a prayer to accept each other



O Lord,

We thank you for this wonderful gift of our love which You have generously granted us and which allows us to build a true communion of persons between us --- provided we remain ever open to You, the Source of all love.

Help us to continue to love each other and accept each other unconditionally, as we get to know each other better.

Make us generous in giving and humble in receiving.

Enable us to communicate to one another all our joys, sufferings, and desires and all our hopes, sorrows, and difficulties.

Give us the power of Your Love that we may forget self and live for each other so that we may have truly one spirit, in preparation for the time when You will send us children to add to our union and love.

Amen.
- Author Unknown      


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Help me to pray for the whole church




Lord, help me to pray for the church, and not just for myself, for the church is Your Church.
Help me to pray for more my local church that the community I belong to will be the light of the world, and salt of the earth in my neighbourhood.
Help me to pray the other churches in my neighbourhood, that together our light will shine brighter, and our saltiness will be more effective.
Help me to pray the churches in the nation I live in, that together we will impact the nation for You, Lord Jesus Christ. 
Help me to pray for the churches in other nations, that they too may be lights and salt in the nations that dwell in.
Help me to pray for the persecuted church in the many nations that being a Christian means to suffer hostile discrimination, suffering, imprisonment and even death. Help me pray for the suffering church that they may have the courage to continue to praech the gospel in a difficult environment 
Help me to pray for the whole church that whatever we face we will honour You in our attitudes, words, and deeds.
Help me to pray for the whole church because it is Your church and Your heritage!

I pray this in Your own name, Lord Jesus

Amen


Ephesians 6:18–20 (ESV)
18 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, 19 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.

Psalm 28:9 (ESV)
9 Oh, save your people and bless your heritage! Be their shepherd and carry them forever.



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How long?


Do you ever feel like this deep down in your spirit?

How long, O LORD???

Do you ever pray and wonder if the LORD is listening? Does He hear?

Does He care about the anguish in your soul? The heartache? The pain?

One thing I have learned in my Christian walk is that He does listen and He does hear. He does care about our brokenness. Our deepest hurt. Our confusion.

Never give up. Never quit praying. Never stop crying out to God.

He loves us with an everlasting and incomprehensible love. A love we can trust. A love we can depend on.

We may not always be able to see that He is working, but we can know deep down into the depths of our being that He is.

Because His Word tells us this truth.

"In my distress I called to the LORD, and He answered me." (Psalm 120:1) CSB

Hang on to the promises of His Word. Hang on to His love.


And cry out to Jesus.



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prayer of the farm worker’s struggle



Dear God,

Show me the suffering of the most miserable;
So I will know my people’s plight.

Free me to pray for others;
For you are present in every person.

Help me take responsibility for my own life;
So that I can be free at last.

Grant me courage to serve others;
For in service there is true life.

Give me honesty and patience;
So that I can work with other workers.

Bring forth song and celebration;
So that the Spirit will be alive among us.

Let the Spirit flourish and grow;
So that we will never tire of the struggle.

Let us remember those who have died for justice;
For they have given us life.

Help us love even those who hate us;
So we can change the world.

Amen.
-César Chávez        


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a prayer for giving our burdens to God


 

Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves. (Ps. 68:19-20)

Dear Heavenly Father, 

What a promise you've made, what a hope we have, and what a God you are. Thank you for being the kind of Father who bears our burdens—as opposed to ignoring, minimizing, or resenting them. To know that you bear our burdens on a daily basis frees us to be honest with you about the things that tend to wear us down and wear us out. Indeed, you are the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort (2 Cor. 1:3-5).

You are the God who saves us—not just from eternal separation from yourself but also in the present realities of life.

Father, some of us are overwhelmed with marriage, parenting, and family burdens. Helplessness isn't bad, if it will drive us to you. Help us to want you and your glory more than we want relief and a different story. Protect us from all counsel that might medicate our pain but not identify the real issues.

Father, some of us are fearful, fretful, even rage-full over the political landscape of our country, the legislative shifts in our culture, and the nuclear madness of our world. Lift these burdens from our hearts as you remind us that the throne of heaven is presently occupied (Rev. 4), that Jesus is currently the ruler of the kings of the earth (Rev. 1:5), and that nothing and no one can alter or annul your plans (Isa. 14:27; Eccles. 3:14)

Father, forgive us when we take back the burden of our guilt, even though Jesus has exhausted it; free us when we surrender yet again to the burden of our shame, even though Jesus has broken it.

Rescue us when we feign sovereignty and take on other people's burdens you don't intend for us to carry. Give us grace, wisdom, and power to live and to love to your glory.

In Jesus' merciful and mighty name we pray. 
Amen.


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a prayer for our world



All powerful God,

You are present in the universe and in the smallest of your creatures. You embrace with your tenderness all that exists. Pour out upon us the power of your love, that we may protect life and beauty. Fill us with your peace, that we may live as brothers and sisters, harming no one.

O God of the poor, help us to rescue the abandoned and forgotten of this earth, so precious in your eyes. Bring healing to our lives, that we may protect the world and not prey on it, that we may sow beauty, not pollution and destruction.

Touch the hearts of those who look only for gain at the expense of the poor and the earth. Teach us to discover the worth of each thing, to be filled with awe and contemplation, to recognize that we are profoundly united with every creature as we journey towards your infinite light.

We thank you for being with us each day. Encourage us, we pray, in our struggle, for justice, love and peace.

Amen
... prayer by Pope Francis        


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Prayer For A New Day




Prayer For A New Day
O God,
Help us today to welcome Jesus in our lives.
The Jesus whom we meet in our own family, among our friends, and in our cities.
And truly believe that as we reach out, we will discover that Jesus is still among us… still smiles at us… and still gives us his blessing.
Bless us today…. Each one who listens to the words of God.
And let something really new happen among us, that comes from your life-giving Spirit.
In this we pray.
Amen.
 
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“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
 - Philippians 4: 6


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a prayer of God's goodness and presence in times of trouble


 

 

But now, this is what the Lord says—
    he who created you, Jacob,
    he who formed you, Israel:
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
    I have summoned you by name; you are mine. 

 When you pass through the waters,
    I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
    they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
    you will not be burned;
    the flames will not set you ablaze. (Isaiah 43:1-2

 

Dear heavenly Father, 

 

Your Word is solace for the sad and balance for the bewildered, a firm rock for those rocked by life's circumstances and bread from heaven for the hungry on earth. This isn't theory, the wisdom of sages, or just true and good theology. It's our reality.

 

And we praise you. 

 

You've made promises you alone can keep, and you do not lie. No god is as near or good, merciful or mighty as you—no matter the storm or season.

 

As you have spoken clearly through Isaiah, you created us and are redeeming us, all for your glory. You summoned us by name, calling us to life in the gospel. You gave us a new name-"Mine." There's no sweeter, more perspective-giving or more peace-generating name you could call us. You never promised we wouldn't experience floods and torrents, fires and flames. But you have promised to be with us. To know your great affection for us and your absolute sovereignty over everything is enough, Father


Indeed, we know ourselves to be precious, honored, and greatly loved, because you gave Jesus in exchange for us.

 

Though he was rich, yet for our sakes he became poor, so that through his poverty we might become rich (2 Cor. 8:9).

 

We praise you for the indescribable gift of the gospel.

 

And since you didn't spare your own Son, certainly we can trust you to graciously give us everything else we need (Rom. 8:32)—in current storms and future fires. We don't have to be afraid of anything or anyone. You are with us and you are for us. 

 

We pray in Jesus' great and grace-full name. 

 

Amen.


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a Prayer to become a Friend of God



Are you there God? Can you hear me?

I am in need of a friend. I am in need of you.

I offer you my friendship. Can you hear me?

I am confused and in need of clarity in my life.

I am looking for a sign and direction for my life.

Help me to be more open and more aware.

I offer myself, and my trust, to you.

Please make yourself real to me. Reveal yourself to me.
Open my inner eyes that I might see clearly. 
I offer you my friendship. I will listen for your still small voice.

I will wait in faith, and be patient as I listen.

My heart is yours. I bow to you in love.

Amen.


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help me to forgive



Dear God,

In these days of hurt feelings, I choose to forgive.

When people are unkind and hateful, I choose to forgive.

As I feel frustrated and weary, I choose to forgive.

Help me Lord to let go of the hurts and pain.

Cause me to be kind when I am exhausted by life.

Bless me that I might bless when I am offended.

I praise you dear Father. You are worthy.

Amen.


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A prayer for those struggling in life




  I ask your prayers for all who face conflict;
  for those for whom life is an endless struggle;
  for those who are uncertain where their next meal will come from,
  or if it will come at all;
  for those for whom life seems dark and empty
  and for all who are hungry in our greedy, selfish world;
  for those sent away from the rich nation’s table empty-handed
  although there is enough for all.
  The Lord hears our prayer.

   I ask your prayers for all who face conflict;
  for those who are persecuted
  and all who are tortured and imprisoned for their faith in Christ.
  I ask your prayers for all who are neglected, ignored,
  or made to feel as if they do not count.
  I ask your prayers for those who, for the sake of others,
  stand against injustice, corruption, and evil
  and do so at great cost to themselves.
  The Lord hears our prayer.


Clowes, David. 2021. 40 Prayers for Lent. Colorado Springs, CO: David C Cook.



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Peace for the grieving

LORD, today I pray for those who are grieving the loss of loved ones.

Bestow PEACE upon their hearts. Bring COMFORT to their wounded spirits. Bring a beautiful sense of Your Presence to their souls.

Enable them to draw close to You and feel sweet MERCY and GRACE wrap around them tightly…

Help them to see the HOPE of eternal life and a beautiful reunion one day in GLORY.



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a prayer offered as we wait



Father of all patience and hope,

Quiet my heart, and still my soul, as I wait on you.

Help me to shut out the distractions in my mind.

Draw me nearer to you as I pray. And as I hope.

I release all of my cares and worries to you.

I confront the things that I fear in prayer.

I surrender them to you in faith.

Bring me through the darkness and despair.

I will trust in you as I release control to you.

You are great and greatly to be praised.

You are worthy of my devotion Father.

In your name I pray.

Amen.


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Act of Approach


 
BENIGN LORD,
 
I praise thee continually for permission 
to approach thy throne of grace, 
and to spread my wants and desires 
before thee.
 
I am not worthy of thy blessings and mercies 
for I am far gone from original righteousness;
My depraved nature reveals itself in disobedience
and rebellion;
 
My early days discovered in me discontent, pride, envy, revenge.
 
Remember not the sins of my youth, 
nor the multiplied transgressions of later years, 
my failure to improve time and talents, 
my abuse of mercies and means, 
my wasted sabbaths,
my perverted seasons of grace,
my long neglect of thy great salvation, 
my disregard of the Friend of sinners.
 
While I confess my guilt, help me to feel it deeply, 
with self-abhorrence and self-despair, yet
to remember there is hope in thee,  
and to see the Lamb that takes away sin.
 
Through him may I return to thee, 
listen to thee, 
trust in thee, 
delight in thy law, 
obey thee,
be upheld by thee.
 
Preserve my understanding from error, 
my affections from love of idols, 
my lips from speaking guile, 
my conduct from stain of vice, 
my character from appearance of evil, 
that I may be harmless, blameless, rebukeless, 
exemplary, useful, light-giving, prudent, zealous for thy glory 
and the good of my fellow-men.

Amen

From "The Valley of Vision: Puritan Prayers and Devotions"

 


 


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a prayer to learn life's lessons



Dearest Father,

My heart is to follow you, and the example of your son, in all I do.

I am dedicated to you and your mission to love the world.

Lead me and help me to discern the way of your spirit.

Help me to learn from my good and bad experiences.

Transform me that I might find guidance from within.

Teach me that I might interpret life events in helpful ways.

Beyond the black and white areas, help me to see you in the gray.

I place my trust in you and cede control to your spirit's influence.

Fill me afresh Holy Spirit and make me as a moldable child.

Bath me in the ocean of your loving care that I might learn of you.

In all my ways, mold me into the person you want me to be.

I praise you for all I am and all I will become.

Amen. 


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a prayer to have unmixed motives



God of the Pure Heart,

Help us have motives that stand the test of time.

Help us to have good intentions in all we do.

Help us to live and act from our spiritual selves.

Help us to have wisdom as we align our hearts with yours.

Help us to reflect your motives as we journey forward.

Help us to act in ways that bring glory to your name.

Amen.


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Live Your Prayers






Live Your Prayers

I knelt to pray when day was done
And prayed, "O Lord, bless everyone,
Lift from each saddened heart the pain
And let the sick be well again."

And then I woke another day
And carelessly went on my way,
The whole day long I did not try
To wipe a tear from any eye.

I did not try to share the load
Of any brother on the road.
I did not even go to see
The sick man just next door to me.

Yet once again when day was done
I prayed, "O Lord, bless everyone."
But as I prayed, into my ear
there came a voice that whispered clear,

"Pause now, my child, before you pray.
Whom have you tried to bless today?
God's sweetest blessings always go
by hands that serve him here below."

And then I hid my face and cried,
"Forgive me, God, I have not tried,
But let me live another day
and I will live the way I pray."

Author unknown 


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a prayer to be content



Dear Lord,

Help me to find joy and contentment in the simple blessings of life.

Thank you for meeting my needs and for leading me as I journey forward.

I praise you for my family, my friends and the beauty in my life.

Help me to be content with what I have and thankful for my life.

Bless me, that I might find joy in you and in all that you have made.

Amen.


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a prayer for those who sacrifice


 

 Heavenly Father, 

Today we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. We honor their sacrifice and thank You for the freedom they helped preserve. With grateful hearts, we remember those who laid down their lives for the sake of others. Their sacrifice echoes the love Your Son showed us, laying down His life so we could live. Lord, comfort every family who grieves, and remind them that their loved one did not die in vain. 

May their courage never be forgotten, and may their memory inspire us to live with purpose, gratitude, and love. Let peace reign where there has been war, and may Your justice and mercy guide us as a nation. 

May their courage and service to our country inspire each one of us to serve our community and our neighbor. 

In Jesus’ name, 

Amen.


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a prayer to remember our fallen



God of all mercy and peace,

On this Memorial Day weekend, we give thanks.
For those who courageously laid down their lives for our freedom.

For the families and friends who suffered and lost so much.
May the examples of their sacrifice inspire in us a selfless love.

Bless the families of our fallen, and fill their homes and their lives with strength.

Embolden us to answer the call to work for peace and justice.

Motivate us to seek an end to violence and conflict around the globe.

We ask this in your name.

Amen   


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a prayer to help us focus



Dear God,

I am so distracted by the chaos and confusion all around me.

Help me to focus on the things that matter.

Guide my thoughts in ways that make life better.

Lead me in ways that deeply connect with you.

Bring encouragement to me, and help me to encourage.

Guide me as I cultivate meaningful relationships with friends.

Bless me and awaken me, that I will not take my life for granted.

Teach me to not live externally but to live a life from within.

In your name, Amen. 


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Pray to claim God's promises




Mark 11:24: Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

Faith is not working up by will power a sort of certainty that something is coming to pass, but it is seeing as an actual fact that God has said that this thing shall come to pass, and that it is true, and then rejoicing to know that it is true, and just resting and entering into it because God has said it. Faith turns the promise into a prophecy. While it is merely a promise it is contingent upon our co-operation; it may or may not be. But when faith claims it, it becomes a prophecy and we go forth feeling that it is something that must be done because God cannot lie.

Faith is the answer from the throne saying, “It is done.” Faith is the echo of God’s voice. Let us catch it from on high. Let us repeat it, and go out to triumph in its glorious power.

Hear the answer from the throne,
Claim the promise, doubting one,
God hath spoken, “It is done.”
Faith hath answered, “It is done”;
Prayer is over, praise begun,
Hallelujah! It is done.

Simpson, A. B. 1897. Days of Heaven upon Earth: A Year Book of Scripture Texts and Living Truths. New York: Christian Alliance Pub. Co.

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Lord, teach me to understand your promises better and have the faith to pray and claim your promises..

Amen 



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a pray for my daily needs


 
O God, the Author of all Good,
 
I come to you for the grace I need for another day, with all it will require for it's duties and plans.
 
I step out into a broken world,
I carry with me a broken heart,
and I know that without You I can do nothing. 
Unless I am kept by Your power, I know I am vulnerable to be held and tempted in sin or folly.
 
So hold me so I may be safe.
Preserve my understanding of walking in step with the Spirit,
keep my from my love of idols,
and my character from the vices that plague my heart. 
Teach me how to use the world and not abuse it.
To me to improve my talents and redeem my time. 
To walk in wisdom and in kindness to those I encounter.
Show me how I may do good to all, for Your glory.
 
Amen. 

(Adapted from "The Valley of Vision", pg 2118)

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a prayer for inner peace



Dearest God,

I come before you, anxious and in need of inner peace.

My mind feels overrun with cares, concerns and worries.

My heart is restless and I am on edge a lot.

I am in need of calm and serenity in my life.

Help me to trust you and lean into your wisdom.

I seek your guidance in a world that seems scary and uncertain.

May your peace fill my heart and mitigate my fears.

I ask for grace to experience a peace that passes understanding.

And in your name I will trust and I will pray.

Amen


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when we feel alone



Dear Lord,

I feel so alone. So desperate. And so sad.

I feel like there is no one who really cares.

Embrace me with your loving spirit.

Help me to feel your presence and your love.

I feel like the weight of the world is on me.

Bring a friend to me that can help me bear the burden.

I surrender my life to you and kneel before you.

Thank you for hearing me and for loving me.

You alone are worthy of all praise.

I love you Lord.

Amen

 


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a prayer to love



Dear Lord of Love and Acceptance,

I ask for guidance in learning how to love like you.

Help me to extend grace and kindness to those around me.

Teach me to see others with compassion and understanding.

Help me to love not just in words, but in actions that reflect you.

May I be a channel of your love, both in heart and in interactions.

Help my ego and my pride to bow to your love and mercifulness.

I bend my knee to you, praying in the name that is above all names.

Amen


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Call me back to you


Call Me Back To You
I trust in you, Lord, but keep helping me in my many moments of distrust and doubt. They are there and will be every time I turn my eyes, ears, or hands away from you. Please, Lord, keep calling me back to you, by day and by night, in joy and in sadness, during moments of success and moments of failure. Never let me leave you. I know you walk with me. Help me walk with you today, tomorrow and always.

Henri Nouwen
 

“Even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.”
 - Joel 2: 12




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