Wisdom

‭James 3:13 NLT‬

If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.

God, please show me how to live an honorable life. Show me how to love others like You have loved me. Show me how to honor and worship You with my life. Give me Your wisdom. Teach me how to live, so that I might live for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's knowledge

‭Proverbs 9:10 NLT‬

Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.

God, when I think about who You are and all that You’ve done, it overwhelms me. I am filled with awe and wonder at how powerful yet merciful You are. Deepen my knowledge of Your love and faithfulness. Fill me with wisdom that only comes from knowing You. Be the foundation of my life so that way my life reflects You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Trust in God

‭Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT‬

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.

God, I know that You are good and wise. But sometimes it's hard for me to trust Your plan over my own. Please help me! Take control of my anxious thoughts and fill me with Your wisdom. Thank You that I don’t have to navigate this life alone. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's peace

‭Philippians 4:7 NLT‬

Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

God, by Your grace, You have offered me a relationship with You. I can be known by You, and I can know You. Thank You for giving me peace that extends beyond my feelings and circumstances. Thank You for protecting my heart and mind from becoming overwhelmed by what’s happening around me. Because of You, I can have peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Believe and receive

‭Mark 9:23 NLT‬

“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”

God, please increase my faith. I trust in Your authority, power and sovereignty. I cling to Your faithful promises and love. Guide and strengthen me. Use my faith to encourage others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Focus on God

‭Colossians 3:2 NLT‬

Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.

God, thank You for all of the wonderful things You’ve done in my life. Sometimes when my circumstances are hard, I can forget about Your goodness. In those moments, help me to trust Your goodness and love for me. Help me to keep my focus on You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Only in Jesus

‭Acts 4:12 TPT‬

There is no one else who has the power to save us, for there is only one name to whom God has given authority by which we must experience salvation: the name of Jesus.”

Jesus, I know that You are the only way to eternal life. Salvation is possible only because of Your grace, mercy, and love for me. There is no one else like You. Help me to focus our attention on You, and not allow distractions to overtake and discourage me from what You offer. Amen.

Give thanks

‭1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT‬

Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

God, thank You for Your presence and power that is working in my life. I am overwhelmed by Your faithfulness. Thank You that even when I face uncertainty, You remain the same. Help my life to overflow with thankfulness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray continuously

‭1 Thessalonians 5:17 NLT‬

Never stop praying.

God, I am so grateful that right now—I am talking to You. Thank You for making it possible for me to have conversations with You. And thank You for inviting me to come just as I am before You. Today, please keep my thoughts focused on You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be a blessing

‭Acts of the Apostles 20:35 NLT‬

And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

God, please use me today to be Your hands and feet, to be a true blessing in someone's life. You have blessed me beyond measure! In turn, I want to be a blessing and shine Your light on someone else. Show me who I can help and love today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Be merciful

‭Luke 6:36 NIV‬

Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. 

God, even though I mess up, You still love me. You still have mercy on me. Thank You. Forgive me for all the times I’ve chosen anger over forgiveness. Please reveal who I need to show mercy to today, and then help me to obey Your prompting. Show me how to love people like You love me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Great is Your Faithfulness

‭Lamentations 3:22-23 NLT‬

The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.

God, even when I am facing so many troubles, You are faithful. When I am tired, overwhelmed, burnt out, grieving, Your love still covers me. Thank You for showing me kindness and mercy every day. Your mercies never cease. Your steadfast love endures forever. Great is Your faithfulness! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Show Love Sincerely

‭James 1:19-20 NIV‬

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.

God, please make me quick to listen today. Show me how to love others sincerely and practically. Change the way I approach people by replacing my anger and frustration with grace, empathy, and understanding. Fill me with Your peace and love so that my attitude and actions reflect Your character. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God has overcome

‭1 John 4:4 NLT‬

But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.

God, thank You for Your strength in me! Because of Your work in my life, I am not defeated by the darkness in the world around me. Help me to remember that You overcame he who is in the world. You live in me, which means I can share in your victory. Help me remember this and hold onto it. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be Holy

‭Leviticus 20:26 NLT‬

You must be holy because I, the Lord, am holy. I have set you apart from all other people to be my very own.

God, thank You that Kingdom culture is different from the cultures of this earth! You have set me apart. I get to be part of Kingdom culture. Thank You. Teach me how to be holy, as You are holy. In, Jesus' name, Amen!

All for God's glory

‭1 Corinthians 10:31 NLT‬

So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

God, whatever I do, please help me to do it for Your glory. When I’m talking to other people—let it be for Your glory. When I’m working—let it be for Your glory. When I’m spending time with family and friends—let it be for Your glory. In all that I say and do, let me do it for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Harmony

‭Malachi 4:6 NLT‬

His preaching will turn the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers. Otherwise I will come and strike the land with a curse.”

God, You know where there are hurting relationships in my life and the lives of those around me. Please bring Your healing and restoration. Thank You for being the perfect example of a loving father. Use me to bring Your love and harmony to those around me. I want to live in a way that helps my family see Your love more clearly. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Thriving Faith

‭Titus 2:11-12 NLT‬

For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God,

God, thank You for Your grace and the gift of salvation. My eternity is secure in You because of Your great love. Teach me what it means to be godly. Help me say "yes" to the things that bring You joy, and "no" to the things I shouldn't do. Give me discernment to know the difference. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Tender heart

‭Ezekiel 36:26 NLT‬

And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.

God, thank You for the heart You've given to me. Thank You for the circumstances in my life that lead me to trust You and minister to others. I want to keep a soft heart, a heart like Jesus'. Help me walk in this posture, God. Thank you! Amen.

God's creation

‭1 Chronicles 29:11 NLT‬

Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty. Everything in the heavens and on earth is yours, O Lord, and this is your kingdom. We adore you as the one who is over all things.

God, You are so great. You created the universe and yet—You still choose to care about me. This blows my mind! Thank You for being all-powerful and ever-present at the same time. Please don’t let me take for granted the gift I have of an intimate relationship with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for others

‭Ephesians 6:18 NLT‬

Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.

God, thank You for always being willing to hear what’s on my heart. I know there are people in my life who need to experience Your love, healing, and guidance—and I want to support them. When I come to You, remind me to also bring the needs of others to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Word of God

‭Ephesians 6:17 NLT‬

Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

God, thank you for giving us your word in Scripture, and for revealing yourself through Jesus, the Word made flesh. I praise You for giving us all we need to stand strong in You. Please give me a deeper love for and understanding of Your Word. Amen.

Shield of Faith

‭Ephesians 6:16 NIV‬

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.

Father God, help me to hear Your true voice more clearly and be increasingly able to identify lies and half-truths that come my way. I choose to trust what You say about who You are and about who I am. Help me to believe and not doubt Your Word. Amen.

Dressed by the Spirit

‭Ephesians 6:14-15 NLT‬

Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.

Father God, clothe me today so I am dressed to withstand whatever spiritual and emotional battles come my way. Thank you for Jesus: the way, the truth, and the life. Thank you for allowing us to have peace with You and others through Jesus’ reconciliation. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The full armor of God

‭Ephesians 6:13 NLT‬

Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm.

God, thank You that You have given me the armor I need to face evil fearlessly. In Your protective armor, I can stand! You are with me. You strengthen me. Help me to persevere in courage, faith, and prayer. I want to stand firm in Your strength! Amen.

Stand firm

‭Ephesians 6:12 NIV‬

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

God, give me the strength to stand firm against the devil’s tactics. Remind me that my enemies are not the people in front of me. When bad things happen, comfort me and flood my mind with truth. Do not let me forget that I belong to You, and You fight for me. You are in control, and with You—I am safe. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Armour of God

‭Ephesians 6:10-12 NLT‬

A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.

God, You equip us with tools that draw us closer to You and help us stand against schemes created to destroy us. Thank You for Your protection. Thank You for caring for us at all times. Today, help me to intentionally put on all of the armor You freely offer me. Give me the strength to stand firm in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.