The ACTS Devotional Prayer Model is a model of devotional prayer based on the tabernacle of Moses. When practiced regularly, this model brings the devotee consistently into a deep sense of the presence of God, where you can encounter Him and hear His voice.

The ACTS model is designed to be used in your set times of devotional prayer, although it is also very powerful when used together in a group. In fact, we encourage everyone, especially when developing a devotional prayer life, to pray together with others. A set prayer time with others is the surest way to be consistent at the beginning. And vocalizing prayer with others helps us stay focused and helps us develop a devotional vocabulary.

As you begin your prayer time, divide your time into four equal parts, one for adoration, one for confession and proclamation, one for thanksgiving and inquiry, and one for supplication. However, if one area feels especially strong, feel free to spend more time there.

Each section of this guide has far more material than can be covered in one setting. It is designed this way, so you always have fresh material to pray. Scan the section to find the scriptures that most closely address your needs and what you are feeling.

The "Call to the Wall" contains powerful insights into the heart of God, and His glorious unfolding plan in our generation.

Praying Scriptures

This guide is nearly 100% scripture. There is no more powerful way to pray than praying scripture. We have spent several years developing this prayer guide. We have turned the scriptures into first-person prayers -- so instead of "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want," the guide says You are my shepherd, I shall not want."