Recognizing the prayer is one of the most important things a parent can do for their college student, we have compiled a monthly prayer guide for parents. Each day of the month has a topic for prayer. Please join us in praying for CIU! You can download a copy of the prayer guide here.
1 - Students - love for God, desire to study His Word, daily intimacy with Him
2 - President, Dr. Bill Jones - continued wisdom, strength, spiritual leadership
3 - Faculty - teaching grounded in Scripture, connections with students, personal lives that exemplify Christ, sensitivity to students
4 - Prayer and Faith - seeking, loving, and needy hearts; constant dependence on God
5 - Ben Lippen (a Christian school for grades K4-12) - Godly teachers and young people
6 - Freshmen - adjustment to college, maturity, friendships, a Columbia church home
7 - Finances - joyful reliance upon God for material provision
8 - Safety - in school events and activities, in traveling to and from campus
9 - Field Education - life-changing ministry to the Columbia, SC community, fruitfulness
10 - Evangelical Unity - oneness in spirit and purpose, growth as a community
11 - Seniors - passion for God, campus leadership, sensitivity to God's leading regarding future plans
12 - International Students - transition to a new culture, new friendships
13 - WMHK - sharing the news of God's love and forgiveness with the Columbia, SC area
14 - Roommates - considering the others' needs before their own, love, unity, respect
15 - Chapel Services - students' receptivity to the messages, hearts of worship
16 - Athletics - good physical outlets for all students, Christ-likeness in competition
17 - Authority of Scripture - acceptance of the Bible as final truth, understanding and application
18 - Difficult Issues for Students - struggles with discouragement, fear, loneliness, depression
19 - Sophomores - clarity of mind as they wrestle through life issues, submission to authority
20 - Jobs - opportunities for students to earn money, good experiences and stewardship
21 - Administration and Staff - decision-making shaped by the mind of Christ, perseverance, joy
22 - Schoolwork - diligence in their studies, growth in Christ-likeness through coursework
23 - WCRM - sharing the news of God's love and forgiveness with the Charlotte, NC area
24 - Spiritual Disciplines - faithfulness in daily meeting with God through prayer and time in His Word
25 - Campus Organizations - clarity of purpose, heart to serve CIU and Columbia, SC area
26 - Juniors - steadfast walk with God, continued seeking of God, future direction
27 - Victorious Christian Living - daily yielding and trusting; joy and peace; through the Spirit becoming more like Christ
28 - Board of Trustees - continued love for the Lord, seeking God's counsel in their daily lives
29 - Relationships - purity and respect for students in dating relationships; strong commitment and love for married students; patience and compassion for students with children
30 - World Evangelization - that God would be glorified throughout the world; witness in the local and regional centers of influence extending to the ends of the earth
Visit the CIU News for more ideas about how to pray for CIU and its ministries.
