Prayer Tag: Monday

Prayer for Monday

Dear Lord,

As I begin this new week on Monday, I lift my heart to You in gratitude and praise. I thank You for Your never-ending love and faithfulness, and for the many blessings You shower upon me each day.

I ask for Your guidance and protection as I go about my daily tasks and responsibilities. Give me the strength and wisdom to do Your will and to honor You in all that I say and do.

I pray for those who are struggling, for those who are in need, and for those who are suffering. I ask that You comfort and heal them, and that You bring hope and peace to their lives.

I also ask for Your forgiveness for the times when I have fallen short and failed to live up to Your expectations. I know that Your love and mercy are boundless and that You always welcome me back with open arms.

I give You all the glory and honor, now and forever. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Proverbs 16:3 ESV

Commit your work to the Lord,
    and your plans will be established.

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Isaiah 41:10 ESV

Fear not, for I am with you;
    be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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Psalm 118:24 ESV

This is the day that the Lord has made;
    let us rejoice and be glad in it.

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Matthew 6:33 ESV

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

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Colossians 3:23 ESV

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,

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A Monday Morning Prayer

Almighty God,

As we begin this Monday, we come before You with hearts filled with gratitude for Your steadfast love and faithfulness. We give thanks for the gift of a new week and the opportunity to serve You and others.

We humbly ask that You guide us in our thoughts and actions, so that we may live in accordance with Your will. Grant us the strength and wisdom to overcome any obstacles that may come our way.

We lift up our work and endeavors, asking for Your blessings, so that through them we may be a blessing to those around us. We also bring before You any specific concerns or needs we have, imploring Your guidance, protection, healing, and provision for ourselves and our loved ones.

We trust in Your goodness and love, and we give You all praise and honor. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
    and he will make straight your paths.

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James 1:5 ESV

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.

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Colossians 3:23-24 ESV

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.

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Matthew 6:33 ESV

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

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Psalm 121:1-2 ESV

I lift up my eyes to the hills.
    From where does my help come?
My help comes from the Lord,
    who made heaven and earth.

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Monday Morning Prayer

Heavenly Father,

As I begin this Monday, I come to You in humility and gratitude. I thank You for Your love and faithfulness, and for the gift of a new day.

I confess my sins to You and ask for Your forgiveness. I know that I am a sinner and I cannot save myself. I put my faith in You and Your Son Jesus who died on the cross for my sins. I ask You to cleanse me with Your precious blood and make me new.

I ask that You guide me and protect me as I go about my day. Give me wisdom and discernment as I make decisions, and help me to always honor You in all that I do.

I pray for Your blessings in my work and career. Give me the strength and ability to excel in all that I do, and use my talents and skills for Your glory. Help me to be a light for You in the workplace, and to be a positive influence on those around me.

I also pray for my family and loved ones. Protect them and keep them safe, and give them Your peace and joy. Help me to be a loving and supportive spouse, parent, and friend.

I also pray for Your protection in my health and well-being. Give me the strength to take care of my body and mind, and help me to have a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Lastly, I ask for Your guidance and direction in my spiritual life. Help me to grow in my relationship with You, and to deepen my understanding of Your Word. Give me a hunger for Your truth, and help me to share it with others.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Psalm 51:10-12 ESV

Create in me a clean heart, O God,
    and renew a right spirit within me.
Cast me not away from your presence,
    and take not your Holy Spirit from me.
Restore to me the joy of your salvation,
    and uphold me with a willing spirit.

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Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
    and he will make straight your paths.

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Colossians 3:23-24 ESV

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.

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1 John 1:9 ESV

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

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Matthew 6:33 ESV

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

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Psalm 16:8 ESV

I have set the Lord always before me;
    because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.

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Prayer for Monday Morning

Heavenly Father,

As I start this Monday morning, I come before You with a grateful heart, giving You all the honor, glory, and praise.

Thank You for Your faithfulness and Your provision in my life. I acknowledge that without You, I am nothing and can do nothing.

I ask that You would give me wisdom and guidance as I begin this new week, that Your word may be a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. I pray that You would give me the strength and the energy to accomplish all that You have called me to do, in accordance with Your purpose and plan for my life.

I ask that You would protect me and keep me safe throughout the day, covering me with Your holy armor and guiding my every step. I trust in Your goodness and Your love for me, knowing that You are always working for my good.

I ask that You would grant me the wisdom to make good decisions, and the discernment to know Your will for my life, so that I may live a life pleasing to You and bring glory to Your name.

I pray for Your blessings upon my relationships, my work, and my community, that Your love and grace may be evident in all that I do.

I ask that You would give me the courage to share Your love with those around me, and the boldness to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. I confess my sins and ask for Your forgiveness, and I thank You for the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.

I pray that Your spirit guides me, empowers me, and fills me, that I may bear fruit that glorifies Your name. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
    and he will make straight your paths.

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Psalm 91:1-2 ESV

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High
    will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,
    my God, in whom I trust.”

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James 1:5 ESV

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.

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Isaiah 41:10 ESV

Fear not, for I am with you;
    be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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John 15:5 ESV

I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.

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