Day 28 Those leading Late Night Chats Proverbs 2:6–For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Oh Lord of all wisdom, knowledge and understanding, we pray that You will equip those who are leading the Late Night Chats. May they focus on Your very nature for their pattern—relying on You for their words. Supply them with …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 29 – Paid Critiquers As They Work on Submissions
Day 29 Paid critiquers as they work on submissions 2 Thes. 2:16-17–Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself and God our Father, who has loved us and given us eternal comfort and good hope by grace, comfort and strengthen your hearts in every good work and word. Dear Lord, We ask you for wisdom and discernment for the paid critiquers …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 30 – Agents at the Conference
Day 30 Agents at the conference Psalm 143:8a–Let me hear Your lovingkindness in the morning; for I trust in You. Lord, we celebrate the agents who have agreed to attend the conference and “offer themselves a sacrifice for many.” Lift them up when their stamina wanes. Flood them with wisdom when they hear pitch after pitch, story after story. Rest …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 31 – For Editors at Conference
Day 31 Editors at the conference Psalm 141:2–May my prayer be counted as incense before You; the lifting of my hands as the evening offering. Father, we pray for every editor represented at the conference. Grant them safe travel to and from Denver. Be with their families at home and keep them safe and healthy. Give the editors divine rest …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 32 – Brandilyn Collins as She Emcees
Day 32 Brandilyn as she emcees Psalm 45:1–My heart overflows with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; My tongue is the pen of a ready writer. Mighty Lord, you have spoken our world into being by the power of your words. Our sister Brandilyn needs your protection over her mind and strength and voice as she …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 33 Finances for Those Attending
Day 33 Finances for those attending Psalm 121:2–My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Heavenly Father, You are our Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. Nothing is too hard for you, so we come to you in faith as hungry little children come to the dinner table expecting good food to be there, and ask that …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 34 Those Teaching Elective Classes
Day 34 Those teaching elective classes Proverbs 8:1–Does not wisdom call, and understanding lift up her voice? Lord, thank You for each one of the teachers who’ve agreed to teach the elective classes. Give them wisdom and direction as they prepare the materials for conference. Bring to mind specific areas that their students may be facing so they can help the student grasp …
After The Conference. What now?
by Maureen Lang As exciting as it is to plan and look forward to attending a writer’s conference, the time will fly—particularly once you’re there! Before you know it you’ll be on your way home. Exhausted. Exhilarated. Energized. The social atmosphere of a conference is wonderful. It’s incredibly fun to make new friends, to put faces with names you’ve only …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 35 The Praise Band
Day 35 The praise band as they practice and lead worship Psalm 150:6–Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord! Father, Thank you for those who will be leading us in worship at the conference. We are grateful for their willingness to use their gifts and talents to help us focus on you and be able to …
40 Days of Prayer – Day 36 Those Teaching Continuing Ed Classes
Day 36 Those teaching continuing education classes Psalm 28:7a–The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Good Master, we come to thank and praise You. While You walked on earth among us, You never ceased to teach. From quiet suppers with Your followers, to the multitudes on the mount, You gave …