Prayers for Every Need: Prayers for the Day

Prayers for Every Need: Prayers for the Day

“Pray without ceasing,” the apostle Paul said. In prayer, we draw close to God and provide an opening for Him to enter our lives with healing, wisdom and blessing. Please keep in mind that there is a prayer for every need. Even yours.

Prayers for the Day

At the Start of the Day

Dear Lord, thank you for the night’s rest you gave me. I am grateful for the renewed energy and enthusiasm it has brought. Accept my gratitude for bringing me to the beginning of this new day. I accept it as a precious gift from you. May I use it minute by minute to do your will. Guide me in every problem I face, every decision I make this day. Help me to treat everyone kindly, fairly and thoughtfully. If I should forget you during this day, please do not forget me. Amen.

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24) 

For Energy

Dear Lord, I need more energy and strength. Change my thoughts to be in harmony with your divine power. Keep me in close contact with you, the source of energy that never runs down. I accept this great new energy now and give you thanks. Amen.

They will soar on wings as eagles; they will run and not grow weary. (Isaiah 40:31)

When Worried

Heavenly Father, I’m worried and full of fear. I have tried to reassure myself, but it doesn’t help. Touch me with your peace and help my disturbed mind know that, with you, I need fear no evil. Amen.

Thou will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee. (Isaiah 26:3)

For Guidance

God, this world’s problems are so complicated that I cannot make my way without your guidance. Quicken my mind and deepen my understanding. Help me hear your voice and heed your advice. Keep me walking along the path behind you. Amen.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. (Proverbs 3:5)

When Making a Difficult Decision

Dear Lord, the decision I have to make will affect my life profoundly, and that makes me tense. Calm my mind. Show me what to do and how to do it. Help me listen for your answer and know the answer when it comes. Above all, help me know that it will come. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. (Psalm 46:1)

For God’s Power

God, help me to know that nothing can defeat me if I keep myself humbly in contact with you. Grant me the greatness of soul to confront my problems intelligently and courageously. For this I thank you. Amen.

But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the songs of God. (John 1:12)

At the End of the Day

Heavenly Father, I close this day with thoughts of you. All day long, you have watched over me. Forgive the sins I committed today. Give me insight and understanding so that I will not commit them again. Watch over me and give me a good night’s rest. Give your angels charge over all of us this night and every night as long as our lives shall last. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. (Proverbs 3:24)

When You Miss Someone

God, my loved ones are far away. I miss them so much. I’m lonely. Keep them safe and help them know I am thinking of them now. Thank you for the gift of loving relationships. Bring my loved ones home and make our reunion joyous. Amen.

I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Be strong and of a good courage. (Joshua 1:5-6)

When You Are Far from Home

Dear Lord, I am far from home and I miss everyone and everything. I think about my children and wish I could tuck them in at night. I miss my spouse, my family and our special times. I miss all the little things I usually take for granted. Help this time pass quickly. Bless those I love. Help them know they are always in my thoughts and prayers. And bring me home safely. Amen.

I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go. (Genesis 28:15)