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Prayer Page One
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Grow in
faith |
Dear Lord,
worship and Bible study, that’s how I grow in faith.
Bringing others with me would be a good way to help them
mature in their faith. Fan the coals of my faith, add some
fuel, make it burst into flame again so that I invite with a
humble boldness, in Christ.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Improving marriage |
O Lord,
someone has said marriages are made in heaven, and I trust
that you have made our marriage. But many times our marriage
is not very heavenly. We don’t understand each other. We
have different habits. We get on each other’s nerves. We
don’t talk. We fight. Forgive us, Lord, for our failings.
Forgive me for my lack of patience and tolerance and
unselfish love. Give us strength and wisdom, O God, to work
through our differences and build a strong marriage. Work in
us a spirit of love and forgiveness even as you have loved
and forgiven us for Jesus’ sake. Stay with us by your Spirit
and rule in our lives by your Word. May our lives together
testify to the glory of your name in Christ.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Living
together |
Dear Lord,
my daughter is living with her boyfriend. It breaks my
heart. They are sinning and I know that sin pulls everyone
away from you. Lord, what do I say? How can I reach them?
Please help me speak up, telling them that they are breaking
the standards you set. Give me true patience to reach out
with love, not hurt, pain, or anger.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Love |
Dear Lord,
love has gotten a bad rap. We need to get it clear. Love is
giving. Giving your hands, your feet, your head, your life.
Jesus did that. Because of his love we have forgiveness and
life. That’s clear. Now help us to imitate Christ in our own
life.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Relationships |
Dear
Father, relationships are so hard these days. The world
lies to us, shouting that marriages can’t last, that sex
comes without commitment, and that love is whatever we want
it to be. Help us tune out the voices that lie to us and try
deceive us about true love between a man and woman. Give us
strength when we’re tempted. Give us commitment when we’re
scared. Give us your perfect love so we can show the world
what you want love to be.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Repentance |
Dear Lord,
when I do something wrong I would just as soon hide. I know
your all—seeing eyes search me out. Help me to be up front
and say I’m sorry. Forgiven in Christ, keep me on your
straight path.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Sleeplessness |
O my God,
merciful Savior, I spent another sleepless night last
night. It happens so often I'm afraid it will hurt my
health. Why can't I just relax and sleep? Help me, Lord.
Help me to recognize and correct any bad eating habits or
work habits that may be contributing to my sleeplessness.
Send your Spirit to calm my troubled heart by the knowledge
of your love. Keep me mindful of your care, so I may truly
be care free in my sleep. Cradle me in your protective arms.
Fill my mind with the good thoughts of your gospel, and push
out the troublesome thoughts that boil and bubble inside.
Comfort me with the rest that comes only from you,
for your name's sake. Amen.
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Stress |
Dear Lord,
today just stressed me out. I’m overwhelmed by everything.
It seems like I never have a quiet moment and I won’t ever
find peace. Help me realize that you give me true peace.
Slow me down, help me take a deep breath and remember that
you are always with me.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Troubled
Marriages |
Dear God,
you know that my marriage isn’t following your standard. My
spouse and I are fighting, neglecting you. We’re so angry,
neither one of us can see straight. This isn’t what I had in
mind. This isn’t how it was supposed to be. Please help us.
Right now, you’re the only one who has the power to change
this marriage. Work in us. Give us patience and commitment
to fulfill our vow, even when neither one of us really wants
to. I know this won’t be easy, but you are God and you can
do anything. We need you.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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Why |
Heavenly
Father, this question gets asked a lot. "Why, O Lord, do
you stand far off?" "My God, my God why have you forsaken
me?" "Why me, Lord?" Help us to see your answer to our
prayer is a person. Our answer is Jesus Christ. Was his
"Why" answered? You answered it Lord by lifting him from the
cross, raising him from the grave and granting him eternal
life. Help us to get our answer in that same divine plan.
In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
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