, and I open my life to you. Make my life a true testimony to you. Amen.

A True Witness

Lord, renew your Church so our testimony is clear, humble, and true. Where we have become hesitant, self-protective, or vague, make us bold in love and faithful in speech. When people ask who we are, let our lives point them to you. Stir us up again to witness with integrity and courage, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Renew the Church's Witness

Begin by naming one conversation where you may be questioned about your faith. Ask God for a calm spirit, clear words, and humility to speak truthfully. Then pause and trust him to help you answer well, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Pray Before You Answer

Pray for people who feel pressure to hide what they believe, for believers who are questioned by family or leaders, and for courage to answer with grace rather than fear.

For Those Under Pressure

Father, thank you for the witness of John and for every faithful testimony that points to Jesus. Help me speak plainly, avoid pretending, and answer with humility when I am asked what I believe, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Thank You for Honest Witness

Bring to God any fear of people’s opinions, any urge to look impressive, and any tendency to speak around the truth instead of telling it plainly.

A Humble Heart

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John 1 : 19 - Testimony, Inquiry, Identity

And this is the testimony  of John, when the Jews  sent priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, “Who are you?”

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