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.