In the Bible, interceding refers to standing in the gap and pleading with God on behalf of others. It involves praying for others, whether for their salvation, healing, deliverance, or other needs. Intercession is an act of selfless prayer where one seeks God’s will and intervention in the lives of others or for specific situations.
Key Scriptures on Intercession
- Ezekiel 22:30 “And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.”
- This highlights God’s desire for intercessors who will stand in prayer for others.
- 1 Timothy 2:1-2 “I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.”
- Encourages prayer and intercession for all people, especially leaders and authorities.
- Romans 8:26-27 “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.”
- The Holy Spirit assists believers in intercession when they do not know how to pray.
- Hebrews 7:25 “Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.”
- Jesus, our High Priest, continually intercedes for us.
- Genesis 18:23-33 Abraham interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah, pleading with God to spare the city if righteous people were found.
- Exodus 32:11-14 Moses interceded for the Israelites after they sinned by worshiping the golden calf, and God relented from destroying them.
Prayer Points With Scriptures
- For Salvation of Souls
“For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.” (1 Timothy 2:3-4)- Prayer Point: Pray for the salvation of unsaved family members, friends, and nations.
- For Healing and Restoration
“Is any among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.” (James 5:14)- Prayer Point: Intercede for those who are sick and need physical, emotional, or spiritual healing.
- For Nations and Leaders
“The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.” (Proverbs 21:1)- Prayer Point: Pray for wisdom, direction, and righteousness for government leaders and those in authority.
- For Revival in the Church
“Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee?” (Psalm 85:6)- Prayer Point: Intercede for revival in the body of Christ and for spiritual awakening.
- For Families and Relationships
“Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.” (Acts 16:31)- Prayer Point: Pray for the unity, peace, and salvation of families.
- For Deliverance and Protection
“The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them.” (Psalm 34:7)- Prayer Point: Intercede for those under spiritual attacks or in need of deliverance.
Intercession is a powerful expression of love and faith, aligning the believer’s heart with God’s purposes and inviting His will to be done on earth.