Prayer Walk is a deliberate strategy for making disciples, focusing on finding people of peace—those eager to share their experiences and knowledge about God with others. It consists of the following steps.
Prayer.
Ensure that Prayer Walk is deeply rooted in prayer. Seek guidance from the Holy Spirit to discern whom to focus on during the Prayer Walk. Establish a dedicated group of people committed to praying for you and your team while engaging in Prayer Walk.
Engage.
Focus on two main groups: those benefiting from Access Ministries, especially through food distribution, and the PIPSY (Poor, Internationals, Prisoners, Sick & Youth). They are receptive due to hardship, openness, brokenness, frailty and curiosity. Matthew 25:34-36
Try to collaborate with at least one other person during the Prayer Walk. In group settings, pair up to approach doors together. Establish a consistent time window each week to connect with people.
Discover.
Begin with a warm, friendly introduction: "Hi, my name is _________ and this is ______________. We're reaching out to people in the area to provide encouragement and support."
Begin with a prayer-focused approach: "One way we offer support is through prayer. Can we pray for you? If God could perform a miracle in your life, what would you ask for?" Pray accordingly. People often become more receptive after experiencing a significant answer to prayer.
Continue by stating: "Another way we aim to serve is by sharing an uplifting Bible story." Share a story from the DBS Story Sets, ask what it says about God and people, and pose the Golden Question: "Do you know others who would be encouraged to hear this story from you?" If yes, offer to send them the story and related questions.
Consider being more direct, especially with believers: "I'm looking for someone interested in being a point person for transforming lives through Jesus. Are you that person, or do you know someone who might be?"
Disciple.
Guide individuals through discipleship with the following steps:
Train them in Discovery Bible Study (DBS), providing instruction up to three times. This involves teaching them how to conduct DBS sessions effectively. Then offer a one-month application period, during which they can apply what they've learned. This time allows for practical implementation and understanding. Provide consistent coaching sessions at least once a week throughout the one-month application period. Offer encouragement and support to ensure they are making progress.
Additionally, recognize that the Prayer Walk has a broader purpose. The primary goal is to identify a "person of peace" who can initiate a group, leading to the formation of additional groups. The ultimate objective is the multiplication of groups, ultimately evolving into the establishment of multiplying churches. This overarching vision emphasizes the transformative impact and growth within the community.
Prayer.
Ensure that Prayer Walk is deeply rooted in prayer. Seek guidance from the Holy Spirit to discern whom to focus on during the Prayer Walk. Establish a dedicated group of people committed to praying for you and your team while engaging in Prayer Walk.
Engage.
Focus on two main groups: those benefiting from Access Ministries, especially through food distribution, and the PIPSY (Poor, Internationals, Prisoners, Sick & Youth). They are receptive due to hardship, openness, brokenness, frailty and curiosity. Matthew 25:34-36
Try to collaborate with at least one other person during the Prayer Walk. In group settings, pair up to approach doors together. Establish a consistent time window each week to connect with people.
Discover.
Begin with a warm, friendly introduction: "Hi, my name is _________ and this is ______________. We're reaching out to people in the area to provide encouragement and support."
Begin with a prayer-focused approach: "One way we offer support is through prayer. Can we pray for you? If God could perform a miracle in your life, what would you ask for?" Pray accordingly. People often become more receptive after experiencing a significant answer to prayer.
Continue by stating: "Another way we aim to serve is by sharing an uplifting Bible story." Share a story from the DBS Story Sets, ask what it says about God and people, and pose the Golden Question: "Do you know others who would be encouraged to hear this story from you?" If yes, offer to send them the story and related questions.
Consider being more direct, especially with believers: "I'm looking for someone interested in being a point person for transforming lives through Jesus. Are you that person, or do you know someone who might be?"
Disciple.
Guide individuals through discipleship with the following steps:
Train them in Discovery Bible Study (DBS), providing instruction up to three times. This involves teaching them how to conduct DBS sessions effectively. Then offer a one-month application period, during which they can apply what they've learned. This time allows for practical implementation and understanding. Provide consistent coaching sessions at least once a week throughout the one-month application period. Offer encouragement and support to ensure they are making progress.
Additionally, recognize that the Prayer Walk has a broader purpose. The primary goal is to identify a "person of peace" who can initiate a group, leading to the formation of additional groups. The ultimate objective is the multiplication of groups, ultimately evolving into the establishment of multiplying churches. This overarching vision emphasizes the transformative impact and growth within the community.
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Prayer Walk is a planned time devoted to discovering someone who wants to share a Bible passage with others; a storyteller. Some refer to this individual as a person of peace.
Prayer Walk is best done among those who feel overlooked by the church. They are referred to as PIPSY (the Poor, Internationals, those in Prison, the Sick, and Youth or Your neighborhood).
Prayer Walk can be done alone, in pairs, or groups. It's a great way for a gathering of Christians (Bible study, church, ministry, etc.) to fulfill the Great Commission. It can be done as a stand alone event or woven into an existing outreach event or mission trip. It's best done when a group divides into teams of two; preferably a man and woman.
Prayer Walk is especially effective when combined with gracious actions that meet the needs of those you engage. This is referred to as access ministry. It's not essential, but it helps create spiritual openness.
Pray Walk can begin using the following conversation, "Hi, my name is ____________ and this is __________. We're followers of Jesus Christ and are praying for people. May we pray for you?" If they say yes, ask, "If you were to ask God to perform a miracle in your life, what would you ask?" Then pray for it.
Then consult Start Up for next steps.
Prayer Walk is best done among those who feel overlooked by the church. They are referred to as PIPSY (the Poor, Internationals, those in Prison, the Sick, and Youth or Your neighborhood).
Prayer Walk can be done alone, in pairs, or groups. It's a great way for a gathering of Christians (Bible study, church, ministry, etc.) to fulfill the Great Commission. It can be done as a stand alone event or woven into an existing outreach event or mission trip. It's best done when a group divides into teams of two; preferably a man and woman.
Prayer Walk is especially effective when combined with gracious actions that meet the needs of those you engage. This is referred to as access ministry. It's not essential, but it helps create spiritual openness.
Pray Walk can begin using the following conversation, "Hi, my name is ____________ and this is __________. We're followers of Jesus Christ and are praying for people. May we pray for you?" If they say yes, ask, "If you were to ask God to perform a miracle in your life, what would you ask?" Then pray for it.
Then consult Start Up for next steps.