Prayer for a Man

Heavenly Father,

We come to You today to lift up this man in prayer. We ask that You would bless him and keep him, that You would make Your face shine upon him and be gracious to him. We ask that You would give him strength and courage to face the challenges of this day and the wisdom to make the right choices.

We pray that You would guide him in the path of righteousness and help him to be a light in this world. We ask that You would bless his work and provide for all of his needs. We pray that You would protect him and keep him safe from harm and danger.

We pray that You would fill him with Your love, joy, and peace and give him the assurance of Your presence. We ask that You would help him to grow in his relationship with You and to trust in You in all things.

We pray that You would bless his family and loved ones, and that You would use him to be a blessing to others. We ask that You would pour out Your blessings upon him and help him to be a faithful servant of Your kingdom.

In Jesus’ name, 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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1 Corinthians 16:13-14 ESV

Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.

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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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1 Peter 5:6-7 ESV

Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

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Romans 12:2 ESV

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

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The Hope Prayer

Almighty God,

I come to You today with hope in my heart. I trust in Your goodness and Your faithfulness, knowing that You are always with me and that nothing can separate me from Your love.

I ask that You would give me the strength and the courage to face the challenges that I am facing. Help me to trust in You, even when things seem difficult or impossible. Give me the wisdom to know Your will and the grace to follow it.

I know that You have a plan for my life and that Your plan is for my good. I pray that You would help me to see the hope that is in You, even in the midst of my struggles.

I pray that You would lead me to the people and the resources that I need to overcome the obstacles that I am facing. I know that You are with me and that You will never leave me or forsake me.

I pray that You would fill me with Your peace and Your joy, knowing that You are in control and that You will bring all things to a good end.

This is my prayer in Jesus’ name. 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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Romans 8:28 ESV

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.

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John 14:27 ESV

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

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Romans 15:13 ESV

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

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Prayer to Protect Family

Almighty God,

We humbly come before Your throne of grace to ask for Your protection over our family. We trust in Your love and faithfulness and know that You are our stronghold in times of trouble.

We ask that You would surround our home with Your hedge of protection, keeping us safe from all harm and danger. We pray for Your angels to be stationed around us, to guard and guide us in all of our ways.

We also ask that You would grant us wisdom and discernment to recognize and resist any attacks from the enemy. We submit ourselves to Your authority and trust in Your goodness and grace.

We pray that You would bless our family with health, joy, and peace. We give You thanks for all that You have already done, and trust in Your faithfulness to continue to watch over us.

In the name of Jesus Christ we pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Hebrews 13:5 ESV

Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

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James 4:7-8 ESV

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.

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1 Peter 5:8-9 ESV

Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.

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2 Thessalonians 3:3 ESV

But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.

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Prayer for the Worker

Almighty God,

Creator of heaven and earth, we come before You today with grateful hearts to lift up the worker. Lord, we ask that You bless their hands as they labor, their minds as they plan, and their hearts as they serve.

Give them the strength to meet the demands of the day, the wisdom to make good decisions, and the courage to persevere when the going gets tough.

We pray for Your protection over them as they go about their work, and provision for their needs and the needs of their loved ones.

We ask that You fill them with a sense of fulfillment and purpose in their labor, that they may find joy in their work and that it may bring glory to Your name.

Lord, use the work of their hands to bless others, let it be a reflection of Your love and grace. And finally Lord, give them the rest they need to recharge, to come back stronger, and be renewed in Your love.

We pray all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen

Suggested Bible Readings

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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Ephesians 6:5-8 ESV

Bondservants, obey your earthly masters with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ, not by the way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as bondservants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, rendering service with a good will as to the Lord and not to man, knowing that whatever good anyone does, this he will receive back from the Lord, whether he is a bondservant or is free.

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Ecclesiastes 9:10 ESV

Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might, for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.

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1 Corinthians 10:31 ESV

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

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Proverbs 12:24 ESV

The hand of the diligent will rule,
    while the slothful will be put to forced labor.

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Prayer for My Momma

Dear Heavenly Father,

I come to You today lifting up my dear mother. Lord, I thank You for the love and care that she has shown to me. I ask that You would bless her and keep her safe in Your arms.

I ask that You would give her strength and grace for each day and that You would fill her heart with Your peace and joy. I pray for Your protection and guidance over her life, and that You would lead her in the way that You would have her to go.

I also pray for her physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, that You would heal her from any afflictions and bless her with good health.

I trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, and I know that You hear my prayers and have already begun to work in her life. So I give You all the honor and glory, and I thank You for Your blessings.

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Proverbs 31:28 ESV

Her children rise up and call her blessed;
    her husband also, and he praises her:

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Ephesians 6:2-3 ESV

“Honor your father and mother” (this is the first commandment with a promise), “that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land.”

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Matthew 15:4 ESV

For God commanded, ‘Honor your father and your mother,’ and, ‘Whoever reviles father or mother must surely die.’

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Prayer About Hope

Heavenly Father,

I come before You in humility and faith, seeking Your guidance and strength. I place my hope in You, knowing that nothing is impossible for You. You are the source of all hope and the One who never fails.

In times of uncertainty and fear, I trust in Your goodness and Your plan for my life. You are the God of hope, and I praise You for the hope that You have given me through Your Son Jesus Christ.

I ask that You would fill me with Your peace and joy, as I trust in You and Your promises. I ask that You would give me the strength to face each day with hope and courage, knowing that You are always with me.

I pray for all those who are struggling and facing difficult circumstances, that they may find hope in You. I ask that You would reveal Your love and grace to them, and that they may come to know the hope that can only be found in You.

In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior, I pray. Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Romans 15:13 ESV

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

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Psalm 31:24 ESV

Be strong, and let your heart take courage,
    all you who wait for the Lord!

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Isaiah 40:31 ESV

but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;
    they shall mount up with wings like eagles;
they shall run and not be weary;
    they shall walk and not faint.

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Isaiah 43:2 ESV

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
    and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
    and the flame shall not consume you.

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Prayer of a Woman

Heavenly Father,

I come before You in humility, acknowledging Your sovereignty and grace. You are my source of strength and my refuge, and I trust in You completely.

I ask for Your guidance and wisdom in all aspects of my life, as I strive to fulfill Your will and to live a life that is pleasing to You.

I pray for Your protection over my family, and for Your provision for all of our needs. I implore Your comfort and peace in times of adversity, and for Your joy and blessings in times of abundance.

I confess my sins and ask for Your forgiveness, as well as the strength to resist temptation and to live a holy and righteous life, conforming to Your image.

I give You thanks, Lord, for all of Your blessings, and for the salvation that You have provided through Your Son, Jesus Christ. I pray that I may be a faithful witness to Your love and grace, and that I may bring glory to Your name in all that I do.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

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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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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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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1 Peter 5:7 ESV

Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

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Prayer Before Surgery

Heavenly Father,

I come before You today with a grateful heart, asking for Your protection and guidance as I undergo this surgery. I trust in Your loving care and ask that You would be with me every step of the way.

I ask for Your healing hand to be upon me, and for Your wisdom to guide the hands of the medical team. I pray that the surgery would be successful and that my recovery would be swift.

I know that You are the Great Physician and that nothing is too difficult for You. I trust in Your power and Your goodness, and I know that You are always with me.

I thank You for Your love and Your grace, and I ask that You would fill me with Your peace and Your joy as I go through this surgery.

In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

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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James 5:14-15 ESV

Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.

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Philippians 4:6-7 ESV

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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A Prayer to a Friend

Dear Lord,

I lift up my dear friend to You today, asking that You would surround her with Your love and protection. Grant her strength for the day and peace for her mind. I pray that You would guide her in Your truth and enable her to make wise decisions. May she sense Your presence in her life and feel Your comfort and encouragement.

I pray that You would reveal Yourself to her in a powerful way and that she would come to a deeper understanding of Your love for her. I ask that You would use this time in her life to bring her closer to You and to aid her growth in faith.

I pray that You would bless my friend’s relationships, her work, and her home, helping her to find joy and fulfillment in all that she does.

I trust in Your goodness and faithfulness, and I am confident that You will hear and answer this prayer.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Suggested Bible Readings

Proverbs 17:17 ESV

A friend loves at all times,
    and a brother is born for adversity.

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Proverbs 18:24 ESV

A man of many companions may come to ruin,
    but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

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Proverbs 27:9 ESV

Oil and perfume make the heart glad,
    and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.

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Ecclesiastes 4:12 ESV

And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

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Romans 12:10 ESV

Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.

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Proverbs 27:17 ESV

Iron sharpens iron,
    and one man sharpens another.

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Prayer of the Family

Heavenly Father,

We come before You today to give thanks for the blessings of our family. We are grateful for the love and joy that we share with one another. We thank You for the protection and provision that You have given us. We ask that You continue to guide and bless our family and that we may grow closer to You and to one another each day.

We pray for Your wisdom and strength for each member of our family. We ask that they may fulfill the roles that You have given them. We pray for our children, that they may be guided by Your love and truth. We pray that they may grow to be men and women of God. We pray for our parents, that they may be blessed with health and joy, and that they may be a shining example of Your love for us.

We also lift up to You any of our family members who are facing particular difficulties or challenges. We pray that You may provide them with the grace and guidance they need to overcome them.

We ask that You protect our family from evil and harm. We pray that You would surround us with Your love and peace. We ask that You would use us to bring Your love and light to those around us. We pray that our home may be a reflection of Your love and goodness.

We give You all the honor and glory, and we pray this in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. 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 91:11-12 ESV

For he will command his angels concerning you
    to guard you in all your ways.
On their hands they will bear you up,
    lest you strike your foot against a stone.

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