1. Praying for the City Jeremiah 29:7 Jeremiah 29:7 “Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the L ORD for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”

2. We’ll be praying for …  The Outcasts  The Church  The Servers  The Powerful

3. Luke 15 (NIV ) 1 Now the tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear him (Jesus). 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” doubtful reputationlistening intently [“By this time a lot of men and woman of doubtful reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not at all pleased. (The Message)”]

4. Luke 15 (NIV ) one leave 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? joyfully 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ rejoicing in heaven 7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.

5. Meditation on the Word  Who does the following characters represent? a) Tax Collectors b) Sinners c) Pharisees and the Teachers of the law  How do they react to Jesus?  Why does Jesus then choose to tell this particular parable?  How would we now pray for the “The Outcasts, The Church, The Servers, The Powerful?”

6. Video-Clip: A Thousand Questions Download: Video-Clip: A Thousand Questions Download: A Thousand Questions - Ministry Videos http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=JMB90CNU http://www.godtube.com/watch/?v=JMB90CNU

7. Video-Clip: A Thousand Questions  What does this clip say about God?  What does it say about people in need?  What was the journalist's reaction?  What is the answer to a broken world?

8. A story of Hope learn  What can we learn about the women in this story? this  What is effective in reaching this women? discipleship  What is effective in the discipleship process with this women?

9.  The Outcasts Trauma and rejection and the influence of it on their lives (choices, lifestyle) Addictions (drugs, alcohol, immorality, etc.) Basic Needs (homes, food, jobs) Sense of identity is lacking (their sense of worth, belonging and achievement) False prophets and teachings De-sensitized to evangelism/gospel Prayer Time

10.  The Church Understanding lacking of being stewards of God’s economy – Mindset shift needs to take place : how do we use God’s stuff? Clear understanding of the mission of the Church Internally focused vs externally focused Give beliefs action Every believer to take up calling to make a difference where s/he lives and work – way of life Prayer Time

11.  The Servers Not to become frustrated and tired Limited resources to do the work Really be spirit filled to bear fruits of Spirit The protection of their families and relationships Healthy support systems for staff To stay focused, vision and calling can get lost in onslaught of extreme need Protection of evil and demons (physical, emotional, spiritual) Prayer Time

12.  The Powerful Against violence and corruption Christians in key positions where decisions are taken Men of peace in leadership (not necessarily Christians) that will look after the city Partnerships between state, business and church Prayer Time