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If My People, 3rd Edition

Five simple letters that, when strung together, birth the most powerful Word in all of history.

J-E-S-U-S.

Example upon example in the Word of these five letters becoming a weapon , a cure, a Living Hope.

And, still today, this Name above all names provides us with the power to live in all we do.

If you’re comfortable, I invite you to share the name (or initial) of someone for whom we can join you in praying the powerful, healing, life-giving name of Jesus over.

No other name sheds power when spoken—no other name is worthy.

Let’s speak His name, by faith, over the lives of our people today — and watch as He does a new work among us.Tweet This

I’ve created another graphic with the names shared in prayer by our community this year. Please feel free to download it for easy reference. (Just right-click on it to download.)

“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” 2 Chron 7:14


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  1. Bev @ Walking Well With God says

    April 27, 2017 at 5:55 am

    Good morning Brenda and all,

    Please continue praying for Nicole (and me)…..that would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much for your sweet offer of freezer meals post op. Maybe I could meet up with you half way before my surgery? You are so kind and caring and no, Dave is not the best cook lol. So, anything edible would certainly be greatly appreciated 🙂 Let’s chat….
    Blessings and thanks for the inbox reminder for today…
    Bev xx
    Bev @ Walking Well With God recently posted…For Those Of Us Who Are “Fixers”My Profile

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    • Sherry Stahl says

      April 27, 2017 at 8:06 am

      Now that’s being “in community”! Praying your surgery and recovery time amazes you and the doctor’s.
      ?Sherry Stahl

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    • Donna Reidland says

      April 27, 2017 at 11:12 am

      Praying that God will guide the doctor’s hands and give him or her ability beyond his or her own. Praying, too, for your peace and comfort before and healing after. Blessings!
      Donna Reidland recently posted…“Sin’s Bizarre End” April 27My Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:32 pm

      Continued prayers for you and Nicole, Bev. ((Hug)) And, so happy to help with meals some. xoxo

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    • Ifeoma Samuel says

      April 28, 2017 at 10:56 am

      I’m praying for you both Bev.
      Thank you Brenda for creating a praying community!
      Please continue with this?
      God bless
      Ifeoma Samuel recently posted…How To Find Hope In the Mess Of failureMy Profile

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  2. Betsy de Cruz says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:23 am

    Love your reminder that the name of JESUS is powerful. I’m praying it now over Kayra.
    Betsy de Cruz recently posted…Help When You Need to Remember God’s GoodnessMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:33 pm

      Praying with you for Kayra. Thanks for sharing, Betsy. ((hug))

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  3. Liz says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:06 am

    Supernatural control! Love it! Please add my friend Lori to that list of prayers. And a few for my family would be appreciated over then next few months as we prepare to move to our next duty station. XO
    Liz recently posted…Word Nerd Wednesday – PerishMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      Wow, another move coming up for you, Liz! Will sure be praying for your family. And prayers for Lori as well. Thank you for sharing, friend. ((hug))

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  4. Joanne Viola says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:25 am

    Brenda, beautiful post. I would appreciate prayers for God to direct “T” to where He would have him to be. His will. His purpose. For His glory. Have a blessed Thursday! xo
    Joanne Viola recently posted…He Sees MeMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      Praying for T, Joanne. Thank you for sharing. ((xoxo))

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  5. Lesley says

    April 27, 2017 at 7:46 am

    It’s so great to join together in prayer and remember that Jesus’ name is powerful. I would love if you could pray for Sara.
    Lesley recently posted…Who Do You Say I Am?My Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      Praying with you for Sara, Lesley. Thanks for sharing. ((hug))

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  6. Sherry Stahl says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:10 am

    The powerful name of Jesus! That’s exactly what we need to be reminded of when we go into prayer! Thanks. Asking for prayer for Shelby’s health.
    Praying blessings over you and your kind hubby this week.
    Sherry Stahl recently posted…Got Baggage? Learning To Travel LightMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:40 pm

      Agreeing with you in prayer for Shelby’s health, Sherry. Thanks for sharing. And thanks for the sweet blessings, friend. ((xoxo))

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  7. Naomi fata says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:11 am

    Thank you for the opportunity to share. Prayer is a powerful force – When I look at the past I see over and over Gods miraculous hand as He answered prayer in my own life.
    Prayers appreciated for a friend going through a rough spot in marriage – B & K (couples names) – a messy situation that needs a miracle. They both know Jesus – praying His Holy Spirit would do a mighty work !

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:41 pm

      Prayers for B & K today, Naomi. Thank you for sharing. ((hug))

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  8. Becky Hastings says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:49 am

    Your heart for people is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing it with us 🙂

    I would love prayers for my mom. She’s walking a hard road right now and the only one who can help her is Jesus.
    Becky Hastings recently posted…5 Things to Remember Moving ForwardMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:43 pm

      Joining you in prayer for your mom, Becky. Thank you for sharing, sweet friend. ((hug))

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  9. Lisa/Syncopated Mama says

    April 27, 2017 at 8:57 am

    3 dear friends who were all recently diagnosed with cancer are especially on my heart lately: Rhonda, Liz and Nancy.
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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:45 pm

      Lifting up Rhonda, Liz and Nancy now, Lisa. Thank you for sharing. ((hug))

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  10. Michele Morin says

    April 27, 2017 at 10:24 am

    Thank you for this emphasis on prayer. I’m trusting for grace to be more intentional about it.
    Michele Morin recently posted…Visiting Over the Garden FenceMy Profile

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  11. Donna Reidland says

    April 27, 2017 at 11:09 am

    Brenda, what a powerful way to lift up our friends and loved ones. I would love you all to pray for my 87 year old mom (Jean) who does not know the Lord. Also, for M & K for their salvation. I printed out the graphic so I can keep those listed in front of me. Thanks so much and thanks for hosting. Blessings!
    Donna Reidland recently posted…“Sin’s Bizarre End” April 27My Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 27, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Oh Donna, prayers for your mom’s salvation. ((Hug)) And, prayers for M & K as well. Thank you for sharing. ((hug))

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  12. Julie says

    April 27, 2017 at 4:53 pm

    Please continue ti pray for Angie and family!
    I can’t wait ti hear your surprise!
    Julie
    Julie recently posted…How to Keep the Faith When Life SucksMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 28, 2017 at 7:38 am

      Continued prayers for Angie and family, Julie. ((xoxo))

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  13. Lyli @lylidunbar.com says

    April 27, 2017 at 6:26 pm

    Brenda, thank you so much for this beautiful invitation. My loves who need Him are Ramon, Matt, Janelle, Briella, Rayden, and Jeanne.
    Lyli @lylidunbar.com recently posted…Keep Hope AliveMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 28, 2017 at 7:40 am

      Praying for Ramon, Matt, Janelle, Briella, Rayden, and Jeanne now, Lyli. Thanks for sharing. ((xoxo))

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  14. Leslie says

    April 28, 2017 at 1:21 am

    Brenda, Thank you for the reminder of how powerful the name of Jesus is! And thank you, too, for the link-up and for being such a good hostess.
    Leslie recently posted…Three Powerful Strategies to Transform Your Prayer LifeMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      April 28, 2017 at 9:55 am

      Thanks for being here, Leslie. ((hug))

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  15. Maree Dee says

    April 29, 2017 at 5:26 pm

    Brenda – Thank you for your prayers. God knows who is on my heart. I know for me sometimes I can’t quite find the words to utter and all the come out is Jesus and tears flow down my face. Love saying the name of JESUS!

    Thank you for your beautiful post.
    Maree Dee recently posted…Who Has Your Back? – Part TwoMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      May 1, 2017 at 7:02 am

      Praying now for those God has on your heart, Maree. ((hug))

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  16. Jeralyn says

    April 29, 2017 at 10:12 pm

    Brenda….What a powerful post! I’m speaking the name of Jesus over my son and his little family. They are in the midst of decision– making about moving to another state.

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    • Brenda says

      May 1, 2017 at 7:05 am

      Prayers for your son and family, Jeralyn. Thank you for sharing. ((xoxo))

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  17. Lux G. says

    May 1, 2017 at 1:46 am

    If only we indeed swallow our pride and truly see and admit that we are wrong and we need help, God will never turn His back from us.

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    • Brenda says

      May 1, 2017 at 7:07 am

      Amen, Lux. Thankful for a faithful God. ((hug))

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  18. Linda Stoll says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:59 am

    As I read the title of your post, all I could think of was the words from that old hymn …’ Jesus, the name that calms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease. Tis music in the sinner’s ears, tis life and health and peace.’

    He loves us so.

    Thanks for proclaiming His name, friend.
    Linda Stoll recently posted…A Smattering of Springtime Snapshots . . . and Introducing The NestMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      May 2, 2017 at 12:45 pm

      Beautiful, Linda. ((hug))

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  19. Ruth says

    May 1, 2017 at 3:00 pm

    Colton – deliverance and salvation

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    • Brenda says

      May 2, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      Praying for Colton, Ruth. ((xoxo))

      Reply

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