decatur prayer walk
Welcome to
Decatur
North
As you find the North Welcome to Decatur sign, pray that God would change us and our city through His love & grace.
1Corinthians 13
Welcome to
Decatur
South
As you find the South Welcome to Decatur sign, pray that we would commit ourselves to trust God, His Word, and fear & love Him.
Ephesians 1:13-14
Welcome to
Decatur
East
As you find the East Welcome to Decatur sign, pray that we would ask God how He would have us do His will.
Ephesians 1:17-23
Welcome
to
Decatur
West
As you find the West Welcome to Decatur sign, pray that the Lord would give us a burden for saving souls.
Luke 10:1-8
BRE
LAW
Pray for our businesses & the marketplace in Decatur! Pray that they would flourish & grow.
Scriptures:
Colossians 1:9-11 &
1Corinthians 1:5-8
HINT:
Go to the green clock & look around, you won't find me on the ground!
Court
House
Look for the little army man by the court house & pray over our country & our government.
Scriptures:
2Thessalonians 1:11-12 &
Isaiah 63:15-16, 64:1-7
HINT:
Looking over the memorial & house, you will find me as tiny as a mouse.
Decatur
Arts
Council
Pray for creativity to be released and be glorifying to God in Decatur. Take some time to notice the art around you today!
Scriptures:
Acts 4:29-31 & Acts 2:17-21
HINT:
Out front you will find me watch your step!... Oh, grate!
Decatur Transfer
House
Pray for the homeless & marginalized in the city. We encourage you to respond to the Lord with an act of kindness as you pray this focus.
Scriptures:
Philippians 1:9-11 &
2Thessalonians 3:1-5
HINT:
I am not that hard to see, attached to the pipe you will find me.
Fire& Police
Stations
Pray for our first responders! Pray at the Fire & Police Station . After your prayer, tie a ribbon on the key chain!
Scriptures:
Ephesians 3:16-19 &
2Thessalonians 1:11-12
HINTS:
Fire- It won't cost you $1 to park, but here you will find me in a box under that which lights the dark!
Police- Walking up the hill towards the station, you will find me like a sign near a "solid" location.
Public
Library
Pray for your neighborhood. We have included a map of the city, so as you pray, highlight your neighborhood!
Scripture:
Romans 15:5-6
HINT:
Around the building the butterflies fly, I am camouflaged to the eye.
Decatur House
of
Prayer
Find the prayer point at the back side of DHOP & pray over the Church in Decatur! Revival in our city &
Jesus be known.
Scriptures:
2Thessalonians 3:1-5,
Colossians 1:9-11 &
1Thessalonians 3:10-13
HINT:
Take a picture at the back of DHOP!
Civic
Center
Pray for the entertainment & media area. You can also look for 10 butterflies around the civic center!Pray for transformation!
Scriptures:
Acts 4:29-31 &
Acts 2:17-21
HINT:
You might be walking in for a show, but look to the left, is it green for go?
St Mary's
Hospital
Pray for health over Decatur and over loved ones. As you pray, stamp your hand to remember to pray for those who need healing!
Scriptures:
Ephesians 3:16-19 &
Romans 15:5-6, 13
HINT: Parking by the garden where prayers are prayed, you will find me around the base of the closest pole where light is made.
Decatur
Lake
Pray to hear the voice of the Lord in your life! Let yourself be distraction free & get alone with the Lord. Quiet yourself to hear from Him.
Scripture: Psalm 23
HINT: On the hill there is a better view to see the world God made for you. This bush isn't burning, but you will find me there near a tree.
Millikin
University
Pray for a change in our schools & educational system! While you pray, tie a ribbon around the key chain, so that we can see how many are praying.
Scriptures:
Ephesians 1:17-19 &
Colossians 1:9-11
HINT:
Walking from University Commons toward Shilling Hall you will find me on the side of the wall.
Fairview
Park
Pray for families! First, find the hidden box, it's in a tree! Then pray with and for your family.
Scriptures:
Romans 15:5-6, 13
& Philippians 1:9-11
HINT:
Take your friends and family out to the park and spend time together. Go and play and pray this prayer on your way.
why a prayer walk?
We believe that prayer is the most important thing that we, as believers, can do to further the Kingdom of God! We want to encourage an atmosphere of night & day prayer in this city and region. A prayer walk is a great way to get the whole community involved in praying for our city and region! It is a great, family-friendly, fun way to impact the city in a big way!