PASTOR MIKE & DIANE: That God will give them hearts and minds to understand His will and to obey Him in all things.

PRESIDENT & MRS. BUSH: Pray that God will give President Bush the wisdom and strength to "stay the course" rather than compromise for political expediency during the last couple years of his administration.

GOVERNOR & MR. BLANCO:That God will send someone across their paths who will be able to lead them a to a saving knowledge of Christ.

IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Pray that those who have continued in their faithfulness to Christ through IBC will be blessed and rewarded for their perseverance. Pray that God will send some families with a heart for sacrificial work through His church.

UNITED STATES: That our political leaders will turn to Christ. That Christian individuals will offer themselves in service to God by serving the nation politically.

NORTHSHORE BAPTIST ASSOCIATIONS: Pray for Lonnie Wascom as he gives leadership to the Associations along the I-12 corridor.

MARK & MARTITA WANKER: That God will multiply their resources so that their ministry will be effective.

MISSIONARIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD - especially for those in unsettled countries where they are being attacked.

DAVID & REGINA ETTER: Pray that they will be able to overcome the continuing obstacles to effective ministry the enemy is placing in their path there in a restricted country.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY: Pray that Rick and Meredith Cottrell will follow The Holy Spirit's guidance as they prepare to begin this worthy ministry in January.

FIRST PLACE: Pray for Diane Rasberry as she prepares to begin this worthy ministry in January.

OUR MILITARY

Please remember those affiliated with the military and security of our country. Remember the family members that are left at home to handle children and financial responsibilities.

MONDAY

JIM GRIFFIN--Please pray for Jim, as he comes to grips with the consequences of his actions. (10/03/07)

JAMES--Has a blood clot behind his eye, please pray for God's healing and comfort. (requested by Tony Imbraguglio updated 10/16/07)

BRYAN & LAURA CONNER--Please pray that they will both allow God to be the boss of their lives and that His love will show in their actions toward others. (10/16/07)

DESIREE & CHILDREN--Please pray for them as they adjust to the changes in their lives. Pray that the Lord will work in their lives. (requested by Belinda Cozad updated 10/16/07)

TONY & DAWN TURNER--Pray that God will open their eyes to see clearly God's plan for their family. (10/04/07)

EDDIE & ERIKA SEIFERT--Pray that they will see the need to become active in Christ's work. Pray that they will learn how to enjoy the fullest blessings of God by obeying Him in all things. (10/04/07)

TUESDAY

SHARON TAFFARAL--Has cancer and is going through treatments. Please pray for her and her family as they deal with her health issues. (Requested by Deborah Hoard updated 10/16/07)

SHERRIE COZAD--Pray that she will learn to lean on Christ rather than attempting to work out her life's diffiulties on her own. Pray that she will trust God with her life.(updated 10/16/07)

SHAWN GATES--Pray that those friends who influence him away from God's path will lose interest in him. Pray that he will recognize the difference between God's leadership, and Satan's influence. (10/16/07)

SNYDER FAMILY--Please pray for the Lord to work in their lives & bring them to Him. (requested by Belinda Cozad updated 09/24/07)

BETH CARRUTH--Is in kidney failure and has a cyst on the other kidney. Please pray for her health. (requested by Tony Imbraguglio updated 10/16/07)

KAREN--Has blood clots in her lungs and being treated at home. Please pray for healing & for the Lord to touch her life. Friend of Belinda Cozad (updated 10/16/07)

MIKE, JR. & MELISSA RASBERRY--Pray that the pressures of family, business, and finances will help them grow to more closely resemble Christ in every way. (10/04/07)

WEDNESDAY

ERIC WELCH & FAMILY--Please pray for Eric as he serves his country in a war zone. Pray for his wife Deanna, as she attempts to be both Mom and Dad during this time of separation. (updated 10/01/07)

MINDIE--Daughter of Sherrie Cozad, please pray that Mindie's health will be restored. (updated 10/16/07)

SYDNEY LINCOLN--19 y/o who was in a car accident and ran into a tree. Please pray for her recovery and for God's guidance for her family. (requested by Tony Imbraguglio updated 10/16/07)

DAVID & TYRONNE--Please pray for the Lord to be with them & bring them closer to Him and for the Lord to work in their lives. (friends of Belinda Cozad updated 10/16/07)

COREY LEWIS--Stationed in Iraq, and having some personal problems. Please pray for comfort, peace, & the Lord to work in his life. Nephew of Belinda Cozad. (updated 10/16/07)

TRACEY COKRAN--29 y/o who is very sick in Houston. Please pray for God's healing & comfort. Family of Bro. Tony Imbraguglio (updated 10/16/07)

STEVE LANDECHE FAMILY--Pray that they will grow in God's grace and allow Him to lead their lives. (10/04/07)

THURSDAY

JIM & JERRY LOUPE--Please pray for their health as they are experiencing many health issues. (requested by Tony Imbraguglio updated 10/16/07)

CAMILLE BOUTRAN--Please pray for her as she is having some health issues. (requested by tony Imbraguglio updated 10/16/07)

HALEY--Please pray for salvation. (requested by Rebecca Cozad updated 10/16/07)

CURT COZAD--Had surgery on his shoulder on Oct. 11th. Please pray for quick healing and comfort. (requested by Belinda Cozad 10/11/07)

FRIEND & HIS SON--Please pray for healing hurts & bringing them closer to the Lord & for the Lord to touch their lives & provide for them in their time of need. (requested by Belinda Cozad updated 10/16/07)

SHANNON LIPPS--Pray that Shannon will be drawn to Christ, and commit herself to His service through His church. (10/04/07)

LEA COTTRELL--Pray that Lea will turn to Christ and allow Him to be the boss of her life. Pray that God will send a Godly man across her path to help her find her way. (daughter of Rick Cottrell 10/04/07)

LAURA CARREL--Pray that Laura will be open to God's guidance in her life. Pray that her husband will turn to Christ. (10/04/07)

FRIDAY

KAREN HADLEY'S GRANDSON -- Please pray for quick healing from this last surgery. Praise God that he is home recovering. Also please pray strength and peace for Karen and her family (updated 10/16/07)

RICHARD BENNETT--He is living at a Youth Camp where he is learning self-control, and to live effectively with that community. Pray that he will grow to trust completely in Christ. (updated 10/04/07)

IBC YOUTH & THEIR FAMILIES--Please pray that God will be first in each of their lives and they will learn to serve Him. (updated 10/01/07)

HOLLY WALLACE--Please pray for salvation. (updated 10/16/07)

CARROLL TOWNSEND--Minister of Education at First Baptist Slidell. Carroll's wife passed away late in September after a long battle with cancer. Please pray that God will comfort Carroll and his son during this time. (09/28/07)

CHARLOTTE HOLMES--Pray that Charlotte will allow Christ to use her in His service. Pray that she will be able to help her children grow up strong in His service. (10/04/07)

ALFRED & VANICE ZENON--Pray that Vanice will follow through on her desire to follow Christ. Pray that Alfred will realize his own need and allow Christ to direct His paths. (10/04/07)

LYNDON & CRYSTAL REIMONENQ--Pray taht Crystal will recover quickly from recent surgery. Pray that Lyndon will be the continual support she needs during these days. Pray that Christ and His church will come to occupy the place of prominence in their lives. (10/04/07)