Prayer Walking
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Episode Overview
In this episode, Corey and Brian break down the Prayer Walking tool—an essential practice for any disciple maker. Learn how this simple but powerful tool combines spiritual authority, intercession, and relational engagement to bring the Kingdom of God to the spaces and people around you.
Key Takeaways:
What Is Prayer Walking?
A practice of actively walking and praying in the space God has called you to—whether a neighborhood, workplace, sports field, school, or any relational context.
Combines spiritual battle (prayer in the air) and missional engagement (connecting on the ground).
A posture of spiritual ownership where you take responsibility for the area and people.
Primary Focus of Prayer Walking
Intercession: Praying for those around you, asking God to intervene and reveal His work in the space.
Spiritual Battle and Blessing: Taking back territory for the Kingdom by praying against darkness and declaring blessings over people and places.
Finding Persons of Peace: Identifying spiritually open individuals who can be relational gateways to their network of relationships.
3 Principles for Effective Prayer Walking
Pray with Authority
Understand your identity as a child of God and an ambassador of the Kingdom (Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 10).
Pray boldly, combining:
Kingdom Come Prayers: “God, let Your peace and justice reign in this neighborhood.”
Declarative Prayers: “I bless this family with joy and hope in Jesus’ name.”
You’re not a passive observer—you’re standing in the gap as someone who carries Kingdom authority.
Pray Actively
Use All Your Senses: Observe as you walk. What do you see, hear, smell, or feel? Let God stir prayers based on what you notice. Example:
A neglected house → “God, restore hope and life to the people here.”
Kids playing → “Bless the next generation with safety, joy, and purpose.”
Let your walk intersect with people. Be ready to stop and talk—ask how you can pray for them. Spiritual conversations emerge naturally this way.
Pray Strategically
Plan your walk for times when people are around (evenings, weekends, lunchtime).
Partner with others. Prayer walking with teammates provides encouragement and greater spiritual impact.
Focus on weeding (praying against darkness, strongholds) and planting (blessing and declaring Kingdom life).
Example: “I break the spirit of anxiety here and bless this space with peace.”
Why It Matters
Prayer walking helps you discern where God is working and join Him.
It’s a strategic blend of spiritual battle and relational engagement—essential for discovering persons of peace and planting the gospel.
As you walk, you’ll see patterns, rhythms, and opportunities in your context that deepen your understanding of the people and place.
Practical Tips
Start with a Covering Prayer: Pray for protection and the Holy Spirit’s leading.
Engage Aggressively in Prayer: Push back darkness and claim spaces for God’s Kingdom.
Be Open to Interruptions: Stop and talk with people—ask if you can pray for them.
Be Consistent: Regularly prayer walk your space and invite others to join you.
🔗 Access the Prayer Walking Guide: kcunderground.org/toolkit
