Q&A: Does IHOP have a meaning?

Question: Does IHOP have a meaning?

Answer: There are technically two ways to read "IHOP" One way is actually from part of a prophetic word given to Mike Bickle, Senior Director, of The International House of Prayer, Kansas City (IHOP-KC) by Bob Jones in the very early days. It goes like this:

I =      Intercession

H =    Heart of Jesus

O =    Offerings to the Poor (i.e. orphans & widows)

P =     Prophetic

These are very important elements of the core vision and function of a House of Prayer.

The other way to read "IHOP" is the one most are familiar with and goes like this:

I =      International

H =    House

O =    Of

P =     Prayer

The best way to understand "IHOP" is to think of it in the following terms:

An International House of Prayer (IHOP) is a place where the body of Christ can find people who choose to Intercede for the things God puts on their heart to pray. i.e. the lost, human trafficking, 7 mountains, etc... It is a group of people who desire to know and have the true heart of Christ. It is a group of people who are dedicated to giving to the poor and especially helping orphans & widows. It is also a group of people who walk in the prophetic believing this is one means by which they can draw closer to the Father.