Sometimes praying is easier than other times. Sometimes the words come easily, and other times it feels like we have writer’s block during our prayer time. Below you will find a number of prayers you can use for the different situations of life. They have been taken from a variety of sources.
A Prayer of Hope
Father, thank You for hope. Thank You for its light in the darkness. Thank You that no matter how dark the night, You are with me. My situation and circumstances may look dark, but I know You not only go before me, but You also walk with me. As I pray, please fill me with even more hope. I trust You, God, even in the midst of this seemingly hopeless season. I know my hope is in You and that the victory is already Yours. In Jesus’ name, amen.
A Prayer for Strength
Lord, I come to you in the midst of my struggles and trials. I feel weak and weary, but I know that you are my source of strength. Fill me with your power and courage to face each challenge. Help me to persevere, knowing that you are with me every step of the way. Grant me peace and comfort in the midst of the storm, and may your presence be my refuge. Amen.
A Prayer for Healing
Dear Lord, I humbly come before you to ask for your healing touch upon [name]. Grant them strength, comfort, and restoration in body, mind, and spirit. Surround them with your love and grace, and bring healing to every part of their being. In your merciful hands, I place their health and well-being. Amen.
A Prayer for peace
Jesus, I come to You today to ask for help. Thank You for your love, grace, and peace. I give You my anxious thoughts. Take them, Lord. I accept Your peace, love, and understanding. Help me to turn to You and be still. Help me to stop doing and start trusting. Help me to wait on You. I love You, and I know You love me so much more than I could ever imagine. Amen.
A Prayer for the Morning
Dear God, thank you for this new day. Fill me with your peace, wisdom, and strength. Guide my steps and help me to shine your light in the world. Bless me and my loved ones with your presence and protection throughout the day. In Jesus’ name, amen.
A Prayer for Surrender
My God, here I am. I place myself completely and totally in your hands to do with as you wish, no terms, no conditions, nothing held back. If there is an area in my life that I may be withholding from you, even without realizing it, I want you to invade it right now and fill it with your light. I ask that you would give me a beautiful mind and bring me to that place where I truly do love you in the way you actually meant, when you said to love you with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength. I ask this in the name of my Lord, my King, my Redeemer and Saviour, Jesus Christ, Emmanuel. Amen.
A Prayer Before Bed
Dear Lord, as I prepare to rest, I thank you for this day. Thank you for your love, guidance, and provision. Forgive me for any shortcomings and help me to grow in your grace. I surrender my worries and burdens to you, trusting that you will carry them for me. Grant me peaceful sleep and renew my strength for tomorrow. In Jesus’ name, amen.
A Prayer for guidance
Heavenly Father, I seek your guidance and wisdom in this time of decision-making. Open my heart and mind to your leading, and grant me clarity and discernment. Help me to align my choices with your perfect will. May your light shine upon my path, and may I walk in the direction you have planned for me. Amen.
A Prayer for Financial Concerns
Dear God, I bring my financial concerns before you. Please provide for my needs and grant me wisdom in managing my resources. Help me to be a good steward of what you have entrusted to me. Give me strength and perseverance during times of financial difficulty. I trust in your abundant provision and believe that you will meet all my needs according to your glorious riches. Amen.
