Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Psalm 1:1-2

Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.

Prayer: Father God, I ask that You help me to walk in step with You. To find good and faithful friends who will guide me to You and encourage my walk with You. Help me, Father to find time for Your Word and to find lasting joy in it. Help me to be strong in You and to bear the fruit of the Spirit for Your glory. Allow me, Father to be in the assembly of the righteous. Watch over my way. Let me walk in Your righteousness. I ask in Jesus’ name, Amen.  (from the Casual Grace website)

Monday, November 18, 2024

John 17:17

 Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.

Prayer:  Lord, God, I thank You for Your Word.  In Your Word, I find the turth about Jesus’s suffering and death for my sins and the sins of all people.  It is only through Jesus giving of Himself that I can be made holy.  I look to the day that I will live in all purity and holiness with You in Your heavenly home.  Thank You that I have hope in You.  Amen.

Thursday, November 14, 2024

1 Peter 3:18

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,

Prayer: Dear Jesus,  I give You thanks and praise for giving Your ALL for the forgiveness of  my sins along with everyone elses!  You did this all be cause of Your tremendous love for me. Send Your Spirit to lead me and guide me each day to sere You until the day that You welcome me into Your heavenly home.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024

1 Peter 2 :15 – 16

For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, thank you for giving me freedom from the standards of the law. Thank you that you met me in my failures and gave me grace. I pray that you would continually remind me never to take that freedom for granted. I don’t want to slip into sin just because you have forgiven me. May your grace empower me to live life according to your purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (from the Pray.com website)

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Colossians 1:9

And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for Your Word.   From Scripture I can learn the plans that You have for me and all others.  I cherish the understanding that I have and I continue to pray that I might grow in wisdom from Your Word.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Monday, November 11, 2024

1 John 2: 15 – 16

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world.

Prayer:  Give me wisdom, Holy God, to invest in you and things that matter. I confess to you that my eyes and my heart are often distracted by the glitzy stuff that is temporary. By your Spirit, O Father, stir my heart to yearn for you. In the precious name of Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Romans 13:6

For because of this you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, attending to this very thing.

Dear Lord God,  I thanks and praise You that You are first in my life.  Help me to respect and honor those put in authority as government officials in my community, state and our country.  Please guide and protect all who are called to serve us in these special poritions.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, November 4, 2024

2 Corinthians 3:6

He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.

Prayer:  O God, our confidence is in Christ, who died for our sins and who was raised for our righteousness and now has filled us and empowered us with the Holy Spirit. May our words, our thoughts, our hearts, and our lives show Jesus as we seek to share him with others. It is in his name, the Lord Jesus Christ, that we pray. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Friday, November 1, 2024

Ephesians 1:18

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people,

Prayer:  O God, you are my Hope. I trust in you and your promises. But I admit that at times, like even right now, I sometimes struggle with my confidence that you will act in response to my prayers and do what I’ve trusted you with my life to do. Please fill me with your Spirit and comfort my doubts and kindle my passion that I may serve you with boldness and share with others your grace. Through my Lord Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Hearlight website)

Thursday, October 31, 2024

1 Peter 5:8 – 9

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.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Today, I stand in the victory that Christ has secured for me. I am aware of the adversary, but I am more consumed by Your love, grace, and protection. Empower me to be alert and sober-minded, not out of fear, but because I am a warrior in Your kingdom. Thank you for equipping me for every good work and for every battle.In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Ephesians 2:8 – 9

⁸ For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— ⁹ not by works, so that no one can boast.

Prayer:

Thank You dear Father, for Your free gift of salvation. I am not worthy to receive such a gift, but I thank You in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, my Saviour in Whom I trust. It is in His name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians/2/8

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Proverbs 9:10

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, give me an understanding heart, a fear of Your great and glorious majesty, and an increasing knowledge of my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ… for the more I know Him and the power of His Resurrection, and the more I fellowship in His suffering and pain, the more I will understand Your eternal character and Your unsurpassed attributes to Your praise and glory. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs/9/10

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Galatians 6:2

Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, You tell us the greatest commandment is to love one another as You love each of us.  So many people are hurting physically and emotionally.  There seems to be so many heavy burdens in peoples lives today.  Please strengthen me and guide my words and actions to help lighten their loads.  Let Your Light shine on them!  In Your name I pray!  Amen.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

 Proverbs 15:23

To make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is!

Prayer:  Loving Shepherd, I will spend much of my time today with people. Some of them know you, but most do not. Please give me wisdom to say things that lead people closer to you. Give me words of help and hope for the broken. Give me words of tenderness for the fainting. Give me words of direction for the confused. Father, I pray that whatever words I do say today may reflect your will and may be led by your purposes to bless others. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from Verse of the Day)

Tuesday, October 7, 2024

Isaiah 43:11-12

I, I am the Lord, and besides me there is no savior. I declared and saved and proclaimed, when there was no strange god among you; and you are my witnesses,” declares the Lord, “and I am God.

Prayer:  O Mighty God, I confess that I slip so easily into my day-to-day rut and grow immune to the joy and excitement of your salvation. Give me fresh eyes to see and a bold voice to tell of your glorious deeds, your mighty works, and your answered promises. I believe you are leading me to glory, so help me show and share that glory with those who do not know you as God, Savior, and King. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Savior I pray. Amen.  (from PrayerRequest.com)

Monday, October 6, 2024

Psalm 63:1

O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.

Prayer:  Holy Father, fill my heart with longing for you and my head with understanding that it is your presence I crave. I confess that I have often sought relief for my hunger in things that do not satisfy. I pledge today to recognize all other sources of satisfaction to be temporary and false. I promise to pursue you and your will through your word and your Spirit till I rest in your presence and grace. In the powerful name of Jesus my Lord, I pray. Amen.  (from Verse of the Day website)

Friday, September 27, 2024

Matthew 26:41

Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for being loving and forgiving.  Everyday I try to follow Your ways and Your commands but I fail.  Please strengthen me so that I do what You want and not the ways of Satan and the world.  I know that with You with me, I can be strong to stand up against what is wrong.  I pray this in Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday September 25, 2024

1 John 2:1

My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for calling me Your child.  I know that You are a Father that loves and cares for all Your children the same.  I am thankful that I can come to You with anything!  Please forgive me for all that I do that is against Your plan.  Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus to take the load of all people’s sins on Himself.  I trust that Jesus intervenes for me and all people so that we can be put on the path that You have planned.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Hebrews 10:35 – 36

So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.

Prayer:  Dear God, I come before you today claiming the promise that you have given us. I pray that you would help me to hold onto my boldness and not throw it away. I know that my boldness comes from you and that it has a great reward. I ask that you would strengthen me and give me the courage to stand firm in my faith, even when it is difficult. Thank you for the promise that you have given us and for the assurance that you are always with us. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the Prayerz website)

Monday,  September 23, 2024

Romans 5:3-4

Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope,

Prayer: Dear Lord, I have to admit that my first thought when I suffer is not, “Hey, I should be happy about this because this produces patience and perseverance in me.”   I’m usually squirming under the pressure that suffering brings.  But I’m listening to your word.  You tell me the good you are working in me by walking me through challenges.  I want to have more hope in my life. So, if enduring an illness or experiencing a set back makes me more durable and teaches me what to really value and if it gives me a bigger, better perspective, then I will receive it from your hand as a blessing rather than a curse.  Help me to grow in character by learning the deep lessons you want me to understand from my difficulties.   Forgive me for Jesus’ sake for checking out on your lessons at times when I suffer.  I really do want to let you make me into a mature believer while I sojourn here on your planet.  Amen  (Pastor Don Patterson)

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Ephesians 4:29

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father.  I ask for Your forgiveness for the many times that I’m frustrated or angry and my words are vengeful and unkind.  Thanks You for those that are gentle with their tone of voice and choice of words that calm me and help me to understand.  I ask You to help me to choose my words carefully so that I might be helpful and encouraging to others. I pray this in Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Philippians 2:3-4

Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  These are tough instructions!  Holding others in higher regard than myself is asking a lot!  First, I ask for forgiveness for not treating others with the respect and care that they deserve.  I cannot do this task by myself.  Please send the Holy Spirit to live in me and guide me so that I do my best to follow Your commands to love and care for others more than myself.  Thank You, Lord, for all the grace and blessings You give me every day.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Ephesians 5:1

Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.

Loving Father, I want to be more and more like Christ, to walk in newness of life, and to truly be a life where Christ can be seen in me. In His name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians/5

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Philippians 4:4

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

Prayer: Loving Father thank You for Your gift of joy and for Your fruit of rejoicing. Help me to take all my thoughts captive… especially those doubts and imaginings that are prompted by the enemy to steal the heavenly gift of joy that is mine in Christ. Thank You, Father, that You are worthy of all my praise and that Your joy is a heavenly medicine and spiritual muscle that strengthens my trust and increases my love for You. May I never cease to rejoice in You all the days of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Philippians/4/4

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Psalm 121:1-2

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

Prayer on 9/11:  Lord our God, our Father in heaven, we thank you for letting our failures and sins come before you and for giving us One who steps in to help us just as we are, with the right help for the good and the evil things in our lives. We thank you that our whole age can be comforted, and even the terrors of our days can be turned to the good because everything has already come before your holy eyes. Salvation will come out of disaster, life out of death. Praise to your glorious and almighty name! Protect our faith in your Son, Jesus Christ. May we always find strength and courage, even when we are in pain. The time is coming when your loving-kindness will be revealed among all nations on earth. Amen.  (from the Plough website)

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Isaiah 46:4

even to your old age I am he, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, for Your constant care and faithfulness throughout my life. Thank You that You will never leave me nor forsake me, even when I become old and forgetful. Praise Your holy name! AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Isaiah/46/4

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Matthew 28:18-20TesdAnd Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  You gave Words that taught and gave direction years ago.  Help me to take these Words, “to Go, make disciples, baptize, and teach” not as a suggestion but direction from You of things that You really want to have accomplished.  Send Your Spirit to strengthen my faith and to help me to have the courage to do as You expect and command.  Lead me to people that I might share the truth of Your promise that You are with us all the time, every day.  In Your name.  Amen

Friday, August 29, 2024

Ephesians 2:19

So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God,

Prayer:  For the incredible and boundless love you have given to me, O Almighty God, I can only fall to my knees and thank you. Your power is beyond my comprehension. Your awesome holiness is beyond my understanding. Yet your infinite grace is mine because of your love which cost you so much. Thank you. A million times over I say it, “Thank you!” In the name of Jesus my Lord. Amen.   (from the Hearlight Website)

Wednesday, August 28, 2024

John 6:29

Jesus answered them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for your words that remind us of the work of God. Help us to believe in you, whom God has sent, and to trust in your love and grace. Strengthen our faith and guide us on the path of righteousness. May we always seek to do the work of God and glorify your holy name. Amen.  (from the Prayerz website)

Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Isaiah 26:3

You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Please be with me and fill my life with Your peace.  I do trust You but I know there are times tht I think I can handle things myself.  I ask for Your forgiveness for the times that I stray from You.  I ask for the peace in my life that only comes from You.  In Jesus’ Name.  Amen.

Monday, August 26 2024

Romans 12:4 – 5

For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.

Prayer:  Dear Father, thank you for making me a part of something that is living, dynamic, powerful, and eternal. Thank you for giving me special abilities and gifts to use in the Body of Christ. Please help me find and use my gifts and abilities for the good of your people and to glorify you. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from Verse of the Day)

Friday, August 16, 2024

2 Corinthians 7:1

Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, bringing holiness to completion in the fear of God.

Prayer:  Purify my heart, my life, my body, my influence, O God. May my words and my thoughts be blameless in your sight. I want to be holy as you are holy and honor you as only you are worthy of honor. You alone are God! Through Jesus I ask it. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Revelation 3:14, 20

“And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.

Prayer:  Holy Lord and Savior, I know you long to share your presence and fellowship with me. I know you are nearby as I draw each breath. But I confess that I am often unaware, and even sometimes unappreciative of your presence. I ask you this day to come into my heart and fill my life with your presence, comfort, and power. I want my life to be lived for you and with you. Holy and Almighty God, thank you for providing Jesus as my Lord and Savior. In his name I offer my thanks and praise. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Ephesians 2:10

For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

Prayer:   Thank you for Your grace and mercy. Only through Your forgiveness am I able to become a masterpiece.  You are still working on me little by little. I pray You would help me become more like Christ each and every day. Father, I am not who I want to be yet, but thankfully I’m not who I used to be. Thank you for preparing good works for me and for using me for Your glory. I know it is because of Your loving kindness and Your unfailing grace that I am capable of any good works.  In Jesus Name,  Amen.  (From Letting His Light Shine)

Monday, August 12, 2024

1 Corinthians 6:19 – 20

Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You for creating me spirit, soul, and body. Thank You that I have been saved (spirit, soul, and body), by grace through faith in Christ. How I praise and thank You that I have the Holy Spirit dwelling within my body. I pray that I may be a worthy witness to Your goodness and grace, and that my body is a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable unto You. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Corinthians/6

Friday, August 9, 2024

Luke 12:6-7

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows.

Prayer:   Lord Jesus, thank you for the reassurance in today’s passage from Luke. Thank you for letting us know that God knows us through and through, and that God cares for us more than we can truly comprehend. Help me, Lord, to take in this knowledge.  I want to pray today for those who are going through hard times. It can be difficult to experiences God’s loving care when we’re suffering pain or injustice. You know that, Lord. So I ask for an extra measure of your grace to be poured out on   those who are in pain today.  I ask that you help me to live each day with the assurance of God’s care. May I truly know that nothing in all creation can take me away from God’s love given to me through you, Lord Jesus. Amen.

Thursday, August 8, 2024

Psalm 149:4

For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.

Prayer:  You take delight in your people. Delight! What precious yet unfathomable words. You delight in me! You crown the humble with salvation. I’m not sure I can claim humility, Father… And yet repentance cannot come through pride. Repentance only comes from a humble heart. What joy to know that You see our repentant hearts. You see and You have mercy. You see and You grace us with new life. Eternal life. Life with You. And it is your delight. It makes You happy. What joy to find myself in the presence of a happy father! Honor undeserved. Help me to walk humbly before You, Father. Help me to root out the pride that blinds me to your good plan. That keeps me from walking in your good purposes. Thank You for saving me. I will worship and adore.  (from the Paintings and Prayers website)

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Isaiah 33:22

For the Lord is our judge; the Lord is our lawgiver; the Lord is our king; he will save us.

Prayer: Lord, You are a mighty, rushing river of protection that keeps me safe from all my enemies. You are my refuge, my deliverer, my hope for the future. You are my King, my hope, my deliverer. You will judge the nations based on Your perfect law and immeasurable understanding. You alone can claim victory, and I praise You for Your eternal plans. May I serve You faithfully until the day Jesus returns. Your will be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, Augsut 6, 2024

Psalm 119:160

The sum of your word is truth, and every one of your righteous rules endures forever.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, Thank you for Your word and the wonderful way You reveal Yourself to me in it. I want to know You more and love You more. Please help me commit my heart to seek You and grow in my understanding of who You are and how much You love me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  (from the Scriptural Seeds website)

Friday, August 2, 2024

James 1:22

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.

Prayer:   Okay, Lord, you are stepping on our toes in a much needed way! We read your Word and trust it as good and beneficial. We even memorize what you say, but do we actually let your Word come alive in our lives?  Are we allowing your Word to really change us? Can people tell by our actions that your love has taken root in our lives? Can our families?  Lord, help us be courageous enough to put into action what we are learning from you. Help us to shed our old ways and be truly transformed by your Word!In the One who is the living Word – Amen!       (From the Creating a Great Day website)

Thursday, Augusst 1, 2024

Psalm 119:114

You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that You are my hiding place. Help me to abide in You, day by day. Thank You that You are my Shield and Defender. Help me to remain covered in the spiritual armour of God so that I may stand fast in Christ in the evil day. Thank You that Your Word of truth is altogether sure and can never fail. Help me to patiently endure the trials and difficulties of life, knowing that the day is fast approaching when Jesus will come to take me to be with You, Whom to know is life eternal. To You be all praise and glory. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/119/114

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

John 1:12 – 13

But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.

Prayer:  Abba Father, thank you for adopting me into your family. May my life reflect your influence, character, mercy, holiness, compassion, righteousness, and love. I want to be like you, my Father. I want to live like Jesus, my older brother who paid my adoption price. Just as I was born into your family by the power of the Holy Spirit, please fill me more with your Spirit and transform me to be more like Jesus in all I do and say this day. In the name of my older brother Jesus I pray. Amen.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Matthew 5:14, 16

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.

Prayer:  Lord Jesus Christ, let me bear your light to the world, shining brightly for others to see. Let us as a church be a city on a hill, visible and holy. Let your church throughout the world bear your image so that the kingdom of God might grow upon the earth. Let us remain faithful until you come again to reign over us all forever.   Amen.  (Hempfield Church)

Monday, July 29, 2024

Psalm 119:93

I will never forget your precepts, for by them you have given me life.

Prayer:  Holy Lord, help me see your words as life. I know you have given your commands, your will for holiness, to bless me and protect me. Use your Spirit to make my heart less stubborn and my life more nearly conformed to your will. In Jesus’ name and by his power I ask it. Amen.    (Verse of the Day website)

Friday, July 19, 2024

Isaiah 41:10

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.

Prayer:  Thank you, dear Father! You are not only the God of the heavens, but you are also my God. You know me and care about me. You hear my cries for help and mercy. You share my struggles and burdens. Please deliver me from every enemy, both physical and spiritual, and give me boldness to stand firm in my faith in you. In Jesus’ name I ask this. Amen.  (Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Psalm 119:7

I will praise you with an upright heart, when I learn your righteous rules.

Prayer:  Father God,  Thank You for Your guidance and protection.  Help me to learn and understand Your commands so that I can live a life that give You glory.  I thank and priaise You for all the goodness that comes into my life because I’m Your child.  In Your name.  Amen

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Romans 1:16

For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.

Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for the gift of Your Word.  The blessing of being saved through Jesus’ suffering, death and resurrection is more than can be imagined.  Send Your Holy Spirit to strengthen my faith and to help me to be bold as I share the Good News with anyone I’m able.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Colossians 2:9-10

For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily, and you have been filled in him, who is the head of all rule and authority.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I come before you today with a heart full of gratitude and thanksgiving. I thank you for the promise that in you, I am made full. I claim this promise today and declare that I am complete in you. You are the head of all principality and power, and I trust in your sovereignty over my life. I pray that you will continue to fill me with your love, grace, and wisdom, and that I will always find my strength and purpose in you. Thank you for your faithfulness and for the abundant blessings you have poured out on me. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the Prayerz website)

Monday, July 15, 2024

James 1:21

Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, It seems that the communities in which we live, our country, the world and many of our families are a mess.  Lead us to the peace and understanding that we can find in Your Word.  With You, Lord, we know that nothing is impossible.   Help us to trust in You and believe in Jesus as our Savior so that some day we can live in joy along with You in Your heaenly home.  In Your Name we pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Ephesians 3:20 – 21

Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  God, you are glorious, generous, and gracious. You have blessed me physically and spiritually with so many wonderful touches of your grace. I praise you for your faithfulness. I thank you for your grace. I exalt your name above every other name and hold it as a personal treasure. Please be glorified in me — my speech, may actions, my influence, my life. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse the Day website)

Monday, July 8, 2024

Psalm 138:2

I bow down toward your holy temple and give thanks to your name for your steadfast love and your faithfulness, for you have exalted above all things your name and your word.

Prayer: 

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your goodness and grace and for Your never-failing faithfulness towards the children of men. Thank You for the treasures we discover in the wonderful book of Psalms, and for psalmists, like King David, who wrote of Your faithfulness in times past, Your gracious deliverance in times of need, and Your precious promises in times to come. Thank You for Your unchangeable Word of Truth and the lessons it teaches us. I give you honour, glory, praise, and thanksgiving that Your promises are altogether truth for You have magnified Your Word according to Your holy name. Thank You, in Jesus’ name AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/138

Friday, July 5, 2024

Isaiah 12:4

And you will say in that day: “Give thanks to the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the peoples, proclaim that his name is exalted.

Prayer:  Holy God, stir in my heart a greater passion to share your love with the world. May my life, my money, and my concern be used to do more of your work throughout the world. Please bless the efforts of all those who share the Gospel of Jesus in a culture other than their own. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Proverbs 14:34

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.

Prayer:   Dear Heavenly Father, I believe you are the God of all nations and like a father with several children you love each and every nation you have created. That’s why you discipline whole nations and bless every one of them with their own strengths, weaknesses and prosperity. I know you see the sins in our land and grieve over them. You have blessed our U.S.A. with unbroken prosperity and have endured our failings through good times and bad. You have made us a leader in the world for freedom, fairness and justice. You have used our nation to catapult your gospel into all the world by sending missionaries from our affluent land to impoverished nations to give them your grace and mercy through your son. You have used our country to protect lives and topple tyrants through our military strength. On this great day of remembering our origins, we rise up to thank you for giving special blessings to and through our country. Thank you for the brave who gave their lives so we could be the free. It’s a privilege to pray to you as our one nation under God!  Amen   (Pastor Don Patterson)

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Jeremiah 17:9 – 10

The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it? “I the Lord search the heart and test the mind, to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his deeds.”

Prayer:  Lord, You made me, and You know me — inside and out. You know my faults, my shortcomings, and all my many weaknesses. I know I can hide nothing from You, even if I tried. Others judge me falsely, but You always know the true reasons for what I do. You know what I’m thinking. Forgive me, Lord, for I want to be clean and pure in Your sight. Keep me far from deceit and wickedness. Help me to have a clean heart and good motives. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Monday, July 1, 2024

Romans 12:3

For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, each according to the measure of faith that God has assigned.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, Thank You for the love You have shown me through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Help me to hold firm to this Truth so that my faith will continue to grow. Fill me with Your Spirit so that I can discern those who may be living for themselves. Help me to minister to those who need to hear the Gospel message. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (Scriptural Seeds Ministries)

Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Leviticus 19:18

You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the Lord.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Help me to heed your advice to not hold anything against anyone but to love everyone!  You ARE the Lord and You know what’s bet.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Jeremiah 23:24

Can a man hide himself in secret places so that I cannot see him? declares the Lord. Do I not fill heaven and earth? declares the Lord.

Prayer:   El Shaddai, God of the Mountains, be my source of strength as I seek your presence. I acknowledge your presence in all I do and everywhere I go. Please, don’t just keep blessing me, but use me to bless others in your name. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the verse of the Day website)

Monday, June 24, 2024

2 Thessalonians 3:3

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

Prayer:   Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for Your faithful promises.. to strengthen, establish, and protect me, even when my faith falters and I prove faithless and false to You. Keep me ever mindful of this truth and guide me in the choices I must make today. Use me as an instrument of Your grace and keep me from all evil, so that I may grow in grace and in a knowledge of You, and in my Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, in Whose name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/2-Thessalonians/3/3

Friday, June 21, 2024

Psalm 91:1

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, These days there are so many things that people are concerned about and suffering from . . . the heat, disasters, war, family situations, illness and so much more.  Hold all Your children close to You.  Help us all to know that there is comfort in the arms of our Heavenly Father and that He is Almighty!  Please give comfort to those who are suffering in any way today. . . coolness, where it’s hot, calm where there is disaster or war, peace among family members and friends, healing where there is sickness.  Our trust is in You, O Lord.  Amen.

Monday, June 17, 2024

Psalm 68:4-5

Sing to God, sing praises to his name; lift up a song to him who rides through the deserts; his name is the Lord; exult before him! Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation.

Prayer:  Father, may my life, my compassion, and my ministry reflect your heart for those who need care and protection, and love. Give me eyes to see this need more clearly and a heart to respond more certainly so that your love may be demonstrated through me. In the precious name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.      (from the Verse of the Day)

Friday, June 14, 2024

Philippian 3:20

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,

Prayer:  Loving Lord, what a wonderful privilege it is to be part of Your heavenly family, as one of Your children. Thank You, Father, for all the grace and love that you have poured out on me to give me a heavenly inheritance. I pray that throughout the rest of my life on earth, I may glorify Your holy name in my conversation and conduct. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Philippians/3/20

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Luke 11:13

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, You abundantly bless all people with what they need every day.  Please send Your Holy Spirit to give and renew the faith in your children.  The gift of faith and believing in the salvation that You give to all is remarkable.  Thank You, for blessing us each day.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Psalm 19:1 – 2

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, when I look into the heavens and see the splendour of Your handiwork and the glories of Your creative power, I am moved as was David to proclaim Your glory and to declare the wonderful works of Your mighty hand. But when I look to the cross of Calvary and see Christ:- dead, buried and resurrected to life.. so that by faith in Him I might be reconciled back to God; be forgiven of my sins and become Your child and heir – I am lost in wonder love and praise, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/19/1

 

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Prayer:  Lord, the world tells me not to just stand here, but to DO something; but Your wisdom is greater than the world’s wisdom. I needed to hear this today, Lord. I needed to be told to stand still and watch YOU accomplish Your purpose in my life. I am watching, Lord, and I look forward to honoring You for how You come through for me—again. Thank You, Lord. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.   (from the Heartlight website)

Monday, June 10, 2024

Colossains 3:13

bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.

Heavenly Father, thank You that I have been forgiven of all my sins and declared to be righteous, by faith in Your dearly beloved Son. I have not always been ready to forgive those that have hurt or injured me, but thank You for freely forgiving me of my sin unconditionally and forever. May I increasingly show forbearance and forgiveness towards my fellow man and readily pardon all who have hurt or harmed me. Develop in me a spirit of gentleness that shows the love of Christ to all with whom I come in contact, and may my life become a reflection of the beautiful love of Christ, Who died so that all who believe in Him might live. Praise Your holy name for all Your goodness and grace towards the children of men. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Colossians/3/13

Friday, June 7, 2024

Psalm 90:2,4

Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

Dear Lord God,  It’s impossible for me to understand everything about You.  I thank and praise You that You are God, my Creator, Savior and Sanctifier.  Thank You for being with me today and everyday.  Amen.

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Ephesians 3:17 – 19

so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.

Father, pour your love into my heart through the Holy Spirit and pour it out into the lives of those around me through me. Make me an instrument of your grace so that your love will be felt in clear and unmistakable ways by those whom my life impacts. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.

 Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Please give me all the tools I need to be a strong encourager of others.  Too often, I know I could do better in honoring those around me.  I ask for forgiveness for the times that I let You and others down.  Thank You for being my Support and Guide.  In Jesus name.  Amen.

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

1 Chronicles 29:11

Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all.

Prayer:  Great and Gracious God without compare, you are truly worthy of my best words and best thoughts and best imaginings. I not only worship and submit to you, but I rejoice that you are who you are, I celebrate what you have done, and I long for what you are yet to do. You are magnificent, my Father and my God. Through Jesus, and because of his matchless love, I praise you. Amen.  (from PrayerRequest.com)

Monday, June 3, 2024

Proverbs 15:1

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Prayer:  Dear Father in heaven, I pray that I may take note of the godly and gracious way to speak to others and apply it in my life. Help me to be careful when responding to the words of others so that I do not promote anger. Help me to turn away any bitterness or wrath with a soft and gentle answer. May my speech be a tree of life to others, and prevent me from ever crushing the heart or soul of another, through careless speech. I pray that my lips spread wisdom and knowledge, truth and love. May my speech and language reflect the gracious words that fell from the lips of the Lord Jesus during His sojourn on earth, and may I only say and do those things that honour His name. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs#

Friday, May 31, 2024

1 Thessalonians 4:16 – 17

For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord.

Prayer:  God, I look forward to the day of your next great surprise. I join the angels in standing on tiptoe as I look to the clouds to see my Lord and your Son return in glory and receive the welcome and honor he deserves. I praise you for that day now, even though I only see it by faith. Until I see you on that day, please know my heart’s desire is to serve you, even when my weakness gets in my way of showing it as fully as I should. I offer you my sincerest thanks and praise in Jesus’ name. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day)

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Psalm 56:4

In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?

Prayer:  Lord, we don’t know what is going to happen today. There could be many things that tempt us to fear. But we are making a decision right now that if anything or anyone does come against us, we will trust in You. We believe Your Word and trust Your power with all our heart, mind and soul. Help us, Good Father, to pray like the blessed gentile father in Mark did: “I do believe, help my unbelief!” (Mk 9:24) It is in Your good and Holy Name we pray, Amen (from the Psalm 91 website)

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Psalm 103:17-18

But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments.

Prayer:  Lord, Thank You for the steadfast love You show to me daily and for all generations before me.  You have kept Your promises throughout the ages.  Help me to honor You by remembering Your covenant and keeping Your commandments.  I confess that I am a sinner but with the Holy Spirit’s guidance, I will follow Your commands.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Romans 12:13

Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for being with me in ALL times – both good and bad, happy and sad.  Send the Holy Spirit to guide me so that I can share happiness with those around me and be compassionate for those who are enduring some type of sadness or pain.  I pray this in Your name.  Amen.

Friday,  May 24, 2024

Romans 12:10

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

Prayer:  Dear God, my loving Father, thank you for surrounding me with so many godly and honorable people. Please help me see ways each day that I can show them my love, admiration, and appreciation. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from the verse of the Day website)

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Romans 15:2

Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Please forgive me for all the times that I do not show care and compassion for those around me.  I admit that with behaviors and personalities that I too often find it difficult to be helpful.  YOU are always there for me.  YOU never let me down.  Help me support and encourage my neighbors whenever and however I can.  I pray this in Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Galatians 5:13

For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

Dear Jesus,  Thank You for freeing me from the bondage of sin.  There is so much that can happen if we live with joy each day knowing all that You have done and give.  Help me to be a reflection of Your love with those around me – those I know and those I have yet to meet.  I also thank You for the freedoms that we are blessed with as we live in the U.S.A.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

1 Corinthians 1:10

I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, forgive the times when I have allowed foolish pride or a careless attitude to cause disunity to fester within my heart towards my brothers and sisters in Christ. May I be of one heart and mind with other believers, knowing that we are all one in Christ Jesus our Lord, in Whose name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Corinthians/1/10

Monday, May 20, 2024

Romans 15:5 – 6

May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Father in heaven, I come to You today with thanksgiving for all the blessings that You give.  I am especially thankful for  the gift of redemption that is offered to me and all people through the suffering, death and resurrection of Your Son, Jesus, Christ.  Please send the Holy Spirit  to lead us in living in peace and harmony in our families, work places and schools, communities and beyond.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Friday, May 17, 2024

Romans 11:33

Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!

Prayer:   Dear Father,  How great your mercy is! How deep your riches and wisdom and knowledge are! How unsearchable are your judgments! How inscrutable your ways!  No one can know your mind totally! No one can be your counsellor! No one can give you a gift! Because from you and through you and to you are all things!May my faith never falter, my belief never fail. Continue your process of reconciliation among all your people, Jews and Gentiles.  In the name of Jesus Christ, my Savior. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Ecclesiastes 11:5

As you do not know the way the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a woman with child, so you do not know the work of God who makes everything.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Your works are glorious and You deserve all thanks and praise for all that You have made and for all that You give. We do not understand all that You do.  We do know that the gift of salvation through all that Jesus did was a great sacrifice that is given for all people.  Thank You for Your love and care.  Help me to share the Good News however and wherever You lead.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Psalm 139:13 – 14

For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.

Prayer:  Dear God,  With powerfully simple words, You created the beautiful world that we have to live in.  When You made man, You said, “It is very good!”  Thank You for making me and all people.  Help me to do my best to live a healthy life in mind and body.  Send Your Spirit to guide me every day.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, May 13, 2024

Proverbs 31:30

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Prayer:  Dear Father in heaven,  Help me to put You first in my life.  With You to guide me I hope to give You praise with my words and actions.  Lead me to be the person You created me to be and please forgive me for all the times that I am not.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, May 10, 2024

Matthew 18:15

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thank you for Your love and direction that You give us daily.  Please forgive me when I allow things to build up within me and at times go the wrong direction when I have a problem with someone.  Send You Spirit to give me the words, calm approach and strength to talk with someone when I need to.  Help my words and actions be a refletion of You in me.  Thank You.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Romans 8:1-2

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.

Prayer: I praise you, loving and gracious Father, for your mercy and grace. Your steadfast and redeeming love never ceases. Your mercies are endless. Your love is new and fresh every morning as your Spirit fills my life and your hope revives me to face another day. Thank you! In Jesus’ name I praise you. Amen.  (from the Verse of teh Day website)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

1 Thesssalonians 5:16-18

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Prayer:  Dear God, I am thankful that I can always come to You at any time for anything.  I can live a joyful life because I find my peace in You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, May 6, 2024

James 5:16

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

Dear Lord,  Thank You for keeping Your door open so that I can come to You with all  my needs.  When I feel I need to share with another what’s on my mind, please send the Holy Spirit to give me the words and the courage to do so.  Lord, I know that with You all things are possible and that You will answer prayer as You know is best.  Please guide my words and actions.  In Your name, Amen

Friday, May 3, 2024

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer

Prayer:  Loving Father, thank You for the Word of God and the godly instructions that are laid out for the Church in the epistles of Paul. Please help me to rejoice in hope, endure in tribulation, and persevere in prayer, as I press on to the goal of my calling. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

 

 

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/12

Thursday, May 2, 2024

1 John 5:14-15

And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for listening to Your children.  We have confidence in knowing that You hear our prayers because You tell us to come to You ‘without ceasing’.  We also know that as our Father in heaven that we are Your creation and that You love us and will only do what You feel is the very best for us.  Thank You for loving us and giving us what we need in Your time.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Hebrews 11:6

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Prayer:  Dear Father, thank you for my faith and all those who helped me come to know you and your grace. Please bless me as I seek to share this faith with my family and friends. Thank you for the confidence that my life is secure in your love and victorious because of your power. In Jesus’ name I offer you my thanks, my praise, and my heart. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day websight)

Tuesday< April 30, 2024

Ephesiand 4:15

Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ,

Prayer:  Father, forgive me for the bitterness in my heart and unfairness on my lips. Through your Spirit, help me better use my speech to bless others and glorify you. May I speak your truth with your love today in all my conversations. Through him who is Truth and Love I pray. Amen  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, April 29, 2024

Job 19:25

For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Thank You that because of the truth of Your Word and the work of the Holy Spirit I have confidence in knowing that Jesus lives and IS coming back for me and all believers.  Amen.

Friday, April 26, 2024

Hebrews 7:25

Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,   Thank You for holding me close to You and thank You for hearing my needs and being the Intercessor for me to the Father.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Colossians 1:27-28

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  O God, may the presence of Jesus within me stir me to do your work today. May your abiding grace, through the presence of your gracious Son, call me to your character and your concerns. O Jesus, please make my heart like our Father’s. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

1 Peter 1:18-19

knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.

More Precious Than Silver with Lyrics – YouTube

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Romans 14:11

for it is written, “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.”

Dear Lord,  I give you thanks and praise for being my Savior and King.  Send Your Holy Spirit to lead me and guide me every day so that I can share the Good News of Your love and salvation with others.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Monday, April 22, 2024

Romans 1:20

For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, how I praise You for the mighty works of Your hand, and for the many evidences of Your invisible attributes, eternal power, and divine nature. I pray that I may come to know You more intimately, love You more dearly, and grow more and more like my Saviour Jesus Christ Who gave His life as a ransom for many, including me. To You belongs all honour and glory, might, majesty, dominion, and power, forever and ever, AMEN.   (https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/1/20)

Friday, April 19, 2024

1 Corinthians 15:20-22

But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For as by a man came death, by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.

Prayer:  Almighty, Most Powerful God. Because of your grace and the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, I know I will see you face to face. Help me now, however, to live that resurrected life being more like Jesus today than any day ever before. In the name of my risen Lord I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, April 15, 2024

Romans 10:9 – 10

because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved

Prayer: Mighty God, your Son is my Lord. I love him and praise him for his redeeming sacrifice. I thank him for his conquest of the grave. I marvel at his sacrificial and triumphant grace. Jesus is Lord. I know it sounds sweet in your ears so I say it again, Jesus is my Lord. Thank you for being so great that you would be so sacrificial. In the name of my Lord and Savior, Jesus the Carpenter, I offer this thanks. Amen.     (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, April 11, 2024

2 Peter 2 :24

He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.

Prayer:  Oh Lord Jesus, the load that You took on Yourself because of the tremendous love that You have for me and all people.  Thank You!  It’s a miracle that only You can perform to heal all people from their sins.  Knowing of and believing in the living Savior allows me to live daily in joy!  I praise and thank You, Jesus  Amen.

Friday, April 5, 2024

2 Corinthinas 5:14 – 15

For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all, therefore all have died; and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for calling me Your own.  I can only clain to be Yours because of what You did for me and all people on the cross.  You took the burden of all sin and have promised new life.  Thank You for Your victory over sin, death and the devil.  Lead me to live for You!  I ask that You send the Holy Spirit to strengthen me and guide me in sharing the Good News of salvation with anyone I may meet.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Ephesians 1:7

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,

Prayer: 

Thank You, Father, for Jesus. Thank You that in Him, I am forgiven and redeemed, through His blood. Thank You for extending the riches of Your grace toward me, simply because I believed in Him as my Redeemer. In His precious name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians/1/7

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Tuesday, April 2, 2024  

Matthew 20:17-19

And as Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, he took the twelve disciples aside, and on the way he said to them, “See, we are going up to Jerusalem. And the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes, and they will condemn him to death and deliver him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified, and he will be raised on the third day.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord, we know the story. We have known the story a long time. But still it shocks and surprises us. Every time. To hear again of your commitment and courage, your steadfast persistence in the face of all we consider to be earthly powers. To hear again the story of the rejection and cruelty you endured. Why? Because you love us. You want us to see again what real love really looks like. As we share your journey you shape our lives, transforming us from the inside out, that we might be reflections of your love. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  (Prayer by Rev. Kerry website)

Friday, March 29, 2024

2 Corinthians 5:21

For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

Prayer: Almighty and loving Father, thank you for making me holy — your righteousness — by the sacrifice of Jesus. Thank you, dear Savior, for paying such a horrible price, not just by dying on the cross, but also by becoming my sin and carrying away my guilt. All praise to you, dear Father, for your plan, and thanks and glory to you, dear Jesus, for your loving sacrifice. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, March 28, 2024

1 Timothy 2:5 – 6

For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for sending Jesus to stand for us in front of You.  Jesus gave His life, His all for ALL people of all time.  Jesus endured all the torture and pain.  He knows everything that burdened Him as He went to the cross for ALL of us.  Send Your Spirit to lead us and guide all who know of this tremendous sacrifice of Jesus to give thanks and praise to You by sharing the Good News with all that we meet or have contact with.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Psalm 62:7

On God rests my salvation and my glory; my mighty rock, my refuge is God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You that You are my protection.  I know that I can lean on You for strength in all things.  I can find my rest in You because You give me the promise of salvation though all that Jesus did on the cross and with His resurrection.  With praise and thanksgiving, I pray this in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Philippians 1:29

For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake,

Prayer:  Make me courageous, O God! Help me to be faithful in times of trouble and strong in times of persecution, hardship, and suffering. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Monday, March 25, 2024

1 John 1:9

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Please forgive me today for not coming to You when I’ve sinned and done wrong.  You tell me and all people to call on You  for any reason, at any time.  Thank You for all the pain and suffering that You endured so that my sins and the sins of all people can be forgiven.  I thank and praise You for Your faithfulness to me.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Jeremiah 17:7-8

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.”

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Forgive me for the days when my trust is not in You.  Thank You for the seed of faith that I have been given.  Help me to grow and stay strong in knowing Jesus as my Savior.  Lead me in branching out to others around me to encourage them to know that they, too, are in the care of You, their Heavenly Father.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

1 Peter 2:2-3

Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation— if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good.

Prayer: Dear Lord,  Thank You for Your Word.  You give all that we need to live!  Please fill me up!  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, March 18, 2024

Romans 15:13

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.

Prayer: Loving Father, my heart rejoices as I realise the depth of love You have for me. You truly are my glorious God of Hope, and I thank You that this is not the doubtful ‘hope’ of the world, but a definite hope that is securely founded on Your unchangeable Word. Enable me to share this truth with those with whom I come in contact today, to Your praise and glory. In Christ’s name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/15/13

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Psalm 139:23-24

Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  I praise you for being my God.  Forgive me for the times that You look into my heart and mind and see things that are sinful and wrong.  Again, I trust in You and ask You to lead me in my life on earth and into eternity in Your heavenly home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Deuteronomy 6:6-7

And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.

Prayer:  

Heavenly Father, thank You for this important lesson. Keep me alert to the dangers of falling into a worldly mindset and help me to keep the eyes of my heart on Jesus. I pray for the younger generation that are surrounded by increasing attacks on the Word of God. Help us all to teach the truth of God’s Word to our children at every opportunity and protect the hearts and minds of our children and grandchildren. This I pray in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Deuteronomy/6/7

Monday, March 4, 2024

Joshua 1:9

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for being my guide, protector and companion everyday and everywhere.  Although I may be frightened from time to time, help me to be strong and courageous because I know You are with me.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, March 1, 2024

Psalm 73:25 – 26

Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Please forgive me for all the times that I forget or don’t admit that You are my all in all.  Lord, be with me and guide me all of my days on earth until the day that You welcome me home i heaven.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 28,2024

2 Timothy 1:7

for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

Prayer: Father, forgive me for the times I have been timid about my faith. I recognize that my timidity showed itself in those times when I didn’t depend on your Spirit to strengthen me and give me boldness to say the things I need to say in the ways I need to say them. Please fill me with your Spirit so that I can be a person of character and compassion, demonstrating power, love, and self-discipline in my life. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.   (from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

1 John 3:18

Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.

Prayer:  Gracious and loving heavenly father, I pray today that I show love to my neighbors. Help me to not just speak love, but to show love, and be love. Let me share your love with others in deed and truth. Amen.  (from teh Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, February 26, 2024

1 John 4:9  In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him.

Prayer:  Dear Loving Father,  Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus into the world to teach us how to live and love.  Guide us in living our lives completely depending on You to show us the Way.  Please live in us and shine Your love through us and forgive us through Jesus when we do not reflect Your love to those around us.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, February 23, 2024

Proverbs 14:22

Do they not go astray who devise evil? Those who devise good meet steadfast love and faithfulness.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Forgive me for the times that I stray from Your plan for me.  Help me to stand up against the devil and all his evil ways.  Lead me to seek goodness and love and to be faithful to You.  Please shine Your Light on me so that I may reflect Your ways.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, February 22, 2024

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.

Prayer: 

Heavenly Father, I pray that I would let these sweet words of truth settle in my heart. There are times in my life when I am very fearful. I know that when I am fearing things in life, I am not exhibiting trust in You. I pray that You would surround me in Your perfect love, where fear has no place to stay and has to be cast out. As I rest in Your love, I pray that I would experience the peace the passes understanding, whatever situation of life I am in. And as I come to a deeper realisation of the depth of Your superlative love for me, may I be used by You to love as I am loved. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: Verse of the day for 1 John 4:18

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-John/4/18

Friday, March 1, 2024

Psalm 7

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Romans 13:9 – 10

For the commandments, “You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not covet,” and any other commandment, are summed up in this word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.

Prayer: God who gave Moses the Law on tablets of stone, please write your character and will on my heart that I might be a living stone, testifying to your righteousness and grace. Help me to think more carefully about how my neighbors feel before I act or react to them — not just today, but every day! In the name of your Son, Jesus I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Proverbs 17:9

Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father,

Give me the self control that comes from love to cover over the failings of others with mercy and forgiveness.  And help me to forget them so I am not able to satisfy my need to vent by sharing their mistakes with other people.  I don’t want to be the reason that someone thinks negatively about their friends, family and acquaintances.  Instead, I’d rather speak well of the in order to change their impression of each other for the better.  I repent of those times I’ve slipped and told what others have done wrong when there was no good reason to share it.  Thank you for covering my sins so I won’t have to pay for them before your Father in heaven.  Amen   (from A Reason for Hope website)

Monday, February 19, 2024

1 John 4:11 – 12

Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.

Prayer  Abba Father, it is so comforting to know that you are not far away — that I live in you and you live in me. Help me see others with your eyes and respond to their needs with your heart so that your love may be complete in me. In the name of Jesus, the Servant and Savior of all, I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

John 13:34-35

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Too many people do not know anything about love.  Many think it’s only the romantic Valentine’s Day type . . . thank You for the tremendous love you give to me every day – especially the forgiveness and promises that are given through Jesus’ death and resurrection.  Send your Spirit to give me strength, the words and actions to let others know of a greater Love than the romance  of the day.  In your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Prayer: Father, I believe that you gave Jesus to save me from my sins. I confess that I cannot fully understand that love, but I thank you and praise you with all of my heart. Please forgive me when my life does not reflect your loving evaluation of my worth. Give me the strength to believe what you say about me and what you have done for me. I place my full trust in your love to continue its transformational work of redemption in me. Thank you that you are making me better than I am right now. Thank you even more for ransoming me from my sin and giving me life with you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Monday, February  12, 2024

1 Corinthians 13: 6 – 7

it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

Prayer:  O LORD, God of love and truth, as you pour your love into my heart through your Holy Spirit, please refine my love to be genuine and true, without guile, manipulation, and deceit. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers, as is right, because your faith is growing abundantly, and the love of every one of you for one another is increasing.

Prayer:  Holy God, may your love so fill me so that I can fully share love with those that I meet each day. May this love grow and increase so that others may readily see its benefits and recognize that it is a direct response to the lavish love you have shared with me. Through the power of your Spirit, help my love increase! In Jesus name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Matthew 5:43-45

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I am so privileged and blessed to be called Your child.  You love all people the same and it’s so difficult for us to do the same.  Help me to show the same love and compassion to those around me today and when my sinful self gets in the way of Your Plans, please send the Holy Spirit to give me courage and strength.  Thank you, Lord.  Amen. 

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Psalm 97:10

O you who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the lives of his saints; he delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

Prayer:  I love You, Lord and am so thankful for all that You give.  You have given all people Your Word.  Your Word tells us to love all and hate all evil.  Send Your Spirit to empower us to do that every day.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Proverbs 21:21

Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, lead me to look for righteousness around me.  It seems that pursuing righteousness and kindness might be difficult these days.  You promise to be with me wherever I go, so I ask You to help me and share the Good News of Life with You with anyone I meet.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, February 5, 2024

Psalm 33:4 – 5

For the word of the Lord is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord.

Prayer:  O Magnificent and Majestic Creator, I greet today as your gift and a reminder of your faithfulness. Each day the sun rises I anticipate the day you honor your promise to send your Son back to bring us home to you. Give me a keen sense today of your faithful presence. I pray this through him in whom all your promises find their fulfillment. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 1, 2024

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, I honor you as God Almighty. I appreciate you for all your kindness and blessings lavished upon me. I love you because you first loved me in Jesus. My heart’s desire today is to demonstrate my love for you in all I do, and love and say. Through Jesus. Amen. (From the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Ephesians 4:2

with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

Prayer:  Give me strength and patience, O God, that I may be as loving, gentle and patient with others as Jesus was with people during his earthly ministry and you have been with me. In the name of Jesus, my Lord and hero I pray. Amen.  (frpm the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.   

Prayer:  Holy and Magnificent God, thank you for being better than anything my world can offer me. Thank you for calling me to a higher standard than the world accepts. Thank you for giving me the promise of a better future than any human can imagine. Thank you for giving me a high calling to live up to you. In Jesus’ holy name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Galatians 6:1

Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.

Prayer:  Father, forgive my sins as I forgive those who have sinned against me. But Father, also help my heart to be gripped by the gravity of sin’s effects and to be stirred into action to help those whom it has trapped. Through Jesus, who came to rescue me from my sin, I pray. Amen  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

James 1:5

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You are our wise Heavenly Father.  You know what we need and You bless us as You see fit for our daily lives.  Help me to be wise with the gifts You give me and to make great choices today especially when I’m dealing with someone else.  Thank You for guiding me.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Monday, January 22, 2024

Matthew 7:7-8

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.

Prayer:   Loving Father, thank You for breaking down the barrier between God and man and permitting me to come into Your holy presence in prayer, for mercy to find help in time of need. Help me to pray and keep on praying in spirit and in truth. Help me to pray purposefully and persistently, and in accordance with Your will… and may I learn to ask in faith, to seek You with all my heart, and to knock with patient endurance so that I may live according to Your will. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Matthew/7/7

Friday, January 19, 2024

Matthew 7:12

“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

“Lord Jesus, please help us to love others today. Help us to love as You love; to love our neighbor as You have loved us. It is difficult because ego and pride never ceases to attempt ransoming our senses, carrying us away with anger, strife and confusion. So we humbly ask You, Lord, to help us love like You love; to forgive like You forgive. We ask for Your help in mending our wounds; healing our broken relationships; replacing any feelings of hatred in our hearts with a divine and unshakeable love … so that even when we are hurt and misunderstood, we will continue to love and extend mercy just as You have done for us. We pray not to fall victim to the traps of this world — arguing, cursing, and accusing — but to instead love others as You have commanded us. In everything we do and say, Lord, let our every action and word be motivated by our unwavering love for You.  In Your good and holy Name, we pray.  Amen.  (from the Psalm 91 website)

Thursday, January 18, 2024

1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for being faithful to me all the time.  Forgive me for the times that I am weak and overcome by the temptations that surround me.  Thank You for Jesus that He is the one that provides the way out for me and all who believe in Him.  Please send the Holy Spirit to live in me and give me direction and wisdom to get through the tough times.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Philippians 2:14-16

Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Shine Your Light on me and in me today so that I might be a reflection of You to those around me.  Thank You!  Amen.

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Galatians 5:16

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

Prayer: Dear Lord God,  You share in Your Word what You expect of Your children and how we should live.  I stray from Your plan for me every day.  Please forgive me.  Send the Holy Spirit into me to stengthen me when I’m weak and walk with me and guide me all my days.  Thank You for Your presence in my life.  Amen.

Monday, January 15, 2024

John 8:31-32

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, I believe in You and pledge my allegiance to You. My desire is to be a true disciple, obeying Your commands and following Your teachings and examples. Help me to remain faithful in spite of the temptations and trials and fears brought on by this evil world. Help me to remain in Your Word; fill me with Your truth. Grant me perseverance and persistence to be all You created me to be. I pray for the peace and freedom that comes only by being faithful to Your truth. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Friday, January 12, 2024

Galatians 3:26 – 28

for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Prayer:  Thank you, dear Father, for adopting me into your family. How can I thank you for all you have done to make me your child and a rightful heir to your glorious riches of grace. Thank you, dear Jesus, for your sacrifice that brought me into your family. In your name, O Jesus, do I offer my prayer and my praise. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Psalm 118:5 – 6

Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Some days there just seems to be so much wrong and overwhelming in my life and swirling around me.  Forgive me when I forget or ignore Your promises to me.  Give me the confidence to know and believe that You are with me every step and every minute of every day.  With You at my side I know that I have all that I need.  Thank You!  Amen.

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

1 Peter 1:15 – 16

¹⁵ But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; ¹⁶ for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, I want to be holy and have a life that is set apart unto You. I want to have a life that is honouring to You in thought, word and deed. Help me to take every thought captive to Christ and develop a mind that is circumspect, stable and self-controlled – to Your praise and glory, in Jesus name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Peter/1/16

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Matthew 6:19-21

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Too often, we say and think we need possessions and money to live and keep us happy. Forgive me when I value things more than I value the forgiveness that I receive.   Help us to be reminded that anything and everything that we have on earth is temporary and will wear out or eventually be destroyed.  Send Your Spirit to strengthen our faith so that we might be reminded that the best comes from You and that the best will be when we’re with you for eternity in Your heavenly home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, January 8, 2024

Amos 5:14 – 15

Seek good, and not evil, that you may live; and so the Lord, the God of hosts, will be with you, as you have said. Hate evil, and love good, and establish justice in the gate; it may be that the Lord, the God of hosts, will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.

Prayer:  Lord, many things in this world are so tempting; so very enticing. I confess that I need Your help to resist and remain pure and holy in Your sight. Many things the world calls good are actually evil. Sometimes it seems like no matter how hard I try to stay faithful and true, Lord, temptation rears its ugly head and tries to get me to fall. Give me strength and endurance to finish the race and win the crown of life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Friday, January 5, 2024

Isaiah 1:16-17

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  First of all I know that I cannot make myself clean.  The only One that makes me and all people totally clean and without sin is Jesus.  Thank You, Jesus for taking all creations sins on Yourself as You paid for all as You hung on the cross.  Send Your Spirit to help me to try to live a clean and orderly life.  Help me to show kindness and mercy to those who are in need.  I thank and praise You for Your blessings in my life.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursdsay, January 4, 2024

Micah 6:8

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You tell it like it is!  You have given us good things for our lives.  You spell out with Your love in the Commandments what You expect of all people and how to live.  Please forgive me for all the times that I stray from the path that You have set before me.  Lead me and guide me to value justice and to show others kindness and let me be humble.  Walk with me everyday, Lord.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Titus 2:11-12

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

Prayer:  Holy Father, I confess that I live in a confusing time. Satan is always distorting the distinction between right and wrong, good and evil, moral and immoral. Because you have been so gracious with me, may my life today reflect the righteousness you gave me through Jesus. “May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart, be pleasing in your sight, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Through Jesus, my atoning sacrifice I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Psalm 90:2

So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Prayer:  Everlasting Father, I find great comfort in knowing that I cannot be in a place or time where you are not. Stir my courage through your Spirit that I may be more bold, by your power and presence, to share the Gospel of Jesus. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Heartlight  website)

Friday, December 29, 2023

John 14:1 – 3

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I believe You died for me so that I could be forgiven. I believe You were raised from the dead so that I could have new life. I know I have done wrong things, and I’m sorry. Please forgive me and give me the power to follow You all the days of my life.  I also thank You for the hope You have freely given to me through Your Son Jesus. Lord, help my doubt when I cannot see. As I eagerly wait in expectation of Your coming, strengthen me to persevere in the calling You have laid before me. I know that all things work together for good to those who love You. Lord, I commit my life to Your purposes today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (from Scripture Seeds)

Thursday, December 28, 2023

Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  It’s near the end of another year and so many think about all that’s happened over the last months.  Thank You for being with us in good times and bad.  Thank You for inviting me to Your loving arms to calm me and allow me to rest.  I know I need to trust in You and rely on Your promises.   Lord, lead me and guide every day.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Psalm 103:1-2

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits,

Prayer

Loving Father, how I praise and thank You for Your many and great blessings that You have showered over us all, despite our foolish rebelling and sinful pride. How great You are and what a gracious God that You should care for such as me.  Thank You, Father, for Your unconditional and everlasting love towards me. May I grow more and more to be like You, guide and teach me in all that I say and do, so that I may do all according to Your will.  I ask You to continue to pour our Your bountiful blessings and mercy on me and my whole family. I ask this in the name of the lovely Lord Jesus,  Amen.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/103/2

Monday, November 27, 2023

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.

Prayer:  I am so thankful today, Lord, for all the many blessings you have poured into my life. Your love, grace, mercy, and forgiveness give me hope for the future. Your gift of Jesus gives me life today and promises life tomorrow. The incredible physical blessings, as well as the blessings of family and friends are wonderful. But the greatest of all blessings is the assurance that I will one day see you face to face and share your glory presence forever. In Jesus’ name I thank and praise you. Amen.   (from Verse of the Day website)

Friday,  Novembeer 24, 2023

Colossians2:6-7

Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.

Prayer: Father God, I want to walk in your ways. I want to stay on the right path, stay away from temptation, and walk in the light of your path. Help me to love others, be an encouragement, and be an example to others. I pray that you be with me and guide me, amen.  (From the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Colossians 3:15

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.

Prayer:  Dear Father,  Let Christ’s peace rule in our hearts. Let us be at peace in his one body. Fill our hearts and mouths with overflowing thanksgiving.  Let Christ’s word dwell in us richly. Let us teach and admonish each other in all wisdom.  Let us impart grace through the songs flowing from thankful hearts.  May we do everything, whatever it is, in the name of our Lord Jesus.  We give thanks to you, our God and Father, through his name. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

1 Corinthians 1:4-5

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—

Prayer:  Lord our God, we thank you that you are so near to us that we may feel and know we are your children, your children who are in your hands with all that belongs to our earthly life, all our needs and temptations, all our efforts and pain. We come together to thank you, and our thanksgiving wins a victory over everything that makes life difficult for us. In this thanksgiving the harshness, crookedness, and injustice on earth cannot harm us. Protect us with your light, which gives us wisdom for all situations and which lifts us above everything that is base and meaningless and must pass away. Amen.  (from the Plough website)

Monday, November 20, 2023

Psalm 95:1 – 2

Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I come before Your presence praising You, thanking You, Lord, for all Your blessings. You are Almighty, King of Kings, Lord of Lords. I see Your glory all around me, in the sun, the moon, the ocean, on all the earth. I pray I never take Your love and blessings for granted, that each day as I bow down and worship You, I will never forget the privilege of coming to You in prayer. You are my shelter in times of need; You are my strength, my rock. Thank you that You are always there, forgiving me, loving me. I pray that I can be a faithful servant and listen for Your Holy Spirit to guide me as Your sheep, that I will hear Your voice. You are my God; I love You with all my heart. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.  (Prayer by Barbara Budlong)

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Psalm 119:18

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

Prayer:   Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me Your Word. Thank You for the privilege of opening it and reading it today. I admit to You that I am in a hurry. I am busy and distracted. So please slow me down. Help me focus. Keep distractions away. Help me listen to things in Your Word that I need to hear. Use Your Word to point out areas of sin that I need to confess. Open my eyes to blind spots that I keep missing. Show me where I am off track. Open my eyes to a biblical perspective of where I am and where I should be. Instruct me regarding business interactions. Help me understand and apply Your instructions. Guide me regarding my relationships. I desire to be a godly friend. Open my eyes to Your Word that will help me be a friend according to Your ways. Lord, I desire to know You more fully and deeply. Speak to me in a new and fresh way through Your Word. Father, please open my eyes to see the wonderful truths You have for me.   In Jesus’ Name. Amen.  (from the One Place website)

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Psalm 119:43

Trouble and anguish have found me out, but your commandments are my delight.

Prayer:  Oh Lord, there is so much that troubles me and others every day.  You have given Your commands to lead and guide in every situation.  I rely on You to direct my every step.  Thank You for steering me in the right direction.  Be with me and all Your children.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

1 Peter 3:18

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,

Prayer: Almighty God, thank you for the gifts of your grace, Spirit, forgiveness and life. Most of all, thanks for the gift of your Son, who brought life and immortality to life in me through your salvation. While I have no great desire to die, I know I can look through death to you and your victory in me through Jesus. Please give me the courage to live for you every day until that day you take me home. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, November 13, 2023

1 Peter 2:15-16

For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Let  me learn from Your Word the expectations that You have for Your people.  Help me to live as Your child and serve You and Your people.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, November 10, 2023

Job 37:5 – 6

God thunders wondrously with his voice; he does great things that we cannot comprehend. For to the snow he says, ‘Fall on the earth,’ likewise to the downpour, his mighty downpour.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Open my eyes and ears to see and hear all that You do.  Since You control the sun, rain and snow, You can certainly control things in my life.  Lead me and guide me all of my days.  I thank and praise You!  Amen.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Isaiah 1:18

“Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.

Prayer:
O the joy your grace gives me, glorious God! I can never thank you or praise you enough for rerouting the whole direction of my life so that it will end, and begin again, in you and your grace. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (From Prayerrequest.come website)

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Joshua 24:15

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You are the giver of all good things for us.  The best is for You to be our loving Heavently Father.  Thank You!  Too many people live in chaos not knowing the true living God that provides for all needs.  Yes, many are living in terror of what is happening in their homes and communities but You promise to be with all who love You in all times.  I ask You today to be with all families.  Send Your Spirit to strengthen all to know You and serve You.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

1 Timothy 2:1 – 2

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Today in many places in our country elections are being held.  Help all who are voting make wise, God-fearing decisions.  For those who are in leadership positions, guide them to govern all in honest, caring ways.  Surround all people with Your love and help all to know that You are Lord and King of all.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, November 6, 2023

Ephesians 1:9-10

⁹ he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, ¹⁰ to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.

Prayer: Loving Father, Your plans and purposes demonstrate Your great and gracious wisdom. Thank You that in Christ, I am part of that plan, where Christ is all and in all. May my life be one that sings forth Your praises, not only with my lips but in my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.  (from the Knowing Jesus website)

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians

Friday, November 3, 2023

Romans 13:1

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for watching over us and guarding us from all evil.  In the world today, too often it is forgotten that You are in control.  We  live in a very sinful and corrupt world.  Turn us to You.  You have a plan for order.  Please work in the hearts and minds of the leaders in our communities to lead in ways that give You the glory in all that is done.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Philippians 2:3-4

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, You put all people in a very special place when you went to the cross for our salvation.  Now, help all people to value and love all others.  Love and understanding of our neighbor can only be done with Your help.  Shine Your light on us today.  Amen.

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Philippians 2:1 – 2

Friday, September 8, 2023

Psalm 143:10

Teach me to do your will, because you are my God. May your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

Prayer: Savior God, teach me and guide me with the Holy Spirit. Show me the right path. Help me make the right decisions. Steer me away from temptation and bad habits. I pray that you always be in my midst. Keep me upright and make my way strait. Amen.  (from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Thursday, September 7, 2023

Colossians 1:28

Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Telling about You is a great privilege!  When I tell the story of Your tremendous love and all that You have done from creation and through the ages help me to be wise and choose my words carefully that anyone that hears may know the Truth.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

John 14:23

Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for opening the door to the path to our Heavenly Father’s love.  I pray the Holy Spirit guides me in following Your commands today and everyday.  The day when all believers are welcomed into our Father’s heavenly home will be a day filled with joy! Amen.

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus,  Thank You for Your promise to be with me to “the end of the age”.  Lord, give me the strength and guidance to follow Your commands.  Send Your Spirit to give me the confidence to share the Good News of Salvation through all that You did with anyone I meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.

Prayer:  Father, I confess that I have let my own over-sensitive self be wounded and have reacted with pettiness when my brothers and sisters in Christ have not treated me as I felt I deserved. I know Jesus was treated so rudely and shamefully by those he created and so I shouldn’t be surprised when things don’t always go well for me. But Father, please help me to know when to challenge those who wound me with a loving confrontation and when to just ignore the barb and find a way to minister to them because of some deeper wound has crippled them in their life. Father, let me be an instrument of your peace, harmony, grace, and unity. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, September 1, 2023

Proverbs 22:6

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You for the privilege, responsibility, and joy of the children You have placed in my life. I humbly ask that You would guide me in the way that I should teach them and train them, and pray that they may grow up in the fear and nurture of the Lord. May they grow in godly conduct, make wise choices, and learn to be both responsible towards others and accountable to authority. Keep them from worldly ways, direct and govern their lives, and may they never depart from the way of righteousness. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.        Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs/22/6

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Psalm 95:6 – 7

Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for Your care and guidance today and always.  Help me to be obedient.  Open my head and heart so that I hear You, follow Your commands and direction and that  my life gives You glory.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Philippians 3:1

Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! 

Prayer:  Lord, You are with me all the time – in good times and bad.  I thank You and I am filled with joy because I know You are with me.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Galatians 3:28

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for creating all people to have their own special looks and traits.  We’re living in the world now where too many live in judgement of one another.  Please forgive when unfairness happens and give direction as to how to live more peaceful and respectful lives.  You’ve made all, redeemed all and promise to be with all and now ask You to make us all one in Jesus.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, August 28, 2023

John 6:29

Jesus answered them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.

Prayer:  Dear God, my Father, please stir me to live with my faith in Jesus as THE most important thing in my life. Help me properly discern what is important. Help me integrate everything into my life based on my relationship with Jesus. May Jesus be the center of my life, my hope, and my faith. Amen.   (from the Heartlight website)

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Psalm 116:1-2

I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live.

Prayer:  Lord, I praise You for hearing my voice and my prayers for mercy and grace. Thank You for lending me Your ear and caring about my problems and trials. Forgive me for not coming to You sooner; for waiting until I’ve exhausted all my human efforts before seeking Your help and advice. Remind me that every time I’m overwhelmed suddenly with troubles and sorrows, You are ready and anxious to listen to my pleas. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight websie)

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Psalm 94:18-19

When I thought, “My foot slips,” your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up. When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.

Prayer:  Lord, thank you for Your strength that lifts me up, Your love that renews my  worthiness and for hearing my every concern or worry.  Lord, I’m so thankful that You gave me life, are in my life and guide my life.  Please shine on me as I go through the day.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Romans 8:32

³² He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?

Prayer: Lord, we appreciate Your help in getting us through the difficult, for giving us what we need to endure. Thank You for being with us always. Today Lord, we come to You in Jesus’ Name and we pray for easy. Would you make our way easy, and grant us access to the impossible, to the bright and beautiful?  May the blessings pour into us because they are attracted to You within us. Make our health easy, our relationships easy and our finances easy. You did not spare Your own Son, but delivered Him up for us all. How shall You not with Him also freely give us all things? We praise You, Lord Jesus. Thank You, Father God. Amen and amen. (from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Monday, August 21, 2023

Psalm 42:8

By day the Lord commands his steadfast love, and at night his song is with me, a prayer to the God of my life.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for Your love and guidance.  The gift of music is a blessing to me.  Thank You for all the talents that You’ve given to people so that they can provide music to bring calm and joy in life and to praise You.  I can go through my day knowing that You are with me.  Amen.

Philippians 1:21

For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Please forgive me for the times that I do not reflect You in my life.  Please shine in me so that I can live for You.  Thank You that I can live with the promise that You give for eternal life with You for all who believe.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, August 17, 2023

2 Corinthians 10:17-18

“Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.

Prayer:  Lord of majesty and mercy, every good and enduring thing in my life I have because of you. While these words are simple, they are heartfelt. In Jesus’ name, thank you!  Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

2 Corinthians 7:1

Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

Prayer:  Lord, thank You for cleansing me from all unrighteousness.  Help me not to follow my former ways, but to follow the path that You have laid before me.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Philippians 2:3 – 4

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Let all that I do be done in love and concern for others.  Forgive me for all the times that I’m self-centered and uncaring.  Please use me to share the message of Your love and salvation.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Monday, August 14, 2023

Revelation 3:14, 20

“And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.

Prayer: Risen and exalted Christ, our Lord and King – Come into our hearts today, renew us and remake us in Your image so that we are pleasing to You. Forgive us our complacency and self-satisfaction and create in us a holy unrest with our affluent, Western lifestyles. Thank you for not giving up on us.  Holy Spirit – Give us spiritual eyes to see our poverty… our nakedness… our blindness. Gently lead us into the Truth about our own condition and that of the world around us. Give us broken hearts – even the heart of Christ – for the broken lives, the broken people and the broken churches around us. Give us a spirit of grace and truth as we offer them hospitality and invite them to enter into a new relationship with You.  Heavenly Father – You made us to walk with You: to know You, to love You, to serve You. You are the Ruler of heaven and earth. Fill us with a proper sense of awe and wonder as we humble ourselves before You. We would be faithful and true to You – the one and only God – Father, Son and Spirit. Amen.  (from The Peanut Gallery website)

Friday, August 11, 2023

Psalm 119:14

In the way of your testimonies I delight as much as in all riches.

Prayer:  Holy God, thank you for your written Word, your people’s Scripture. May your truth come alive in my life just as it does in my heart and mind. In the name of your Son Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Psalm 46:1

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Prayer:  God, thank You that I can count on You as a source of strength and protection on good days as well as when I’m really struggling.  Thank You for always being with me.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, August 9,2923  

Luke 12:6 – 7

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for affirming my worth.  You know me and love me for who I am.  Lead me in being the person created by my Heavenly Father and redeemed by You.  I will not fear because I know the Lord my God is with me.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Psalm 149:4

For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.

Prayer:  Lord God, the reasons for praise and thanksgiving in this psalm are so different from the reasons for praise and thanksgiving in my daily walk. At work we celebrate a new client, a project finished and successfully launched, a victory in the classroom. At work and at home we celebrate things that are done well and that turn out well in the world. But you lead me to thanksgiving before I even step into this day, before a task is completed, before a single thing is done. You lead me to thanksgiving and praise because you are pleased with me. You take pleasure in me and in all of your people. We are the apple of your eye. You take pleasure in us and you crown us with salvation. And you did this before I was even born. You took pleasure in me before I was born. You crowned with victory and your salvation before I did a single thing. O Lord, continue to lead me to thanksgiving and praise today because of your work for me. It is so good. Lead me to praise and thanksgiving because of your applause for me and the crown you have given me. Amen.  (from the Mt. Lebanon Church website)

Monday, August 7, 2023

Isaiah 33:22

For the Lord is our judge; the Lord is our lawgiver; the Lord is our king; he will save us.

Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for Your kindness as You rule over us.  The world is really messed up – not at all the way You’d planned but because of You and all that Jesus did, we have hope for eternal life with You.  Thank You for leading and guiding.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 1, 1012

Psalm 119:114

You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.

Prayer: Praise God, my hiding place. Thank you for being a refuge for me when I feel defeated. Your word gives me comfort, hope, and joy. Help me be a friend and helper to others, just like you have been to me. Thank you for giving me hope, amen.  (from the Daily Prater Guide website)

Monday, July 31, 2023

John 1:12-13

Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for being my Father.  Thank You for wanting and welcoming me into Your family.  Please guide and direct me in all Your ways.  Help me to follow Your path.  Amen.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I thank You for all that I have.  Today I ask that You strengthen my faith.  Walk with me and guide me.  I know and trust in all Your promises.  Please help me to live as Your child.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Psalm 119:60

I will hasten and not delay to obey your commands.

Prayer: O God, give me a heart that is quick to obey and a faith that is quick to express itself in action. I want to please you with my words and thoughts, but even more Father, I want to live a life full of your character, wisdom, and grace. Help me to quickly obey your voice. In the name of Christ Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)
Monday, July 24, 2023

Psalm 112:5

It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice.

Prayer:  Loving Father, I know I will meet people today who need me to be generous with my love, my time, my forgiveness and my money. Please help me to treat them fairly and with love, just as you have treated me. May my life reflect your grace to others who need your love. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, July 21, 2023

Psalm 119:30

I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I set your rules before me.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father,  Help me to follow You with all my heart, soul and mind.  Please open my heart and mind to know and understand to the best of my abilities the way that You lead.  Thank You.  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, July 20, 2023

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  I long to have close, personal fellowship with the people around me, but sometimes it seems so hard to achieve. Yet, You promise that as I learn to walk in the light of your truth and love, and the people around me do to, then I will have rich personal fellowship with them, the way You always intended people to have. Help us to walk in your light, so we can enjoy close relationships. Help us live honestly, humbly, and comforted by grace that covers all sins. Drive out all criticism and judgmental-ness, so I welcome people with open arms. All of this so we can be close to You and one another and enjoy what the world hasn’t got a clue about.  Amen.  (from the Reason for Hope website with Don Patterson)

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Isaiah 41:10

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.

Prayer: Heavenly Father: you are my God and I am your child – you love me, you are with me, and you always want the best for me. + Make me strong as I face the challenges of the day. + Take my hand and guide me throughout the day. + Hold me up and keep me standing firm throughout the day + Expel any fear and anxiety I may have with your perfect love for me.Heavenly Father: No matter what I face today, I will look to you for deliverance and abide in your loving presence. Through my Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.  (from the Peanut Gallery by Art Chartier website)

Tuesday, July18, 2023

Psalm 119:7

I will praise you with an upright heart, when I learn your righteous rules.

Prayer:  Father, thank You for the joys in life—Your gifts, big and small, for us and for others. The earth is full of the wonderful things You created. Help us to recognize the gifts You delight in giving us so we can receive with open arms, without fear and without doubt. Fill in all the empty places that have been hidden from You for so long. May we delight in receiving Your wonderful gifts, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.  (from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Monday, July 17, 2023

Romans 1:16

For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Help me to speak Your Word loud and clear so that anyone I meet may know and celebrate the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ.  Thank You.  Amen.

Friday, July 14, 2023

John 15:10

If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love.

Prayer:  Dear Father in Heaven,  Keeping Your commandments is tough.  We live in a sinful world and are weak.  Please lead and guide me in keeping Your commandments.  I love You, Lord.  Help me to show love and respect when I’m with others.  Forgive me for all the times that I’m not respectful of Your love and commandments.  Thank You for being with me today.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Philippians 2:9 – 11

Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  We thank You for Jesus.  We praise You for all that Jesus did for all through His suffering and death on the cross and the promise we have of eternal life because He lives, we who believe also shall live.  Send Your Spirit to help us share the Good News to all we meet even if we may feel uncomfortable.  You will give us courage!  We give You glory!  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Matthew 4:4

 Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for Your Word.  You give the Words of love, comfort and guideance for all our needs.  Please lead me to live according to Your Word.  Thanks, too, for all that Your provide for all earthly needs.  You are our loving Father and we thank You.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Jeremiah 32:17 

“Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You are all-powerful and Your outstretched arms hold all the earth.  Please shower us with Your love.  Protect us from violence and guide us with Your wisdom.  Help us to boldly share the goodness of Your love.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, July 10, 2023

Philippians 1:6

And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I’m confident of two things today.  1.  You made me and all creatures.  When You had finished, You said, “It is GOOD!” and 2. That You will continue Your work in me until the day I’m with You in Your heavenly home.  Please lead and guide me today and always.  I ask You to lead me to live as the good work You intend.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Psalm 33:12

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Over the years, You have blessed our nation, The United States of America.  Thank You!  Our country lives in termoil these days.  Our communities are living with violence.  People question the ability of our leaders to lead.  Lord, turn us to You.  Please stand beside us and guide us with Your Light.  In Your Name we pray.  Amen.

Monday, July 3, 2023

Proverbs 14:34

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, I believe you are the God of all nations and like a father with several children you love each and every nation you have created. That’s why you discipline whole nations and bless every one of them with their own strengths, weaknesses and prosperity. I know you see the sins in our land and grieve over them. You have blessed our U.S.A. with unbroken prosperity and have endured our failings through good times and bad. You have made us a leader in the world for freedom, fairness and justice. You have used our nation to catapult your gospel into all the world by sending missionaries from our affluent land to impoverished nations to give them your grace and mercy through your son. You have used our country to protect lives and topple tyrants through our military strength. On this great day of remembering our origins, we rise up to thank you for giving special blessings to and through our country. Thank you for the brave who gave their lives so we could be the free. It’s a privilege to pray to you as our one nation under God!  Amen  (from the Reason for Hope website Rev. Don Patterson)

Friday, June 30, 2023

Zechariah 14:9

And the Lord will be king over all the earth. On that day the Lord will be one and his name one.

Prayer: Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing. How I praise You, Lord, for loving me so much that You became a man so that by death, You would destroy death and give all who believe in You, eternal, abundant life. Draw many into Your kingdom today, for You alone are worthy of our praise and worship, forever and ever, AMEN.                                        Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Zechariah/14/9

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Psalm 138:8

The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.

Lord God: You knew me, made me, called me, and had a plan for my life even before I was born.+ Thank you for your unfailing love and faithfulness to me over the years.+ Thank you for sending your Son, Jesus, to sacrifice his life in order to save mine.    + Thank you for enabling me to recognize his voice and to follow him along the path of Life.+ Thank you for your protection from the schemes of the evil one to steal my joy and destroy my life.  Lord God: Continue working out your good purpose in me and give me the ability to hear your voice ever leading me to a rich and satisfying life. Through my Lord, Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.  (from the Peanut Gallery website)

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

2 Peter 3:9

The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I praise Your wonderful name for your long-suffering attitude toward me, Your errant child, and toward the whole world. I am sorry for those times when I have wondered why Jesus has not returned yet. Help me see the unsaved world through Your eyes of love, that You want all to be saved. Give me a hunger to spread Your saving gospel of grace to a lost world. I know that Jesus is coming back at the right time. I pray that many may come to faith in You, while there is still time. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/2-peter-3-9

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Matthew 16:25

For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.

Prayer:  Holy God, I believe that Jesus is Lord, your Son, my Savior and King. I long for his life to be made visible in mine to your glory. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, June 26, 2023

Leviticus 19:18

Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the Lord.

Prayer:  “Lord, Your Word teaches us not to hold any grudges but to instead love our neighbor as we love ourselves. This is difficult … but as with any challenge we believe we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. We ask today for a heart like Jesus; for eyes to see only the good; and a tender conscience … willing and able to love, forgive and bestow mercy even when we don’t feel like it. We know all things work for the good of those who obey Your Commandments; and while this is not easy for feeble flesh, our deepest desire is to please You. Please forgive our unforgiveness, Lord, and bless our neighbor as well as our enemy. Thank You for loving us unconditionally. May we go out into the world and do the same. In Jesus’ Name we pray, Amen. (from the Psalm 91 website)

Friday, June 23, 2023

Isaiah 40:31

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.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Forgive me for not being patient!  You make promises and carry them out in Your way and in Your time.  Help me to be patient.  Help me to trust and rely on Yoo!  Please give me strength to move through the days with joy to serve You and those around me.  With You, I lack nothing!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Psalm 121:7-8

The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You promise to be with me wherever I go.  I know You keep Your promises.  Thank You!  I put my trust in You.  Amen.

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Psalm 91:1

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.

Prayer:  Give me eyes to see, O LORD, and a heart to believe that you are there when I cannot see any evidence of your presence. Please be my protection in times of attack and my refreshment in times that bring soul-withering despair. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Mark 8:36

For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?

Prayer: Father, help me to keep my priorities right, my life holy, and my heart open to your will rather than being blinded with my own self-seeking. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.    (From the PrayerRequest.com website)

Monday, June 19, 2023

Ephesians 5:25 – 26

Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for washing us clean with Your own precious blood.  Having Your Word to read and lead us daily through our lives is a real blessing.  Help us to love one another in our families and communities with the love that You shower upon us.  Use me today to tell of and demonstrate Your love to another person that I may meet.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Psalm 103:13

As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.

Prayer:  Father of Mercies and God of all Compassion, thank you for not only knowing and caring about my struggles and problems but sending me help in Jesus and the Holy Spirit. By one I know your love and mercy and by the other I know your might and power. May your Spirit of compassion be found in my relationships. Through the grace of Jesus I pray. Amen.   (from Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Proverbs 23:24

The father of a righteous child has great joy;  a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Thank You for fathers.  Please give them wisdom as they care for their children.  Help them to be strong conscientious leaders for their children.  Most of all we are thankful to have our wise heavenly Father to turn to in all circumstances.  Bless all who care for children toay and always.  Amen.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Philippians 3:20

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  While we wait for Your return, help us to be good respectful citizens in our earthly home.  Guide and protect us all.  Help our leaders to use wisdom and discernment as they make plans for our communities and our country.  Thank You for our home here and help us be prepared for the day when You return to take Your children home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Luke 11:13

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

Prayer:  Abba Father, through the precious Holy Spirit I come before you asking you to empower me, my loved ones, and our church through the power of your Holy Spirit. I pray for renewal to sweep over our country and our world led by your Spirit of grace, power, and love. In the name of Jesus, the giver of this great gift I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, June 12, 2023

Psalm 19:1 – 2

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge.

Prayer:    Dear Heavenly Father,  Every morning and evening I see your glory in the skies. You are the master artist of the universe. The colors and contrasts are breathtaking. They remind me of your majesty and your creativity. So many people are busy in their homes and businesses when your beautiful paintings appear in the heavens. But still you paint them, again and again. They show that you are the creative force behind everything in nature, including me. What I see each day is only a microscopic portion of all you produce that day. Oh Author of life, accept my puny praise for your powerful and masterful handiwork. And accept my thanks that you have grace for sinners like me who take up space in your masterpiece.  Amen

(today’s prayer by Pastor Don Patterson on the Reason for Hope website)

Friday, June 9, 2023

Matthew 7:13 – 14

“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Forgive me for all the times  that I take the easy path.  This way may seem easy in many aspects of daily life but it doesn’t always end with the best results.  Stay close to me, Jesus, take me by the hand and lead me through both the good times and tough times until I’m with you in Your heavenly home.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Habakkuk 3:19

God, the Lord, is my strength; he makes my feet like the deer’s; he makes me tread on my high places. To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments.

Prayer:

You have delivered us through life’s trials and difficulties, Father. We praise you for the compassion and power you have demonstrated in our lives. You are our rock as we face the future.  (from Today in the Word website)

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Psalm 90:2

Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world  from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, my mind cannot comprehend the wonders of Who You are, but I praise Your wonderful name that You have disclosed Yourself to me in Your Word. Help me to know You more, to love You better, and to follow You more nearly with every passing day. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/90/2

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Ephesians 3:17 – 19

so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.

Prayer:
God, today grant me
Strength to do as You please
Wisdom to discern Your best for me
Compassion to serve others who need You
Power to overcome the world’s temptations  (from the Walk in Belief website)

Monday, June 5, 2023

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thank You for building me up when I’m down.  Please forgive me for times when I feel sorry for myself.  Help me to be strong and courageous in my own life and as I do my best to support those around me.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord.

Prayer:  Dear God,  You have mighty plans for the day when You take all Your children to Your heavenly home.  Be with all people and help us be prepared for this triumphant day – whenever it may be.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Friday, May 26, 2023

John 3:17

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for the boundless love You’ve shown us through the work of Your Son, Jesus Christ.  Thank You for saving me from all my sins and mistakes that occur in my life daily.  I ask You to send Your Spirit to live in me and guide me to walk in Your ways.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, May 25, 2023

James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Today, I ask for patience and wisdom to thoroughly listen to those around me and to think before I answer.  I thank You for Your love and guidance in all situations.  In Your name, Amen.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Romans 12:10

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

Prayer: Father, thank you for giving me a world wide family. Thank you for loving me so completely. Father I ask that you help me be more open with myself and my time to those in your family. Give me a heart that burns to bless and be blessed by those you have made your children. Through my brother Jesus I pray. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Romans 15:2

Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.

Prayer:  Holy and Matchless God, help me see the brokenness, hurt, and difficulties in the lives around me. Please use me to bless others who so desperately need to experience your love and grace. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, May 22, 2023

Galatians 5:13

For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You for this important reminder that both legalism and a license to sin is unacceptable in the life of a child of God. Thank You for the freedom I have in Christ, and help me to live in holiness and righteousness to Your praise and glory, serving others through Christ’s love, which only comes as I continue to abide in Him and He in me. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Galatians/5/13

Friday, May 19, 2023

James 3:17-18

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.

Prayer:   Dear Jesus,  Give me this wisdom from above.  I cannot produce it on my own.  Make me peace loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Help me see the supreme value of unity and togetherness.  Produce this wisdom between others and me. Make it fun and peaceful for us to live and work together.  I want to live in the peaceful fruit of righteousness and help others experience it too.   (From a A Reason for Hope website)

Thursday, May 18,  2023

Hebrews 6:10

For God is not unjust so as to overlook your work and the love that you have shown for his name in serving the saints, as you still do.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for being my just and loving Father.  I thank You for being the guide in my life.  Help me to serve You and others to the best of my abilities.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Romans 11:33

Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out!

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Help me to know You better.  Lead me to trust Your wisdom and Your judgments.  Please give me wisdom to make wise decisions.  I know that You have great plans for me!  Lead me to be a faithful follower of Your paths and Your ways.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Zephaniah 3:17

Prayer:  Lord, help us to seek You and follow your Word. In times of trouble teach us to realize that You are with us and love us with an everlasting love. Like the bright yellow pansies seem to smile with joy, let us realize that You are for us, and rejoice over us with joy. Lord, teach us to put our faith in You and find peace. In Jesus’ holy name. Amen  (from the Garden Faith website)

Monday, May 15, 2023

Ecclesiastes 11:5

As you do not know the way the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a woman with child, so you do not know the work of God who makes everything.

Prayer:  Dear heavenly Father, I don’t know your ways. You bless, touch, heal, and save our souls. I don’t know your timing, and I don’t always understand the reasons why. Despite this, I trust you completely. I know you answer prayers, and I ask you to be with me always, amen.    (from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, May 12, 2023

Proverbs 31:10, 27 – 28

An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You that You have given us the tools to live a virtuous Christian life that honours Your name. May I seek to apply all that Scripture teaches on godly living so that I not only care for those closest to me and bless my fellow man, but also that Your name may be glorified through the life I live. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs/31/28

Ephesians 4:32

 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  We may think that this is asking a lot . . .to be kind, tenderhearted and forgiving – WOW!  You’ve shown us the way in this plus much more.  Send Your Spirit to live in each of us to be the people that You want us to be knowing that You make ALL things possible even in difficult situations.  Please be with us all today.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Matthew 18:15

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I ask You to forgive me for the things that I do that are wrong and singful.  When I need to work things out with someone else, please help me to choose my words and actions wisely.  When we’re able to work our problems out with You at the center, I know there will be peace and joy!  Thank You.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Romans 8:1-2

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.

Prayer:  Abba Father, thank you for your deliverance. I know you paid a very high price to give it to me. Forgive me for not letting that deliverance make my heart soar with confident joy. Lead me by the power of your Spirit so that I can experience the freedom and joy of your salvation — not just at the end of my days, but in the moments of today. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, May 8, 2023

Colossians 4:5 – 6

Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Please help me be wise when talking with others today and always.  When I’m in a converation help me not to babble but to make sense in what I’m saying so that to others it might be clear and understandable.  Most of all help me to be a relection of You in all I do.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, May 5, 2023

Philippians 4:6-7

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  I’m so thankful that You know everything about me and yet You tell me to talk to You and ask You for blessings in my life.  I know You listen to me and send Your Holy Spirit to give me peace and joy even when I’m at my worst.  Please be with those who are struggling and if there’s a way for You to use me, please guide me and give me wisdom.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, May 4, 2023

2 Chronicles 7:14

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

Prayer:  Father God, thank you for the calling on my life. I pray to you, pledging my life to your service. Please forgive my sins, my heart, and my ways. I seek your face in prayer and in actions, please help me to be a blessing to those around me. Amen.  (from the Daily PRayer Guide website)

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Prayer:  Father, I thank you, because no matter what struggles I face, you assure me of ultimate victory. I thank you, dear God, because no matter the hardship or burden, I know you will help me through it and bring me to your presence with great joy. Until that day of ultimate victorious joy, please ransom my heart from discouragement by the power of your Holy Spirit. In Jesus’ name. Amen.    (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

1 John 5:14 – 15

And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus,  Thank You for hearing my prayers.  I know that You hear me and that my requests will be answered.  Lord, help me to be patient in waiting for answers.  I know that You know what is best for me.  Help me to put my trust and confidence in You always.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, May 1, 2023

Hebrews 11:6

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I realise how quickly and easily I can move from trusting You to doubting Your Word, when things do not go the way that I expect. I pray that like the men and women of faith in Hebrews, my trust in You will not falter. Help me to earnestly seek You day by day, for I know that only as Christ lives in and through me, by faith, can I be pleasing in Your sight. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Hebrews/11/6

Friday, April 28, 2023

Philippians 2:5 – 8

Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, what a glorious truth to realise that I am a new creation in Christ and have the Holy Spirit of God living in me. Help me to live in complete dependence on You and in godly unity with my brothers and sisters in Christ. Keep me from contentions and strife, and help me to consider the needs of others before my own. And Lord, I pray that the mind that was in Christ Jesus may dwell in me richly so that I may act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before You, all the days of my life. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Philippians/2/5

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Luke 19:10

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thanks be to You for searching for me.  Thank You for giving Your life to save me from all my sins and eternal damnation.  Send Your Spirit to stir my faith so that I may be strong and cling to You.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Hebrews 7:25

Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Jesus,  Thank You for all You do for me everyday.  Because of all that You do for me, I know and believe that I am held close to You.  Help me to turn to You not only for my needs but for the needs of family, friends and others that I do not know.  You know everyone’s needs.  I ask You to give to all what they need and help me to reflect Your love in any way I can.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Colossians 1:27-28

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  God, today grant me   Strength to do as You please    Wisdom to discern Your best for me    Compassion to serve others who need You    Power to overcome the world’s temptations  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen  (from the Walk in Belief website)

Monday, April 24, 2023

1 Peter 1:18 – 19

For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.

Prayer: 

Father, thank you for your awesome love that sets me free through Jesus Christ! I am still amazed when I try to think it all through. My mind is boggled some by things I don’t understand, but my heart is full of love and appreciation for your great gift to me and all my brothers and sisters. Thank you! In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the JesusWalk website)

Friday, April 21, 2023

John 10:28-30

I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.”

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for having a tight grip on me.  Amen

Thursday, April 20, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:55 – 57

“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, thank You for making it possible for us to glimpse how wonderful life will be when You return to restore us and all Your creation. “ank You for making it all possible by taking our sins on Yourself and suffering God’s punishment as You died in our place on the cross. As You rose in glory that Easter morning, so too
raise us to new life—now in faith, and on the Last Day, in body and spirit. I pray in Your holy Name. Amen  (from Lutheran Hour Ministries)

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:20 – 22

But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.

Prayer:  Almighty, Most Powerful God. Because of your grace and the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, I know I will see you face to face. Help me now, however, to live that resurrected life being more like Jesus today than any day ever before. In the name of my risen Lord I pray. Amen.     (from the Hearlight website)

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Romans 13:6 – 7

This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, It’s Tax Day again!  Too often we complain about having to pay them.  It might be because often it’s not fully understood where our tax money is going!  Thank you for our countries leaders – no matter which level they serve.  Please lead all citizens to be respectful of the polical leaders and guide the political leaders in respecting all citizens.  Guide those making decisions to use the wisdom that can only come from You.  Bless us all.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, April 17, 2023

1 Corinthians 1:18

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Help me to hear Your message of love and the promise of forgiveness and eternal life loud and clear.  Help me to share Your story with anyone I meet so that they may know Your love and power.  In Your name I pray.  Amen

Friday, April 14, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:1, 3 + 4

Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for the Good News that we have everyday!  Send Your Spirit to help me hear and understand all the messages that we can learn from Scripture.  Now, help me to firmly stand in my faith with the help of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Luke 9:23 – 24

Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Sometimes I’m weak and lazy.  Please forgive me when I don’t follow You and serve You and others as I should.  Lord, You have given me life!  Lead me to live a God-pleasing life everyday and prepare me for the day when I can celebrate having eternal life with You in heaven.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

1 Peter 2:24

“He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”

Prayer: Forgiving Lord, I want to leave my sinful life. I want righteousness to fill the holes left inside me from hurt, pain, and sin. God I pray that you heal me from this sin. Give me the strength to turn away from it, and boldly change from my sinful ways. I ask you to forgive my sins and lead me to holiness in your son Jesus’ name, amen.   (From Daily Prayer Guide website)

Monday, April 10, 2023 

Romans 5:6 – 8

You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.   

Prayer:  Prayer: God thank you for sending your only son Jesus to die on the cross for our sins. While we were still sinners you died for us. May your grace compel us to live for something Greater than ourselves. In Jesus name we pray. All God’s people say Amen!   (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)

Friday, April 7, 2023

Galatians 2:20

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for the life You’ve given me through Jesus life, death and resurrection.  Send Your Holy Spirit to live in me and strengthen the faith You’ve given me.  Help me to have faith in Jesus.  Lead me to live as Your child in all that I say and do.  In Jesus name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, April 6, 2023

1 John 3:16

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.

Prayer:  Thank You, Jesus for loving me so much that You endured suffering and death to save me and all people from eternal damnation.  I know that I can live knowing that I have a place in Your heavenly home.  Now, Lord, I ask You to guide me to be a reflection of Your love with anyone I meet.  In Your name I pray.   Amen.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for Your tremendous love.  So much that You gave Your all – Your life for me.  What an amazing gift that will assure me and all believers in You the gift of eternal life in Your mansion in heaven.  Help me to be a reflection of Your love today as I cross paths with other people around me.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

2 Corinthians 5:14 – 15

For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.

Prayer:  Victorious Lord, thank you for giving me triumph over death through Jesus, my Lord. Thank you for giving me victory over sin through his sacrificial death. Thank you for giving me victory today in my life as I live it for him. Through the precious name of Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from PrayerRequest.com)

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Ephesians 1:7

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I am so thankful for the many promises found in Your Word. Help me take each one to heart and to allow Your Truths to change me. Protect me from the fears and doubts that can cloud my thinking, and give me boldness to stand on Your Word and to share it with others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.     (from the Scriptural Seeds website)

Monday, April 3, 2023

Hebrews 12:2

² fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Prayer:  Oh Lord Jesus, we praise You for the example we have in Jesus Christ, Your Son. Thank You that we are surrounded by this body of believers and this great cloud of witnesses! Help us, Father, to lay aside everything that weighs us down, and the sin that so easily entangles us. Help us to run with perseverance the race that You’ve marked out for us. Strengthen us to fix our eyes on You and You alone, the author and perfecter of our faith. Thank You for hearing our prayer.  Amen  (from the His Mercy is New website)

Friday, March 31, 2023

Isaiah 53:5 – 6

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.

Prayer:  God of peace, fill my soul with the wonder of your grace. Let me not forget the cost of your love. Stir in me the constant and abiding memory of your redemptive grace. Thank you. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Isaiah 53:3 – 4

He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem. Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, how I thank you for being a man of sorrows. Thank you for becoming human, for experiencing life as we experience it (though you were without sin). Thank you for knowing what physical pain feels like, what loss feels like, what rejection feels like. I find it easy to turn to you in my pain because I know that you understand.  Thank you, my Savior, for choosing the way of the cross, the way of great sorrows. You took the sin that was mine, experiencing the separation from the Father that belonged to me. How I praise you, my Lord, for being not just a man of sorrows in general, but the man of my sorrows.  Today I pray for those in my life who are in the midst of sorrows. Relieve their suffering, dear Lord. May they know your presence and find hope and comfort in you. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Best of Daily Reflections website)

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

2 Corinthians 5:21

God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

Prayer:   Father, dear Father God, I can scarcely take in the depth of love You have for me… a sinner who deserves nothing but condemnation. I praise You for Your grace, and love, and wisdom, and mercy towards me. I thank You, Father, that You made Him Who knew no sin to be made sin for ME, so that I might become the righteousness of God in Him. Thank You that through Christ there is no condemnation for those that believe in Him as Saviour. Thank You there is no condemnation for those that are IN Christ.  I do believe… and I thank You, Father. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/2-Corinthians/5/21

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

1 Timothy 2:5 – 6

For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.

Prayer:

Dear Savior Jesus,  Thanks and praise to You for all that You have done to make things right between me and my Heavenly Father.  Without You, I would have a great debt to pay for all the sins that I have committed.  Jesus, You took everything on Yourself for me and all people.  I’m thankful that people through the ages, with the power of the Holy Spirit,  have shared the Good News of salvation that only comes from You.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Monday, March 27, 2023

Psalm 62:7

My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.

Prayer:  Father God, thank You for Your amazing love. You gave Your Son, Jesus Christ, so that we might be saved. We rejoice in Your saving grace, and together we bless Your Name.  Father, we direct the glory of our sufferings to the cross, where they belong. Help us not to glory in our trials, but to give them to You. Free us from the insatiable need of winning, of outdoing one another and the vanity of worldly success. Those things are all wrapped up in the pride of our flesh, and we give it up to You. As we release our fleshly desires, grant us success in Your righteousness. Our glory rests in You, just as our salvation does.

Nothing in this world will satisfy the empty longing in our souls except more of You. Thank You for healing our hearts and our desires. May we long for more of You. Deliver us from the quicksand of deception. We already have everything we need in Christ Jesus, for He lives within us. The victory is already ours in Christ. We believe You. We love You and we worship You and You alone. In Jesus’ Holy Name. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Friday, March 24, 2023

Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in^[a] Christ Jesus our Lord.

Prayer:  Gracious and loving heavenly Father, I come to you in prayer knowing that my sin makes me not worthy. I know that I deserve death because of my sin, but that you offer forgiveness. I ask you to forgive me and to fill me with the Holy Spirit. I accept the gift of eternal life through Christ Jesus, who was sacrificed for my sin. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer website)

Thursday, March 23, 2023

James 1:12

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Prayer:  Gracious God, you’ve been patient with me and forgiven me when I’ve sinned. I pray today to ask for your wisdom. I also ask for your help to endure temptation. Help me to stay strong and focused on eternal things. When temptation surrounds me, make me the example of how to endure and overcome. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Ephesians 6:10 – 11

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for being the strength in my life.  Forgive me when I’m weak in my faith and forget that You promise to be with me always.  I ask You to provide all that I need in the good times and the rough times.    Provide for me protection against the devil and all his ways.  I thank and praise You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Jeremiah 17:7 – 8

“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I trust too much in myself and my own actions. Help me to trust You and You alone. Be with me so that I don’t boast about the worldly things I own, but rather the fact that i put my hope in the Lord. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.   (Today’s Prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, March 20, 2023

1 Peter 2:2 – 3

Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, You are our loving Father.  Thank You for providing for all my needs.  Thank You for the gift of salvation through all that Jesus did through His suffering, death and resurrection.  I ask that You forgive me for all my wrong-doings.  Every day, I mess up and I don’t even realize what I’m doing.  Send Your Holy Spirit to stir my faith and strengthen it.  Help me to hunger for more of You and less of me.  You are so good to me and I am thankful.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, March 17, 2023

Psalm 23:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Prayer:  O God, our Comforter, Provider and Protector, you are our shelter and our defender. With you leading us, we are oblivious of any danger, for we repose in the safety and security of the God of our salvation. Your manifestation as Jesus, the Son of Man, meek and humble, loving and forgiving, the sacrificial lamb offered on the cross to atone for our sins and save us all, demonstrates your steadfastness and faithfulness to all of mankind.  Our Good Shepherd, Lord Jesus, has led us out of darkness into the radiant light of faith, hope and love. He gave up his life, for us to be free from the terrible damnation of sin and hellfire. To a shepherd, the welfare of his sheep is his priority and he provides all their needs, leading them safely to quiet places, out of the storms and dangers of life’s encounters. His sheep are his chosen ones and are trusting of their master.  Jesus has fulfilled the commission entrusted to him and has, through the power of your Holy Spirit in our lives, ensured that we may live with your grace and mercy to the contentment of a covenanted relationship with our Father God. He has protected us by his precious blood, defending, shielding and saving us from being ensnared by the evil one.  Lord God, you have replenished and nourished our souls with your grace and have imparted to us the wisdom and serenity of your gospel truth, to reveal and thus increase our faith and the assurance that we are heading towards the infinite safety of our heavenly abode, to reside in the warmth of your presence, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen  (fro the Prayers and Petitions website)

Thursday, March 16, 2023

Proverbs 19:8

The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.

Prayer:  Some ‘get it’ while othners don’t.  It is often heard said, you just don’t get it , you just don’t understand.  Lord, I ask that You bless me with wisdom.  Help me to make smart choices. Lead  me in my life.  I want to learn and understand all that I can from Your Word.  Thank You for blessing me abundantly.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Acts 4:10,12

then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed.

Prayer: O LORD God, Father of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Jesus, you are my Abba Father. I love you. I see your love for me poured out in what Jesus did for me and for all others because we all need salvation. Thank you for sending him — thank you for YOU coming in human flesh in Jesus to show us this love. Your work, your plan, your salvation, and, most of all, a Savior sent for me are marvelous. Thank you for such a great salvation. In Jesus’ name, I offer my thanks and my heart. Amen.   (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

2 Peter 1:5 – 8.

For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, I pray for myself and for my brothers and sisters. We are weak. Sometimes we are just plain lazy. There’s a streak of rebelliousness in some of us, a desire to live life our own stubborn way. Forgive us, me especially, Lord. Soften me up in the way that meat tenderizer makes tough steak more chewable. And build your life in me, virtue by virtue, rung by rung. Make me more like yourself. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the JesusWalk website)

Monday, March 13, 2023

Romans 8:28

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Prayer:  Father, I appreciate your promise to work out all things in my life, both good and bad, for my good. I ask, dear Father, for faith to believe this promise is true during painful and difficult times. I ask for patience, O God, to hang on to my convictions when trying times persist. I believe your promise, dear LORD, and look forward to what you will eventually make of me when you are finished with your work. In Jesus’ mighty name I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, March 10, 2023

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, I thank and praise You for being my Savior and Lord.  It is in You that I have placed my hope.  So many people are wandering through life not knowing which way to turn.  Help me to kindly but firmly share with them that You are my Hope and my Deliverer.  Lead me in teaching others that You are the Way, the Truth and the Life and that in You they can also have eternal Hope.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, March 9, 2023

2 Timothy 1:19

He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time,

Prayer:  GRACE = God’s Redemption At Christ’s Expense  Lord, we’ve learned and memorized that phrase for a long time.  Help me to live a life that shows I’m thankful for all that has been done for me through Jesus.  Lead me to share the joy of knowing this with others.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, February 23, 2023

Proverbs 14:22

Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You that You have a plan for each of us.  Forgive me when I devise my own plan that strays from You.  I know that the Truth comes from You and that all that is good is a gift from You.  Help me to live in Your Light for I know there I will find goodness, love and faithfulness.  Thank You Lord.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who. fears is not made perfect in love.

Prayer:   Dear Jesus,  What a cleansing and empowering verse!   If the truth were to be told, fear dominates our lives in too many ways to count, especially in relationships.  We are afraid of rejection so we reject first.  We are afraid of being exploited so we push people away.  We are afraid of shame or gossip or judgement so we slink and hide.  We are afraid to hurt so we isolate ourselves.  We are afraid of an argument so we refuse to confront.  Fear, fear at every turn.  But O God, once your love overwhelms our soul and makes us realize that we can never lose it, then we become the love we have received.  We aren’t as addicted to ourselves as we once were.  We orient ourselves around the needs of others.  We forget ourselves and lose ourselves in loving and speaking the truth in love to everyone we meet, those near and dear and those we just met.  Love is bold and gentle at the same time, powerful and yet protecting.  It leads us into a full and abundant life that fear once stole from us.  You Jesus, are love personified and your love has given me a new opportunity to love others.  Thank you for freeing my soul.  Now help me love those whom I have famously feared in the secret place in my heart where only you take notice.  Amen     (from a Reason for Hope with Don Patterson)

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Romans 13:9-10

The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.

Prayer: God, thank you for loving me even when I’m at my most unlovable. Thank you for loving me before I loved you. Help me to love others in this way. Let Your love flow through me and touch those around me. Amen. (Today’s Prayer is from FreshlyBlog)

Monday, February 20, 2023

Proverbs 17:19

Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.

Prayer: Father, keep me focused on your will today. Jesus, help me to seek first your kingdom, trusting that all I actually need today will be provided for me when I do. Guide me by your Holy Spirit that when transgression and strife comes my way, I can wisely cling to you and let it pass. Help me to trust in your ways today Lord. Make my paths straight and my heart humble. Amen     (from the First Christian Church of Yuma’s website)

Friday, February 17, 2023

Romans 8:35,37

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?

Prayer: Christ, as a light illumine and guide me. Christ, as a shield overshadow me. Christ under me; Christ over me; Christ beside me on my left and my right. This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful. Be in the heart of each to whom I speak; in the mouth of each who speaks unto me. This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful. Christ as a light; Christ as a shield; Christ beside me on my left and my right.  Amen      (from The Peanut Gallery – Art Chartier website)

Thursday, February 16, 2023

1 John 3:11

For this is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, This is a direct message but we sure don’t get it.  Lord, forgive me for all the times that I’m judgemental, uncaring and do not show concern for those around me.  Please send the Holy Spirit to stir up the faith You’ve given me so that I can do my best to follow Your command to love one another.  Thank You for letting me live in Your love.  Now help me to share that love with others.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen. 

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

1 John 4:10

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Today not many know or understand or even want to hear about Your unfathomable love that You show every person every day!  Add to that the pain and agony that Jesus went through for my and every other human beings sins.  Send the Holy Spirit to help us understand and share the remarkable good news of salvation through Jesus.  Thank You for Your love.  Amen

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

John 13:34-35

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

Prayer: Father, may I live as Christ lived in spirit and truth, in submission to the Holy Spirit, and in obedience to Your will. May I love as Christ loved so that in myself I become nothing, in order that Christ may be seen in me and I can show forth His love in my life, to Your praise and glory. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/John/13/34

Monday, February 13, 2023

John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for loving me and the world so much that You sacrificed Jesus so that I might live with You forever.  What a tremendous gift!  Help me to share Your love and the story of salvation with other people.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, February 10, 2023

1 Corinthians 13:1 – 3

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.

Prayer:   DEAR GOD,  MAKE ME BRAVE ENOUGH TO DROWN OUT THE SOUNDS OF THE CLASHING CYMBAL; ALIVE ENOUGH TO LIVE CONSCIOUSLY.  SO THAT THE BEST OF ME IS NOT ON THE INTERNET; RATHER THE BEST OF ME IS WHAT I GIVE TO YOU AND TO MY FAMILY.  Amen.  (by Shauna Niequist website NourishMoveLove)

Thursday, February 9, 2023

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for calling me your child and giving me the gift of faith.  Help me to be an enourager of others as we all walk together growing and learning more about You.  Guide me today as i meet others.  Let me be a reflection of Your love.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Matthew 5:43-45

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You call me Your child and yet I must be a disappointment for those times when I’m judgemental or uncaring about those who are different than me or don’t treat me the way I think they should.  Please forgive me.  Thank You for coming to show and lead the way.  Help me and all others to treat others with the love and respect that You do.  Help me to be an asset in my church and community.  Send Your Spirit to help me reflect Your love.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Psalm 97:10

Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

Prayer:  Help me LORD as I desire to love you. Help me to develop a relationship with you.  As I do so, help me to hate evil and run away from it.  I am your saint, help me to live as one. Thank you for preserving my life and delivering me from the hand of the wicked.  Thank you for light which shines all over me because the righteousness of Jesus covers me.  Help me to be upright so I can live in joy all my days in Jesus name. Amen       (Prayer by: Olatubosun)  

Monday, February 6, 2023

Proverbs 21:21

Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

Prayer:  Loving and gracious Father, God you have laid out a path for my life. Be with me and give me the strength to turn away from temptation. Help me follow the path of righteousness and mercy. May my actions glorify you. Be with me to recover when I stumble, and stay steadfast on the path. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.  (From the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, February 3, 2023

Psalm 59:16

But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.

Prayer:  O Great Rock of my salvation, thank you for being unchangeable and faithful. Thank you for being the source of security and future in a day of chaos and change. Thank you for being God. You are my God and in you I place my life, my hopes, and my future. May you be glorified in me today. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.   (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 2, 2023

1 Corinthians 2:9

But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”—

Prayer:  God, please, please, please, please, change our thoughts. Change our way of thinking, our desires, our plans. Change us so that we are not living according to the ways, the thoughts, the desires, the plans of this world, what this world says is what’s most important. God, help us. Help us to meditate on Your word and to receive Your wisdom. We want, we need Your wisdom to live according to Your ways and Your thoughts and Your truth, what You value, what You desire.  Amen   (from the Radical website)

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, God, open our ears to hear the truth that You are the One and Only true God.  You give us Your love and direction each day.  Help us to follow Your command to love You with all that we have.  With thanksgiving and praise for all You give each day.  Amen.

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Psalm 86:5

For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I thank You for Your goodness and forgiveness.  I thank You that I can turn to You in all life’s circumstances and that You love me unconditionally.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, January 30, 2023

Ephesians 4:2

with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

Prayer:  Give me strength and patience, O God, that I may be as loving, gentle and patient with others as Jesus was with people during his earthly ministry and you have been with me. In the name of Jesus, my Lord and hero I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, January 27, 2023

Ephesians 6:12-13

For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I wrestle with temptation every day. Everywhere I look I see corruption. I see it in the laws, leaders, both near and far. I pray God that you help me to overcome this darkness and be a light to others. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.  (from Daily Prayer Guide website)

Thursday, January 26, 2023

James 4:10

Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.

Prayer:  Thank you, Lord,  for knowing me and having a plan for my life. Help me this day to live with humility and grace before others as I seek to glorify you in all things. Through Jesus I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

Prayer:  Lord, Lead us all to think about our words and actions today and always.  Let all we do give praise and glory to You.  Amen.

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Galatians 6:1

Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your correction in times when I have lost sight of You. Help me to correct others with wisdom and gentleness. Use me as a tool to bring restoration to those who need help along the way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from Scriptural Seeds ministries)

Monday, January 23, 2023

James 1:5

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

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, We sure seem to be living life in a whirlwind and often we make poor choices.  Please give me the gift of wisdom so that I can live joyfully each day knowing that You guide and direct me..  Forgive me for the times that I’m uncaring or foolish.  Lead me to live happily knowing that You are my very generous Father and You provide for all my needs..  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, January 20, 2023

James 1:2 – 3

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Your people have been told in Scripture that the ‘joy of the Lord is your strength’.  Even today I have struggles and roadblocks in m life.  I know I can turn to You for guidance and strength.  Lead me beyond the problems of today and help me to rejoice in knowing that You are steadfast and never failing.  Remind me that because of Your great love for me, I can have faith and steadfastness in You.  Amen.

Thursday, January 19, 2023

Matthew 7:12

“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that all that I say and do, may only be that which is honouring to You. May my actions, attitudes, and the innermost motives behind my thoughts and words, be pleasing to You and a reflection of Christ in me. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.            Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/matthew-7-12

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

Prayer:   Thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness. Each of us have weaknesses and temptations that we struggle with. As we surrender to Your perfect will, help us to choose the way of escape that You have provided us. Your Word says You give the gift of righteousness. We humbly accept that gift as we follow Jesus Christ.  Empower us in the righteousness of Christ, in our thoughts, desires and actions so we will resemble Jesus in every way. The reward of righteousness is more of You–more Love—which we desperately need and desire. Take over, Lord, as we take cover in You. In Jesus’ Name we pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Philippians 2:14 – 16

Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Seems some days that everyone has a gripe or complaint – me included.  Please forgive me for times when I’m picky or judgemental.  This is not the person I want to be or does it show that I’m Your child.  Send the Holy Spirit to shine in me so that I may reflect Your light to those around me.  Lord, I want You to be proud of me today and always.   I know I cannot be Your light without You.  I ask You to be with me and guide my words and actions today.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, January 16, 2023

Galatians 5:16

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

Prayer:  Father God, thank you for being there with me during every step I take. Be with me during this day. Help me to walk by your Spirit and not by my own temptations. Thank you for sending Jesus Christ to be my example. I will focus on you and resist distractions. In Jesus’ name, amen.  (Today’s Prayer is fom the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, January 13, 2023

2 Corinthians 5:19 – 20

that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You have made things right between man and You through the suffering and death of Jesus.  You have given us forgiveness and freedom.  We have the good news of salvation that only comes from You.  Thank You!  Help all who know the great message of Your love be bold to share it with others today and always!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Galatians 3:27 – 28

for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that all believers have been united together with Christ and identified with Him through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the moment we first believed. Thank You that He is our Comforter and Councillor Who has bestowed on us eternal blessings of grace. Thank You that as members of Christ’s Body, we have the peace of God in our hearts, the life of Christ in our souls, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit to guide us into all truth. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Knowing Jesus website)

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Psalm 118:5 – 6

Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  We all have good times and bad.  Many times we are stressed!  Thank You for inviting us to call on You – anytime!  We know that true freedom comes from You and since You’re with us all the time, we need not fear.  So with Your strength and guidance lead us through the day.  In Your name,  Amen.

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

1 Peter 1:15 – 16

but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”

Prayer:  Today I ask that you help me to stop accommodating sin. Help me to stop the daily excuses. Help me, merciful Father, to draw near to you. Help me to identify myself as your child at all times. I carry the DNA of my Father and I will live as such in Jesus name. Let my desire for holiness come out of love for you. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from teh Prayer Pointers website)

Monday, January 9, 2023

Matthew 6:19 – 21

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

 Prayer:  Majestic Father, I pray that out of the riches of your grace, you may help me find my treasure in you and treasure nothing else above you. Today, I want to offer you all that I am and have so that my life will be lived for your glory. In the name of Jesus, my example and treasure I pray. Amen.      (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, January 6, 2023

1 Peter 1:13

Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Guide me to be open-minded today and be ready as Your child to take action for what lies in my path.  Beyond today, prepare my heart and mind to be ready for the day when I can fully rejoice in the victory that Jesus has won!  In Jesus name.  Amen.

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Isaiah 1:16 – 17

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Forgive me for all the times that I do not lead a clean life.  I do things that I’m not proud of and I know that this disappoints You.  Thank You for sending Jesus for through the washing of His blood I can only be made truly clean.  Help me to know and trust this truth so that I might be supportive and caring for others – no matter their situations in life.  I pray this in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Micah 6:8

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?

Prayer:  Dear God,   We thank you for your Word and that you’ve given us all that we need to live as love and hope in a dark world. Forgive us for sometimes trying to do things all on our own, and out of our wisdom in what we think seems best. We can often busy ourselves and keep spinning our wheels without the true heart of justice, mercy, and humility you’ve shown us to have. Thank you for reminding us of your very nature of love that encompasses all these attributes. You are our ultimate example in living strong and power-filled lives among so many that need to see your light and love in action. 

We ask you Lord to please renew our hearts and minds in you, we pray that you would change us more into your image. Fill us with the reflections of your character, help us to extend mercy, to show love, to walk humbly, to act in ways that are just and right in this world. Without your power and ability, we are not able. Without your spiritual discernment and strength, we cannot see fully what we need to see. Help us to hear your voice, to see things as you see them, to truly reflect the character of Christ in our daily lives. Thank you for your promise that as we draw near to you, you will draw near to us. We are never left to try to figure things out on our own. You promise to show us the way and empower us to be salt and light in a dark world. 

May we tune out the many voices around us, and strive to tune in to yours first. May we choose to see others as more important than ourselves. May we long to help serve those who have suffered so greatly and to be a voice for those who have been oppressed or silenced. May we choose to love mercy, to show kindness, to a world that would seek to build walls and barriers instead of bridges and unity. May we choose to walk in humility with you, instead of looking out for ourselves first or setting our own lives up as more important than others’. 

May your Spirit breathe refreshment, renewal, purpose, and power in us, through us, today. We recognize our great need for you Lord, we rely fully on your strength and help. 

We thank you that anything is possible through you, and you can change even the hardest of hearts. We are yielded to you. We will choose to do justice, to love mercy, to walk humbly with you all the days of our lives. 

In Jesus’ Name,  Amen.     (Today’s Prayer is from iBelieve.com)

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Titus 2:11 – 12

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

Prayer:  Merciful God, you fill us with blessings all around. Please forgive me when I sin against you. Show me grace when I lose my temper. Take the anger from deep inside me and discard it. Comfort me when I’m afraid. Reassure me when I’m doubtful. Let grace appear to me when I struggle. In Jesus’ name, amen.                                                                                                          (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer website)

Monday, January 2, 2023

Psalm 90:12

So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Prayer; Dear Lord, You have an amazing plan for each of us.  Teach us to number our days and manage our time so that our lives are a reflection of You.  Help us to live wisely.  Thank You for leading and guiding.  Forgive us when we aren’t using all that You give with wisdom and care.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, December 30, 2022

John 16:33

I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, In my mind, today may be a good day or one filled with all kinds of situations that may not be the easiest to deal with.  Help me to keep Your words in my heart and mind that You give peace.  If I find myself in struggles today, pull me to You and remind me that You are with me and You give peace beyond all human understanding.  Help me to be still and know that You are God!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, December 29, 2022

John 14:1 – 3

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, As I move through today and the rest of my life, send Your Spirit to build my faith.  Lead me through when I’m overwhelmed or upset with something that’s troubling me.  Hold me close to You and help me to remember that You promise to never leave me.  I trust in Your words that You are preparing a place for me in Your mansion.  Let me live in that hope and promise and not in the struggles of today.  Thank You for being right there with me all the time.  In Your name.  Amen

Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for inviting me to turn to You when I’m feeling tired, overworked or overwhelmed.  Help me to learn  to balance the time I’ve been given to use each day wisely.  Forgive me for the times that I take too much on.  Help me to be supportive to those around me and comfort them as You comfort me.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Psalm 103:1-2

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits,

Prayer:  Lord our God, O Holy One, we thank you that we may lay aside our own nature and be lifted in spirit above all that is temporal and human and have joy in you. In spite of all the evil surrounding us, in spite of the thousandfold misery of humankind, we may still rejoice in you, in all you do and will yet do for us. Grant that we may go on rejoicing, having joy together, helping instead of burdening each other, until this earth is filled with the jubilation of those you have so richly blest. Forgive us all our sins. Heal us in mind and body. Deliver us from all the corruption that tries to take hold of our souls. Amen.  (today’s prayer is from the Prayers and Petitions website)

Thursday, December 22, 2022

Luke 2:8 – 11

And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Let me be filled with awe and wonder as the shepherds were on the night You were born.  Open my ears and heart to hear the message of great joy that our Savior was born and has come to save us from our sins.  Help me to share this Good News to anyone I meet so that they too may share in the joy of knowing You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Luke 2:6 – 7

And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.

Prayer:  How do I comprehend your gracious and sacrificial love, dear Father? Coming in human flesh as a baby! Swaddled in strips of cloth like the babies of that day! Making your bed in a manger! Holy God, my Abba Father, please know that I want you to make your place in my heart. You are welcome here. Your presence is desired. Thank you for the grace of coming in Jesus. Thank you for your grace of also coming to live in me through your Spirit. In Jesus’ name. Amen.       (today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Luke 2:1, 4 -5

In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered.

Prayer:  Holy and loving God, thank you for the gift of Jesus. Thank you that he entered our messy world with all its contradictions, ironies, and conflicts. Thank you for not being aloof or immune to our struggles. Thank you for Jesus, in whose name I pray. Amen

Monday, December 19, 2022

Luke 1:76 – 78

And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, to give knowledge of salvation to his people in the forgiveness of their sins, because of the tender mercy of our God, whereby the sunrise shall visit us from on high

Prayer: 

Dear loving Heavenly Father, how I praise Your glorious name for sending the Dayspring from heaven to be my Saviour and Lord, to be my Light in a world of darkness, and Life for all of us who trust in His name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/luke-1-78

Friday, December 16, 2022

Luke 1:46-47, 49

And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, what a thrilling meeting it must have been for Elisabeth and Mary as they glorified Your name for all that You had done in their lives and for the wonderful promise of salvation. How my spirit also rejoices in You and in the Lord Jesus Christ, my God, my wonderful Saviour, and Your eternal Son. Thank You for Your gracious plan of redemption and for Christ’s birth to this humble Jewish maiden. How my soul also thrills and praises You for all You have done in my life – for the forgiveness of sin and the redemption of my soul through the shed blood of God my Saviour. Praise Your holy name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/luke-1-47

Thursday, December 15, 2022

Luke 1:30-33

And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.”

Prayer:  Give me courage, O Almighty Father, so that fear will not cloud my thoughts or weaken my faith. Fill me with your assurance and have Jesus chase the clouds of fear away. In the name of Jesus your Son and my triumphant Lord, I pray. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Luke 1:26 – 28

In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!”

Prayer:  Dear Lord, How surprised Mary must have been by the angel Gabriel’s visit to her.  You have given us what we need to know and how to live.  Help us to listen and follow just as Mary did.  Help us to watch, wait and be prepared daily for the day when Jesus returns.  In the meantime help us to share the joy of knowing that You have a plan for salvation and eternal life.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Matthew 2:4 – 6

⁴ When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. ⁵ “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written:  ⁶ “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah,  are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler  who will shepherd my people Israel.’[a]”

Prayer:  You, O Lord, are marvelous. You are God Almighty, the holy and majestic Creator. Yet you became the least so I can share in your glory. Please help me, O God, never to look down on someone else because they look like the least.  Amen.

Monday, December 12, 2022

Galatians 4:4 – 5

But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.

Prayer: 

Thank You, Father, for sending Jesus into the world at the right time. Thank You that Jesus became a man and fulfilled all the righteous requirements of the Law on my behalf so that I might be forgiven of my sins and adopted into Your family, for time and through eternity. Heavenly Father, I never cease to be amazed at the grace that You have extended to me and to all who have been redeemed by faith in Jesus Christ. It is a thing most wonderful, almost too wonderful to believe, that God’s own Son should come from heavenly glory and die to save a sinner like me. And yet it is true and I thank You with all of my being. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Galatians/4

Friday, December 9, 2022

John 15:5 8

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I am thankful that You are the Strong Vine to which we are attached.  Send Your Spirit to live in me to so that I can be an asset in sharing the Good News of salvation because of what You have done.  Help me to grow and help others grow in our faith in You through the work of the Holy Spirit in us.  I ask You to guide my words and actions as I go through the day today and always.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, December 8, 2022

John 14:6

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me

Prayer:  O Lord Jesus Christ, you have said that you are the way, the truth, and the life.  Do not let us stray from you who are the way, nor to distrust you who are the truth, nor to rest in anything other than you, who are the life.  Teach us by your Holy Spirit, what to believe, what to do, and where to take our rest.  We ask it for your own name’s sake.  Amen

Source: Desiderius Erasmus

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

John 11:25

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,

Prayer:  Glorious God, my Abba Father, I ask for help to believe more strongly in the words of Jesus. I want to live vibrantly, always alive to the promise that the true life that is me is tied to Jesus and that Satan cannot defeat, destroy, or take that life from my Lord. Stir me to live more passionately, always alive to the moment knowing that my future with you is secure. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.      (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

John 10:14 – 15

I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for claiming me to be one of Your flock.  I know that You know me better than I know myself.  Forgive me for times when I go my separate ways and forget that You are with me, leading me every step of the way.  Most of all thank You for the gift of salvation that You have given me through giving of Yourself on the cross.  I thank and praise You today for this tremendous gift.  Amen.

Monday, December 5, 2022

John 10:7, 2- 10

Thursday, December 1, 2022

John 1:1 – 2, 14

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that in the beginning was the Word, and the Word was made flesh and came to dwell among us as the unique and only begotten Son of God, Who alone qualifies to be our Redeemer. Thank You that He was born into the human race as a man – fully God yet fully man – so that by His death and Resurrection, He could become the singular substitute for the sin of the world. Thank You that by grace through faith in Him, I have been redeemed. What a wonderful Saviour, full of grace and truth. To Him be all praise and glory, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/John/1

Monday, November 28, 2022

1 Chronicles 16:8

Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for all that You give.  I look around and see the beauty of Your creation.  I am also reminded that You are present and beside me every day.  Too often I need to be reminded that I can call on You at any time.  I pray today that You are with anyone in any place that is telling the story of Your great love and salvation in Jesus.  Keep all missionaries near and far safe and in Your care.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Psalm 100:4 – 5

Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for your abundant goodness and love that endures forever! You deserve my praise every day, no matter the circumstances. Help me to have a grateful heart day and night and never forget your promises to me.  amen

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Colossians 3:15

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, you are the source of peace that is everlasting. I pray that when my heart is sick and broken, you give me peace. I am thankful that you are faithful, and ask for you to rule my heart. Help me to not focus on the hurt, but to focus on the peace and fulfillment that comes with being a child of God. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, November 21, 2022

1 Corinthians 1:4 – 5

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—

Prayer: Loving Father, thank You for enriching me in all possible ways, in Christ Jesus my Lord. I pray that I may live in a way that is pleasing to You in all speech and activity so that Your name is glorified in my life, In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Corinthians/1

Friday, November 18, 2022                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            John 17:17

Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I believe that You have chosen me to be set apart to share the Good News about salvation through Jesus’ death and resurrection.  You have washed my sins away and have promised me a totally spotless life with You in heaven someday.  Use me to be a reflection of Jesus, to share His love and Your message to all I may meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Psalm 119:105

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, Thank You for Your Word!  I know that it is the guide for my life.  Please guide me to follow the path that You have planned for me.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Psalm 119:18

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  So much could be different if all would see and believe in You!  Please open my eyes that I may see all that You have given me.  Help me to live by Your laws so that I might be part of Your mighty plan for wondrous things in this world.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Psalm 119:143

Trouble and anguish have found me out, but your commandments are my delight.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Each day there are problems both large an small.  Thank You for Your commandments.  If I’d only follow them my life would be so much better.  Forgive me when I stray away from Your plans.  Please send Your Spirit to live in me to help me to do better.  Let me delight in Your commands.  In Your name.  Amen.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Monday, November 14, 2022

1 Peter 3:18     

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit.

Prayer:  Almighty God, thank you for the gifts of your grace, Spirit, forgiveness and life. Most of all, thanks for the gift of your Son, who brought life and immortality to life in me through your salvation. While I have no great desire to die, I know I can look through death to you and your victory in me through Jesus. Please give me the courage to live for you every day until that day you take me home. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

Friday, November 11, 2022

1 John 2:15 – 16

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  You command us to love You above all else.  Please forgive when we put so many other things in our lives over You.  Please send the Holy Spirit to live in us to give us strength and wisdom to love You above all else.  In Your name. Amen.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Job 37:5 – 6

God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. ⁶ He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’  and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You do things that we do not understand.  Today it is raining – maybe more that we’d like.  But You send the rain so that we can have cleansing and growth.  You also shower us with Your abundant love and blessings.  Lord, help us to use all that You give to shower others with Your love.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Isaiah 1:18

“Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  What assurance it is that You invite us to be in Your community.  You offer all that is needed to move forward in our lives.  Thank You for redeeming and cleansing us.  Be with us all today.  Lead us to share the Good News of Your salvation with anyone we meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Joshua 24:15

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Prayer;  Dear Heavenly Father,  It is a privilege to be called Your child.  Give me strength to be the person You want me to be,  Guide me to serve You in all I do.  Amen.

Monday, November 7, 2022

1 Timothy 2:1 – 2

2 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— ² for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, As our nation votes for it’s leaders, help them all to be shown respect and to serve with respect for all people.  Send Your Spirit to guide us all that we might make wise decisions and be given peace in our lives.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, November 4, 2022

2 Corinthians 3:16

who has made us sufficient to be ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit. For the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.

Prayer:  Father, I want not only to know Jesus but also to have the Holy Spirit help make Jesus’ holy character and his gracious compassion more and more real to me and through me. I ask this, not for my glory, but for your glory, praying in the name of Jesus, my Lord. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the website Heartlight)

Thursday, November 3, 2022

Romans 13:1

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  This is a very confusing time in our nation as we prepare to vote for leaders in our communities and states.  Please guide our elected leaders during the turbulent times in which we live.  Send Your Spirit to direct them in all they do and let the decisions made be pleasing to glorifying to You.  As voters prepare to cast their votes next week, lead all to have time in prayer with You.  Help our nation be under You and guided by You.  Let us be thankful that we are able to worship and give our thanks and praise to You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

1 Peter 2:9

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Ephesians 1:18

having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints,

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I thank You or all the many blessings You give to me daily.  I ask You to open my eyes so that I may see and know all that You give and that the greatest gift is the salvation that I have through what Jesus has done.  Send Your Holy Spirit to continue to guide me and fill me with hope beyond all measure.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, October 31, 2022

1 Peter 5:8 – 9

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank you for the gift of my faith.  Help me remember all that you do and have done for me and all people.  Help me to stand firm in my faith and be a reflection of You in all that I do.  In Your holy name, I pray.  Amen.

Friday, October 28, 2022

1 Peter 1: 24 – 25

for “All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls, but the word of the Lord remains forever.” And this word is the good news that was preached to you.

Prayer:  Dear God, Thank You for never fading away.  Open my heart and mind so that I may hear and learn that You are always near and that Your Word is true.  I trust that Your Word remains forever.  Thank You for this gift of knowing the Truth.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Hebrews 4:12

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Prayer:  All knowing God, I put on a good exterior but I still have secret struggles. I hold grudges, I lust, I seek revenge, and I carry baggage. Your word convicts me and I know I have to change what’s inside me. Help my heart to be pure and not evil, clean me from the inside out. Amen.

Friday, May 17, 2024

Romans 11:33

Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways!

Prayer:   Dear Father,  How great your mercy is! How deep your riches and wisdom and knowledge are! How unsearchable are your judgments! How inscrutable your ways!  No one can know your mind totally! No one can be your counsellor! No one can give you a gift! Because from you and through you and to you are all things!May my faith never falter, my belief never fail. Continue your process of reconciliation among all your people, Jews and Gentiles.  In the name of Jesus Christ, my Savior. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Ecclesiastes 11:5

As you do not know the way the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a woman with child, so you do not know the work of God who makes everything.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Your works are glorious and You deserve all thanks and praise for all that You have made and for all that You give. We do not understand all that You do.  We do know that the gift of salvation through all that Jesus did was a great sacrifice that is given for all people.  Thank You for Your love and care.  Help me to share the Good News however and wherever You lead.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Psalm 139:13 – 14

For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.

Prayer:  Dear God,  With powerfully simple words, You created the beautiful world that we have to live in.  When You made man, You said, “It is very good!”  Thank You for making me and all people.  Help me to do my best to live a healthy life in mind and body.  Send Your Spirit to guide me every day.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, May 13, 2024

Proverbs 31:30

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Prayer:  Dear Father in heaven,  Help me to put You first in my life.  With You to guide me I hope to give You praise with my words and actions.  Lead me to be the person You created me to be and please forgive me for all the times that I am not.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, May 10, 2024

Matthew 18:15

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thank you for Your love and direction that You give us daily.  Please forgive me when I allow things to build up within me and at times go the wrong direction when I have a problem with someone.  Send You Spirit to give me the words, calm approach and strength to talk with someone when I need to.  Help my words and actions be a refletion of You in me.  Thank You.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, May 9, 2024

Romans 8:1-2

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.

Prayer: I praise you, loving and gracious Father, for your mercy and grace. Your steadfast and redeeming love never ceases. Your mercies are endless. Your love is new and fresh every morning as your Spirit fills my life and your hope revives me to face another day. Thank you! In Jesus’ name I praise you. Amen.  (from the Verse of teh Day website)

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

1 Thesssalonians 5:16-18

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Prayer:  Dear God, I am thankful that I can always come to You at any time for anything.  I can live a joyful life because I find my peace in You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, May 6, 2024

James 5:16

Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

Dear Lord,  Thank You for keeping Your door open so that I can come to You with all  my needs.  When I feel I need to share with another what’s on my mind, please send the Holy Spirit to give me the words and the courage to do so.  Lord, I know that with You all things are possible and that You will answer prayer as You know is best.  Please guide my words and actions.  In Your name, Amen

Friday, May 3, 2024

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer

Prayer:  Loving Father, thank You for the Word of God and the godly instructions that are laid out for the Church in the epistles of Paul. Please help me to rejoice in hope, endure in tribulation, and persevere in prayer, as I press on to the goal of my calling. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

 

 

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/12

Thursday, May 2, 2024

1 John 5:14-15

And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for listening to Your children.  We have confidence in knowing that You hear our prayers because You tell us to come to You ‘without ceasing’.  We also know that as our Father in heaven that we are Your creation and that You love us and will only do what You feel is the very best for us.  Thank You for loving us and giving us what we need in Your time.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Hebrews 11:6

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Prayer:  Dear Father, thank you for my faith and all those who helped me come to know you and your grace. Please bless me as I seek to share this faith with my family and friends. Thank you for the confidence that my life is secure in your love and victorious because of your power. In Jesus’ name I offer you my thanks, my praise, and my heart. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day websight)

Tuesday< April 30, 2024

Ephesiand 4:15

Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ,

Prayer:  Father, forgive me for the bitterness in my heart and unfairness on my lips. Through your Spirit, help me better use my speech to bless others and glorify you. May I speak your truth with your love today in all my conversations. Through him who is Truth and Love I pray. Amen  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, April 29, 2024

Job 19:25

For I know that my Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Thank You that because of the truth of Your Word and the work of the Holy Spirit I have confidence in knowing that Jesus lives and IS coming back for me and all believers.  Amen.

Friday, April 26, 2024

Hebrews 7:25

Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,   Thank You for holding me close to You and thank You for hearing my needs and being the Intercessor for me to the Father.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Colossians 1:27-28

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  O God, may the presence of Jesus within me stir me to do your work today. May your abiding grace, through the presence of your gracious Son, call me to your character and your concerns. O Jesus, please make my heart like our Father’s. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

1 Peter 1:18-19

knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Romans 14:11

for it is written, “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.”

Dear Lord,  I give you thanks and praise for being my Savior and King.  Send Your Holy Spirit to lead me and guide me every day so that I can share the Good News of Your love and salvation with others.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Monday, April 22, 2024

Romans 1:20

For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, how I praise You for the mighty works of Your hand, and for the many evidences of Your invisible attributes, eternal power, and divine nature. I pray that I may come to know You more intimately, love You more dearly, and grow more and more like my Saviour Jesus Christ Who gave His life as a ransom for many, including me. To You belongs all honour and glory, might, majesty, dominion, and power, forever and ever, AMEN.   (https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/1/20)

Friday, April 19, 2024

1 Corinthians 15:20-22

But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For as by a man came death, by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ shall all be made alive.

Prayer:  Almighty, Most Powerful God. Because of your grace and the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, I know I will see you face to face. Help me now, however, to live that resurrected life being more like Jesus today than any day ever before. In the name of my risen Lord I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, April 15, 2024

Romans 10:9 – 10

because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved

Prayer: Mighty God, your Son is my Lord. I love him and praise him for his redeeming sacrifice. I thank him for his conquest of the grave. I marvel at his sacrificial and triumphant grace. Jesus is Lord. I know it sounds sweet in your ears so I say it again, Jesus is my Lord. Thank you for being so great that you would be so sacrificial. In the name of my Lord and Savior, Jesus the Carpenter, I offer this thanks. Amen.     (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, April 11, 2024

2 Peter 2 :24

He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.

Prayer:  Oh Lord Jesus, the load that You took on Yourself because of the tremendous love that You have for me and all people.  Thank You!  It’s a miracle that only You can perform to heal all people from their sins.  Knowing of and believing in the living Savior allows me to live daily in joy!  I praise and thank You, Jesus  Amen.

Friday, April 5, 2024

2 Corinthinas 5:14 – 15

For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all, therefore all have died; and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for calling me Your own.  I can only clain to be Yours because of what You did for me and all people on the cross.  You took the burden of all sin and have promised new life.  Thank You for Your victory over sin, death and the devil.  Lead me to live for You!  I ask that You send the Holy Spirit to strengthen me and guide me in sharing the Good News of salvation with anyone I may meet.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Ephesians 1:7

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,

Prayer: 

Thank You, Father, for Jesus. Thank You that in Him, I am forgiven and redeemed, through His blood. Thank You for extending the riches of Your grace toward me, simply because I believed in Him as my Redeemer. In His precious name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians/1/7

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Tuesday, April 2, 2024  

Matthew 20:17-19

And as Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, he took the twelve disciples aside, and on the way he said to them, “See, we are going up to Jerusalem. And the Son of Man will be delivered over to the chief priests and scribes, and they will condemn him to death and deliver him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged and crucified, and he will be raised on the third day.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord, we know the story. We have known the story a long time. But still it shocks and surprises us. Every time. To hear again of your commitment and courage, your steadfast persistence in the face of all we consider to be earthly powers. To hear again the story of the rejection and cruelty you endured. Why? Because you love us. You want us to see again what real love really looks like. As we share your journey you shape our lives, transforming us from the inside out, that we might be reflections of your love. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  (Prayer by Rev. Kerry website)

Friday, March 29, 2024

2 Corinthians 5:21

For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

Prayer: Almighty and loving Father, thank you for making me holy — your righteousness — by the sacrifice of Jesus. Thank you, dear Savior, for paying such a horrible price, not just by dying on the cross, but also by becoming my sin and carrying away my guilt. All praise to you, dear Father, for your plan, and thanks and glory to you, dear Jesus, for your loving sacrifice. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, March 28, 2024

1 Timothy 2:5 – 6

For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for sending Jesus to stand for us in front of You.  Jesus gave His life, His all for ALL people of all time.  Jesus endured all the torture and pain.  He knows everything that burdened Him as He went to the cross for ALL of us.  Send Your Spirit to lead us and guide all who know of this tremendous sacrifice of Jesus to give thanks and praise to You by sharing the Good News with all that we meet or have contact with.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Psalm 62:7

On God rests my salvation and my glory; my mighty rock, my refuge is God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You that You are my protection.  I know that I can lean on You for strength in all things.  I can find my rest in You because You give me the promise of salvation though all that Jesus did on the cross and with His resurrection.  With praise and thanksgiving, I pray this in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Philippians 1:29

For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake,

Prayer:  Make me courageous, O God! Help me to be faithful in times of trouble and strong in times of persecution, hardship, and suffering. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Monday, March 25, 2024

1 John 1:9

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Please forgive me today for not coming to You when I’ve sinned and done wrong.  You tell me and all people to call on You  for any reason, at any time.  Thank You for all the pain and suffering that You endured so that my sins and the sins of all people can be forgiven.  I thank and praise You for Your faithfulness to me.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Jeremiah 17:7-8

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.”

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Forgive me for the days when my trust is not in You.  Thank You for the seed of faith that I have been given.  Help me to grow and stay strong in knowing Jesus as my Savior.  Lead me in branching out to others around me to encourage them to know that they, too, are in the care of You, their Heavenly Father.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

1 Peter 2:2-3

Like newborn infants, long for the pure spiritual milk, that by it you may grow up into salvation— if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good.

Prayer: Dear Lord,  Thank You for Your Word.  You give all that we need to live!  Please fill me up!  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, March 18, 2024

Romans 15:13

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.

Prayer: Loving Father, my heart rejoices as I realise the depth of love You have for me. You truly are my glorious God of Hope, and I thank You that this is not the doubtful ‘hope’ of the world, but a definite hope that is securely founded on Your unchangeable Word. Enable me to share this truth with those with whom I come in contact today, to Your praise and glory. In Christ’s name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Romans/15/13

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Psalm 139:23-24

Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  I praise you for being my God.  Forgive me for the times that You look into my heart and mind and see things that are sinful and wrong.  Again, I trust in You and ask You to lead me in my life on earth and into eternity in Your heavenly home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Deuteronomy 6:6-7

And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.

Prayer:  

Heavenly Father, thank You for this important lesson. Keep me alert to the dangers of falling into a worldly mindset and help me to keep the eyes of my heart on Jesus. I pray for the younger generation that are surrounded by increasing attacks on the Word of God. Help us all to teach the truth of God’s Word to our children at every opportunity and protect the hearts and minds of our children and grandchildren. This I pray in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Deuteronomy/6/7

Monday, March 4, 2024

Joshua 1:9

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for being my guide, protector and companion everyday and everywhere.  Although I may be frightened from time to time, help me to be strong and courageous because I know You are with me.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, March 1, 2024

Psalm 73:25 – 26

Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Please forgive me for all the times that I forget or don’t admit that You are my all in all.  Lord, be with me and guide me all of my days on earth until the day that You welcome me home i heaven.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 28,2024

2 Timothy 1:7

for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

Prayer: Father, forgive me for the times I have been timid about my faith. I recognize that my timidity showed itself in those times when I didn’t depend on your Spirit to strengthen me and give me boldness to say the things I need to say in the ways I need to say them. Please fill me with your Spirit so that I can be a person of character and compassion, demonstrating power, love, and self-discipline in my life. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.   (from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

1 John 3:18

Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.

Prayer:  Gracious and loving heavenly father, I pray today that I show love to my neighbors. Help me to not just speak love, but to show love, and be love. Let me share your love with others in deed and truth. Amen.  (from teh Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, February 26, 2024

1 John 4:9  In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him.

Prayer:  Dear Loving Father,  Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus into the world to teach us how to live and love.  Guide us in living our lives completely depending on You to show us the Way.  Please live in us and shine Your love through us and forgive us through Jesus when we do not reflect Your love to those around us.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, February 23, 2024

Proverbs 14:22

Do they not go astray who devise evil? Those who devise good meet steadfast love and faithfulness.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Forgive me for the times that I stray from Your plan for me.  Help me to stand up against the devil and all his evil ways.  Lead me to seek goodness and love and to be faithful to You.  Please shine Your Light on me so that I may reflect Your ways.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, February 22, 2024

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.

Prayer: 

Heavenly Father, I pray that I would let these sweet words of truth settle in my heart. There are times in my life when I am very fearful. I know that when I am fearing things in life, I am not exhibiting trust in You. I pray that You would surround me in Your perfect love, where fear has no place to stay and has to be cast out. As I rest in Your love, I pray that I would experience the peace the passes understanding, whatever situation of life I am in. And as I come to a deeper realisation of the depth of Your superlative love for me, may I be used by You to love as I am loved. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: Verse of the day for 1 John 4:18

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-John/4/18

Friday, March 1, 2024

Psalm 7

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Romans 13:9 – 10

For the commandments, “You shall not commit adultery, You shall not murder, You shall not steal, You shall not covet,” and any other commandment, are summed up in this word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore love is the fulfilling of the law.

Prayer: God who gave Moses the Law on tablets of stone, please write your character and will on my heart that I might be a living stone, testifying to your righteousness and grace. Help me to think more carefully about how my neighbors feel before I act or react to them — not just today, but every day! In the name of your Son, Jesus I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Proverbs 17:9

Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father,

Give me the self control that comes from love to cover over the failings of others with mercy and forgiveness.  And help me to forget them so I am not able to satisfy my need to vent by sharing their mistakes with other people.  I don’t want to be the reason that someone thinks negatively about their friends, family and acquaintances.  Instead, I’d rather speak well of the in order to change their impression of each other for the better.  I repent of those times I’ve slipped and told what others have done wrong when there was no good reason to share it.  Thank you for covering my sins so I won’t have to pay for them before your Father in heaven.  Amen   (from A Reason for Hope website)

Monday, February 19, 2024

1 John 4:11 – 12

Beloved, if God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.

Prayer  Abba Father, it is so comforting to know that you are not far away — that I live in you and you live in me. Help me see others with your eyes and respond to their needs with your heart so that your love may be complete in me. In the name of Jesus, the Servant and Savior of all, I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

John 13:34-35

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Too many people do not know anything about love.  Many think it’s only the romantic Valentine’s Day type . . . thank You for the tremendous love you give to me every day – especially the forgiveness and promises that are given through Jesus’ death and resurrection.  Send your Spirit to give me strength, the words and actions to let others know of a greater Love than the romance  of the day.  In your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”

Prayer: Father, I believe that you gave Jesus to save me from my sins. I confess that I cannot fully understand that love, but I thank you and praise you with all of my heart. Please forgive me when my life does not reflect your loving evaluation of my worth. Give me the strength to believe what you say about me and what you have done for me. I place my full trust in your love to continue its transformational work of redemption in me. Thank you that you are making me better than I am right now. Thank you even more for ransoming me from my sin and giving me life with you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Monday, February  12, 2024

1 Corinthians 13: 6 – 7

it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

Prayer:  O LORD, God of love and truth, as you pour your love into my heart through your Holy Spirit, please refine my love to be genuine and true, without guile, manipulation, and deceit. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers, as is right, because your faith is growing abundantly, and the love of every one of you for one another is increasing.

Prayer:  Holy God, may your love so fill me so that I can fully share love with those that I meet each day. May this love grow and increase so that others may readily see its benefits and recognize that it is a direct response to the lavish love you have shared with me. Through the power of your Spirit, help my love increase! In Jesus name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 8, 2024

Matthew 5:43-45

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I am so privileged and blessed to be called Your child.  You love all people the same and it’s so difficult for us to do the same.  Help me to show the same love and compassion to those around me today and when my sinful self gets in the way of Your Plans, please send the Holy Spirit to give me courage and strength.  Thank you, Lord.  Amen. 

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Psalm 97:10

O you who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the lives of his saints; he delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

Prayer:  I love You, Lord and am so thankful for all that You give.  You have given all people Your Word.  Your Word tells us to love all and hate all evil.  Send Your Spirit to empower us to do that every day.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Proverbs 21:21

Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness, and honor.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, lead me to look for righteousness around me.  It seems that pursuing righteousness and kindness might be difficult these days.  You promise to be with me wherever I go, so I ask You to help me and share the Good News of Life with You with anyone I meet.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, February 5, 2024

Psalm 33:4 – 5

For the word of the Lord is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the Lord.

Prayer:  O Magnificent and Majestic Creator, I greet today as your gift and a reminder of your faithfulness. Each day the sun rises I anticipate the day you honor your promise to send your Son back to bring us home to you. Give me a keen sense today of your faithful presence. I pray this through him in whom all your promises find their fulfillment. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 1, 2024

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, I honor you as God Almighty. I appreciate you for all your kindness and blessings lavished upon me. I love you because you first loved me in Jesus. My heart’s desire today is to demonstrate my love for you in all I do, and love and say. Through Jesus. Amen. (From the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Ephesians 4:2

with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

Prayer:  Give me strength and patience, O God, that I may be as loving, gentle and patient with others as Jesus was with people during his earthly ministry and you have been with me. In the name of Jesus, my Lord and hero I pray. Amen.  (frpm the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.   

Prayer:  Holy and Magnificent God, thank you for being better than anything my world can offer me. Thank you for calling me to a higher standard than the world accepts. Thank you for giving me the promise of a better future than any human can imagine. Thank you for giving me a high calling to live up to you. In Jesus’ holy name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Galatians 6:1

Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted.

Prayer:  Father, forgive my sins as I forgive those who have sinned against me. But Father, also help my heart to be gripped by the gravity of sin’s effects and to be stirred into action to help those whom it has trapped. Through Jesus, who came to rescue me from my sin, I pray. Amen  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

James 1:5

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You are our wise Heavenly Father.  You know what we need and You bless us as You see fit for our daily lives.  Help me to be wise with the gifts You give me and to make great choices today especially when I’m dealing with someone else.  Thank You for guiding me.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Monday, January 22, 2024

Matthew 7:7-8

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.

Prayer:   Loving Father, thank You for breaking down the barrier between God and man and permitting me to come into Your holy presence in prayer, for mercy to find help in time of need. Help me to pray and keep on praying in spirit and in truth. Help me to pray purposefully and persistently, and in accordance with Your will… and may I learn to ask in faith, to seek You with all my heart, and to knock with patient endurance so that I may live according to Your will. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Matthew/7/7

Friday, January 19, 2024

Matthew 7:12

“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

“Lord Jesus, please help us to love others today. Help us to love as You love; to love our neighbor as You have loved us. It is difficult because ego and pride never ceases to attempt ransoming our senses, carrying us away with anger, strife and confusion. So we humbly ask You, Lord, to help us love like You love; to forgive like You forgive. We ask for Your help in mending our wounds; healing our broken relationships; replacing any feelings of hatred in our hearts with a divine and unshakeable love … so that even when we are hurt and misunderstood, we will continue to love and extend mercy just as You have done for us. We pray not to fall victim to the traps of this world — arguing, cursing, and accusing — but to instead love others as You have commanded us. In everything we do and say, Lord, let our every action and word be motivated by our unwavering love for You.  In Your good and holy Name, we pray.  Amen.  (from the Psalm 91 website)

Thursday, January 18, 2024

1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for being faithful to me all the time.  Forgive me for the times that I am weak and overcome by the temptations that surround me.  Thank You for Jesus that He is the one that provides the way out for me and all who believe in Him.  Please send the Holy Spirit to live in me and give me direction and wisdom to get through the tough times.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Philippians 2:14-16

Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Shine Your Light on me and in me today so that I might be a reflection of You to those around me.  Thank You!  Amen.

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Galatians 5:16

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

Prayer: Dear Lord God,  You share in Your Word what You expect of Your children and how we should live.  I stray from Your plan for me every day.  Please forgive me.  Send the Holy Spirit into me to stengthen me when I’m weak and walk with me and guide me all my days.  Thank You for Your presence in my life.  Amen.

Monday, January 15, 2024

John 8:31-32

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, I believe in You and pledge my allegiance to You. My desire is to be a true disciple, obeying Your commands and following Your teachings and examples. Help me to remain faithful in spite of the temptations and trials and fears brought on by this evil world. Help me to remain in Your Word; fill me with Your truth. Grant me perseverance and persistence to be all You created me to be. I pray for the peace and freedom that comes only by being faithful to Your truth. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Friday, January 12, 2024

Galatians 3:26 – 28

for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Prayer:  Thank you, dear Father, for adopting me into your family. How can I thank you for all you have done to make me your child and a rightful heir to your glorious riches of grace. Thank you, dear Jesus, for your sacrifice that brought me into your family. In your name, O Jesus, do I offer my prayer and my praise. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Psalm 118:5 – 6

Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Some days there just seems to be so much wrong and overwhelming in my life and swirling around me.  Forgive me when I forget or ignore Your promises to me.  Give me the confidence to know and believe that You are with me every step and every minute of every day.  With You at my side I know that I have all that I need.  Thank You!  Amen.

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

1 Peter 1:15 – 16

¹⁵ But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; ¹⁶ for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.”

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, I want to be holy and have a life that is set apart unto You. I want to have a life that is honouring to You in thought, word and deed. Help me to take every thought captive to Christ and develop a mind that is circumspect, stable and self-controlled – to Your praise and glory, in Jesus name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Peter/1/16

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Matthew 6:19-21

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Too often, we say and think we need possessions and money to live and keep us happy. Forgive me when I value things more than I value the forgiveness that I receive.   Help us to be reminded that anything and everything that we have on earth is temporary and will wear out or eventually be destroyed.  Send Your Spirit to strengthen our faith so that we might be reminded that the best comes from You and that the best will be when we’re with you for eternity in Your heavenly home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, January 8, 2024

Amos 5:14 – 15

Seek good, and not evil, that you may live; and so the Lord, the God of hosts, will be with you, as you have said. Hate evil, and love good, and establish justice in the gate; it may be that the Lord, the God of hosts, will be gracious to the remnant of Joseph.

Prayer:  Lord, many things in this world are so tempting; so very enticing. I confess that I need Your help to resist and remain pure and holy in Your sight. Many things the world calls good are actually evil. Sometimes it seems like no matter how hard I try to stay faithful and true, Lord, temptation rears its ugly head and tries to get me to fall. Give me strength and endurance to finish the race and win the crown of life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Friday, January 5, 2024

Isaiah 1:16-17

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  First of all I know that I cannot make myself clean.  The only One that makes me and all people totally clean and without sin is Jesus.  Thank You, Jesus for taking all creations sins on Yourself as You paid for all as You hung on the cross.  Send Your Spirit to help me to try to live a clean and orderly life.  Help me to show kindness and mercy to those who are in need.  I thank and praise You for Your blessings in my life.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursdsay, January 4, 2024

Micah 6:8

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You tell it like it is!  You have given us good things for our lives.  You spell out with Your love in the Commandments what You expect of all people and how to live.  Please forgive me for all the times that I stray from the path that You have set before me.  Lead me and guide me to value justice and to show others kindness and let me be humble.  Walk with me everyday, Lord.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Titus 2:11-12

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

Prayer:  Holy Father, I confess that I live in a confusing time. Satan is always distorting the distinction between right and wrong, good and evil, moral and immoral. Because you have been so gracious with me, may my life today reflect the righteousness you gave me through Jesus. “May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart, be pleasing in your sight, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Through Jesus, my atoning sacrifice I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Psalm 90:2

So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Prayer:  Everlasting Father, I find great comfort in knowing that I cannot be in a place or time where you are not. Stir my courage through your Spirit that I may be more bold, by your power and presence, to share the Gospel of Jesus. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Heartlight  website)

Friday, December 29, 2023

John 14:1 – 3

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I believe You died for me so that I could be forgiven. I believe You were raised from the dead so that I could have new life. I know I have done wrong things, and I’m sorry. Please forgive me and give me the power to follow You all the days of my life.  I also thank You for the hope You have freely given to me through Your Son Jesus. Lord, help my doubt when I cannot see. As I eagerly wait in expectation of Your coming, strengthen me to persevere in the calling You have laid before me. I know that all things work together for good to those who love You. Lord, I commit my life to Your purposes today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (from Scripture Seeds)

Thursday, December 28, 2023

Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  It’s near the end of another year and so many think about all that’s happened over the last months.  Thank You for being with us in good times and bad.  Thank You for inviting me to Your loving arms to calm me and allow me to rest.  I know I need to trust in You and rely on Your promises.   Lord, lead me and guide every day.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Psalm 103:1-2

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits,

Prayer

Loving Father, how I praise and thank You for Your many and great blessings that You have showered over us all, despite our foolish rebelling and sinful pride. How great You are and what a gracious God that You should care for such as me.  Thank You, Father, for Your unconditional and everlasting love towards me. May I grow more and more to be like You, guide and teach me in all that I say and do, so that I may do all according to Your will.  I ask You to continue to pour our Your bountiful blessings and mercy on me and my whole family. I ask this in the name of the lovely Lord Jesus,  Amen.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/103/2

Monday, November 27, 2023

Colossians 3:16

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.

Prayer:  I am so thankful today, Lord, for all the many blessings you have poured into my life. Your love, grace, mercy, and forgiveness give me hope for the future. Your gift of Jesus gives me life today and promises life tomorrow. The incredible physical blessings, as well as the blessings of family and friends are wonderful. But the greatest of all blessings is the assurance that I will one day see you face to face and share your glory presence forever. In Jesus’ name I thank and praise you. Amen.   (from Verse of the Day website)

Friday,  Novembeer 24, 2023

Colossians2:6-7

Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.

Prayer: Father God, I want to walk in your ways. I want to stay on the right path, stay away from temptation, and walk in the light of your path. Help me to love others, be an encouragement, and be an example to others. I pray that you be with me and guide me, amen.  (From the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Colossians 3:15

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.

Prayer:  Dear Father,  Let Christ’s peace rule in our hearts. Let us be at peace in his one body. Fill our hearts and mouths with overflowing thanksgiving.  Let Christ’s word dwell in us richly. Let us teach and admonish each other in all wisdom.  Let us impart grace through the songs flowing from thankful hearts.  May we do everything, whatever it is, in the name of our Lord Jesus.  We give thanks to you, our God and Father, through his name. Amen.  (from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

1 Corinthians 1:4-5

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—

Prayer:  Lord our God, we thank you that you are so near to us that we may feel and know we are your children, your children who are in your hands with all that belongs to our earthly life, all our needs and temptations, all our efforts and pain. We come together to thank you, and our thanksgiving wins a victory over everything that makes life difficult for us. In this thanksgiving the harshness, crookedness, and injustice on earth cannot harm us. Protect us with your light, which gives us wisdom for all situations and which lifts us above everything that is base and meaningless and must pass away. Amen.  (from the Plough website)

Monday, November 20, 2023

Psalm 95:1 – 2

Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I come before Your presence praising You, thanking You, Lord, for all Your blessings. You are Almighty, King of Kings, Lord of Lords. I see Your glory all around me, in the sun, the moon, the ocean, on all the earth. I pray I never take Your love and blessings for granted, that each day as I bow down and worship You, I will never forget the privilege of coming to You in prayer. You are my shelter in times of need; You are my strength, my rock. Thank you that You are always there, forgiving me, loving me. I pray that I can be a faithful servant and listen for Your Holy Spirit to guide me as Your sheep, that I will hear Your voice. You are my God; I love You with all my heart. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.  (Prayer by Barbara Budlong)

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Psalm 119:18

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

Prayer:   Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me Your Word. Thank You for the privilege of opening it and reading it today. I admit to You that I am in a hurry. I am busy and distracted. So please slow me down. Help me focus. Keep distractions away. Help me listen to things in Your Word that I need to hear. Use Your Word to point out areas of sin that I need to confess. Open my eyes to blind spots that I keep missing. Show me where I am off track. Open my eyes to a biblical perspective of where I am and where I should be. Instruct me regarding business interactions. Help me understand and apply Your instructions. Guide me regarding my relationships. I desire to be a godly friend. Open my eyes to Your Word that will help me be a friend according to Your ways. Lord, I desire to know You more fully and deeply. Speak to me in a new and fresh way through Your Word. Father, please open my eyes to see the wonderful truths You have for me.   In Jesus’ Name. Amen.  (from the One Place website)

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Psalm 119:43

Trouble and anguish have found me out, but your commandments are my delight.

Prayer:  Oh Lord, there is so much that troubles me and others every day.  You have given Your commands to lead and guide in every situation.  I rely on You to direct my every step.  Thank You for steering me in the right direction.  Be with me and all Your children.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

1 Peter 3:18

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit,

Prayer: Almighty God, thank you for the gifts of your grace, Spirit, forgiveness and life. Most of all, thanks for the gift of your Son, who brought life and immortality to life in me through your salvation. While I have no great desire to die, I know I can look through death to you and your victory in me through Jesus. Please give me the courage to live for you every day until that day you take me home. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, November 13, 2023

1 Peter 2:15-16

For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Let  me learn from Your Word the expectations that You have for Your people.  Help me to live as Your child and serve You and Your people.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, November 10, 2023

Job 37:5 – 6

God thunders wondrously with his voice; he does great things that we cannot comprehend. For to the snow he says, ‘Fall on the earth,’ likewise to the downpour, his mighty downpour.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Open my eyes and ears to see and hear all that You do.  Since You control the sun, rain and snow, You can certainly control things in my life.  Lead me and guide me all of my days.  I thank and praise You!  Amen.

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Isaiah 1:18

“Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.

Prayer:
O the joy your grace gives me, glorious God! I can never thank you or praise you enough for rerouting the whole direction of my life so that it will end, and begin again, in you and your grace. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (From Prayerrequest.come website)

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Joshua 24:15

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You are the giver of all good things for us.  The best is for You to be our loving Heavently Father.  Thank You!  Too many people live in chaos not knowing the true living God that provides for all needs.  Yes, many are living in terror of what is happening in their homes and communities but You promise to be with all who love You in all times.  I ask You today to be with all families.  Send Your Spirit to strengthen all to know You and serve You.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 7, 2023

1 Timothy 2:1 – 2

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Today in many places in our country elections are being held.  Help all who are voting make wise, God-fearing decisions.  For those who are in leadership positions, guide them to govern all in honest, caring ways.  Surround all people with Your love and help all to know that You are Lord and King of all.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, November 6, 2023

Ephesians 1:9-10

⁹ he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, ¹⁰ to be put into effect when the times reach their fulfillment—to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ.

Prayer: Loving Father, Your plans and purposes demonstrate Your great and gracious wisdom. Thank You that in Christ, I am part of that plan, where Christ is all and in all. May my life be one that sings forth Your praises, not only with my lips but in my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.  (from the Knowing Jesus website)

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Ephesians

Friday, November 3, 2023

Romans 13:1

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for watching over us and guarding us from all evil.  In the world today, too often it is forgotten that You are in control.  We  live in a very sinful and corrupt world.  Turn us to You.  You have a plan for order.  Please work in the hearts and minds of the leaders in our communities to lead in ways that give You the glory in all that is done.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Philippians 2:3-4

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, You put all people in a very special place when you went to the cross for our salvation.  Now, help all people to value and love all others.  Love and understanding of our neighbor can only be done with Your help.  Shine Your light on us today.  Amen.

Thursday, September 14, 2023

Philippians 2:1 – 2

Friday, September 8, 2023

Psalm 143:10

Teach me to do your will, because you are my God. May your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

Prayer: Savior God, teach me and guide me with the Holy Spirit. Show me the right path. Help me make the right decisions. Steer me away from temptation and bad habits. I pray that you always be in my midst. Keep me upright and make my way strait. Amen.  (from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Thursday, September 7, 2023

Colossians 1:28

Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Telling about You is a great privilege!  When I tell the story of Your tremendous love and all that You have done from creation and through the ages help me to be wise and choose my words carefully that anyone that hears may know the Truth.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

John 14:23

Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for opening the door to the path to our Heavenly Father’s love.  I pray the Holy Spirit guides me in following Your commands today and everyday.  The day when all believers are welcomed into our Father’s heavenly home will be a day filled with joy! Amen.

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus,  Thank You for Your promise to be with me to “the end of the age”.  Lord, give me the strength and guidance to follow Your commands.  Send Your Spirit to give me the confidence to share the Good News of Salvation through all that You did with anyone I meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

1 Peter 3:8

Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.

Prayer:  Father, I confess that I have let my own over-sensitive self be wounded and have reacted with pettiness when my brothers and sisters in Christ have not treated me as I felt I deserved. I know Jesus was treated so rudely and shamefully by those he created and so I shouldn’t be surprised when things don’t always go well for me. But Father, please help me to know when to challenge those who wound me with a loving confrontation and when to just ignore the barb and find a way to minister to them because of some deeper wound has crippled them in their life. Father, let me be an instrument of your peace, harmony, grace, and unity. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, September 1, 2023

Proverbs 22:6

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You for the privilege, responsibility, and joy of the children You have placed in my life. I humbly ask that You would guide me in the way that I should teach them and train them, and pray that they may grow up in the fear and nurture of the Lord. May they grow in godly conduct, make wise choices, and learn to be both responsible towards others and accountable to authority. Keep them from worldly ways, direct and govern their lives, and may they never depart from the way of righteousness. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.        Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs/22/6

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Psalm 95:6 – 7

Oh come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker! For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture, and the sheep of his hand.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for Your care and guidance today and always.  Help me to be obedient.  Open my head and heart so that I hear You, follow Your commands and direction and that  my life gives You glory.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Philippians 3:1

Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! 

Prayer:  Lord, You are with me all the time – in good times and bad.  I thank You and I am filled with joy because I know You are with me.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Galatians 3:28

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for creating all people to have their own special looks and traits.  We’re living in the world now where too many live in judgement of one another.  Please forgive when unfairness happens and give direction as to how to live more peaceful and respectful lives.  You’ve made all, redeemed all and promise to be with all and now ask You to make us all one in Jesus.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, August 28, 2023

John 6:29

Jesus answered them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.

Prayer:  Dear God, my Father, please stir me to live with my faith in Jesus as THE most important thing in my life. Help me properly discern what is important. Help me integrate everything into my life based on my relationship with Jesus. May Jesus be the center of my life, my hope, and my faith. Amen.   (from the Heartlight website)

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Psalm 116:1-2

I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live.

Prayer:  Lord, I praise You for hearing my voice and my prayers for mercy and grace. Thank You for lending me Your ear and caring about my problems and trials. Forgive me for not coming to You sooner; for waiting until I’ve exhausted all my human efforts before seeking Your help and advice. Remind me that every time I’m overwhelmed suddenly with troubles and sorrows, You are ready and anxious to listen to my pleas. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.  (from the Heartlight websie)

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Psalm 94:18-19

When I thought, “My foot slips,” your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up. When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.

Prayer:  Lord, thank you for Your strength that lifts me up, Your love that renews my  worthiness and for hearing my every concern or worry.  Lord, I’m so thankful that You gave me life, are in my life and guide my life.  Please shine on me as I go through the day.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Romans 8:32

³² He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things?

Prayer: Lord, we appreciate Your help in getting us through the difficult, for giving us what we need to endure. Thank You for being with us always. Today Lord, we come to You in Jesus’ Name and we pray for easy. Would you make our way easy, and grant us access to the impossible, to the bright and beautiful?  May the blessings pour into us because they are attracted to You within us. Make our health easy, our relationships easy and our finances easy. You did not spare Your own Son, but delivered Him up for us all. How shall You not with Him also freely give us all things? We praise You, Lord Jesus. Thank You, Father God. Amen and amen. (from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Monday, August 21, 2023

Psalm 42:8

By day the Lord commands his steadfast love, and at night his song is with me, a prayer to the God of my life.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for Your love and guidance.  The gift of music is a blessing to me.  Thank You for all the talents that You’ve given to people so that they can provide music to bring calm and joy in life and to praise You.  I can go through my day knowing that You are with me.  Amen.

Philippians 1:21

For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Please forgive me for the times that I do not reflect You in my life.  Please shine in me so that I can live for You.  Thank You that I can live with the promise that You give for eternal life with You for all who believe.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, August 17, 2023

2 Corinthians 10:17-18

“Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.

Prayer:  Lord of majesty and mercy, every good and enduring thing in my life I have because of you. While these words are simple, they are heartfelt. In Jesus’ name, thank you!  Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

2 Corinthians 7:1

Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

Prayer:  Lord, thank You for cleansing me from all unrighteousness.  Help me not to follow my former ways, but to follow the path that You have laid before me.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Philippians 2:3 – 4

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Let all that I do be done in love and concern for others.  Forgive me for all the times that I’m self-centered and uncaring.  Please use me to share the message of Your love and salvation.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Monday, August 14, 2023

Revelation 3:14, 20

“And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the beginning of God’s creation.

Prayer: Risen and exalted Christ, our Lord and King – Come into our hearts today, renew us and remake us in Your image so that we are pleasing to You. Forgive us our complacency and self-satisfaction and create in us a holy unrest with our affluent, Western lifestyles. Thank you for not giving up on us.  Holy Spirit – Give us spiritual eyes to see our poverty… our nakedness… our blindness. Gently lead us into the Truth about our own condition and that of the world around us. Give us broken hearts – even the heart of Christ – for the broken lives, the broken people and the broken churches around us. Give us a spirit of grace and truth as we offer them hospitality and invite them to enter into a new relationship with You.  Heavenly Father – You made us to walk with You: to know You, to love You, to serve You. You are the Ruler of heaven and earth. Fill us with a proper sense of awe and wonder as we humble ourselves before You. We would be faithful and true to You – the one and only God – Father, Son and Spirit. Amen.  (from The Peanut Gallery website)

Friday, August 11, 2023

Psalm 119:14

In the way of your testimonies I delight as much as in all riches.

Prayer:  Holy God, thank you for your written Word, your people’s Scripture. May your truth come alive in my life just as it does in my heart and mind. In the name of your Son Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, August 10, 2023

Psalm 46:1

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Prayer:  God, thank You that I can count on You as a source of strength and protection on good days as well as when I’m really struggling.  Thank You for always being with me.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, August 9,2923  

Luke 12:6 – 7

Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for affirming my worth.  You know me and love me for who I am.  Lead me in being the person created by my Heavenly Father and redeemed by You.  I will not fear because I know the Lord my God is with me.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Psalm 149:4

For the Lord takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.

Prayer:  Lord God, the reasons for praise and thanksgiving in this psalm are so different from the reasons for praise and thanksgiving in my daily walk. At work we celebrate a new client, a project finished and successfully launched, a victory in the classroom. At work and at home we celebrate things that are done well and that turn out well in the world. But you lead me to thanksgiving before I even step into this day, before a task is completed, before a single thing is done. You lead me to thanksgiving and praise because you are pleased with me. You take pleasure in me and in all of your people. We are the apple of your eye. You take pleasure in us and you crown us with salvation. And you did this before I was even born. You took pleasure in me before I was born. You crowned with victory and your salvation before I did a single thing. O Lord, continue to lead me to thanksgiving and praise today because of your work for me. It is so good. Lead me to praise and thanksgiving because of your applause for me and the crown you have given me. Amen.  (from the Mt. Lebanon Church website)

Monday, August 7, 2023

Isaiah 33:22

For the Lord is our judge; the Lord is our lawgiver; the Lord is our king; he will save us.

Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for Your kindness as You rule over us.  The world is really messed up – not at all the way You’d planned but because of You and all that Jesus did, we have hope for eternal life with You.  Thank You for leading and guiding.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Tuesday, August 1, 1012

Psalm 119:114

You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.

Prayer: Praise God, my hiding place. Thank you for being a refuge for me when I feel defeated. Your word gives me comfort, hope, and joy. Help me be a friend and helper to others, just like you have been to me. Thank you for giving me hope, amen.  (from the Daily Prater Guide website)

Monday, July 31, 2023

John 1:12-13

Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for being my Father.  Thank You for wanting and welcoming me into Your family.  Please guide and direct me in all Your ways.  Help me to follow Your path.  Amen.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I thank You for all that I have.  Today I ask that You strengthen my faith.  Walk with me and guide me.  I know and trust in all Your promises.  Please help me to live as Your child.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Psalm 119:60

I will hasten and not delay to obey your commands.

Prayer: O God, give me a heart that is quick to obey and a faith that is quick to express itself in action. I want to please you with my words and thoughts, but even more Father, I want to live a life full of your character, wisdom, and grace. Help me to quickly obey your voice. In the name of Christ Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)
Monday, July 24, 2023

Psalm 112:5

It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice.

Prayer:  Loving Father, I know I will meet people today who need me to be generous with my love, my time, my forgiveness and my money. Please help me to treat them fairly and with love, just as you have treated me. May my life reflect your grace to others who need your love. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, July 21, 2023

Psalm 119:30

I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I set your rules before me.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father,  Help me to follow You with all my heart, soul and mind.  Please open my heart and mind to know and understand to the best of my abilities the way that You lead.  Thank You.  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, July 20, 2023

But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  I long to have close, personal fellowship with the people around me, but sometimes it seems so hard to achieve. Yet, You promise that as I learn to walk in the light of your truth and love, and the people around me do to, then I will have rich personal fellowship with them, the way You always intended people to have. Help us to walk in your light, so we can enjoy close relationships. Help us live honestly, humbly, and comforted by grace that covers all sins. Drive out all criticism and judgmental-ness, so I welcome people with open arms. All of this so we can be close to You and one another and enjoy what the world hasn’t got a clue about.  Amen.  (from the Reason for Hope website with Don Patterson)

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Isaiah 41:10

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.

Prayer: Heavenly Father: you are my God and I am your child – you love me, you are with me, and you always want the best for me. + Make me strong as I face the challenges of the day. + Take my hand and guide me throughout the day. + Hold me up and keep me standing firm throughout the day + Expel any fear and anxiety I may have with your perfect love for me.Heavenly Father: No matter what I face today, I will look to you for deliverance and abide in your loving presence. Through my Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.  (from the Peanut Gallery by Art Chartier website)

Tuesday, July18, 2023

Psalm 119:7

I will praise you with an upright heart, when I learn your righteous rules.

Prayer:  Father, thank You for the joys in life—Your gifts, big and small, for us and for others. The earth is full of the wonderful things You created. Help us to recognize the gifts You delight in giving us so we can receive with open arms, without fear and without doubt. Fill in all the empty places that have been hidden from You for so long. May we delight in receiving Your wonderful gifts, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.  (from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Monday, July 17, 2023

Romans 1:16

For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Help me to speak Your Word loud and clear so that anyone I meet may know and celebrate the Good News of salvation in Jesus Christ.  Thank You.  Amen.

Friday, July 14, 2023

John 15:10

If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love.

Prayer:  Dear Father in Heaven,  Keeping Your commandments is tough.  We live in a sinful world and are weak.  Please lead and guide me in keeping Your commandments.  I love You, Lord.  Help me to show love and respect when I’m with others.  Forgive me for all the times that I’m not respectful of Your love and commandments.  Thank You for being with me today.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Philippians 2:9 – 11

Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  We thank You for Jesus.  We praise You for all that Jesus did for all through His suffering and death on the cross and the promise we have of eternal life because He lives, we who believe also shall live.  Send Your Spirit to help us share the Good News to all we meet even if we may feel uncomfortable.  You will give us courage!  We give You glory!  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Matthew 4:4

 Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for Your Word.  You give the Words of love, comfort and guideance for all our needs.  Please lead me to live according to Your Word.  Thanks, too, for all that Your provide for all earthly needs.  You are our loving Father and we thank You.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Jeremiah 32:17 

“Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You are all-powerful and Your outstretched arms hold all the earth.  Please shower us with Your love.  Protect us from violence and guide us with Your wisdom.  Help us to boldly share the goodness of Your love.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, July 10, 2023

Philippians 1:6

And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I’m confident of two things today.  1.  You made me and all creatures.  When You had finished, You said, “It is GOOD!” and 2. That You will continue Your work in me until the day I’m with You in Your heavenly home.  Please lead and guide me today and always.  I ask You to lead me to live as the good work You intend.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Psalm 33:12

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Over the years, You have blessed our nation, The United States of America.  Thank You!  Our country lives in termoil these days.  Our communities are living with violence.  People question the ability of our leaders to lead.  Lord, turn us to You.  Please stand beside us and guide us with Your Light.  In Your Name we pray.  Amen.

Monday, July 3, 2023

Proverbs 14:34

Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, I believe you are the God of all nations and like a father with several children you love each and every nation you have created. That’s why you discipline whole nations and bless every one of them with their own strengths, weaknesses and prosperity. I know you see the sins in our land and grieve over them. You have blessed our U.S.A. with unbroken prosperity and have endured our failings through good times and bad. You have made us a leader in the world for freedom, fairness and justice. You have used our nation to catapult your gospel into all the world by sending missionaries from our affluent land to impoverished nations to give them your grace and mercy through your son. You have used our country to protect lives and topple tyrants through our military strength. On this great day of remembering our origins, we rise up to thank you for giving special blessings to and through our country. Thank you for the brave who gave their lives so we could be the free. It’s a privilege to pray to you as our one nation under God!  Amen  (from the Reason for Hope website Rev. Don Patterson)

Friday, June 30, 2023

Zechariah 14:9

And the Lord will be king over all the earth. On that day the Lord will be one and his name one.

Prayer: Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing. How I praise You, Lord, for loving me so much that You became a man so that by death, You would destroy death and give all who believe in You, eternal, abundant life. Draw many into Your kingdom today, for You alone are worthy of our praise and worship, forever and ever, AMEN.                                        Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Zechariah/14/9

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Psalm 138:8

The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands.

Lord God: You knew me, made me, called me, and had a plan for my life even before I was born.+ Thank you for your unfailing love and faithfulness to me over the years.+ Thank you for sending your Son, Jesus, to sacrifice his life in order to save mine.    + Thank you for enabling me to recognize his voice and to follow him along the path of Life.+ Thank you for your protection from the schemes of the evil one to steal my joy and destroy my life.  Lord God: Continue working out your good purpose in me and give me the ability to hear your voice ever leading me to a rich and satisfying life. Through my Lord, Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.  (from the Peanut Gallery website)

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

2 Peter 3:9

The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I praise Your wonderful name for your long-suffering attitude toward me, Your errant child, and toward the whole world. I am sorry for those times when I have wondered why Jesus has not returned yet. Help me see the unsaved world through Your eyes of love, that You want all to be saved. Give me a hunger to spread Your saving gospel of grace to a lost world. I know that Jesus is coming back at the right time. I pray that many may come to faith in You, while there is still time. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/2-peter-3-9

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Matthew 16:25

For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.

Prayer:  Holy God, I believe that Jesus is Lord, your Son, my Savior and King. I long for his life to be made visible in mine to your glory. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, June 26, 2023

Leviticus 19:18

Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the Lord.

Prayer:  “Lord, Your Word teaches us not to hold any grudges but to instead love our neighbor as we love ourselves. This is difficult … but as with any challenge we believe we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. We ask today for a heart like Jesus; for eyes to see only the good; and a tender conscience … willing and able to love, forgive and bestow mercy even when we don’t feel like it. We know all things work for the good of those who obey Your Commandments; and while this is not easy for feeble flesh, our deepest desire is to please You. Please forgive our unforgiveness, Lord, and bless our neighbor as well as our enemy. Thank You for loving us unconditionally. May we go out into the world and do the same. In Jesus’ Name we pray, Amen. (from the Psalm 91 website)

Friday, June 23, 2023

Isaiah 40:31

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.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Forgive me for not being patient!  You make promises and carry them out in Your way and in Your time.  Help me to be patient.  Help me to trust and rely on Yoo!  Please give me strength to move through the days with joy to serve You and those around me.  With You, I lack nothing!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Psalm 121:7-8

The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and forevermore.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You promise to be with me wherever I go.  I know You keep Your promises.  Thank You!  I put my trust in You.  Amen.

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Psalm 91:1

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.

Prayer:  Give me eyes to see, O LORD, and a heart to believe that you are there when I cannot see any evidence of your presence. Please be my protection in times of attack and my refreshment in times that bring soul-withering despair. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Mark 8:36

For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?

Prayer: Father, help me to keep my priorities right, my life holy, and my heart open to your will rather than being blinded with my own self-seeking. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.    (From the PrayerRequest.com website)

Monday, June 19, 2023

Ephesians 5:25 – 26

Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for washing us clean with Your own precious blood.  Having Your Word to read and lead us daily through our lives is a real blessing.  Help us to love one another in our families and communities with the love that You shower upon us.  Use me today to tell of and demonstrate Your love to another person that I may meet.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Psalm 103:13

As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.

Prayer:  Father of Mercies and God of all Compassion, thank you for not only knowing and caring about my struggles and problems but sending me help in Jesus and the Holy Spirit. By one I know your love and mercy and by the other I know your might and power. May your Spirit of compassion be found in my relationships. Through the grace of Jesus I pray. Amen.   (from Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Proverbs 23:24

The father of a righteous child has great joy;  a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Thank You for fathers.  Please give them wisdom as they care for their children.  Help them to be strong conscientious leaders for their children.  Most of all we are thankful to have our wise heavenly Father to turn to in all circumstances.  Bless all who care for children toay and always.  Amen.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Philippians 3:20

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  While we wait for Your return, help us to be good respectful citizens in our earthly home.  Guide and protect us all.  Help our leaders to use wisdom and discernment as they make plans for our communities and our country.  Thank You for our home here and help us be prepared for the day when You return to take Your children home.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Luke 11:13

If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

Prayer:  Abba Father, through the precious Holy Spirit I come before you asking you to empower me, my loved ones, and our church through the power of your Holy Spirit. I pray for renewal to sweep over our country and our world led by your Spirit of grace, power, and love. In the name of Jesus, the giver of this great gift I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, June 12, 2023

Psalm 19:1 – 2

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge.

Prayer:    Dear Heavenly Father,  Every morning and evening I see your glory in the skies. You are the master artist of the universe. The colors and contrasts are breathtaking. They remind me of your majesty and your creativity. So many people are busy in their homes and businesses when your beautiful paintings appear in the heavens. But still you paint them, again and again. They show that you are the creative force behind everything in nature, including me. What I see each day is only a microscopic portion of all you produce that day. Oh Author of life, accept my puny praise for your powerful and masterful handiwork. And accept my thanks that you have grace for sinners like me who take up space in your masterpiece.  Amen

(today’s prayer by Pastor Don Patterson on the Reason for Hope website)

Friday, June 9, 2023

Matthew 7:13 – 14

“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Forgive me for all the times  that I take the easy path.  This way may seem easy in many aspects of daily life but it doesn’t always end with the best results.  Stay close to me, Jesus, take me by the hand and lead me through both the good times and tough times until I’m with you in Your heavenly home.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Habakkuk 3:19

God, the Lord, is my strength; he makes my feet like the deer’s; he makes me tread on my high places. To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments.

Prayer:

You have delivered us through life’s trials and difficulties, Father. We praise you for the compassion and power you have demonstrated in our lives. You are our rock as we face the future.  (from Today in the Word website)

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Psalm 90:2

Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world  from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, my mind cannot comprehend the wonders of Who You are, but I praise Your wonderful name that You have disclosed Yourself to me in Your Word. Help me to know You more, to love You better, and to follow You more nearly with every passing day. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Psalm/90/2

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Ephesians 3:17 – 19

so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.

Prayer:
God, today grant me
Strength to do as You please
Wisdom to discern Your best for me
Compassion to serve others who need You
Power to overcome the world’s temptations  (from the Walk in Belief website)

Monday, June 5, 2023

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thank You for building me up when I’m down.  Please forgive me for times when I feel sorry for myself.  Help me to be strong and courageous in my own life and as I do my best to support those around me.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord.

Prayer:  Dear God,  You have mighty plans for the day when You take all Your children to Your heavenly home.  Be with all people and help us be prepared for this triumphant day – whenever it may be.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Friday, May 26, 2023

John 3:17

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for the boundless love You’ve shown us through the work of Your Son, Jesus Christ.  Thank You for saving me from all my sins and mistakes that occur in my life daily.  I ask You to send Your Spirit to live in me and guide me to walk in Your ways.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, May 25, 2023

James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Today, I ask for patience and wisdom to thoroughly listen to those around me and to think before I answer.  I thank You for Your love and guidance in all situations.  In Your name, Amen.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Romans 12:10

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

Prayer: Father, thank you for giving me a world wide family. Thank you for loving me so completely. Father I ask that you help me be more open with myself and my time to those in your family. Give me a heart that burns to bless and be blessed by those you have made your children. Through my brother Jesus I pray. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Romans 15:2

Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.

Prayer:  Holy and Matchless God, help me see the brokenness, hurt, and difficulties in the lives around me. Please use me to bless others who so desperately need to experience your love and grace. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, May 22, 2023

Galatians 5:13

For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You for this important reminder that both legalism and a license to sin is unacceptable in the life of a child of God. Thank You for the freedom I have in Christ, and help me to live in holiness and righteousness to Your praise and glory, serving others through Christ’s love, which only comes as I continue to abide in Him and He in me. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Galatians/5/13

Friday, May 19, 2023

James 3:17-18

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.

Prayer:   Dear Jesus,  Give me this wisdom from above.  I cannot produce it on my own.  Make me peace loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Help me see the supreme value of unity and togetherness.  Produce this wisdom between others and me. Make it fun and peaceful for us to live and work together.  I want to live in the peaceful fruit of righteousness and help others experience it too.   (From a A Reason for Hope website)

Thursday, May 18,  2023

Hebrews 6:10

For God is not unjust so as to overlook your work and the love that you have shown for his name in serving the saints, as you still do.

Prayer:  Dear God,  Thank You for being my just and loving Father.  I thank You for being the guide in my life.  Help me to serve You and others to the best of my abilities.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Romans 11:33

Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out!

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Help me to know You better.  Lead me to trust Your wisdom and Your judgments.  Please give me wisdom to make wise decisions.  I know that You have great plans for me!  Lead me to be a faithful follower of Your paths and Your ways.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Zephaniah 3:17

Prayer:  Lord, help us to seek You and follow your Word. In times of trouble teach us to realize that You are with us and love us with an everlasting love. Like the bright yellow pansies seem to smile with joy, let us realize that You are for us, and rejoice over us with joy. Lord, teach us to put our faith in You and find peace. In Jesus’ holy name. Amen  (from the Garden Faith website)

Monday, May 15, 2023

Ecclesiastes 11:5

As you do not know the way the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a woman with child, so you do not know the work of God who makes everything.

Prayer:  Dear heavenly Father, I don’t know your ways. You bless, touch, heal, and save our souls. I don’t know your timing, and I don’t always understand the reasons why. Despite this, I trust you completely. I know you answer prayers, and I ask you to be with me always, amen.    (from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, May 12, 2023

Proverbs 31:10, 27 – 28

An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, thank You that You have given us the tools to live a virtuous Christian life that honours Your name. May I seek to apply all that Scripture teaches on godly living so that I not only care for those closest to me and bless my fellow man, but also that Your name may be glorified through the life I live. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Proverbs/31/28

Ephesians 4:32

 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  We may think that this is asking a lot . . .to be kind, tenderhearted and forgiving – WOW!  You’ve shown us the way in this plus much more.  Send Your Spirit to live in each of us to be the people that You want us to be knowing that You make ALL things possible even in difficult situations.  Please be with us all today.  Amen.

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Matthew 18:15

“If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I ask You to forgive me for the things that I do that are wrong and singful.  When I need to work things out with someone else, please help me to choose my words and actions wisely.  When we’re able to work our problems out with You at the center, I know there will be peace and joy!  Thank You.  Amen.

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Romans 8:1-2

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death.

Prayer:  Abba Father, thank you for your deliverance. I know you paid a very high price to give it to me. Forgive me for not letting that deliverance make my heart soar with confident joy. Lead me by the power of your Spirit so that I can experience the freedom and joy of your salvation — not just at the end of my days, but in the moments of today. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the Verse of the Day website)

Monday, May 8, 2023

Colossians 4:5 – 6

Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Please help me be wise when talking with others today and always.  When I’m in a converation help me not to babble but to make sense in what I’m saying so that to others it might be clear and understandable.  Most of all help me to be a relection of You in all I do.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, May 5, 2023

Philippians 4:6-7

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  I’m so thankful that You know everything about me and yet You tell me to talk to You and ask You for blessings in my life.  I know You listen to me and send Your Holy Spirit to give me peace and joy even when I’m at my worst.  Please be with those who are struggling and if there’s a way for You to use me, please guide me and give me wisdom.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, May 4, 2023

2 Chronicles 7:14

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

Prayer:  Father God, thank you for the calling on my life. I pray to you, pledging my life to your service. Please forgive my sins, my heart, and my ways. I seek your face in prayer and in actions, please help me to be a blessing to those around me. Amen.  (from the Daily PRayer Guide website)

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

Prayer:  Father, I thank you, because no matter what struggles I face, you assure me of ultimate victory. I thank you, dear God, because no matter the hardship or burden, I know you will help me through it and bring me to your presence with great joy. Until that day of ultimate victorious joy, please ransom my heart from discouragement by the power of your Holy Spirit. In Jesus’ name. Amen.    (from the Verse of the Day website)

Tuesday, May 2, 2023

1 John 5:14 – 15

And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have the requests that we have asked of him.

Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus,  Thank You for hearing my prayers.  I know that You hear me and that my requests will be answered.  Lord, help me to be patient in waiting for answers.  I know that You know what is best for me.  Help me to put my trust and confidence in You always.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, May 1, 2023

Hebrews 11:6

And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I realise how quickly and easily I can move from trusting You to doubting Your Word, when things do not go the way that I expect. I pray that like the men and women of faith in Hebrews, my trust in You will not falter. Help me to earnestly seek You day by day, for I know that only as Christ lives in and through me, by faith, can I be pleasing in Your sight. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Hebrews/11/6

Friday, April 28, 2023

Philippians 2:5 – 8

Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, what a glorious truth to realise that I am a new creation in Christ and have the Holy Spirit of God living in me. Help me to live in complete dependence on You and in godly unity with my brothers and sisters in Christ. Keep me from contentions and strife, and help me to consider the needs of others before my own. And Lord, I pray that the mind that was in Christ Jesus may dwell in me richly so that I may act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before You, all the days of my life. This I ask in Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Philippians/2/5

Thursday, April 27, 2023

Luke 19:10

For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”

Prayer:  Dear Jesus,  Thanks be to You for searching for me.  Thank You for giving Your life to save me from all my sins and eternal damnation.  Send Your Spirit to stir my faith so that I may be strong and cling to You.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Hebrews 7:25

Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Jesus,  Thank You for all You do for me everyday.  Because of all that You do for me, I know and believe that I am held close to You.  Help me to turn to You not only for my needs but for the needs of family, friends and others that I do not know.  You know everyone’s needs.  I ask You to give to all what they need and help me to reflect Your love in any way I can.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Colossians 1:27-28

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

Prayer:  God, today grant me   Strength to do as You please    Wisdom to discern Your best for me    Compassion to serve others who need You    Power to overcome the world’s temptations  In Jesus’ Name, I pray.  Amen  (from the Walk in Belief website)

Monday, April 24, 2023

1 Peter 1:18 – 19

For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.

Prayer: 

Father, thank you for your awesome love that sets me free through Jesus Christ! I am still amazed when I try to think it all through. My mind is boggled some by things I don’t understand, but my heart is full of love and appreciation for your great gift to me and all my brothers and sisters. Thank you! In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.  (from the JesusWalk website)

Friday, April 21, 2023

John 10:28-30

I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.”

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for having a tight grip on me.  Amen

Thursday, April 20, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:55 – 57

“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, thank You for making it possible for us to glimpse how wonderful life will be when You return to restore us and all Your creation. “ank You for making it all possible by taking our sins on Yourself and suffering God’s punishment as You died in our place on the cross. As You rose in glory that Easter morning, so too
raise us to new life—now in faith, and on the Last Day, in body and spirit. I pray in Your holy Name. Amen  (from Lutheran Hour Ministries)

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:20 – 22

But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.

Prayer:  Almighty, Most Powerful God. Because of your grace and the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, I know I will see you face to face. Help me now, however, to live that resurrected life being more like Jesus today than any day ever before. In the name of my risen Lord I pray. Amen.     (from the Hearlight website)

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Romans 13:6 – 7

This is also why you pay taxes, for the authorities are God’s servants, who give their full time to governing. Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, It’s Tax Day again!  Too often we complain about having to pay them.  It might be because often it’s not fully understood where our tax money is going!  Thank you for our countries leaders – no matter which level they serve.  Please lead all citizens to be respectful of the polical leaders and guide the political leaders in respecting all citizens.  Guide those making decisions to use the wisdom that can only come from You.  Bless us all.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, April 17, 2023

1 Corinthians 1:18

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Help me to hear Your message of love and the promise of forgiveness and eternal life loud and clear.  Help me to share Your story with anyone I meet so that they may know Your love and power.  In Your name I pray.  Amen

Friday, April 14, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:1, 3 + 4

Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for the Good News that we have everyday!  Send Your Spirit to help me hear and understand all the messages that we can learn from Scripture.  Now, help me to firmly stand in my faith with the help of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Luke 9:23 – 24

Then he said to them all: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Sometimes I’m weak and lazy.  Please forgive me when I don’t follow You and serve You and others as I should.  Lord, You have given me life!  Lead me to live a God-pleasing life everyday and prepare me for the day when I can celebrate having eternal life with You in heaven.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

1 Peter 2:24

“He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”

Prayer: Forgiving Lord, I want to leave my sinful life. I want righteousness to fill the holes left inside me from hurt, pain, and sin. God I pray that you heal me from this sin. Give me the strength to turn away from it, and boldly change from my sinful ways. I ask you to forgive my sins and lead me to holiness in your son Jesus’ name, amen.   (From Daily Prayer Guide website)

Monday, April 10, 2023 

Romans 5:6 – 8

You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.   

Prayer:  Prayer: God thank you for sending your only son Jesus to die on the cross for our sins. While we were still sinners you died for us. May your grace compel us to live for something Greater than ourselves. In Jesus name we pray. All God’s people say Amen!   (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)

Friday, April 7, 2023

Galatians 2:20

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for the life You’ve given me through Jesus life, death and resurrection.  Send Your Holy Spirit to live in me and strengthen the faith You’ve given me.  Help me to have faith in Jesus.  Lead me to live as Your child in all that I say and do.  In Jesus name, I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, April 6, 2023

1 John 3:16

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.

Prayer:  Thank You, Jesus for loving me so much that You endured suffering and death to save me and all people from eternal damnation.  I know that I can live knowing that I have a place in Your heavenly home.  Now, Lord, I ask You to guide me to be a reflection of Your love with anyone I meet.  In Your name I pray.   Amen.

Wednesday, April 5, 2023

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for Your tremendous love.  So much that You gave Your all – Your life for me.  What an amazing gift that will assure me and all believers in You the gift of eternal life in Your mansion in heaven.  Help me to be a reflection of Your love today as I cross paths with other people around me.  In Your name, I pray.  Amen.

2 Corinthians 5:14 – 15

For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.

Prayer:  Victorious Lord, thank you for giving me triumph over death through Jesus, my Lord. Thank you for giving me victory over sin through his sacrificial death. Thank you for giving me victory today in my life as I live it for him. Through the precious name of Jesus I pray. Amen.  (from PrayerRequest.com)

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Ephesians 1:7

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I am so thankful for the many promises found in Your Word. Help me take each one to heart and to allow Your Truths to change me. Protect me from the fears and doubts that can cloud my thinking, and give me boldness to stand on Your Word and to share it with others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.     (from the Scriptural Seeds website)

Monday, April 3, 2023

Hebrews 12:2

² fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

Prayer:  Oh Lord Jesus, we praise You for the example we have in Jesus Christ, Your Son. Thank You that we are surrounded by this body of believers and this great cloud of witnesses! Help us, Father, to lay aside everything that weighs us down, and the sin that so easily entangles us. Help us to run with perseverance the race that You’ve marked out for us. Strengthen us to fix our eyes on You and You alone, the author and perfecter of our faith. Thank You for hearing our prayer.  Amen  (from the His Mercy is New website)

Friday, March 31, 2023

Isaiah 53:5 – 6

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed. We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.

Prayer:  God of peace, fill my soul with the wonder of your grace. Let me not forget the cost of your love. Stir in me the constant and abiding memory of your redemptive grace. Thank you. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Isaiah 53:3 – 4

He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem. Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, how I thank you for being a man of sorrows. Thank you for becoming human, for experiencing life as we experience it (though you were without sin). Thank you for knowing what physical pain feels like, what loss feels like, what rejection feels like. I find it easy to turn to you in my pain because I know that you understand.  Thank you, my Savior, for choosing the way of the cross, the way of great sorrows. You took the sin that was mine, experiencing the separation from the Father that belonged to me. How I praise you, my Lord, for being not just a man of sorrows in general, but the man of my sorrows.  Today I pray for those in my life who are in the midst of sorrows. Relieve their suffering, dear Lord. May they know your presence and find hope and comfort in you. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Best of Daily Reflections website)

Wednesday, March 29, 2023

2 Corinthians 5:21

God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

Prayer:   Father, dear Father God, I can scarcely take in the depth of love You have for me… a sinner who deserves nothing but condemnation. I praise You for Your grace, and love, and wisdom, and mercy towards me. I thank You, Father, that You made Him Who knew no sin to be made sin for ME, so that I might become the righteousness of God in Him. Thank You that through Christ there is no condemnation for those that believe in Him as Saviour. Thank You there is no condemnation for those that are IN Christ.  I do believe… and I thank You, Father. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/2-Corinthians/5/21

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

1 Timothy 2:5 – 6

For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people. This has now been witnessed to at the proper time.

Prayer:

Dear Savior Jesus,  Thanks and praise to You for all that You have done to make things right between me and my Heavenly Father.  Without You, I would have a great debt to pay for all the sins that I have committed.  Jesus, You took everything on Yourself for me and all people.  I’m thankful that people through the ages, with the power of the Holy Spirit,  have shared the Good News of salvation that only comes from You.  In Your Name, I pray.  Amen.

Monday, March 27, 2023

Psalm 62:7

My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.

Prayer:  Father God, thank You for Your amazing love. You gave Your Son, Jesus Christ, so that we might be saved. We rejoice in Your saving grace, and together we bless Your Name.  Father, we direct the glory of our sufferings to the cross, where they belong. Help us not to glory in our trials, but to give them to You. Free us from the insatiable need of winning, of outdoing one another and the vanity of worldly success. Those things are all wrapped up in the pride of our flesh, and we give it up to You. As we release our fleshly desires, grant us success in Your righteousness. Our glory rests in You, just as our salvation does.

Nothing in this world will satisfy the empty longing in our souls except more of You. Thank You for healing our hearts and our desires. May we long for more of You. Deliver us from the quicksand of deception. We already have everything we need in Christ Jesus, for He lives within us. The victory is already ours in Christ. We believe You. We love You and we worship You and You alone. In Jesus’ Holy Name. Amen.  (Prayer is from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Friday, March 24, 2023

Romans 6:23

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in^[a] Christ Jesus our Lord.

Prayer:  Gracious and loving heavenly Father, I come to you in prayer knowing that my sin makes me not worthy. I know that I deserve death because of my sin, but that you offer forgiveness. I ask you to forgive me and to fill me with the Holy Spirit. I accept the gift of eternal life through Christ Jesus, who was sacrificed for my sin. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer website)

Thursday, March 23, 2023

James 1:12

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

Prayer:  Gracious God, you’ve been patient with me and forgiven me when I’ve sinned. I pray today to ask for your wisdom. I also ask for your help to endure temptation. Help me to stay strong and focused on eternal things. When temptation surrounds me, make me the example of how to endure and overcome. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Ephesians 6:10 – 11

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for being the strength in my life.  Forgive me when I’m weak in my faith and forget that You promise to be with me always.  I ask You to provide all that I need in the good times and the rough times.    Provide for me protection against the devil and all his ways.  I thank and praise You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Jeremiah 17:7 – 8

“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I trust too much in myself and my own actions. Help me to trust You and You alone. Be with me so that I don’t boast about the worldly things I own, but rather the fact that i put my hope in the Lord. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.   (Today’s Prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, March 20, 2023

1 Peter 2:2 – 3

Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, You are our loving Father.  Thank You for providing for all my needs.  Thank You for the gift of salvation through all that Jesus did through His suffering, death and resurrection.  I ask that You forgive me for all my wrong-doings.  Every day, I mess up and I don’t even realize what I’m doing.  Send Your Holy Spirit to stir my faith and strengthen it.  Help me to hunger for more of You and less of me.  You are so good to me and I am thankful.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Friday, March 17, 2023

Psalm 23:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Prayer:  O God, our Comforter, Provider and Protector, you are our shelter and our defender. With you leading us, we are oblivious of any danger, for we repose in the safety and security of the God of our salvation. Your manifestation as Jesus, the Son of Man, meek and humble, loving and forgiving, the sacrificial lamb offered on the cross to atone for our sins and save us all, demonstrates your steadfastness and faithfulness to all of mankind.  Our Good Shepherd, Lord Jesus, has led us out of darkness into the radiant light of faith, hope and love. He gave up his life, for us to be free from the terrible damnation of sin and hellfire. To a shepherd, the welfare of his sheep is his priority and he provides all their needs, leading them safely to quiet places, out of the storms and dangers of life’s encounters. His sheep are his chosen ones and are trusting of their master.  Jesus has fulfilled the commission entrusted to him and has, through the power of your Holy Spirit in our lives, ensured that we may live with your grace and mercy to the contentment of a covenanted relationship with our Father God. He has protected us by his precious blood, defending, shielding and saving us from being ensnared by the evil one.  Lord God, you have replenished and nourished our souls with your grace and have imparted to us the wisdom and serenity of your gospel truth, to reveal and thus increase our faith and the assurance that we are heading towards the infinite safety of our heavenly abode, to reside in the warmth of your presence, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen  (fro the Prayers and Petitions website)

Thursday, March 16, 2023

Proverbs 19:8

The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.

Prayer:  Some ‘get it’ while othners don’t.  It is often heard said, you just don’t get it , you just don’t understand.  Lord, I ask that You bless me with wisdom.  Help me to make smart choices. Lead  me in my life.  I want to learn and understand all that I can from Your Word.  Thank You for blessing me abundantly.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Acts 4:10,12

then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed.

Prayer: O LORD God, Father of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Jesus, you are my Abba Father. I love you. I see your love for me poured out in what Jesus did for me and for all others because we all need salvation. Thank you for sending him — thank you for YOU coming in human flesh in Jesus to show us this love. Your work, your plan, your salvation, and, most of all, a Savior sent for me are marvelous. Thank you for such a great salvation. In Jesus’ name, I offer my thanks and my heart. Amen.   (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

2 Peter 1:5 – 8.

For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Lord Jesus, I pray for myself and for my brothers and sisters. We are weak. Sometimes we are just plain lazy. There’s a streak of rebelliousness in some of us, a desire to live life our own stubborn way. Forgive us, me especially, Lord. Soften me up in the way that meat tenderizer makes tough steak more chewable. And build your life in me, virtue by virtue, rung by rung. Make me more like yourself. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the JesusWalk website)

Monday, March 13, 2023

Romans 8:28

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Prayer:  Father, I appreciate your promise to work out all things in my life, both good and bad, for my good. I ask, dear Father, for faith to believe this promise is true during painful and difficult times. I ask for patience, O God, to hang on to my convictions when trying times persist. I believe your promise, dear LORD, and look forward to what you will eventually make of me when you are finished with your work. In Jesus’ mighty name I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, March 10, 2023

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, I thank and praise You for being my Savior and Lord.  It is in You that I have placed my hope.  So many people are wandering through life not knowing which way to turn.  Help me to kindly but firmly share with them that You are my Hope and my Deliverer.  Lead me in teaching others that You are the Way, the Truth and the Life and that in You they can also have eternal Hope.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, March 9, 2023

2 Timothy 1:19

He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time,

Prayer:  GRACE = God’s Redemption At Christ’s Expense  Lord, we’ve learned and memorized that phrase for a long time.  Help me to live a life that shows I’m thankful for all that has been done for me through Jesus.  Lead me to share the joy of knowing this with others.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Thursday, February 23, 2023

Proverbs 14:22

Do not those who plot evil go astray? But those who plan what is good find love and faithfulness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You that You have a plan for each of us.  Forgive me when I devise my own plan that strays from You.  I know that the Truth comes from You and that all that is good is a gift from You.  Help me to live in Your Light for I know there I will find goodness, love and faithfulness.  Thank You Lord.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who. fears is not made perfect in love.

Prayer:   Dear Jesus,  What a cleansing and empowering verse!   If the truth were to be told, fear dominates our lives in too many ways to count, especially in relationships.  We are afraid of rejection so we reject first.  We are afraid of being exploited so we push people away.  We are afraid of shame or gossip or judgement so we slink and hide.  We are afraid to hurt so we isolate ourselves.  We are afraid of an argument so we refuse to confront.  Fear, fear at every turn.  But O God, once your love overwhelms our soul and makes us realize that we can never lose it, then we become the love we have received.  We aren’t as addicted to ourselves as we once were.  We orient ourselves around the needs of others.  We forget ourselves and lose ourselves in loving and speaking the truth in love to everyone we meet, those near and dear and those we just met.  Love is bold and gentle at the same time, powerful and yet protecting.  It leads us into a full and abundant life that fear once stole from us.  You Jesus, are love personified and your love has given me a new opportunity to love others.  Thank you for freeing my soul.  Now help me love those whom I have famously feared in the secret place in my heart where only you take notice.  Amen     (from a Reason for Hope with Don Patterson)

Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Romans 13:9-10

The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.

Prayer: God, thank you for loving me even when I’m at my most unlovable. Thank you for loving me before I loved you. Help me to love others in this way. Let Your love flow through me and touch those around me. Amen. (Today’s Prayer is from FreshlyBlog)

Monday, February 20, 2023

Proverbs 17:19

Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.

Prayer: Father, keep me focused on your will today. Jesus, help me to seek first your kingdom, trusting that all I actually need today will be provided for me when I do. Guide me by your Holy Spirit that when transgression and strife comes my way, I can wisely cling to you and let it pass. Help me to trust in your ways today Lord. Make my paths straight and my heart humble. Amen     (from the First Christian Church of Yuma’s website)

Friday, February 17, 2023

Romans 8:35,37

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?

Prayer: Christ, as a light illumine and guide me. Christ, as a shield overshadow me. Christ under me; Christ over me; Christ beside me on my left and my right. This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful. Be in the heart of each to whom I speak; in the mouth of each who speaks unto me. This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful. Christ as a light; Christ as a shield; Christ beside me on my left and my right.  Amen      (from The Peanut Gallery – Art Chartier website)

Thursday, February 16, 2023

1 John 3:11

For this is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, This is a direct message but we sure don’t get it.  Lord, forgive me for all the times that I’m judgemental, uncaring and do not show concern for those around me.  Please send the Holy Spirit to stir up the faith You’ve given me so that I can do my best to follow Your command to love one another.  Thank You for letting me live in Your love.  Now help me to share that love with others.  In Jesus’ name.  Amen. 

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

1 John 4:10

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Today not many know or understand or even want to hear about Your unfathomable love that You show every person every day!  Add to that the pain and agony that Jesus went through for my and every other human beings sins.  Send the Holy Spirit to help us understand and share the remarkable good news of salvation through Jesus.  Thank You for Your love.  Amen

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

John 13:34-35

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

Prayer: Father, may I live as Christ lived in spirit and truth, in submission to the Holy Spirit, and in obedience to Your will. May I love as Christ loved so that in myself I become nothing, in order that Christ may be seen in me and I can show forth His love in my life, to Your praise and glory. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/John/13/34

Monday, February 13, 2023

John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank You for loving me and the world so much that You sacrificed Jesus so that I might live with You forever.  What a tremendous gift!  Help me to share Your love and the story of salvation with other people.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, February 10, 2023

1 Corinthians 13:1 – 3

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.

Prayer:   DEAR GOD,  MAKE ME BRAVE ENOUGH TO DROWN OUT THE SOUNDS OF THE CLASHING CYMBAL; ALIVE ENOUGH TO LIVE CONSCIOUSLY.  SO THAT THE BEST OF ME IS NOT ON THE INTERNET; RATHER THE BEST OF ME IS WHAT I GIVE TO YOU AND TO MY FAMILY.  Amen.  (by Shauna Niequist website NourishMoveLove)

Thursday, February 9, 2023

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  Thank You for calling me your child and giving me the gift of faith.  Help me to be an enourager of others as we all walk together growing and learning more about You.  Guide me today as i meet others.  Let me be a reflection of Your love.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Matthew 5:43-45

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You call me Your child and yet I must be a disappointment for those times when I’m judgemental or uncaring about those who are different than me or don’t treat me the way I think they should.  Please forgive me.  Thank You for coming to show and lead the way.  Help me and all others to treat others with the love and respect that You do.  Help me to be an asset in my church and community.  Send Your Spirit to help me reflect Your love.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Psalm 97:10

Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

Prayer:  Help me LORD as I desire to love you. Help me to develop a relationship with you.  As I do so, help me to hate evil and run away from it.  I am your saint, help me to live as one. Thank you for preserving my life and delivering me from the hand of the wicked.  Thank you for light which shines all over me because the righteousness of Jesus covers me.  Help me to be upright so I can live in joy all my days in Jesus name. Amen       (Prayer by: Olatubosun)  

Monday, February 6, 2023

Proverbs 21:21

Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

Prayer:  Loving and gracious Father, God you have laid out a path for my life. Be with me and give me the strength to turn away from temptation. Help me follow the path of righteousness and mercy. May my actions glorify you. Be with me to recover when I stumble, and stay steadfast on the path. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.  (From the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, February 3, 2023

Psalm 59:16

But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.

Prayer:  O Great Rock of my salvation, thank you for being unchangeable and faithful. Thank you for being the source of security and future in a day of chaos and change. Thank you for being God. You are my God and in you I place my life, my hopes, and my future. May you be glorified in me today. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.   (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Thursday, February 2, 2023

1 Corinthians 2:9

But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”—

Prayer:  God, please, please, please, please, change our thoughts. Change our way of thinking, our desires, our plans. Change us so that we are not living according to the ways, the thoughts, the desires, the plans of this world, what this world says is what’s most important. God, help us. Help us to meditate on Your word and to receive Your wisdom. We want, we need Your wisdom to live according to Your ways and Your thoughts and Your truth, what You value, what You desire.  Amen   (from the Radical website)

Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Deuteronomy 6:4-5

“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, God, open our ears to hear the truth that You are the One and Only true God.  You give us Your love and direction each day.  Help us to follow Your command to love You with all that we have.  With thanksgiving and praise for all You give each day.  Amen.

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Psalm 86:5

For you, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I thank You for Your goodness and forgiveness.  I thank You that I can turn to You in all life’s circumstances and that You love me unconditionally.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, January 30, 2023

Ephesians 4:2

with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,

Prayer:  Give me strength and patience, O God, that I may be as loving, gentle and patient with others as Jesus was with people during his earthly ministry and you have been with me. In the name of Jesus, my Lord and hero I pray. Amen.  (From the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, January 27, 2023

Ephesians 6:12-13

For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I wrestle with temptation every day. Everywhere I look I see corruption. I see it in the laws, leaders, both near and far. I pray God that you help me to overcome this darkness and be a light to others. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.  (from Daily Prayer Guide website)

Thursday, January 26, 2023

James 4:10

Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.

Prayer:  Thank you, Lord,  for knowing me and having a plan for my life. Help me this day to live with humility and grace before others as I seek to glorify you in all things. Through Jesus I pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

Prayer:  Lord, Lead us all to think about our words and actions today and always.  Let all we do give praise and glory to You.  Amen.

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Galatians 6:1

Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your correction in times when I have lost sight of You. Help me to correct others with wisdom and gentleness. Use me as a tool to bring restoration to those who need help along the way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from Scriptural Seeds ministries)

Monday, January 23, 2023

James 1:5

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

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, We sure seem to be living life in a whirlwind and often we make poor choices.  Please give me the gift of wisdom so that I can live joyfully each day knowing that You guide and direct me..  Forgive me for the times that I’m uncaring or foolish.  Lead me to live happily knowing that You are my very generous Father and You provide for all my needs..  In Your Name.  Amen.

Friday, January 20, 2023

James 1:2 – 3

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Your people have been told in Scripture that the ‘joy of the Lord is your strength’.  Even today I have struggles and roadblocks in m life.  I know I can turn to You for guidance and strength.  Lead me beyond the problems of today and help me to rejoice in knowing that You are steadfast and never failing.  Remind me that because of Your great love for me, I can have faith and steadfastness in You.  Amen.

Thursday, January 19, 2023

Matthew 7:12

“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that all that I say and do, may only be that which is honouring to You. May my actions, attitudes, and the innermost motives behind my thoughts and words, be pleasing to You and a reflection of Christ in me. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.            Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/matthew-7-12

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

Prayer:   Thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness. Each of us have weaknesses and temptations that we struggle with. As we surrender to Your perfect will, help us to choose the way of escape that You have provided us. Your Word says You give the gift of righteousness. We humbly accept that gift as we follow Jesus Christ.  Empower us in the righteousness of Christ, in our thoughts, desires and actions so we will resemble Jesus in every way. The reward of righteousness is more of You–more Love—which we desperately need and desire. Take over, Lord, as we take cover in You. In Jesus’ Name we pray. Amen.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Daily Bible Verse website)

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Philippians 2:14 – 16

Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Seems some days that everyone has a gripe or complaint – me included.  Please forgive me for times when I’m picky or judgemental.  This is not the person I want to be or does it show that I’m Your child.  Send the Holy Spirit to shine in me so that I may reflect Your light to those around me.  Lord, I want You to be proud of me today and always.   I know I cannot be Your light without You.  I ask You to be with me and guide my words and actions today.  In Your name.  Amen.

Monday, January 16, 2023

Galatians 5:16

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

Prayer:  Father God, thank you for being there with me during every step I take. Be with me during this day. Help me to walk by your Spirit and not by my own temptations. Thank you for sending Jesus Christ to be my example. I will focus on you and resist distractions. In Jesus’ name, amen.  (Today’s Prayer is fom the Daily Prayer Guide website)

Friday, January 13, 2023

2 Corinthians 5:19 – 20

that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, You have made things right between man and You through the suffering and death of Jesus.  You have given us forgiveness and freedom.  We have the good news of salvation that only comes from You.  Thank You!  Help all who know the great message of Your love be bold to share it with others today and always!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Galatians 3:27 – 28

for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that all believers have been united together with Christ and identified with Him through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, the moment we first believed. Thank You that He is our Comforter and Councillor Who has bestowed on us eternal blessings of grace. Thank You that as members of Christ’s Body, we have the peace of God in our hearts, the life of Christ in our souls, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit to guide us into all truth. In Jesus’ name, AMEN.  (Today’s Prayer is from the Knowing Jesus website)

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Psalm 118:5 – 6

Out of my distress I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  We all have good times and bad.  Many times we are stressed!  Thank You for inviting us to call on You – anytime!  We know that true freedom comes from You and since You’re with us all the time, we need not fear.  So with Your strength and guidance lead us through the day.  In Your name,  Amen.

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

1 Peter 1:15 – 16

but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”

Prayer:  Today I ask that you help me to stop accommodating sin. Help me to stop the daily excuses. Help me, merciful Father, to draw near to you. Help me to identify myself as your child at all times. I carry the DNA of my Father and I will live as such in Jesus name. Let my desire for holiness come out of love for you. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from teh Prayer Pointers website)

Monday, January 9, 2023

Matthew 6:19 – 21

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

 Prayer:  Majestic Father, I pray that out of the riches of your grace, you may help me find my treasure in you and treasure nothing else above you. Today, I want to offer you all that I am and have so that my life will be lived for your glory. In the name of Jesus, my example and treasure I pray. Amen.      (Today’s Prayer is from the Verse of the Day website)

Friday, January 6, 2023

1 Peter 1:13

Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Guide me to be open-minded today and be ready as Your child to take action for what lies in my path.  Beyond today, prepare my heart and mind to be ready for the day when I can fully rejoice in the victory that Jesus has won!  In Jesus name.  Amen.

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Isaiah 1:16 – 17

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your deeds from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Forgive me for all the times that I do not lead a clean life.  I do things that I’m not proud of and I know that this disappoints You.  Thank You for sending Jesus for through the washing of His blood I can only be made truly clean.  Help me to know and trust this truth so that I might be supportive and caring for others – no matter their situations in life.  I pray this in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Micah 6:8

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?

Prayer:  Dear God,   We thank you for your Word and that you’ve given us all that we need to live as love and hope in a dark world. Forgive us for sometimes trying to do things all on our own, and out of our wisdom in what we think seems best. We can often busy ourselves and keep spinning our wheels without the true heart of justice, mercy, and humility you’ve shown us to have. Thank you for reminding us of your very nature of love that encompasses all these attributes. You are our ultimate example in living strong and power-filled lives among so many that need to see your light and love in action. 

We ask you Lord to please renew our hearts and minds in you, we pray that you would change us more into your image. Fill us with the reflections of your character, help us to extend mercy, to show love, to walk humbly, to act in ways that are just and right in this world. Without your power and ability, we are not able. Without your spiritual discernment and strength, we cannot see fully what we need to see. Help us to hear your voice, to see things as you see them, to truly reflect the character of Christ in our daily lives. Thank you for your promise that as we draw near to you, you will draw near to us. We are never left to try to figure things out on our own. You promise to show us the way and empower us to be salt and light in a dark world. 

May we tune out the many voices around us, and strive to tune in to yours first. May we choose to see others as more important than ourselves. May we long to help serve those who have suffered so greatly and to be a voice for those who have been oppressed or silenced. May we choose to love mercy, to show kindness, to a world that would seek to build walls and barriers instead of bridges and unity. May we choose to walk in humility with you, instead of looking out for ourselves first or setting our own lives up as more important than others’. 

May your Spirit breathe refreshment, renewal, purpose, and power in us, through us, today. We recognize our great need for you Lord, we rely fully on your strength and help. 

We thank you that anything is possible through you, and you can change even the hardest of hearts. We are yielded to you. We will choose to do justice, to love mercy, to walk humbly with you all the days of our lives. 

In Jesus’ Name,  Amen.     (Today’s Prayer is from iBelieve.com)

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Titus 2:11 – 12

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age,

Prayer:  Merciful God, you fill us with blessings all around. Please forgive me when I sin against you. Show me grace when I lose my temper. Take the anger from deep inside me and discard it. Comfort me when I’m afraid. Reassure me when I’m doubtful. Let grace appear to me when I struggle. In Jesus’ name, amen.                                                                                                          (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer website)

Monday, January 2, 2023

Psalm 90:12

So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.

Prayer; Dear Lord, You have an amazing plan for each of us.  Teach us to number our days and manage our time so that our lives are a reflection of You.  Help us to live wisely.  Thank You for leading and guiding.  Forgive us when we aren’t using all that You give with wisdom and care.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, December 30, 2022

John 16:33

I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, In my mind, today may be a good day or one filled with all kinds of situations that may not be the easiest to deal with.  Help me to keep Your words in my heart and mind that You give peace.  If I find myself in struggles today, pull me to You and remind me that You are with me and You give peace beyond all human understanding.  Help me to be still and know that You are God!  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, December 29, 2022

John 14:1 – 3

“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, As I move through today and the rest of my life, send Your Spirit to build my faith.  Lead me through when I’m overwhelmed or upset with something that’s troubling me.  Hold me close to You and help me to remember that You promise to never leave me.  I trust in Your words that You are preparing a place for me in Your mansion.  Let me live in that hope and promise and not in the struggles of today.  Thank You for being right there with me all the time.  In Your name.  Amen

Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Matthew 11:28

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for inviting me to turn to You when I’m feeling tired, overworked or overwhelmed.  Help me to learn  to balance the time I’ve been given to use each day wisely.  Forgive me for the times that I take too much on.  Help me to be supportive to those around me and comfort them as You comfort me.  In Your name I pray.  Amen.

Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Psalm 103:1-2

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits,

Prayer:  Lord our God, O Holy One, we thank you that we may lay aside our own nature and be lifted in spirit above all that is temporal and human and have joy in you. In spite of all the evil surrounding us, in spite of the thousandfold misery of humankind, we may still rejoice in you, in all you do and will yet do for us. Grant that we may go on rejoicing, having joy together, helping instead of burdening each other, until this earth is filled with the jubilation of those you have so richly blest. Forgive us all our sins. Heal us in mind and body. Deliver us from all the corruption that tries to take hold of our souls. Amen.  (today’s prayer is from the Prayers and Petitions website)

Thursday, December 22, 2022

Luke 2:8 – 11

And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, Let me be filled with awe and wonder as the shepherds were on the night You were born.  Open my ears and heart to hear the message of great joy that our Savior was born and has come to save us from our sins.  Help me to share this Good News to anyone I meet so that they too may share in the joy of knowing You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Luke 2:6 – 7

And while they were there, the time came for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.

Prayer:  How do I comprehend your gracious and sacrificial love, dear Father? Coming in human flesh as a baby! Swaddled in strips of cloth like the babies of that day! Making your bed in a manger! Holy God, my Abba Father, please know that I want you to make your place in my heart. You are welcome here. Your presence is desired. Thank you for the grace of coming in Jesus. Thank you for your grace of also coming to live in me through your Spirit. In Jesus’ name. Amen.       (today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Luke 2:1, 4 -5

In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered.

Prayer:  Holy and loving God, thank you for the gift of Jesus. Thank you that he entered our messy world with all its contradictions, ironies, and conflicts. Thank you for not being aloof or immune to our struggles. Thank you for Jesus, in whose name I pray. Amen

Monday, December 19, 2022

Luke 1:76 – 78

And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Most High; for you will go before the Lord to prepare his ways, to give knowledge of salvation to his people in the forgiveness of their sins, because of the tender mercy of our God, whereby the sunrise shall visit us from on high

Prayer: 

Dear loving Heavenly Father, how I praise Your glorious name for sending the Dayspring from heaven to be my Saviour and Lord, to be my Light in a world of darkness, and Life for all of us who trust in His name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/luke-1-78

Friday, December 16, 2022

Luke 1:46-47, 49

And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, what a thrilling meeting it must have been for Elisabeth and Mary as they glorified Your name for all that You had done in their lives and for the wonderful promise of salvation. How my spirit also rejoices in You and in the Lord Jesus Christ, my God, my wonderful Saviour, and Your eternal Son. Thank You for Your gracious plan of redemption and for Christ’s birth to this humble Jewish maiden. How my soul also thrills and praises You for all You have done in my life – for the forgiveness of sin and the redemption of my soul through the shed blood of God my Saviour. Praise Your holy name, AMEN.

Source: https://dailyverse.knowing-jesus.com/luke-1-47

Thursday, December 15, 2022

Luke 1:30-33

And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.”

Prayer:  Give me courage, O Almighty Father, so that fear will not cloud my thoughts or weaken my faith. Fill me with your assurance and have Jesus chase the clouds of fear away. In the name of Jesus your Son and my triumphant Lord, I pray. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Wednesday, December 14, 2022

Luke 1:26 – 28

In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, “Greetings, O favored one, the Lord is with you!”

Prayer:  Dear Lord, How surprised Mary must have been by the angel Gabriel’s visit to her.  You have given us what we need to know and how to live.  Help us to listen and follow just as Mary did.  Help us to watch, wait and be prepared daily for the day when Jesus returns.  In the meantime help us to share the joy of knowing that You have a plan for salvation and eternal life.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Matthew 2:4 – 6

⁴ When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. ⁵ “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written:  ⁶ “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah,  are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler  who will shepherd my people Israel.’[a]”

Prayer:  You, O Lord, are marvelous. You are God Almighty, the holy and majestic Creator. Yet you became the least so I can share in your glory. Please help me, O God, never to look down on someone else because they look like the least.  Amen.

Monday, December 12, 2022

Galatians 4:4 – 5

But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.

Prayer: 

Thank You, Father, for sending Jesus into the world at the right time. Thank You that Jesus became a man and fulfilled all the righteous requirements of the Law on my behalf so that I might be forgiven of my sins and adopted into Your family, for time and through eternity. Heavenly Father, I never cease to be amazed at the grace that You have extended to me and to all who have been redeemed by faith in Jesus Christ. It is a thing most wonderful, almost too wonderful to believe, that God’s own Son should come from heavenly glory and die to save a sinner like me. And yet it is true and I thank You with all of my being. In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/Galatians/4

Friday, December 9, 2022

John 15:5 8

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, I am thankful that You are the Strong Vine to which we are attached.  Send Your Spirit to live in me to so that I can be an asset in sharing the Good News of salvation because of what You have done.  Help me to grow and help others grow in our faith in You through the work of the Holy Spirit in us.  I ask You to guide my words and actions as I go through the day today and always.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, December 8, 2022

John 14:6

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me

Prayer:  O Lord Jesus Christ, you have said that you are the way, the truth, and the life.  Do not let us stray from you who are the way, nor to distrust you who are the truth, nor to rest in anything other than you, who are the life.  Teach us by your Holy Spirit, what to believe, what to do, and where to take our rest.  We ask it for your own name’s sake.  Amen

Source: Desiderius Erasmus

Wednesday, December 7, 2022

John 11:25

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live,

Prayer:  Glorious God, my Abba Father, I ask for help to believe more strongly in the words of Jesus. I want to live vibrantly, always alive to the promise that the true life that is me is tied to Jesus and that Satan cannot defeat, destroy, or take that life from my Lord. Stir me to live more passionately, always alive to the moment knowing that my future with you is secure. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.      (Today’s prayer is from the Heartlight website)

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

John 10:14 – 15

I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep.

Prayer:  Dear Jesus, Thank You for claiming me to be one of Your flock.  I know that You know me better than I know myself.  Forgive me for times when I go my separate ways and forget that You are with me, leading me every step of the way.  Most of all thank You for the gift of salvation that You have given me through giving of Yourself on the cross.  I thank and praise You today for this tremendous gift.  Amen.

Monday, December 5, 2022

John 10:7, 2- 10

Thursday, December 1, 2022

John 1:1 – 2, 14

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that in the beginning was the Word, and the Word was made flesh and came to dwell among us as the unique and only begotten Son of God, Who alone qualifies to be our Redeemer. Thank You that He was born into the human race as a man – fully God yet fully man – so that by His death and Resurrection, He could become the singular substitute for the sin of the world. Thank You that by grace through faith in Him, I have been redeemed. What a wonderful Saviour, full of grace and truth. To Him be all praise and glory, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/John/1

Monday, November 28, 2022

1 Chronicles 16:8

Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Thank You for all that You give.  I look around and see the beauty of Your creation.  I am also reminded that You are present and beside me every day.  Too often I need to be reminded that I can call on You at any time.  I pray today that You are with anyone in any place that is telling the story of Your great love and salvation in Jesus.  Keep all missionaries near and far safe and in Your care.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Psalm 100:4 – 5

Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! For the Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for your abundant goodness and love that endures forever! You deserve my praise every day, no matter the circumstances. Help me to have a grateful heart day and night and never forget your promises to me.  amen

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Colossians 3:15

And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, you are the source of peace that is everlasting. I pray that when my heart is sick and broken, you give me peace. I am thankful that you are faithful, and ask for you to rule my heart. Help me to not focus on the hurt, but to focus on the peace and fulfillment that comes with being a child of God. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the Daily Prayer Guide Website)

Monday, November 21, 2022

1 Corinthians 1:4 – 5

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—

Prayer: Loving Father, thank You for enriching me in all possible ways, in Christ Jesus my Lord. I pray that I may live in a way that is pleasing to You in all speech and activity so that Your name is glorified in my life, In Jesus’ name I pray, AMEN.

Source: https://prayer.knowing-jesus.com/1-Corinthians/1

Friday, November 18, 2022                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            John 17:17

Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I believe that You have chosen me to be set apart to share the Good News about salvation through Jesus’ death and resurrection.  You have washed my sins away and have promised me a totally spotless life with You in heaven someday.  Use me to be a reflection of Jesus, to share His love and Your message to all I may meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Psalm 119:105

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

Prayer:  Dear Lord God, Thank You for Your Word!  I know that it is the guide for my life.  Please guide me to follow the path that You have planned for me.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Psalm 119:18

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  So much could be different if all would see and believe in You!  Please open my eyes that I may see all that You have given me.  Help me to live by Your laws so that I might be part of Your mighty plan for wondrous things in this world.  In Your name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Psalm 119:143

Trouble and anguish have found me out, but your commandments are my delight.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  Each day there are problems both large an small.  Thank You for Your commandments.  If I’d only follow them my life would be so much better.  Forgive me when I stray away from Your plans.  Please send Your Spirit to live in me to help me to do better.  Let me delight in Your commands.  In Your name.  Amen.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Monday, November 14, 2022

1 Peter 3:18     

For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit.

Prayer:  Almighty God, thank you for the gifts of your grace, Spirit, forgiveness and life. Most of all, thanks for the gift of your Son, who brought life and immortality to life in me through your salvation. While I have no great desire to die, I know I can look through death to you and your victory in me through Jesus. Please give me the courage to live for you every day until that day you take me home. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

Friday, November 11, 2022

1 John 2:15 – 16

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world.

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  You command us to love You above all else.  Please forgive when we put so many other things in our lives over You.  Please send the Holy Spirit to live in us to give us strength and wisdom to love You above all else.  In Your name. Amen.

Thursday, November 10, 2022

Job 37:5 – 6

God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. ⁶ He says to the snow, ‘Fall on the earth,’  and to the rain shower, ‘Be a mighty downpour.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, You do things that we do not understand.  Today it is raining – maybe more that we’d like.  But You send the rain so that we can have cleansing and growth.  You also shower us with Your abundant love and blessings.  Lord, help us to use all that You give to shower others with Your love.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Isaiah 1:18

“Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  What assurance it is that You invite us to be in Your community.  You offer all that is needed to move forward in our lives.  Thank You for redeeming and cleansing us.  Be with us all today.  Lead us to share the Good News of Your salvation with anyone we meet.  In Your Name.  Amen.

Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Joshua 24:15

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Prayer;  Dear Heavenly Father,  It is a privilege to be called Your child.  Give me strength to be the person You want me to be,  Guide me to serve You in all I do.  Amen.

Monday, November 7, 2022

1 Timothy 2:1 – 2

2 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— ² for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.

Prayer:  Dear Lord, As our nation votes for it’s leaders, help them all to be shown respect and to serve with respect for all people.  Send Your Spirit to guide us all that we might make wise decisions and be given peace in our lives.  In Your name.  Amen.

Friday, November 4, 2022

2 Corinthians 3:16

who has made us sufficient to be ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit. For the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.

Prayer:  Father, I want not only to know Jesus but also to have the Holy Spirit help make Jesus’ holy character and his gracious compassion more and more real to me and through me. I ask this, not for my glory, but for your glory, praying in the name of Jesus, my Lord. Amen.  (Today’s prayer is from the website Heartlight)

Thursday, November 3, 2022

Romans 13:1

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Prayer:  Dear Lord,  This is a very confusing time in our nation as we prepare to vote for leaders in our communities and states.  Please guide our elected leaders during the turbulent times in which we live.  Send Your Spirit to direct them in all they do and let the decisions made be pleasing to glorifying to You.  As voters prepare to cast their votes next week, lead all to have time in prayer with You.  Help our nation be under You and guided by You.  Let us be thankful that we are able to worship and give our thanks and praise to You.  In Your name.  Amen.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

1 Peter 2:9

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Ephesians 1:18

having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints,

Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father,  I thank You or all the many blessings You give to me daily.  I ask You to open my eyes so that I may see and know all that You give and that the greatest gift is the salvation that I have through what Jesus has done.  Send Your Holy Spirit to continue to guide me and fill me with hope beyond all measure.  In Your Name I pray.  Amen.

Monday, October 31, 2022

1 Peter 5:8 – 9

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.

Prayer:  Dear Lord God,  Thank you for the gift of my faith.  Help me remember all that you do and have done for me and all people.  Help me to stand firm in my faith and be a reflection of You in all that I do.  In Your holy name, I pray.  Amen.

Friday, October 28, 2022

1 Peter 1: 24 – 25

for “All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls, but the word of the Lord remains forever.” And this word is the good news that was preached to you.

Prayer:  Dear God, Thank You for never fading away.  Open my heart and mind so that I may hear and learn that You are always near and that Your Word is true.  I trust that Your Word remains forever.  Thank You for this gift of knowing the Truth.  In Your name.  Amen.

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Hebrews 4:12

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Prayer:  All knowing God, I put on a good exterior but I still have secret struggles. I hold grudges, I lust, I seek revenge, and I carry baggage. Your word convicts me and I know I have to change what’s inside me. Help my heart to be pure and not evil, clean me from the inside out. Amen.