Disciple Makers Church | Downtown Durant Prayer Walk

Welcome to the the County seat of Bryan County, Durant Oklohoma.

Durant is the county seat of Bryan County — the heart of commerce, culture, and community life in this region.

Today we walk and pray through its streets, believing that God desires to awaken hearts, heal families, and bring revival here and beyond.

As we walk through Downtown Durant, we’ll use Matthew 5:3–6 as our prayer guide — asking that the Beatitudes would come alive in our city.

Why Prayer Walk?

Oswald Chambers once said:

“Prayer does not equip us for the great work—prayer is the great work.”

In Luke 10:2, Jesus said,

“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.”

When we prayer walk, we are doing that work — inviting the Lord of the harvest to move in power.

Our steps are prayers. Our prayers are preparation for people who will one day follow Jesus.

What Is a Prayer Walk?

Prayer walking is simply talking with God as you walk, asking Him to make His presence known right where you are.

You can prayer walk anywhere — a city, school, neighborhood, or street. Today, we’ll prayer walk through Downtown Durant, praying at key landmarks for God’s Kingdom to come and His will to be done in Bryan County as it is in Heaven.

How To Prayer Walk

Eyes Wide Open

Keep your eyes open — both physically and spiritually. Pray for what you see: people, buildings, symbols, businesses, or even needs you sense in your spirit.

Go With a Partner

Walk in pairs or groups of 2–3. One can pray aloud while another listens, agrees, or observes. This keeps your focus and encourages unity.

Pray Naturally

No special words are needed — just talk to God like a friend. Use Scripture as your prayer guide. When unsure what to say, simply read the verse again and make it personal.

Encouragements

• Be kind and approachable; you represent Jesus.
  
  

• Feel free to greet or pray for anyone you meet.
  
  

• End your walk with thanksgiving — God has heard every word.
  
  

• Afterward, share your experiences with your group or team leader.

Prepare Your Heart

Before you begin:

• Confess any sin and ask God to cleanse your heart.
  
  

• Read Matthew 5:1–12.
  
  

• Ask God to open your eyes and ears to what He wants to show you.
  
  

• Praise Him for what He’s already doing in Durant through the other local churches.
  
  

What To Pray For (The “5 H’s”)

These simple focuses can guide your time:

1. Open Heavens – Pray for God’s blessing and favor over this community.
   
   

2. Open Hearts – Pray for people to receive the gospel with joy.
   
   

3. Open Homes – Pray for families and households to follow Jesus.
   
   

4. Open Highways – Pray for the gospel to spread throughout Bryan County.
   
   

5. Open Hands – Pray for believers to serve their neighbors with love.

Downtown Durant Prayer Walk Route

Theme: Walking the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3–6)

Route Overview:
Begin near the Bell Tower Event Center and continue walking through downtown to the World’s Largest Peanut, Art Alley, and a local restaurant (like Roma’s or Main Street BBQ).

At each stop:
Read the verse
Pray the verse
Reflect on what you see and sense

Stop 1 — Bell Tower Event Center

Matthew 5:3

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.”

Pray:
Lord, we acknowledge our need for You.
Make us poor in spirit—humble, dependent, and filled with Your Spirit.
Let Bryan County be known not for power or pride but for surrender and faith.
We pray for true Kingdom growth that outlasts buildings and personalities.

Reflect:
Pray for a legacy of faith that will bless generations beyond us.

Stop 2 — World’s Largest Peanut

Matthew 5:4

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”

Pray:
Father, help us grieve what breaks Your heart.
We mourn sin, injustice, addiction, and spiritual apathy in Bryan County.
Bring comfort through revival and repentance.
Let this place be remembered not for a statue, but for the movement of Your Spirit.

Reflect:
Take a quiet moment. Ask God to give you His heart for the broken.

Stop 3 — Art Alley

Matthew 5:5

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.”

Pray:
Lord, fill Your people with meekness, strength under submission.
Let Your beauty shine in the dark alleys of this city.
Inspire the church to be creative, bold, and Spirit-led.
Make us lights in dark places, bringing Your presence where it’s needed most.

Reflect:
As you walk through the alley, pray for the arts, creativity, and beauty to reflect the gospel in Bryan County..

Next, you will be walking down Main Street. Look for someone to pray with, and ask for permission to share the gospel with them.

Stop 4 — Local Restaurant (Roma’s or Main Street BBQ)

Matthew 5:6

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”

Pray:
Lord, as people gather here for food, let them hunger for You.
May Bryan County crave righteousness more than comfort, and Your presence more than pleasure.
Feed this city with Your Word and satisfy us with Your goodness.
Fill our homes, schools, and churches with Your joy.

Reflect:
Pray for families eating nearby. Ask God to fill every table with gratitude and grace.

Walk down the sidewalk on the left side of the road for safety. You will pass by First Baptist Church, as you do, pray for your home church, your pastors, and unity among all churches in disciple-making.

Closing Prayer Once you get back to The Bell Tower

Father, thank You for letting us walk this community in prayer.
We ask You to have your hand on the ministries of Bryan County — with humility, creativity, compassion, and hunger for You.
Raise up disciple makers who will reach every neighborhood and home.
Let Your Kingdom come and Your will be done in Bryan County as it is in Heaven.