The Great Commission is a TEACHING as well as PREACHING commission!

Mt 28:19-20 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (NAS) Teach them all I commanded you.

Did you know that Jesus gave us 50 commandments to take to the nations?

The 50 commandments of Christ will change a nation. Notice how Jesus commands us to both preach repentance and TEACH THEM TO “OBSERVE ALL THINGS THAT I COMMANDED YOU”. We tend to focus on getting people saved, or born again. That is certainly the start. This however is called the “Gospel of Salvation.”

The “Gospel of the Kingdom” on the other hand is the Gospel we are called to preach. It includes the call to repentance but goes much further. It 7 Mountains of Culture reaches into the world system and threatens Satan’s control over the nations. It is a teaching commission along side a preaching commission. It has been neglected too long.

To disciple a nation you need a philosophy that governs all aspects of behavior yet is flexible enough to apply to all sectors of society. What are the sectors of society the gospel must penetrate in order to disciple nations?

There are in fact seven mountains or world kingdoms that make up the matrix in which the culture of every nation exists. These mountains are also called “mind molders”, because the person who controls the tops of these mountains has leverage over the minds and lives of those beneath in every other mountain. The church has a message for each of these mountains. We need to both demonstrate the power of God and recover our confidence in the practical, life changing dynamic that is unleashed when society is built on non optional universal life principles- the commandments of Christ! It is the absence of this moral foundation that explains why it is easier to liberate a country from dictatorship than it is to bring it into order and prosperity once the dictator is out of power.

Dear [first name],

When we officially stopped the weekly Pray Culpeper gatherings in the summer of 2007 after meeting consistently for two years, I asked the LORD to have at least three pastors commit to come together to pray weekly.

Well, yesterday (Nov 4) at our Pray Culpeper gathering, we had three pastors for the first time in several years. I’d like to say a special thank you to pastors Baker Rigg, Brad Hales, and GW Dameron for coming and for your commitment to praying with others for Jesus to be LORD of Culpeper.

“Awake, you who sleep, Arise from the dead, And Christ will give you light.”

I’d also like to say thank you to Virginia Morton and Dewey McDonnell for coming and for your faithful support of Pray Culpeper over the past four years. You both have been such an encouragement to me.

We were also blessed yesterday with the presence and prayers of Sheran Rigg, Baker’s wife. Sheran normally works on Wednesdays, but happened to be off yesterday. Sheran and Baker have seven children, all of whom were homeschooled by Sheran. Baker and Sheran are hosting a weekly community prayer gathering on Monday evenings starting at 7 pm at Church on the Rise (1136 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701). I have found that very rewarding. If you’re available, you’re invited to come to that.

Another breakthrough happened yesterday. Dewey hung our large Pray Culpeper banner for the very first time outside of Reformation Luther Church facing Main Street for several hours before, during, and after we prayed. By doing that, everyone driving down Main Street could see God’s call for people to pray. Thank you Dewey.

One last thing. I just received an email from Chauncey Hutter, Jr this afternoon announcing “Awake! Arise!” in Charlottesville, VA on Sat Nov 21. This is a one-day retreat of worship, prayer and practical teaching on drawing close to the presence of the Lord and encountering Jesus in a way which awakens the soul! I definitely plan to come. If you’d like to learn more, see http://bit.ly/3gOFix

Hope to see you soon!

Blessings to pray, pray, pray!

Randy Peck, M.D.
“Blessed to be a blessing”
THE CONNECTOR and The Journal Guy

P.S. If are interested in Joining our World-Wide Prayer Community, please subscribe to the Pray Culpeper blog at http://prayculpeper.org. We are now posting regularly to share what’s happening locally and regionally regarding prayer and transformation. You also will be exposed to special opportunities to invest in yourself and the Kingdom of God. Be sure to let your friends know too. Thanks.

Dear Friends of The Business of Prayer,

(living in the Central Virginia area)

Joan and I would like to invite you to our home for 1 day prayer retreat. (See details below)

Our heart is to join with other Christians who desire to pray and seek God as THE answer in this hour.

Young and old, mature or new … if your heart wants to go deeper in Christ, please clear out some time in your schedule and come.

God Bless You!

Chauncey & Joan Hutter, Jr

P.S. Please bring a friend, but make sure you RSVP … Thanks!

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The time is now … Let the church arise … Calling all believers, everywhere. Calling students and marketplace Christians … from the business world to the home The time is now … To take your place on the wall … The time is now To Pray …

Awake, sleeper, and rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you! (Eph. 5:14)

Awake! Arise!

A one-day retreat of worship, prayer and practical teaching on drawing close to the presence of the Lord and encountering Jesus in a way which awakens the soul!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

All Day and Evening

Retreat, worship, seminars, food, fellowship, renewal

Guest Speaker: Benjamin Atkinson
Richmond International House of Prayer

Location: The Home of Chauncey and Joan Hutter
60 Blue Springs Lane
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Please Invite Your Friends, Neighbors & Co-Workers – ALL Are Welcome!

(To help us prepare, please give us the names of those attending by 11/19/09)

RSVP jhutter@businessofprayer.com
434-979-2829

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Schedule For The Day

Devotional prayer and worship (8-9 a.m.): This optional time invites you to come early and sit in the presence of the Lord. There will be live music for this personal devotional set. Grab a cup of coffee and Bible, and begin your retreat!

Session One (9 — 12 noon): Drawing close to the presence of the Lord — practical teachings to equip you in the secret place.

In this session, we will focus on three topics.

* Encountering Jesus

First, we will take time to learn how to encounter Jesus. We will discuss how to practice “His Presence” throughout the day. Encountering Jesus is something that we can learn to do, and it will affect our lives forever.

* How to read and pray the Bible

Did you know that while you read the Word – you can actually interact with Jesus? In this session we will learn many different practical ways to read and pray your Bible.

* Listening for His Voice

Also during this time we will practice deeper encounter with the “voice of God.” We will teach you to hear the voice of God by using the techniques that have been very successful in the 0 to 5 year old group. You will leave this session empowered to meet God daily.

** Lunch Break and free time for fellowship, a walk along the trail, or some quiet time. Lunch provided; please let us know you’ll be here! **

Session Two (2-5 p.m.): The essence of the secret place

In this session we will talk about our secret place in God, and what it means to truly abide with God. Only you have the ability to love God the way that you can. We will learn how to meet with God and minster back to Him in the secret place of our hearts… that place where you go where it’s just you and God.

** Dinner Break ** Provided! Please sign up in advance. This is a great time to get to know each other better. There will be a special gathering of prayer leaders during this time. Anyone can join in if interested in seeing what God is doing in our city! UVa students are encouraged to gather to exchange ideas about God’s move on grounds!

Session Three (7-10 p.m.): The Awakening!

In our prayer times concerning this day, several of our prayer team discerned the need for a real awakening among believers, that the Bride of Christ would be awakened to her Beloved! In this session, we will see how God awakened His people throughout history, and how He is doing that today! Don’t miss this evening session, as we will also have deep times in worship, prayer and prophetic encouragement from Benjamin.

Again, sign up in advance.

We will pray for every name on the list!

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Special Evening of Worship and Prayer
The Night Before
Friday, November 20, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Harp and Bowl Style Worship and Prayer

Join us as we pray for a great awakening in our city!

*Benjamin Atkinson is a lover and servant of Jesus, ministering to the body of Christ through 24/7 prayer and worship. He and his wife Nadia served at Kansas City International House of Prayer for over four years before moving to the Richmond House of prayer. Their praying family includes Gabriel (5), Emma (3) and Kyah (1). Benjamin and Nadia have been praying near daily, as a couple, and then as a family for 9 years. They value and schedule their lives, around Jesus and prayer. Throughout this time they have shared their experiences by inviting people deeper into the knowledge of God, prayer, and fasting.

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“Prayer opens the way for the Word of God to run without hindrance. It creates the atmosphere that is favorable for the Word to accomplish its purpose.” – E.M. Bounds

I am writing this email to you while in Maui Hawaii on a two week vacation with my wife Julia. Yes, I’m actually taking time off from other things I could be doing on this gorgeous island to encourage and inspire you.

For years, going to Hawaii was a pipe dream for me – something I would do some day. Finally, it became a reality. And journaling played a key role in that. I came here to support Julia, who qualified for the Xterra World Triathlon Championship that took place on Oct 25. And believe it or not, it was actually a big step of faith for me to drop most everything I was doing to come here for two weeks of R&R.

On October 12, I wrote a devotional titled “The LORD is doing a marvelous work in me to SIMPLIFY my life.” SIMPLIFY is my keyword for life. In that I wrote, “While journaling early in the morning on Sept 22, the day after my arrival in Utah for our vacation, the LORD told me to free up my Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays to give me a 4 day weekend every week to allow me much more time for rest, reflection, revelation, prayer, and meditation on the Word of God. My goal is to be STRATEGIC and create MARGIN to bear much fruit for the Kingdom.”

So what? What does this have to do with YOU and Pray Culpeper?

Lots! God is raising the bar for His children to pray and intercede much more – that includes YOU as well as me. God sent me to Utah in late September to rest, reflect, and receive His revelation to free up three days each work week to ABIDE and PRAY.

Let me ask you, “What is more important in your WEEKLY ROUTINE than coming together with other believers to pray for the transformation of your community?” Do you know praying together is what initiated Pentecost and began the great revival in the book of Acts?

There is nothing – let me repeat nothing – that brings UNITY like praying together with other believers in the name of Jesus. It’s one of the fastest and most POWERFUL ways to enter what I call “the Holy Spirit zone,” where the Holy Spirit reveals God’s plans and puts feet to your prayers. It’s where miracles take place.

Prayer is the key to unlocking God’s prevailing power in your life, in your business or ministry, in your community!

So here’s the deal. I’m asking you to make the commitment through December 31, 2009 to come together with other believers in your community to pray at least once a week for the transformation of your community.

Here are 3 simple ways for YOU to GET INVOLVED and stay connected:

1) Subscribe to our World-Wide Prayer Community at www.PrayCulpeper.org

2) Refer 3 friends each week to visit www.PrayCulpeper.org

3) If you live in or near Culpeper, join us for the “HOUR OF POWER” prayer time on Wednesdays at Noon at Reformation Lutheran Church (415 S. Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701). If you can’t come to pray on Wednesdays at noon, other community prayer opportunities include:

a) 7 pm on Mondays at Church on the Rise (1136 Sperryville Pike, Culpeper, VA 22701) led by Pastor Baker Rigg

b) 7 pm on Fridays at Praise The LORD bookstore on Main Street, Culpeper, VA

If you live in another community, state, or nation, make the commitment to start coming together with at least 1-2 other believers to pray for the transformation of your community at least weekly starting this week or next. It’s time to stop making excuses for things we put ahead of prayer.

Blessings to successfully jump the higher bar of prayer!

Randy Peck, M.D.
“Blessed to be a blessing”
THE CONNECTOR and The Journal Guy