God is able

Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.

Ephesians 3:20‭-‬21 NLT

God, I believe that You are able to make all things new. You are able to mend division, restore brokenness, minister to the weary, and heal the sick. Nothing is too difficult for You. You are worthy of all my honor and praise. No one compares to You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Seek God

If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.

Jeremiah 29:13 NLT

God, thank You for revealing Yourself to the world, and to me. Thank You for choosing to have a personal relationship with me. Today, please help me to seek You with my whole heart. And as I draw closer to You, please deepen my relationship with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Useful and true

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.

2 Timothy 3:16‭-‬17 NLT

God, thank You for giving me a way to know Your character, nature, and will. Your Word is truth, and nothing can compare with it. I don’t ever want to take Scripture for granted. Help me to prioritize meditating on Your Word, because it has the power to change my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's Word never fails

For the word of God will never fail.”

Luke 1:37 NLT

God, every word from You has purpose. You always do what You say You will do. But sometimes, Your methods are not my methods. Sometimes, I find myself waiting on You to act. When I start to wonder what You are doing, please remind me that You are working even as I wait. You are faithful, and I will trust in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Do what it says

But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. For if you listen to the word and don’t obey, it is like glancing at your face in a mirror. You see yourself, walk away, and forget what you look like.

James 1:22‭-‬24 NLT

God, You invite me to obey You because You want the very best for me. Please make me eager to obey You, even when I don't understand Your plan. Give me wisdom to recognize the difference between what I think is best, and what Your will is for my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Patient Endurance

Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us. And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait patiently for God’s promises to be fulfilled.

Romans 15:4 NLT

God, thank You for giving me Scripture. Your Word is a constant reminder that I am not alone or unknown. You care about the world You created, and the people You died for. So today, I wait patiently for You to act. I know that You will keep Your promises toward me, but please encourage me and give me hope as I wait. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Light my path

Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.

Psalms 119:105 NLT

God, Your Word is filled with promises that offer guidance for my life. Sometimes it’s difficult to know what Your promises mean, so please allow me to trust the depth of Your faithfulness. Light my path and give me clarity on how You want me to live. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

In the beginning

In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God.

John 1:1 NLT

Jesus, thank You for who You are. You are eternal, and that You are the Creator of everything that exists. Thank You for loving me enough to die on the cross for me so that I could have eternal life with You. Help me to live in worship of who You are. In Your holy name, Amen.

A Gracious Heart

See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to all people.

1 Thessalonians 5:15 NLT

God, when I come to You with humility, You never hold my mistakes against me. Because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, all my mistakes are paid for. I never want to cheapen Your gracious gift by refusing to show mercy or kindness to others. So please remove any hurt or devision from my heart, and show me where I need to do good to others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Rescued

For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.

Colossians 1:13‭-‬14 NLT

God, thank You for rescuing me from darkness and evil. I am so grateful You have made me a citizen of Your kingdom. Help me to remember the freedom I have with You when I face hard situations. I believe You have the ability to change circumstances for the better. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Community

Confess and acknowledge how you have offended one another and then pray for one another to be instantly healed, for tremendous power is released through the passionate, heartfelt prayer of a godly believer!

James (Jacob) 5:16 TPT

God, I don’t want to face my challenges alone. I’ve made mistakes in the past, and to move forward, I know I need help from others. Please give me the courage to confess my mistakes to trusted people. Surround me with a community who’s willing to hear my struggles, pray with me, and encourage me to live more like You each day. Thank You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Everywhere

Everywhere—from east to west— praise the name of the Lord.

Psalms 113:3 NLT

God, You are good. No matter what goes on around me—You are good. You are worthy of praise because You are God. You provide for me, strengthen me, deliver me, and heal me. Even when I don’t see You at work in my life, that doesn’t change the fact that You are working. There is no one like You. So regardless of what I face today, I will praise You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Chosen

But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. “Once you had no identity as a people; now you are God’s people. Once you received no mercy; now you have received God’s mercy.”

1 Peter 2:9‭-‬10 NLT

God, thank you for the new identity I have in you. I am your special creation. I have been called from darkness to light. When things are hard, remind me that I am loved by you, as part of your family! My heart is full of gratitude for this incredible gift! Guide my steps as I live for You—a chosen child of the King. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Trust the Lord

Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.

Isaiah 26:4 NLT

God, You are my source of strength and hope. You form the foundation of my life, and You overwhelm my fears with Your love. With You, all things are possible. So I will place my hope in You. In You I shall trust. Even when everything around me seems to crumble, I will trust and not be afraid—for my future is found in You. You make my life secure. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Surrender

And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.

Romans 12:1 NLT

God, I surrender my life to You. You can have it all—every thought, action, behavior, and desire. I want You to be glorified through me. So here I am, Lord. Take me, use me, send me, change me, clean me, transform me, love me—and love others through me. Take all that I am, and use it for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Seek God’s Help First

The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.

Proverbs 18:10 NLT

God, I am so grateful that You know everything I’m going through. Today, I want to run to You first before anything else. You alone are my source of strength. You alone have everything I need. So here I am—I need Your help. Please rescue me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Live humbly

Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.

2 Chronicles 7:14 NLT

God, I am so grateful that I am called by Your name. Even though I am imperfect, You still call me Yours. Each day, I want to live up to that calling and become the person You created me to be. Please help me to be more humble, to seek You more, and to turn away from things that are wrong. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Draw closer

For, There is one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity—the man Christ Jesus.

1 Timothy 2:5 NLT

God, thank You for sending us Your only Son. Thank You for creating a way for us to know You personally and intimately. The freedom I have to draw near to You came at the highest price—and that’s not something I ever want to take for granted. So today, draw me closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be a blessing

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.’”

Acts 20:35 NLT

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.

Heart of gratitude

For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.

Psalms 100:5 NLT

God, nothing is impossible for You. You love me even when I’m unloveable. You are good to me even when I don’t deserve it. You are kind and compassionate toward me even when I mess up. You show me what faithful love looks like. Thank You for never leaving or forsaking me! Today, remind me of the ways You have shown up in my life so that way I can intentionally praise You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Our daily bread

Give us today our daily bread.

Matthew 6:11 NIV

God, when I am overwhelmed, Your Word reminds me of Your goodness. Thank You for Your provision and faithfulness even when I fall short. Help me to seek You first every day through Your Word—for You alone will sustain me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Enduring hardship

Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will reveal to us later.

Romans 8:18 NLT

God, I know I will face troubles in this world, but I also know You are in control. In all circumstances, help me to remember Your promises, and remind me of the beautiful eternity with You that I will have. Thank You for being with me during hardship. Today, please give me the courage and strength I need to stand firm in my faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Imitate Jesus

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Hebrews 13:8 NLT

Jesus, the world may change—but You won’t. You don’t shift. You don’t unexpectedly change Your mind or leave us. You give us a consistent example to follow because You are trustworthy and worth following. So please help us to look to You as we go about our daily lives. Help us to follow the example You set. Amen.

Love your enemies

“Love your enemies! Do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to be repaid. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for he is kind to those who are unthankful and wicked.

Luke 6:35 NLT

God, make me more like You. You never hold my mistakes against me—instead, You love me unconditionally. Even when I hurt, betray, ignore or abandon You—You never stop showing me grace, kindness and mercy. So please show me how to forgive others like You have forgiven me. Show me how to respect others like You respect me. Show me how to love everyone—even my enemies. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Help me to listen

For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.

Matthew 7:8 NLT

God, I’m so grateful that I can come to You with any situation, and You will hear and answer me. Today, I come to You with my questions, concerns, and plans for the future. Please help me to listen to Your voice, and trust Your direction. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for workers

He said to his disciples, “The harvest is great, but the workers are few. So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.”

Matthew 9:37‭-‬38 NLT

God, give me eyes to see how I can be the answer to Your prayer today. Show me how I can meet the needs of the people around me. Help me be the hands and feet of Jesus. And as I serve You, please let the way I live inspire others to serve You, too. Increase the number of people who are loving You by loving others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Freedom

For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.

Galatians 5:13 NLT

God, thank You for setting me free! Today, please show me how to serve others humbly with love. I appreciate the freedom You gave me—the freedom You bought for me. Please help me to embrace Your freedom by living with intentionality, and serving others joyously. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Remember

But then I recall all you have done, O Lord; I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago. They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.

Psalms 77:11‭-‬12 NLT

God, thank You for showing Yourself faithful and true. You always keep Your promises. So today, I will remember all that You’ve done and praise You for who You are. You are faithful, You are trustworthy, and You still continue to do wonderful things. There is no one like You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Work for the Lord

Put your heart and soul into every activity you do, as though you are doing it for the Lord himself and not merely for others. For we know that we will receive a reward, an inheritance from the Lord, as we serve the Lord Yahweh, the Anointed One!

Colossians 3:23‭-‬24 TPT

God, only You determine my worth and my value. You have given me the ability to work and to do it well—so when I feel overwhelmed, burnt out, frustrated, or uninspired, please help me to stay focused on You. Remind me that You are the One I work for. You are the One who gives me a future and a hope. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Lamb of God

The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!

John 1:29 NLT

Father God, thank You for sending Your only Son to save us. Thank You for creating a way for us to know You personally. Because of Jesus’ sacrifice, my mistakes are forgiven! Please help me to never take this for granted. Help me to glorify You in every area of my life, forever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.