O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the LORD our maker - Psalms 95:6.
On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, we will be observing our one-day Prayer & Fasting. Our goal is to be in fasting from 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The focal point will be “Renewed”. We are reminded of God’s words in Ezekiel 37:6 “ And I will lay sinews upon you, and will bring up flesh upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and ye shall live; and ye shall know that I am the LORD.”
The definition of renewed is having been resumed, re-established, or revived. Ezekiel 37 is a powerful scripture that deals with God’s restoration of His people. It describes a powerful vision that God gave to Ezekiel. He was transported to a desolate valley filled with “very dry bones”, symbolizing the seemingly hopeless spiritual death and ruin of Isreal during their Babylonian exile. The Lord asked Ezekiel, “can these bones live?” Ezekiel responds by saying “O Lord God, thou knowest” This showed his humble acknowledgement of God’s omnipotence and omniscience -recognizing that only God possesses the power and knowledge to bring life to the seemingly dead nation of Israel. His response declared that God alone holds the power to do the impossible. He acknowledged that from a human viewpoint, we see only death, but God sees the life that can still emerge. There are times when we encounter circumstances that appear hopeless in our estimation, but when we place them in God’s hands, we can experience the miraculous. Nothing is ever a guess with God; His knowledge is complete, His purpose sure. We read in Ephesians 3:20 - “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” When we recognize God’s sovereignty in every circumstance, we, like the prophet Ezekiel, will place our hope and trust in the God who cannot fail.
2026 is a year of renewal for the people of God. The Lord desires to renew our passion for prayer, fasting and studying His words. These three seemingly insignificant things are extremely important to our spiritual development. We are living in a time that warrants us spending more time in the presence of God. Only in God’s presence do our eyes adjust to His perspective, allowing us to see as He sees. So, when we encounter dead places in our lives, we can rely on God to breathe His life back into them.
We encounter situations that seem impossible. Many of us have been praying for our unsaved loved ones for many years and have not seen any changes. It appears the more we pray, the farther they seem to be away from God. But let me assure you that the prayer of the righteous avails much (James 5:16). Prayer is working even when we can’t see any changes. The walls of Jericho were fortified, and going around it seven times did not seem to make sense. But their obedience was crucial for God to work miracles. It was only when they completed what God said that the walls came down. We are told that men ought to always pray and not faint (St. Luke 1:18). This is a biblical command urging persistent, unwavering prayer, even when answers seem delayed. It is important to know that God is on the job, and it will come to pass. God’s timing is not our timing. Our family may appear to be like those very dry bones, but note that they can be renewed. God can work on their calloused heart - just praise Him until it comes to fruition.
Many of us are also petitioning God for renewed health and blessing in our finances. Saints, we serve a God whose “…hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither His ear heavy, that it cannot hear. (Isaiah 59:1).” He is still mighty, still attentive, and still moving on behalf of His people. We are told to “make our petitions known unto Him” (Philippians 4:6). The heavens are open to our petitions; just ask in faith, not doubting God, and watch Him move. God desires to renew the dead situations in our lives for His glory; we simply need to trust His heart when we cannot trace His hand.
So, as we embark upon our one day of Prayer & Fasting, let us pray in faith and patiently wait for the answers. Remember, God wants to revive the dead situations in our lives and bring them back to life.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Focus: Personal, Church and Community Renewal
Scriptures: (5 am – Ezekiel 37:1-14), (12 pm – Isaiah 60), (8 pm – Joel 2: 18-29).
~ Pray that the Lord will renew our passion for His word, Prayer and Fasting.
~ Pray that the Lord will renew our health and finances.
~ Pray that the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard in our assembly.
~ Pray that the Lord will renew the strength of our leaders and open their spiritual eyes and ears to His will for them and the congregation.
~ Pray that we, as a congregation, will develop a deep burden for the lost within our community and those in our sphere of influence.
You are being asked to pray thrice: Morning, Noon, and Evening/Night. Please make a special effort to participate in all prayer sessions. The number for the UAC Prayer Line is (551-258-6254). Members taking medications are encouraged to consult their doctors before fasting.
