2 Corinthians 8:1- 5 “…their overflowing joy welled up in rich generosity… and they gave themselves to the Lord…” “…their overflowing joy welled up in.

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2 Corinthians 8:1- 5 “…their overflowing joy welled up in rich generosity… and they gave themselves to the Lord…” “…their overflowing joy welled up in rich generosity… and they gave themselves to the Lord…” 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

II Corinthians 8: 1- 7 Prayer Points grace overflowing…in rich generosity

Pray for a deeper level of surrender to the Lordship of Christ. “…themselves, they gave first to the Lord.” (v5) II Corinthians 8 Prayer Points

“ …they pleaded for the privilege of sharing.” (v4) Pray for missional willingness to overcome your fear and selfishness. II Corinthians 8 Prayer Points

“…they gave… beyond their ability.” (v3) Pray for your church to set a challenging offering goal. Prayer Points II Corinthians 8

“…they gave themselves…by the will of God also to us.” (v5) Pray for missionaries, mobilizers, volunteers and beneficiaries of Margaret Lackey ministries. Prayer Points II Corinthians 8

“…see also that you excel in this grace of giving.” (v7) Pray for God to accomplish something unexpected in your heart, your community and your church. Prayer Points II Corinthians 8

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