The PRESS Movement Prayer Podcast

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast with guest host, De'Shaun Harewood, we examine one of the shortest prayers in Scripture—3 John 2—but discover one of its deepest truths. John's prayer for Gaius is often quoted as a promise of prosperity and health, yet the heart of the prayer is frequently overlooked. John doesn't simply wish success for Gaius; he desires that every are...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast with guest host Mmabwe Mulawisha, we explore James 5 and discover a powerful truth: God does not waste pain. James encourages believers to endure hardship, pray through affliction, seek healing, and trust God in every season of life. Using Job as an example, the passage reminds us that endurance is possible because God's mercy is greater than our...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, we journey into Hebrews 13 with Erin Harris and explore one of the most powerful closing prayers in Scripture. The unknown author of Hebrews concludes a book filled with faith, endurance, sacrifice, and perseverance by pointing believers back to the One who makes it all possible—Jesus Christ.  Throughout Hebrews, readers are reminded that Jesus is gre...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, we explore Paul's prayer in 2 Thessalonians 1 and what it means to be counted worthy of the calling of God. Writing to a church facing persecution and hardship, Paul doesn't promise easier circumstances. Instead, he prays that God would strengthen them, fulfill the work of faith with power, and glorify Himself through their lives.  Reagan Po...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, with guest host Will Irvin, we dive into 1 Thessalonians 3—a powerful reminder that standing strong in faith is rarely easy, but it is always worth it. Paul writes to believers who are facing pressure, persecution, and opposition simply because they chose to follow Christ. Instead of pretending hardship won’t come, Paul encourages them to stand fast,...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, we unpack Paul’s prayer in Colossians 1—a prayer focused on spiritual maturity, endurance, and truly knowing God. Paul doesn’t pray for comfort. He prays that believers would be filled with the knowledge of God’s will, spiritual wisdom, and understanding so they can walk worthy of the Lord. This episode explores the difference between knowing about Go...

In this episode, we explore Paul’s powerful prayer in Philippians 1—a prayer that goes deeper than surface-level faith. Paul doesn’t just pray for love. He prays that love would abound with knowledge and judgment . Why? Because love alone, without truth and discernment, can lead us in the wrong direction. True, biblical love is not passive—it is intentional, informed, and aligned with God’s will....

In this episode, we dive into the powerful prayer of Ephesians 3—a prayer focused not on circumstances, but on strength, faith, and understanding who God truly is. Paul prays that believers would be strengthened in their inner man, rooted and grounded in love, and filled with the fullness of God. This isn’t surface-level faith—this is deep, unshakable connection. The episode highlights a key truth...

This episode explores the powerful prayer found in Ephesians 1—a prayer not for more, but for revelation. Paul writes to the church at Ephesus, a city filled with spiritual resistance, false gods, and cultural opposition. Yet instead of praying for their circumstances to change, he prays that their understanding would change . He prays for wisdom.  He prays for revelation.  He prays that their eye...

This episode dives into the depth and purpose of the Book of Romans—a powerful, systematic revelation of the gospel. Paul shifts from preaching to teaching, unpacking sin, grace, salvation, and what it truly means to live transformed. At the center of this episode is a simple but weighty prayer:   “My heart’s desire and prayer to God… is that they might be saved.” Paul’s burden wasn’t theoretical—...

In Acts 16, we see what real faith looks like under pressure. Paul and Silas are doing exactly what God called them to do—preaching, delivering, and advancing the gospel. But obedience doesn’t lead them to comfort… it leads them to conflict.  After casting a spirit out of a young woman, they are beaten, falsely accused, and thrown into prison. Bound. Broken. Publicly humiliated. Yet at midnight… t...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, we explore  the powerful events of Acts chapter 12 and what they reveal about prayer, pressure, and God’s response. The early church is expanding rapidly—even through persecution. What began as chaos through the scattering of believers becomes a catalyst for growth, as the gospel reaches beyond the Jews to the Gentiles. God is proving that His power h...

In Acts 9, we encounter one of the most powerful moments in Scripture—the transformation of Saul. A man who once hunted the church, approved of murder, and operated with authority to destroy believers suddenly comes face-to-face with Jesus. What makes this moment so powerful isn’t just the encounter—it’s the response. Saul doesn’t argue. He doesn’t defend himself. He asks one question: “Lord, what...

In this episode, we walk through the powerful and sobering story of Stephen in Acts 6–7—the first martyr of the New Testament. Full of faith, wisdom, and the Holy Ghost, Stephen boldly stood on truth even when it cost him everything. Instead of defending himself before the Sanhedrin, he delivered one of the longest speeches in Scripture, exposing a pattern: God sends truth, and people reject it. H...

What do you do when obedience gets you in trouble? In Acts 4, Peter and John are arrested, threatened, and commanded to stop speaking in the name of Jesus—all because of a miracle. But instead of backing down, they respond with one of the boldest prayers in Scripture. They don’t ask for safety.  They don’t ask for protection.  They don’t ask God to remove the pressure. They ask for MORE. More bold...

In Acts chapter 3, Peter and John encounter a man who had been lame from birth, sitting daily at the temple gate begging for help. Like many people in need, he expected money. But God had something greater in store. The power was not in Peter or John—it was in the name of Jesus .  In a world full of imitation power, the authority of Jesus’ name still brings healing, restoration, and transformation...

In this episode of the Press Movement Podcast, we step into the opening chapter of Acts of the Apostles—the birth of the New Testament church. About 120 believers gather in an upper room waiting for the promise Jesus gave them: the Holy Ghost. But while they wait in prayer, they also face an important decision. Judas has fallen, leaving a place empty among the twelve apostles. The church must now...

In this powerful episode, we stand at the cross during the darkest hour in history. From Gospel of Luke 23 to Gospel of Matthew 27, we witness Jesus in His final moments—feeling forsaken, crying out in agony, yet refusing to abandon His assignment. “My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me?” These are not the words of unbelief. They are the honest cry of humanity in pain. Jesus shows us that fait...

At Calvary, Jesus offers one of the most powerful prayers ever recorded: “Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do.” Beaten beyond recognition, publicly humiliated, abandoned by His closest followers, and nailed to a cross, Jesus does not pray for rescue or revenge. He prays for forgiveness — in the middle of His suffering. This episode explores the depth of that moment. Forgiveness he...

In the Garden of Gethsemane, we witness one of the most vulnerable moments in scripture. Jesus, fully aware of the cross before Him, falls on His face and prays, “Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me.” He prays it once. Then again. And again. This episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast explores the power of repeated prayer and the strength found in surrender. Gethsemane shows us tha...

There are moments when everything you’ve prayed for feels like it’s hanging in the balance — not finished yet, but somehow already decided.  That’s exactly where Jesus prays in John 17 . In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast , we step into one of the most powerful prayers ever recorded — the prayer Jesus prayed right before everything changed . He declares, “Father, the hour is come,” and...

In this episode of the PRESS Movement Podcast, we dive into a prayer that reveals what to do when purpose feels heavy and pressure feels unavoidable. From John 12, Jesus prays a simple but powerful prayer:   “Father, glorify thy name.” Surrounded by growing attention, rising opposition, and the weight of His calling, Jesus doesn’t ask to escape the moment — He embraces it. His soul is troubled. Th...

What do you do when God hears your prayer—but doesn’t move on your timeline? In this episode of the Press Movement Podcast with De'Shaun Harewood , we step into John chapter 11 , where Jesus stands at a tomb, grief is heavy, faith is strained, and hope feels late. Lazarus is dead. Mary and Martha are mourning. The crowd is watching. And Jesus does something unexpected—He prays with confidence...

As we step into 2026, the PRESS Movement Podcast turns our focus to a prayer that reveals how easy it is to miss God—even when He is standing right in front of us. In John chapter 6 , the people prayed, “Lord, evermore give us this bread.” What they didn’t realize was that the Bread of Life was already there. They chased miracles, signs, and provision, yet failed to recognize Jesus as the answer t...

In this episode of the Press Movement Podcast , we explore one of the most powerful faith moments in the New Testament— the healing of the nobleman’s son in John 4 . When desperation meets faith, this father travels miles to reach Jesus, begging Him to come and heal his dying child. But Jesus responds in an unexpected way. Instead of going with him, Jesus speaks a word: “Go thy way; thy son liveth...