Strategic Intercession

Melanie Boudreau
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StrategicIntercession.com  Discover powerful prayer techniques and inspiring stories that equip you to build effective prayer coverage for Kingdom leadership. Hosted by Melanie Boudreau, a seasoned leader in focused prayer and author, each episode shares proven intercession strategies with real stories about how strategic prayer transforms leaders in church, government, and business.  Learn practical tools to recognize spiritual warfare, build protective prayer shields, and align your prayers with God's will to advance His purposes through your life, ministry, and leadership. Whether you're establishing prayer coverage or serving as an intercessor, join this journey to unlock the full potential of strategic intercession.

  1. 19 - The Curse Trap: Praying for Enemies and Responding to Opposition

    SEP 22

    19 - The Curse Trap: Praying for Enemies and Responding to Opposition

    When violence shakes nations and opposition rises against believers, the instinct for retaliation—even in prayer—can lead intercessors into a dangerous trap. This episode reveals how prayers intended as "righteous judgment" can actually empower darkness, explores the radical difference between Old Testament imprecatory psalms and New Testament prayer through Christ, and provides seven strategic approaches for praying that align with God's heart for transformation rather than destruction. The distinction between crisis intercession and strategic intercession becomes critical for those who want their prayers to defeat darkness rather than feed it. Key Topics Covered The danger of weaponizing prayer and how it mirrors witchcraftUnderstanding imprecatory psalms through the lens of ChristReconciling Old Testament justice prayers with New Testament blessingHow God's own heart grieves over the wicked (Isaiah 15-16)Identifying the real enemy: spiritual powers vs. flesh and bloodBreaking free from zero-sum thinking in Kingdom perspectiveThe difference between crisis intercession and strategic intercessionRobbie Dawkins' "revenge" model: souls for the Kingdom at murder sitesJoseph and Stephen as models of strategic intercessionSeven powerful strategies for praying for enemiesPersonal transformation through obedient blessing of persecutorsSetting boundaries while maintaining blessing posture Scriptural Foundations Romans 12:14 - Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curseMatthew 5:44 - Love your enemies, pray for those who persecute youEphesians 6:12 - Wrestling against principalities and powers, not flesh and bloodPsalm 37 - Do not fret because of evil, trust in the LordEzekiel 9 - God marks those who grieve over unrighteousnessEzekiel 33:11 - God takes no pleasure in the death of the wickedIsaiah 15-16 - God's heart weeping over judgment on MoabProverbs 24 - Warning against rejoicing when enemies fallActs 7 - Stephen's prayer of forgiveness while being stonedGenesis 50 - Joseph's declaration "You meant it for evil, but God meant it for good" Resources Mentioned Identity Thief: Exposing Satan's Plan to Steal Your Purpose, Passion, and Power by Robbie Dawkins - Aurora church planting testimony"God, What Do You Want To Be For Me Now?" by Graham Cooke - Teaching on asking what God wants to be for us in challenging situations that He couldn't be at any other time Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/019 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    23 min
  2. 18 - Diminishment: Canceling the Counsel That Silences Intercessors

    AUG 12

    18 - Diminishment: Canceling the Counsel That Silences Intercessors

    The spirit of diminishment operates as a subtle demonic scheme that shrinks prayer life, weakens calling, and causes believers to question if their prayers matter. This episode exposes how comparison and self-doubt silence intercessors, introduces the concept of 12 distinct prayer anointings, explains five of these anointings in detail, and provides practical wisdom for embracing your unique prayer identity while building effective prayer shields for leaders. Key Topics Covered Identifying the spirit of diminishment and its tacticsHow the enemy uses distraction to steal focus from JesusBreaking free from prayer comparison and self-consciousnessIntroduction to 12 prayer anointings from Tommi Femrite's bookDetailed exploration of five prayer anointings: List, Mercy, Warfare, Personal, and PropheticUnderstanding your unique prayer personality and giftingThe pitfalls and strengths of each prayer anointingCreating accessible corporate prayer environmentsThe difference between prayer meetings and prayer shieldsStrategic selection of intercessors for leadership coverageBuilding custom prayer teams that match specific assignments Scriptural Foundations 2 Corinthians 2:11 - Not ignorant of enemy's schemesEphesians 6:11 - Put on full armor to stand against schemesJames 5:17 - Elijah was human like us yet prayed powerfullyJames 5:16 - Prayer of righteous person is powerful and effectiveLuke 19:41-42 - Jesus weeping over Jerusalem Resources Mentioned 12 Prayer Anointings Guide - Free resource exploring all twelve prayer personalities Intercessors: Discover Your Prayer Power by Tommi Femrite - Referenced framework Hearing God by Dallas Willard - Developing conversational relationship with God Episode 12 Authority in Action: Healing Prayer for Kingdom Leaders - How to pray for healing and see God move Apostolic Intercessors Network (AIN) - Custom prayer shield services Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/018 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    30 min
  3. 17 - Spiritual Ground Zero: Breaking Strongholds Beneath Your Feet

    MAY 24

    17 - Spiritual Ground Zero: Breaking Strongholds Beneath Your Feet

    Land can carry spiritual residue from past events, creating ongoing resistance to God's purposes through defilement that grants the enemy legal access. This episode explores the biblical foundation for land cleansing and provides practical steps for breaking strongholds and reclaiming property for Kingdom purposes through strategic intercession. Key Topics Covered Recognizing signs of spiritual defilement on propertyBiblical understanding of how land can be blessed or cursedSeven primary causes of land defilement according to ScriptureThe enemy's legal claims through historical sin and traumaSpiritual mapping techniques for discovering property historyThe seven-step process for cleansing and dedicating landProper staking of the twelve spiritual gates on every propertyThe role of communion, salt, and oil in land consecrationMaintaining spiritual atmosphere after cleansingSustaining breakthrough through ongoing stewardship| Scriptural Foundations Leviticus 18:25 - Land defiled and vomiting out inhabitantsNumbers 35:34 - Do not defile the land where you liveEphesians 4:27 - Not giving the devil a footholdExodus 20:5 - Visiting iniquity to generationsJohn 8:44 - The father of lies and deceptionRevelation 21 - The New Jerusalem's twelve gates2 Kings 2:21 - Elisha cleansing waters with saltLeviticus 8:22-30; 14:1-18 - Biblical cleansing models Resources Mentioned Property Research Guide - Free resource for investigating land historyLand Cleansing Resource Guide - Step-by-step implementation guidePrayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need by Melanie Boudreau - Free ebook and audiobook available at strategicintercession.com Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/017 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    27 min
  4. 16 - Disappointment: Navigating Unmet Expectations

    APR 11

    16 - Disappointment: Navigating Unmet Expectations

    Christian leaders often face seasons where reality doesn't align with their expectations—even when those expectations are based on Godly promises and obedience. This episode explores the tension between our expectations and God's purposes, offering wisdom for those navigating disappointment while maintaining spiritual authority. Key Topics Covered The gap between expectations and reality in leadershipFour sources of suffering in the Christian lifeComparing Judas and Mary's responses to unmet expectationsHow Jesus challenged the expectations of His followersThe unique opportunity to glorify God through difficult seasonsStrategic intercession that aligns with God's purposes rather than our agendasThe redemptive value of unexpected disappointments in leadershipHow prayer shields sustain us when our own prayers feel weak Scriptural Foundations Hebrews 5:8 - Jesus learned obedience through sufferingJohn 6 - Jesus' hard teaching that caused many to leave2 Corinthians 4:7 - Treasure in jars of clayIsaiah 43:7 - Created for God's glory1 Corinthians 10:31 - Do everything for God's glory1 Peter 1:6-7 - Trials showing genuineness of faithJohn 17:4 - Jesus glorified the Father by completing His work Resources Mentioned Prayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need by Melanie BoudreauFree ebook and audiobook available at strategicintercession.com Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/016 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    18 min
  5. 15 - Spiritual Warfare: Recognizing It, Responding To It

    MAR 18

    15 - Spiritual Warfare: Recognizing It, Responding To It

    Kingdom leaders face meticulously designed spiritual attacks, not just difficult circumstances. Recognize the enemy's predatory tactics, establish proper prayer coverage, and exercise Christ-given authority for breakthrough. Key Topics Covered Recognizing spiritual warfare versus normal life challengesThe predatory nature of our spiritual enemyAbiding with Christ through listening prayer to avoid unnecessary battlesExercising authority against spiritual attacks that cannot be avoidedSpiritual warfare as targeted opposition to leaders and their assignmentsThe pregnancy metaphor for birthing Kingdom assignmentsPrayer dependency modeled by Paul, David, and JesusTaking territory through strategic listening and obedienceHand-to-hand combat through authoritative prayerEvaluating and strengthening your prayer coverage Scriptural Foundations Zechariah 4:6 - "Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit"1 Peter 5:8 - The devil prowls like a roaring lionEphesians 6:19-20 - Paul requesting prayer supportLuke 5:16, 6:12 - Jesus withdrawing to prayMatthew 26:38 - Jesus asking disciples to watch and pray2 Samuel 5:19 - David inquiring of the Lord before battleJames 4:7 - Resist the devil and he will flee2 Corinthians 10:3-4 - Weapons with divine powerLuke 10:19 - Authority to overcome enemy powerMatthew 8:16 - Jesus casting out spirits with a wordJohn 15:5 - Apart from me you can do nothing Resources Mentioned "Prayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need" by Melanie Boudreau (https://www.strategicintercession.com/resources)"The Unseen Reality: A Panoramic View of Spiritual Warfare" by Nabeel Jabbour (https://a.co/d/bduv2rV) Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/015 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    34 min
  6. 14 - Prayer That Gets Things Done: Co-Laboring with Jesus

    FEB 21

    14 - Prayer That Gets Things Done: Co-Laboring with Jesus

    Understanding and exercising your God-given authority in prayer transforms how you partner with Jesus in advancing His Kingdom. When believers step into their authority, prayer shifts from desperate petitions into powerful declarations aligned with Heaven's purposes. Key Topics Covered The three ways we relate to God in prayer (Child, Friend, Bride)Understanding and exercising spiritual authorityCo-laboring with Jesus through strategic intercessionMoving from petitioning prayer to declarative prayerBuilding and maintaining effective prayer coveragePractical steps for journaling to develop authoritative prayerReal-world examples demonstrating prayer authority in action Scriptural Foundations John 20:21 - Sent as Jesus was sentMark 10:45 - Jesus came to serve1 John 3:16 - Laying down our livesHebrews 7:25 - Jesus lives to intercedePhilippians 4:6-7 - Peace through prayerPsalm 34:10 - No lack for those who seek GodPsalm 23:1 - The Lord as Shepherd Resources Mentioned Subscribe to StrategicIntercession.com for the free Declaration Guide: Praying with Confidence and AuthorityEpisode 12: Authority in Action: Healing Prayer for Kingdom LeadersFree ebook and audiobook: "Prayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need" by Melanie Boudreau"Moving Mountains: Praying with Passion, Confidence, and Authority" by John EldredgeThere Is a Way Things Work video by Wild at Heart"Invading the Seven Mountains with Intercession: How to Reclaim Society Through Prayer" by Tommi Femrite Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/014 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    19 min
  7. 13 - Intimacy Before Strategy: The Heart of Powerful Prayer

    JAN 14

    13 - Intimacy Before Strategy: The Heart of Powerful Prayer

    Intimacy with God through contemplative prayer forms the essential foundation for effective strategic intercession, transforming our approach from duty-driven petitions to Spirit-led partnership with God's purposes.  Many believers approach prayer like performing for a demanding audience rather than connecting with a loving Father. Understanding God's unconditional love transforms prayer from dutiful petitions into dynamic partnership with Heaven. Key Topics Covered The foundational role of intimacy with God in strategic intercessionUnderstanding contemplative prayer and its importanceLiving in the reality of God's unconditional loveThe distinction between positional and progressive sanctificationPractical ways to enter and experience God's presenceThe transformative power of simply being with GodMoving from crisis-driven prayer to Spirit-led intercession Scriptural Foundations Romans 5:8 (AMP) - God's proven love while we were sinnersColossians 1:21-22 - Reconciliation through ChristEphesians 1:4 - Chosen before creationJohn 3:16-17 - God's love and purpose in sending JesusLuke 9:23 - Following Jesus requires self-denialRomans 8:1 - No condemnation in Christ2 Kings 3:15 - Music facilitating God's presence Resources Mentioned Subscribe to StrategicIntercession.com for additional resources on developing contemplative prayerFree ebook and audiobook: "Prayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need" by Melanie BoudreauMelanie's Spotify playlistsPresence MusicYou!!!InstrumentalEpisode 6 - Intimacy with God has more on consecrated imagination and practices for cultivating intimacy with God. Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/013 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    16 min
  8. 12 - Authority in Action: Healing Prayer for Kingdom Leaders

    12/23/2024

    12 - Authority in Action: Healing Prayer for Kingdom Leaders

    God's healing power reveals His loving heart to transform lives and draw people into relationship with Him. When His people walk in their authority, physical challenges become divine appointments—precious opportunities for supernatural breakthrough that impact families, organizations, and communities. Key Topics Covered God heals because He loves us and desires relationship with usBiblical foundations for healing authority How to pray with confidence instead of petitioningPractical application of the 5-step healing prayer modelNavigating and interpreting different healing outcomesUsing healing testimonies to share God's loveConnecting healing ministry with evangelism Stories and Examples Parking lot encounters leading to divine healing appointmentsDocumented healings from ministry in Colombia (2,100 in 10 days)The American woman healed of deafness in ManilaFacebook Marketplace divine appointment leading to knee healingTestimony of instantaneous back healingPersonal journey of arthritis healing over time Resources Mentioned Subscribe to StrategicIntercession.com for free and receive the free ebook and audiobook Prayer Shield: A Guide to the Strategic Intercession You Need by Melanie BoudreauBook: 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy - Referenced for "gap vs gain" thinkingActs 3:1-8 NLT - Biblical model for healing prayer (New Living Translation) The episode emphasizes how healing prayer expresses God's love while providing practical tools for believers to step out in faith, expecting God to use them to demonstrate His heart for relationship through healing ministry.  Looking for a written reference? The complete content of this episode is available as a blog post for deeper reflection and easy review: StrategicIntercession.com/012 Share your thoughts and questions on this topic with the community. Support the show Join Our Community Be a part of our growing community at strategicintercession.com for free resources and more. Subscribe to receive updates and exclusive content. Send your questions, comments, or feedback to hello@strategicintercession.com.

    33 min
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StrategicIntercession.com  Discover powerful prayer techniques and inspiring stories that equip you to build effective prayer coverage for Kingdom leadership. Hosted by Melanie Boudreau, a seasoned leader in focused prayer and author, each episode shares proven intercession strategies with real stories about how strategic prayer transforms leaders in church, government, and business.  Learn practical tools to recognize spiritual warfare, build protective prayer shields, and align your prayers with God's will to advance His purposes through your life, ministry, and leadership. Whether you're establishing prayer coverage or serving as an intercessor, join this journey to unlock the full potential of strategic intercession.

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  • Creator
    Melanie Boudreau
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
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