Polishing the Pulpit and Prayer
It’s that time of year again – time for Polishing the Pulpit, or PTP as most of us refer to it. It is a busy time as many prepare to attend this week-long seminar in the Smoky Mountains. Some are preparing meals to bring and use in their cabins, while others are preparing lessons to present to those who will attend. There may even be some who are doing both!
I hope that whether you are attending this year or not, you will take the time to pray for this great endeavor. In the midst of all that is going on in our country, this gathering is a bright and shining light in the midst of darkness. God is glorified; His word is taught; His people come together and fellowship with one another; they pray together; they blend their voices in singing praises to Him; and all of that is done because of their love for God and for one another in His Kingdom, the church.
In this short little post, I would like to ask you to pray for some things concerning this great gathering.
Please pray for…
- The elders of the Jacksonville, Alabama church of Christ as they oversee this massive endeavor.
- The directors of this great gathering which has taken place now for 25 years.
- The safety of those who will be traveling from all over the world to attend with other brothers and sisters in Christ.
- Those who work at various restaurants, motels, and rental cabins in the Sevierville area since nearly 5,000 people will be coming to their area.
- Those coming to the area to be the kindest and most courteous people who ever interact with those who live there.
- Those who have spent time studying and preparing lessons from God’s word to present during the week.
- Those who will be counseling in private sessions meant to help with some of the problems encountered in life.
- Those who will be working with various ages of children in one of the programs specifically prepared for their age group.
- Those children to be courteous and attentive to all that is presented to them.
- Those who will lead in the singing at this little “taste of heaven.”
- The hearts and minds of those attending to be uplifted and so full that they are able to carry much of what they have experienced back to those in their communities.
- Those who are not able to come this year for many different reasons.
Finally, please say a prayer of thanksgiving for the blessing of God’s family all over the world, and for His great love for each one of us. May others come to know Him and become a part of this family because we return to our homes and spread His word.
“…The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working”
(James 5:16)
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AUTHOR: Donna Faughn
