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21 Days of Prayer for a Disciple-Making District - NWIL
Prayer Challenge – March 1 – 22, 2026
Week Two: The Call to Be Like Jesus

Day 9 — RENEWING THE MIND

Scripture: Romans 12:2 — “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Today’s Devotional: The battle for discipleship is won or lost in the mind. The "pattern of this world" is a constant pressure—a mold trying to force us into thinking with fear, greed, and self-preservation. Paul says, “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This means discipleship is not just about what we do—it’s about how we think. A renewed mind sees people the way Jesus sees them and filters decisions through Scripture rather than culture. We cannot live a godly life with an ungodly mind.

Response & Prayer Guide:

  • For Your Heart: Identify one thought pattern (fear, negativity, comparison) that needs renewal. Replace it with a Scripture promise.
  • For Our District: Pray for our pastors as they preach the Word—that their messages lead to spiritual and mental transformation and renewal.

Church Prayer List:

  • Grace Community Colona – (In Transition)
  • Havana – Pastor Ben Brown
  • Southside Community – Pastor Irene Lewis-Wembley

The Challenge & Next Steps:

  1. Media Fast: Choose one hour today to put away all screens/news and focus solely on Scripture.
  2. Intercede: Pray specifically for the church in Colona as they navigate their transition.
  3. Worship: Listen to "Lord, I Need You" by Matt Maher. Notice two phrases: “My one defense, my righteousness. Oh God, how I need You!” and “Holiness is Christ in me.”
  4. Pray Boldly for your Pastor’s protection, specifically asking for a shield of peace over their family and home.

PRAYER: Father, we confess that our minds are often conformed to the fearful and greedy patterns of this world. We invite Your Spirit to renew our thinking today, washing away old mental ruts of negativity and comparison with the refreshing truth of Your Word. Give us the mind of Christ, that we might see every person and every situation through the lens of Your grace.