Guatemala was an amazing place, and it was a time in my life I will never forget. The Lord changed who I was there, He walked me through so much; He walked the team through lots of different things and towards the end of our time there really started revealing things to me. I really felt as we were ending our season in Guatemala the Lord was calling me into a season of prayer.
Since we’ve been in Romania I’ve been leaning into prayer. To be honest, prayer has never been something I’ve enjoyed. The Lord is redeeming prayer in my life. It’s something I’m seeing fruit in. Romania hasn’t been easy for me; it’s has been a really tough season. As we are winding down our time here, I am just reflecting on what the Lord has been revealing to me. The Lord has been revealing things I need to release to Him. Insecurities that I didn’t even realize I had, and through this season of prayer, I’ve found not only what they are but what has caused them and how I need to keep finding a deeper identity in Him. He has also been teaching me and the whole squad what it looks like to fight the enemy through intercessory prayer. I want what the Lord has for me next and be ready for whatever that is. Let Him mold me into whatever this next season looks like so I can be a perfect fitting puzzle piece to be his hands and feet.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Philippians 4:6
Reading this blog helps me to remember how our nightly prayer watches in Romania were igniting to my faith. It is so encouraging to know I am surrounded by a body of Christ who believes in the power of prayer and truly follows the teachings of the Lord! Thanks Banks for pressing into the Lord because when you do, you spur others on to love the Lord and fight for the people around us through intercession!
This is awesome Banks. You embody Philippians 4:6 in such pure and steadfast way I can’t help but admire and just be proud. The only fear you walk in is fear of the Lord God Almighty, it’s evident. You fight for those love, near and far, constantly, through prayer as well as powerful probing questions. The growth in you since Gainesville leaves me consistently beside myself. You’re a fierce leader, a fierce brother, and a fierce friend. Thanks for teaching us all through your relationship with God. Fighting for you brother.
Love Always,
Jordan
Banks! Thanks for sharing this blog! Your leadership in the practice of prayer was vital for our squad during our time in Romania and was a consistent encouragement. Nothing of eternal significance will happen apart from prayer! Grateful for the ways that you’ve allowed what God is stirring in your heart (ie. prayer, evangelism, etc.) to impact, edify, and challenge the believers around you. P Squad loves you, brother!