1. That our homes would be in order, seeking to imitate our elders (1 Timothy 3:4).

2. That we would love our local churches and not be lone rangers (Hebrews 10:25, 1 Peter 2:17).

3. That God would provide encouraging and faithful friends (Proverbs 18:24).

4. That we would not lose our zeal. “Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.” (Romans 12:11)

5. That we would not be acerbic, but rather courteous and kind. “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.” (Colossians 4:6)

6. That God would give us opportunities to boldly proclaim the gospel: “Pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ.” (Colossians 3:3-4)

7. That personal sin or ministry failure would not sap our joy; that forgiveness would restore our overflowing joy and open our mouths (Psalm 51:12-13).