Put others first

Jesus, You show me what true humility looks like. You gave up everything to serve and save us. It’s Your humble sacrifice that paved a way for me to experience fresh life. Thank You! Today, please replace pride with humility, and selfishness with selflessness. Change the way I think and act, and teach me to put others first in a healthy way that honors You. Amen.

Doing good

God, forgive me of the times when I felt Your calling and did not act. Convict me of an area in my life where I am not following You. Thank You for the gift of second chances and for being faithful. Guide me as I live to better serve and love others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Light in darkness

God, strengthen me with the hope of Your bright light. Pierce through the darkness that tries to keep me from seeing You. Thank You for being the light of the world. I do not have to fear the darkness, because you are with me. In Jesus' name, Amen.

God's strength

Lord, thank You for helping me carry the burdens, big and small, that threaten to weigh me down. You know all my troubles, yet You promise they will not overtake me. Please give me strength and hope when I feel overwhelmed. 

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God is forever faithful

God, thank You for Your faithful love! I can’t lose it. I can’t earn more of it. Your love is more limitless and abounding than I could ever imagine. Thank You for freely giving it and teaching me how to freely love others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Unconditional forgiveness

God, just as You have forgiven me unconditionally, You are asking me to forgive others. Please help me to do that. Fill me with humility and empathy, and help me to see other people the way that You see them. Show me how to love people the way that You do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Acts of service

Jesus, thank You for showing us what humble service looks like. Today and every day, please show me how to follow the example You’ve set. Please make me aware of the people in my life that I can selflessly serve. Let my acts of service reflect my deep love for You and for the people You created. In Your name, Amen.

Trust God

God, just like the Psalmist in Psalm 33, today I pray these words: I put my hope in You, Lord. You are my help and my shield. My heart rejoices in You. I trust in Your holy name. Let Your unfailing love surround me, Lord, for my hope is in You alone. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God is my rock

God, there is no one besides You. You are the only One who’s holy and worthy of my praise. Thank You for being my Rock and the firm foundation I can build my life upon. I am grateful that You are always faithful, never changing, and the One I can put my trust in. I love You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Stand firm

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, You fight for me, and I can fight back with love. You are in control, and I am safe with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Refresh my soul

God, when I am weak, You are strong. When I am lonely, You are my comforter. When I feel unable to keep moving forward, You give me the strength I need to persevere. Please remind me when I feel overwhelmed that You are with me. Refresh my soul, and give me rest. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Enduring hardship

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.

My refuge

God, I place my hope in You. Every word from You proves true. Your Word shows that You’ll never leave me, You’ll fight for me, and You’ll protect me. So when I’m afraid or overwhelmed, I will not lose heart. I will remember Your promises and run to You. You are my refuge and strength—the One in whom I trust. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Seek justice

God, thank You for loving justice. You don’t just acknowledge justice or prefer it, You seek it. You bring justice because You are just. Help me love justice as much as You do and never be afraid or stopped from seeking it. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Rest

Jesus, You know exactly what I need. You know where I am suffering and hurting. And You are gentle with me. You want me to approach You, and give You all my concerns. So here I am. I need You, and I want You. Please carry these burdens with me, and give me Your rest in return. Amen.

Love like Jesus

God, it is not natural for me to disregard my own interests. I need You to work in my life so that I can learn to be a more sacrificial person. Please offer me strength in times of trouble and distress. Show me how to carry my cross like Jesus carried His. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Jesus calls you by name

Jesus, thank You for calling me by name and sending me in Your name. I want to confidently follow You, but sometimes, I struggle to see myself the way You see me. When I get overwhelmed by my insecurities, remind me that I belong to You. Fill me with Your peace so that I joyfully, and boldly, go wherever You send me. Amen.

Draw near to God

God, thank You for allowing me to call on Your name! Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus, to rescue me from a life separated from You. Today and every day, please give me the courage to draw close to You, and to seek You with all my heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Proclamation

God, You have never abandoned or betrayed me. You have faithfully cared for me and defended me. There is no one like You! When I look at nature, I see Your creativity. And when I look at my life, I see Your love. And that’s why I want to tell the whole world what You’ve done and who You are! So today, give me the courage to declare how great You are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A true heart

God, You desire a world that is marked by grace and mercy. Help me to be part of shaping that world by living a life that is pleasing to You. Please give me a heart that desires to be kind to others, not for show, but out of love for You and others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Show Love Sincerely

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.

Confidence

God, thank You for the privilege of approaching Your throne with my requests. I trust that You hear me and will provide for me. Teach me to have bold confidence when I pray, and fill me with childlike faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Carry Each Other’s Burdens

God, thank You for calling us to carry each other’s burdens. Help us to be quick to help others when we can, and to be willing to accept help when we need it. Please inspire us to love each other well—to be good listeners, to hold each other accountable, and to pray for each other often. Help us to become more like You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Fear of the Lord

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.

A changed mind

God, thank You for the gift of Your Spirit. Your Spirit is always with me, shaping my character. Today, I want to make an intentional decision to trust You by allowing Your Spirit to guide me. Please change the way I think and act so that my whole life revolves around You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Breakthrough

God, I thank you for Your freedom and Your Spirit. Today, give me the wisdom, boldness, and the right words to speak as I share Your good news and freedom with others. Guide my conversations. Fill me with Your Spirit. In Your Name, Amen.

Not seen, but believe

Jesus, You came to earth, died, and rose again. Thank You. Without You, there is no life! Thank You that I get to believe in You even without seeing You in the flesh. Thank You, also, that on the other side of this life I WILL get to see You. What an incredible meeting that will be! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Taste and See

Father God, You are so good to me! I don’t have to look very far to see evidence of Your goodness in my life. Even in the midst of hard situations, You show Yourself faithful, just, ever-present, and trustworthy. I have seen that You are good because I have cried out to You for help, and You have saved me. Blessed be Your name! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's great love

God, Your love never ceases to amaze me! It is generous, grand, and glorious. Thank You for loving me without condition. I don’t deserve it, yet You never stop loving and pursuing me. Teach me to freely love others as You have loved me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pursuing Righteousness

God, when I feel weak, remind me that You are strong. And when I feel like giving up, give me the strength to persevere. Show me what it means to pursue righteousness, and then help me to live well. I want every aspect of my life to glorify Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Blessed are the peacemakers

God, please help me to live at peace with others. Even when people hurt, hated, and mocked You—You still showed them love, mercy, and peace. And You invite us to experience and share Your perfect peace. So please transform the ways I think and act. Make me eager to spread peace instead of fear, and love instead of hate. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A pure heart

God, I want to have a pure heart. Please reveal to me the areas of my heart that are not in line with Your Word. Help me to let go of bitterness, disappointment, and hurt I am holding onto. I surrender my whole heart to You—please change me for the better. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A merciful heart

God, Your nature is to offer mercy. When people meet me, I want them to know You live in me. Give me opportunities to demonstrate Your mercy to those around me. As my faith grows, please give me a deeper ability to offer mercy to others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

What do you crave

God, You put the thirst and hunger for righteousness in my heart, and You alone can satisfy it. Please help me to hold onto the hope that You offer, and to show Your love to everyone. Give me the patience to endure an imperfect world as I wait for You to come back and make all things right. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Blessed are the meek

God, thank You for welcoming me into Your kingdom. Thank You for accepting me, even though I don't have it all together. Your power is sufficient for my needs, so help me lean on Your strength today. Please help me walk gently and humbly with those around me. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

For those who mourn

God, You see those who mourn, and You promise to comfort them. Please bring healing to our hearts when we grieve. Give hope to those feeling hopeless, and strength to anyone feeling overwhelmed. Show us how close You are in the midst of our mourning. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Feeling needy?

God, help me. Here I am—I need You. I have nothing without You. You are the giver of every good and perfect gift, and You are all I need. Please restore my hope and joy, and draw me closer to You. Make me aware of how You are at work in my life, and teach me how to rejoice in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Surrender

God, I need You. I can’t pretend that I have my life together, because I don’t. You alone are able to help and sustain me. You alone are able to give me the strength I need to get through each day. Today, please show me that You are in control—and that You are enough for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Remembrance

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.

Reflect God

God, I want my life to testify to Your goodness and grace. Refocus my heart on You. Help me pursue You first, above all else. Nothing in life matters more than bringing glory to You. Show me who I need to share You with and give me boldness. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Victory

God, today, help me to remember that I can live from a place of victory because You have given me victory over all things—through Jesus. You have given me victory over my past mistakes and current difficulties. You fight for me, and with me. So when I come up against trouble of any kind, help me to remember that You are enough for me—I can trust in You! In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Trust God's plan

God, thank You for being a relatable God. You can bear my pain and understand my emotions. You know what’s on my heart. Hear my request and help me trust Your plan. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Comfort and mercy

God, You are my comforter. You offer me mercy and bring me back into a relationship with You. Please help me to be a comforter to others, too. Give me the strength to offer mercy as You have done for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be an example

God, use me to be an example for You. I want to amplify Your glory wherever I go. Thank You for choosing me, no matter my age or ability. I am not too broken or messed up for You to use me. Empower me as I seek to love, lead, and live like You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Redemption

God, here I am. I need You. I want You. I am weary, and I need Your rest. I know that You are good, but right now, what I’m experiencing isn’t good. Please help me. Grieve with me, and remind me that You are near. Even though what I’m experiencing isn’t good—please redeem every part of my life for my good and Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Trust God

God, I am not always sure what the future will bring. But I know that You have a plan and purpose for my life. Thank You for guiding and protecting me. As I continue to follow You, I will not be afraid—instead, I will trust in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Freedom

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. Through every challenge I face, I ask that You will free me from worry and fear and bring me Your peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

In the midst of darkness

God, even though I am faced with some darkness, I hold tight to Your promises. You are true to Your Word. And Your Word says that You will turn my tears into joy. I trust in You, God, and in Your timing. I may not see the light yet, but I hope in what's to come. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Change the way you think

God, You know everything about me. You know what I’m going to say before I speak it. You know all of my thoughts, desires, and intentions. All that I am, I give to You. Please remove any idea, behavior, or lie that will keep me from becoming the person You created me to be. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

No more

Father God, thank You for deeply caring about who I am. I’m so grateful that one day, You will take away all the pain and hardship I’ve experienced. But until that day comes, I will trust You and cling to You. I will place my hope in You. I will bring You my pain, and allow You to comfort me. May Your kingdom come and Your will be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.