Prayer Partners

      In James 5 we are told that whether we are going through times of suffering or times of cheer we are to faithfully pray for one another, and praise God together. In Hebrews 10 we read, "And let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together..." These instructions are vital in the fellowship and growth of a group of believers.

      The Prayer Partners program, if you want to call it a 'program,' started at Wake Chapel Church near the beginning of 2004. Essentially, prayer partners are willing youth and various adults within our church who are paired up to pray for each other. There is no set schedule we have made for the prayer partners to meet with one another. Rather, it is an ongoing relationship that is kept active by the youth and adult that will last until the youth graduates High School. Youth and adults are encouraged to seek their partner out, give them encouragement, and develop a connection with one another so that each person can feel safe and welcome if they need prayer, advice, or anything.

      We all need prayer, and we all need someone we can trust and turn to for help. Youth may have questions about certain issues, problems in school, or may need guidance from someone who's been there before. Adults may have worries, may need a kind friend to spend some time with, or may need some help around the house. Youth and adults alike can learn a lot from each other, and will surely benefit from a relationship with one another. To keep these two generations independent from one another would be a mistake. So if you are a prayer partner, say hello to your partner at church, go see them at a concert or sporting event, write them a birthday card, give them a gift, ask if there is anything they need, find out what's happening in their life, and always remember to pray for them. Your partner needs you. Finally, with the growth of the youth group comes the need for extra prayer partners. If you would like to be a prayer partner, please contact Seth Carter at the church.