Be Ye Thankful 

The principle of thankfulness is foundational throughout scripture. We are admonished to “enter His Gates with Thanksgiving and His Courts with praise” (Psalms 100:4). Thanksgiving is a necessary element of praise and worship which should precede prayer. We should conform to a mindset of thankfulness before we enter into prayer. This conformity will bring peace and contentment to our lives. The “sacrifice of praise” is most exemplified when we are thankful during trials, loss, and other painful situations. While it’s not easy, thankfulness enables us to put on a garment of praise and cast off the spirit of heaviness. In many cases, thankfulness is the solution and cure for depression. Thankfulness should not only be an attitude we have, but it is also something we must become. 

We become thankful through consistency. Consistently practicing and focusing on positives and having more than just “a knowledge” of God’s Word, we must allow a revelation of the eternal hope we have in Jesus Christ. This will enable us to be thankful. We can start by waking up every day thanking Jesus. We can utilize scriptures, such as, “this is the day that the Lord has made, we will rejoice, and be glad in it” (Psalms 118:24). Saying these words out loud will set our state of mind for the day. Thankfulness will bring us through every battle victoriously. In the absence of Thanksgiving, wickedness will take root. We do not want to see the bad fruit that unthankfulness will produce in our lives. The most miserable people are those who are unthankful. Scripture warns of the evil that will befall those who are unthankful. 

This is the warning given to the Church regarding the evil of unthankfulness. “For even though they knew God [as the Creator], they did not honor Him as God or give thanks [for His wondrous creation]. On the contrary, they became worthless in their thinking [godless, with pointless reasonings, and silly speculations], and their foolish heart was darkened” (Romans 1:21 AMP). We see how the minds of those who did not give God thanks were darkened, delusional, and if we were to read on in this chapter, we learn of the wickedness that results from a mindset of unthankfulness. Our hearts, minds, and souls are the seat of authority in our lives, controlling our emotions. Our thinking directly affects our actions. Scripture tells us, “Let this mind be in you that was also in Christ” (Philippians 2:5). When we “become thankful”, we will have the peace of God that passes all understanding. We will wear this cloak of humility that can be seen by all mankind. Strife and division will cease, and we can be that light that shines on until that perfect day. Be ye thankful!

Beth Marie Evans

WNOP Prayer Requests Coordinator

Apostolic Author

International Christian Fellowship

Brookfield, Illinois

Prayers of Thanksgiving, Praise, and Worship

In some form, “thanks” is mentioned 138 times in scripture, “praise” is written 265 times, and “worship” is found 197 times. For an extended time of prayer, read the entirety of the Psalms that have an asterisk (*) beside them. Meditate and apply the scriptures to your own heart and situation. Take time to REMEMBER!

“And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto the LORD, offer it at your own will”  (Leviticus 22:29).

“Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people. Sing unto him, sing psalms unto him, talk ye of all his wondrous works”  (I Chronicles 16:8, 9).

“… And let thy name be magnified for ever, saying, The LORD of hosts is the God over Israel: and let the house of thy servant David be established before thee …” (II Samuel 7:26). 

Psalm 100:1–5 - A Psalm of Praise unto God *

Psalm 18:1–3 - Praise to God on a Day of Deliverance *

Psalm 30:4, 5, 11, 12 - A Song of Dedication and Praise *

Psalm 50:1, 14, 15, 22, 23 - Our God is a Righteous Judge *

Psalm 79:13; Psalm 95:1–3 - A Call to Worship and Obedience *

Psalm 107:1–3 - Thanksgiving to the LORD for His Great Works of Deliverance *

Psalm 116:1–2 - Thanksgiving for Deliverance from Death *

In I Thessalonians 5:16–18, Paul writes about God’s will for you! “Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”  Amen.

Rev. Jeff Tracy

New Life St. Louis

Bridgeton, Missouri

If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression, prayer is an exceptional tool. Jesus loves when we come to Him with our sorrows! However, don't hesitate to reach out to a professional, in addition to the spiritual leaders in your life. We have each other for a reason! For those battling suicidal thoughts an additional resource includes: National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255

The World Network of Prayer Presents 

24/7 WATCH: A Year-Round Initiative for 24/7 Prayer

As of January 1, 2024, WNOP has continued the 24/7 prayer and fasting chain worldwide. It has been such a great success in 2023 that it was requested again. Each week WNOP is posting a prayer focus as daily prayer for the entire week. Also, weekly a video is posted on the WNOP Facebook Page of a prayer leader and/or minister leading in periodic prayer.

Many people throughout the world have signed up by committing in their hearts unto God that they will consistently join together in united prayer and fasting. WNOP also has partnered with those in local churches who are already a part of a current 24-hour prayer chain. All of these hours of consecration are culminating to help provide a complete mass prayer covering over the entire Church body and to help bring greater success in all that we do in Christ! Together, let’s “watch and pray” and behold great and mighty things in the kingdom of God! Let’s prevail over the enemy with victory and declare, “Not on My Watch!”



Flo Shaw

WNOP Director

November 24/7 World Leaders (WEEK 3)

Evangelism: World Leaders



Following is the “24/7 Watch” daily prayer focus for this week. Join us in consistent prayer & fasting.

Access Challenged Nations

Join the World Network of Prayer and Global Missions in praying for these nations which need a stronger missionary presence. We will focus on one nation each week.

WNOP Events

• 24/7 WATCH (January 1 – December 31)
• 30 Days of Prayer (January 2-31)
• **SoCal District Summons (January 4-6)
• **Hawaii District Prayer Conference: INOP (January 17-20)
• **ENA Regional Prayer Conference, Amman, Jordan (January 25-27)
• **New York Metro District Summons (January 25-27)
• **North Central Jersey District Prayer Conference (February 9-10)
• Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (UPCI) (March 21-23)
• UPCI Ministers International Day of Prayer & Fasting: Purim (March 23-24)
• National Day of Prayer (May 2)
• **Rocky Mountain District Prayer Conference (May 17-18)
• Global Day of Prayer/Pentecost Sunday (May 19)
• 2024 WNOP International Summons, St. Charles, MO (June 13-15)
• AYC (YM) Washington DC Trip (June 17-24)
• AYC (YM) New York City, NY Trip (July 8-15)
• AYC (YM) Alaska Trip (July 15-July 22)
• AYC (YM) Long Beach, California Trip (July 22-29)
• **Maine District Prayer Conference (August 2-3)
• Virginia District Prayer Conference (August 8-10)
• New England Territory Summons: RI (Host), MA, CT, NH, VT, & ME (August 15-17)
• Operation SoCal - General Conference (August 30-31)
• Operation Turkey (September 9-19)
• UPCI Day of Prayer (September 25)
• UPCI Prodigals Day of Prayer (October 6)
• San Diego “TNT” Prayer Conference (October 18-19)
• MAP Conference: ABI/ABC, St. Paul, MN (October 25-27)
• Florida District Prayer Conference (November 1-2)
• Day of Prayer: Persecuted Church (November 3)
• **Georgia District Prayer Conference (November 7-9)
• Southeast Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (November 14-16)
• **South Carolina District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **Arkansas District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **Oklahoma District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **South Texas District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• New Orleans Regional Prayer Conference (TBD)
• Ontario Sectional Prayer Summons (Various Dates)
• **Wisconsin District Prayer Conference (TBD)
• **Detroit Metro District Prayer Summons (TBD)
• Operation Taiwan, Singapore, and Indonesia (TBD)
• YM + WNOP Summons (Rescheduled Dates TBD)
• Northwest Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (March 13-15, 2025)
• Northwest Regional Summons: RMD, AK/YT, BC, OR, WA, ID (April 10-12, 2025)
• WNOP Leadership Retreat, Weldon Spring, Missouri (June 4-6, 2025)
• WNOP Kids & Youth Prayer Training Seminar, Weldon Spring, Missouri (July 30-August 1, 2025)
• London, England Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (August 27-29, 2025)
• Canada Fivefold Ministry Discovery Conference (November 13-15, 2025)

Note: *Pending Executive Board approval. **Some events are International/District Board approved, but promoted by WNOP. Also, more 2024 event dates will be added to the WNOP Calendar later as approved by the Executive Board or submitted (District). For more info, please contact WNOP at 636-229-7986.