Category: Relationship

A Prayer for Rest and Renewal in the Busy Holiday SeasonBy Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.” – Psalm 62:5 Listen or Read Below: One of my least favorite four-letter words seems to be growing in popularity in modern culture. And I bet it’s one you’ve been […]

A Prayer for a Loved One Struggling with IllnessBy Alicia Searl Bible Reading“Blessed are those who have regard for the weak; the Lord delivers them in times of trouble. The Lord protects and preserves them— they are counted among the blessed in the land— he does not give them over to the desire of their […]

A Prayer for Patience for the Good God PromisesBy Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him.” – Lamentations 3:24-25 Listen or Read Below: It’s been a really […]

A Prayer to Stir Up Thanksgiving GratefulnessBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God” – 2 Corinthians 9:11 Listen or Read Below: Sadly, Thanksgiving Day has been taking a hit by some […]

A Prayer of Gratitude for the Gift of JesusBy Kristine Brown Bible Reading“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.” – John 3:16 NIV Listen or Read Below: I’ve never been much of a holiday decorator. Working […]

Is that a joke? Finding rest as a single mom? Motherhood is a full-time, 24/7, 365 days per year job, and there’s simply no vacation. We love those babies more than anyone else on earth possibly could. They bring us joy and laughter, and our hearts could almost burst when we see them hit a new milestone. Mothers love […]

A Prayer for Peace amid Family Tensions during the HolidaysBy Rachel Wojo Bible Reading“I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Listen or Read Below The holidays can be a wonderful time […]

A Prayer for an Open Heart This Holiday SeasonBy Emma Danzey Bible Reading:“Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7 Listen or Read Below […]

A Prayer for When You Don’t Feel ThankfulBy Kyle Norman Bible Reading“In bringing many children to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom all things exist, should make the author of salvation perfect through suffering.” – Hebrews 2:10 Listen or Read Below: Are you excited about the upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations? Tables […]

A Prayer to Be Thankful for the Little Things in Life By Vivian Bricker Bible Reading “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Listen or Read Below:  At the beginning of this year, I made a goal to start noticing the little things in life. […]

A Prayer for a Thankful Heart through a Disappointing SeasonBy Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23 Listen or Read Below: When referring to encountering extremely trying situations, a dear friend once […]

A Prayer for Gratitude in Times of AbundanceBy Heidi Vegh Bible Reading“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Listen or Read Below: Isn’t it the human condition to lean on God more in times of need than in times of abundance? […]

A Prayer of Praise and Thanksgiving for God’s FaithfulnessBy Kristine Brown Bible Reading“The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.” (Psalm 28:7 NLT) Listen or Read Below: Many of us will gather […]

A Prayer for Hope When the Holidays Trigger Painful MemoriesBy Rachel Wojo Bible Reading“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13 Listen or Read Below Holidays are often painted […]

A Prayer for Patience and Grace in Family GatheringsBy Annie Yorty Bible Reading“Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must […]

A Prayer to Extend the Heart of JesusBy Chelsey DeMatteis Bible ReadingJesus said to her, “I who speak to you am he.” – John 4:26 Listen or Read Below What is your favorite free gift to give? Mine is a smile, a spoken prayer, or a hug. These three acts have the ability to completely […]

A Prayer for Unity This Thanksgiving By Vivian Bricker Bible Reading“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.” – […]

A Prayer to See the Eternal Significance of Providing a Meal By Laura Bailey  Bible Reading“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” – Matthew 25:40 NIV Listen or Read Below: A lost loved one … take […]

A Prayer for Comfort and Hope in Times of GriefBy Heidi Vegh  Bible Reading“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me” – Psalm 23:4 Listen or Read Below Loss is an inevitable part […]

A Prayer for Those Facing AddictionBy Kyle Norman Bible Reading“But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it. This is why it says: ‘When he ascended on high, he took many captives and gave gifts to his people.’” – Ephesians 4:7-8 Listen or Read Below In 1890, Francis Thompson wrote […]

Being a mom can be tough at times. Here are some encouraging words.

A Prayer for Joy Amidst the Heartache By Rachel Wojo Bible Reading“You make known to me the path of life; in Your presence there is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” – Psalm 16:11 Listen or Read Below The holidays are upon us, and they are usually portrayed as a time of […]

A Prayer of Gratefulness and Appreciation for Our Nation’s VeteransBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends” – John 15:13 Listen or Read Below Americans’ freedom has not come cheaply. Today and every day, we enjoy great freedom because of the service and sacrifices […]

A Prayer for When You’ve Been Hurt by OthersBy Christine F. Perry Bible Reading“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.” – Number 6:24-26 NKJV Listen or Read Below: I sat in […]

A Prayer to Overcome Spiritual DroughtBy Laura Bailey Bible Reading“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” Revelation 3:20 NIV Listen or Read Below “I am not sure what’s wrong with […]

A Prayer for Help and Hope When You’re Feeling Helpless By Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” – Psalm 46:1 Listen or Read Below: Have you ever felt helpless or hopeless? If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably experienced these unpleasant sentiments at many points in the past—maybe […]

A Prayer for Peace during Health ChallengesBy Heidi Vegh Bible Reading“Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” – 3 John 1:2 Listen or Read Below: It is not easy when our frail, mortal bodies start to fail. […]

A Prayer for God to Direct Your PrayersBy Christine F. Perry  Bible Reading“Father, if it is Your will, take this cup away from Me; nevertheless not My will, but Yours, be done.” – Luke 22:42 NKJV Listen or Read Below: If you have prayed for any length of time, it can feel like you’re on a mental […]

A Prayer for Comfort When Grief Feels Overwhelming By Rachel Wojo Bible Reading“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive […]

A Prayer for God to Lead Us in Voting on Election DayBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good” – Titus 3:1 Listen or Read Below: With all the controversy and issues surrounding American voting over the years, […]

A Prayer For Joy through Trials and TribulationsBy Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“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.” – Romans 8:28 Listen or Read Below: I was in awe of the joy that filled my heart through […]

Trust in Jesus and God’s sovereignty gives us hope, which sustains and lifts us up no matter the storms we must weather, worldwide or individually. Jesus is the master of all. 

A Prayer for the Marriage in Need of a SparkBy Alicia Searl Bible Reading“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” – Genesis 2:24 Listen or Read Below: The kids were finally in bed, and as my husband and I both sauntered downstairs, […]

A Prayer for Children’s Safety This HalloweenBy Vivian Bricker Bible Reading“But this is what the Lord says: ‘Yes, captives will be taken from warriors, and plunder retrieved from the fierce; I will contend with those who contend with you, and your children I will save.’” – Isaiah 49:25  Many parents are hesitant about Halloween for […]

A Prayer to Find Strength during Major Life TransitionsBy Tiffany Thibault Bible Reading“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” – Deuteronomy 31:8 As little children, we dream of the future that we want to have […]

A Prayer for Serenity and Inner Calm through Turmoil By Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“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.” – […]

A Prayer for When You Can’t Get through to Your ChildBy Victoria Riollano Bible Reading“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 Listen or Read Below: I had always heard that raising teen girls was challenging […]

A Prayer to Receive JesusBy Kyle Norman Bible Reading“‘What about you?’ Jesus asked, ‘Who do you say that I am?’  Simon Peter answered, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God’” – Matthew 16:15-16 Listen or Read Below: Have you ever Googled Jesus? If you type “Jesus” into your Google image search, you […]

A Prayer for DiscernmentBy Laura Bailey Bible Reading“So give your servant a discerning heart to govern your people and to distinguish between right and wrong. For who is able to govern this great people of yours?” – 1 Kings 3:9 NIV Listen or Read Below: I sat there, twisting my hands, my stomach in knots, […]

A Prayer to Deepen and Strengthen Your FaithBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading:“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see”–Hebrews 11:1 Listen or Read Below: What does it take to deepen and strengthen our faith? 2 Timothy 4:7 likens our faith to running a race: “I have […]

A Prayer for Transforming Worry into TrustBy Alisha Headley Bible Reading“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”. – Philippians 4:6-7 Listen or […]

A Prayer to Overcome Procrastination and LazinessBy Emma Danzey Bible Reading“He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.” – Proverbs 10:5 Listen or Read Below Hard work is hard. There is no doubt about it. Part of Adam’s curse from sinning in the […]

          In junior high, it seems nothing can be worse than a new school year and the dreaded lunch break. It is the time when your social future is seemingly decided.  You awkwardly stumble through the lunch line, heart pounding, as you receive the sloppy joe, boxed milk, and cold fries. […]

A Prayer for Navigating Financial Struggles with FaithBy Victoria Riollano Bible Reading“I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread.” – Psalm 37:25 NIV Listen or Read Below: I always grew up hearing people talk about the lucky number thirteen. As one who […]

A Prayer for Peace This Election SeasonBy Alicia Searl Bible Reading“For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.  He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.” […]

 A Prayer to Accept God’s Calling By Kyle Norman Bible ReadingAnd I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Who shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am, Send me.” – Isaiah 6:8 Listen or Read Below: When I first heard Jesus call me to be a priest, I had […]

A Prayer to Hate What God HatesBy Laura Bailey Bible Reading“There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood,   a heart that devises wicked schemes,    feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out […]

A Prayer for Finding God’s Presence in NatureBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“God saw all that He had made, and it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day” – Genesis 1:31 Listen or Read Below: All we have to do is look around at creation and be amazed. If this […]

A Prayer to Let Go of Past Regrets and Move ForwardBy Alisha Headley Bible Reading“…but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead. I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us” […]

A Prayer for What to Do When Someone You Love DiesBy Chris Eyte Bible Reading“yet we are confident and satisfied to be out of the body and at home with the Lord.” – 2 Cor. 5:8 Listen or Read Below: So I agreed to write this devotional on what to do when someone you love […]

A Prayer When the Past Tries to Define YouBy Alicia Searl Bible Reading“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Listen or Read Below: Maybe you have heard that the past doesn’t define you. I know I have been told this many […]

A Prayer to Overcoming Feelings of Loneliness  By Victoria Riollano Bible Reading“For my father and my mother have forsaken me, but the Lord will take me in.” – Psalm 27:10 Listen or Read Below My birthday ended in a pool of tears … on a day that should have been the yearly celebration of what […]

A Prayer When Clarity and Wisdom Are NeededBy Jessica Van Roekel Bible Reading“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” – James 3:17, NIV Listen or Read Below: I had grand ideas of parenting before I had children, […]

A Prayer to Make Others Comfortable By Laura Bailey  Bible Reading “Some men came, bringing to him a paralyzed man, carried by four of them.  Since they could not get him to Jesus because of the crowd, they made an opening in the roof above Jesus by digging through it and then lowered the mat the man […]

A Prayer to Discover Childlike FaithBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“And He said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven” – Matthew 18:3 Listen or Read Below: What does it mean to have childlike faith to become like little children in the kingdom […]

A Prayer for Lifted Spirits When Your World Is ChangingBy Keri Eichberger Bible Reading“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. – Psalm 16:11 Listen or Read Below: With one swift click of a mouse, my application was […]

Dating should not be taken lightly, and should only be considered after much prayer and consideration.    1. Only date when healthy.  My goodness, I can’t tell you the number of single mothers that I have counseled that moved far too quickly from a divorce or break-up into a new relationship. It’s easy to do. […]

A Prayer for Embracing God’s Purpose in Your Life By Alisha Headley Bible Reading “For I know the plans I have or you, says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for harm, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11 Listen or Read Below: We often think our purpose in life […]

A Prayer to Stay Grounded in Moments of SuccessBy Emma Danzey Bible ReadingPsalm 115:11 says, “Not to us, O Lord, not to us, but to your name give glory, for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!” Listen or Read Below: Have you encountered some incredible success lately within your career, family, education, […]

A Prayer to Release Anxiety and Embrace TrustBy Chelsey DeMatteis Bible Reading“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” – Genesis 50:20 Listen or Read Below: Last fall was a big milestone for me in my walk with Jesus. A […]

A Prayer to Cultivate a Heart of ForgivenessBy Lynette Kittle Bible Reading“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you” – Colossians 3:13 Listen or Read Below: Where does forgiveness begin? And how do we cultivate it in our lives? Is […]

A Prayer to Stay on the Path of RighteousnessBy Laura Bailey Bible Reading“Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left;  keep your foot from evil.” Proverbs 4:25-26 NIV Listen or Read Below: I stopped mid-stride, hitting the 15-second […]

Over the last several decades, our nation and the world have evolved into shocking levels of chaos.  There is so much hatred, division, persecution, injustice, starvation, devastation, hopelessness and lack of love for each other.  Never has there been a time when the Body of Christ is needed more than in these days.  The hope […]

A Prayer for the Ones Who Don’t Feel Great at Anything By Peyton Garland Bible Reading“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” – Psalm 23:6 Listen or Read Below I masquerade embarrassing mediocrity that most might mistake for success. […]

“I walked into a church at 21 years old with two children hanging from my hips, overwhelmed by the burden of life’s woes, certain I would drown from the bleeding heart I nursed. I had no money, few friends, and even less hope. The weight of my choices, my pain, my abuse, my reality, was […]

A Prayer for Discernment in Making Important DecisionsBy Kristine Brown Bible Reading“You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will receive me to glory.” – Psalm 73:24, ESV Listen or Read Below: I’ve always loved the poem, “The Road Not Taken,” by Robert Frost. The poet paints such a clear picture of what it’s […]

I’m not a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants kind of girl. I would probably not enjoy it if someone told me to hop in the car for an impromptu vacation and  said, ”we’ll figure it out as we go!” Who am I kidding? I wouldn’t even hop in the car! I like organization and planning. I like knowing what to expect. In fact, I don’t really like […]

A Prayer for Healing Physical and Emotional WoundsBy Ashley Moore  Bible Reading“Then he spit on the ground, made mud with the saliva, and spread the mud over the blind man’s eyes.” – John 9:6, NLT  Listen or Read Below: Does the story of Jesus healing the man born blind fascinate you as much as it does me? […]

A Prayer of Hope for Singles Longing for MarriageBy Lynette Kittle “He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord” – Proverbs 18:22 My parents had a June wedding on what they said was one of the hottest days of the year in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at a time […]

A Prayer for Being Enough Because you are God’s By Heidi Vegh “You created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well.” – Psalm 13-14 We live in a world that constantly tells us […]

A Prayer to Restore Healing to a Broken FriendshipBy Alicia Searl “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command.” – John 15:12-14 I got a quiet […]

A Prayer to be UnshakableBy Meg Bucher “Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshipping him with holy fear and awe. For our God is a devouring fire.” – Hebrews 12:28-29 NLT Unshakeable strength, gratitude, grace, forgiveness, acceptance, and all other human capabilities remain impossible […]

A Prayer to Keep Our Promises By Laura Bailey  “Mephibosheth bowed down and said, “What is your servant, that you should notice a dead dog like me?” – 2 Samuel 9:8 NIV. Have you ever made a promise and, with the busyness of life, unintentionally neglected to follow through? As a mother of three young girls, […]

A Prayer to Long for HeavenBy Emma Danzey “But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.” – Philippians 3:20-21 Do you […]

A Prayer to Forgive When the Other Person Is Not SorryBy Chris Eyte “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.” – Luke 15:20 Most of us are familiar with […]

A Prayer for the Next Generation to Be Amazed By GodBy Megan Evans “…After them another generation rose up who did not know the Lord or the works he had done for Israel.” – Judges 2:10b (CSB) I recall a child named Tilly, whom I taught one summer during Vacation Bible School. This sweet girl […]

A Prayer to Avoid EnvyBy Meg Bucher “Don’t envy sinners, but always continue to fear the Lord. You will be rewarded for this; your hope will not be disappointed.” – Proverbs 23:17-18, NLT Sidelined again. After years of strengthening my body and treating old injuries, I had finally been able to enjoy the thing on […]

A Prayer to Show CompassionBy Laura Bailey “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”  Colossians 3:12 NIV On Wednesday nights, we’ve been studying Ed Welch’s book “Caring For Others.” Welch’s eight principles aren’t innovative, particularly unique, or things that we, as churchgoers, don’t already know. Yet, […]

A Prayer to Be Welcoming at ChurchBy Emma Danzey “Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” – Romans 15:7 Have you ever been invited into Christian community? It is so refreshing to feel accepted and welcomed. When people go out of their way to say hi, introduce […]

A Prayer for When You Haven’t Prayed in a WhileBy Alicia Searl “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” – Psalm 145:18 How is your prayer life? I ask this question because I remember being on fire for God at the beginning of my […]

 A Prayer When it Feels Like You Don’t Have Enough Grace for the DayBy Heidi Vegh “You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You Because he trusts in You. Trust in the Lord forever, For in Yah, the Lord, is everlasting strength.” – Isaiah 26:3-4 (NKJV) Grace is such a […]

A Prayer for When Someone You Love Walks away from Their FaithBy Chris Eyte “Catch for us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom.” – Song of Songs 2:15 I remember the very last session of the year-out discipleship course that I did with a group of […]

Read a good book. This is a simple task, yet, book reading is a dying art that we don’t the time to do. Avoid the television and over-saturation of social media. Instead, use your downtime to dive into a good book. It’s calming, relaxing, and a way to improve things about your life. We strongly […]

A Prayer for When Fear Creeps InBy Alicia Searl “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” – Psalm 56:3 “I’m scared,” I whispered to my husband as we sat in the lobby of a psychologist’s office, awaiting our appointment. We were about to bear our hearts and souls to a woman we […]

A Prayer to Slow Down This SummerBy Laura Bailey “This is what I have observed to be good: that it is appropriate for a person to eat, to drink and to find satisfaction in their toilsome labor under the sun during the few days of life God has given them—for this is their lot.” – […]

A Prayer to Fight Sin TodayBy Emma Danzey “We know that our old self was crucified with him in order that the body of sin might be brought to nothing, so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.” – Romans 6:6 Do you find yourself in a losing battle with sin in your […]

A Prayer to Be on Fire for GodBy Kelly Balarie “They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” – Luke 24:32 NIV I listened to a voice memo text. I focused intently on my friend speaking, yet it […]

A Prayer for Encouragement When You’re Barely Hanging OnBy Keri Eichberger “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11 I prefaced my text with “Prayer request and long text alert,” listed a laundry list of my current struggles, and then finished with the […]

A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts to Celebrate Our Nation’s 4th of JulyBy Lynette Kittle “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” – John 8:36 America’s 4th of July holiday is all about celebrating freedom. Although many citizens may be viewing it as a reason for an extended holiday, family […]

A Prayer for GrowthBy Vivian Bricker “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen” (2 Peter 3:18). Attending a wedding many years ago, I was struck by the idea of growth in the heart of the believer. After a new […]

A Prayer of Gratefulness for Our Nation’s FreedomBy Lynette Kittle “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery” – Galatians 5:1 Even though some American citizens may not feel much gratitude for our nation in its present […]

A Prayer to Focus on God in this Distracting WorldBy Kelly Balarie “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” – Romans […]

A Prayer to Grow in HospitalityBy Megan Evans “When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13 (NLT) In today’s world, the idea of hospitality can be intimidating. So growing in this area can feel monumental if our thoughts gravitate towards the standard of decorative […]

A Prayer Asking God to Bring Repentance to Our NationBy Lynette Kittle “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up” – James 4:10 When Providence Forum Executive Director, Dr. Jerry Newcombe, was asked what America as a nation needs to bring our country to repentance, he said, “Humility. We all need to […]

A Prayer for AcceptanceBy Vivian Bricker “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will—to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us […]

A Prayer When You are Tired, Weary, and Ready to Give Up By Kelly Balarie “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God […]

A Prayer for Comfort When Your Heart is HurtingBy Keri Eichberger  “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, right? That’s what the Bible says. Well then, why didn’t I feel his closeness? I mean, I know from […]

No matter what I write over the next few moments, it won’t be enough to explain the splendor, wonder, and mystery of our God. The things I’m about to share are certainly not an exhaustive list of the majesty of our God. They are but a snippet of who He is. I don’t write to […]

A Prayer to Find Belonging When You’re Feeling AloneBy Emma Danzey “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” – Isaiah 41:10 Do you feel lonely? Have you convinced […]

A Prayer for Deciding Whether to Leave Your Current Church or StayBy Chris Eyte “Simon Peter answered, ‘You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.’Jesus replied, ‘Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. And I tell […]

A Prayer to Finish a Season of Hardship WellBy Jessica Van Roekel “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character, and character, hope.” Romans 5:3-4, NIV Life provides a variety of experiences. Some create treasured memories, like the day we attained a long-awaited goal, […]

A Prayer When Church People Reject YouBy Kelly Balarie “No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 1:8 NLT The Facebook post read: “Don’t be offended if […]

A Prayer to Trust God with Your ProblemsBy Christine Perry “Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal.” Isaiah 26:4 NIV I used to think if you followed Christ, things would be smooth sailing. After serving in ministry, I realized I was wrong. Sometimes, following the Lord means […]

A Prayer to Stop and Praise God When Things Aren’t Going Well By Ashley Moore “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18, ESV  The bad days and hard seasons trick us into thinking that we are living a bad life, don’t they? […]

A Prayer for Assurance of God’s ProtectionBy Keri Eichberger  “The LORD your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves.” – Zephaniah 3:17 I have a fear of flying. If you know me, you know this. However, it’s actually gotten leaps and bounds better over the years as I’ve leaned closer and closer to the […]

A Prayer for Turning Over Fear of Losing a Loved One By Heidi Vegh “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.” – 1 John 4:18 The thought of losing someone we love can be all-consuming. We […]

A Prayer to See through Our TearsBy Meg Bucher “When Mary arrived and saw Jesus, she fell at his feet and said, ‘Lord, if only you had been here, my brother would not have died.’When Jesus saw her weeping and saw the other people wailing with her, a deep anger welled up in him, and […]

A Prayer for When You Feel Uncertain of God’s Leading By Christine Perry “I will lead the blind by ways they have not known, along unfamiliar paths I will guide them; I will turn the darkness into light before them and make the rough places smooth. These are the things I will do; I will not […]

A Prayer to Trust God with Your Family’s SafetyBy Jessica Van Roekel “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2, NIV When my children were […]

The first day my son backed down the driveway as a driver without me in the passenger seat to guide him, I watched through the window with tears streaming down my face. Sure, there was a part of me that was excited that we had embarked on a new season, where I didn’t have to […]

A Prayer for Cancer Patients and Those Who Love ThemBy Kristine Brown “It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.” (Psalm 18:32 NIV) According to the American Association for Cancer Research, June is National Cancer Survivor Month. Now that I’m 5 years cancer-free, I find it much easier to call […]

A Prayer to Push Back Enemy AttacksBy Kelly Balarie “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” – Matthew 6:33 NIV One of the worst things in the world is opening your heart to a person who doesn’t care. Has this ever happened to […]

A Prayer to Move Position in the Battle against SinBy Chris Eyte “When David learned that Saul was plotting against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, ‘Bring the ephod.” David said, “Lord, God of Israel, your servant has heard definitely that Saul plans to come to Keilah and destroy the town on account of […]

A Prayer to Notice God’s Abundant Grace in Everyday LifeBy Kristine Brown “From his abundance we have all received one gracious blessing after another.” (John 1:16 NLT) A few weeks ago, I attended a women’s conference at a friend’s church. It had been a while since I’d enjoyed some special time just for girl friends, […]

A Prayer to Remember PeaceBy Victoria Riollano “Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” – John 14:27 Peace doesn’t always come easy. Over the last few months, there have been […]

A Prayer to Rest in God‘s Goodness When Everything is ChangingBy Keri Eichberger “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.” – Psalm 23:6 I finally found the photo I’d been looking for. It had been taken just […]

 A Prayer to Model Quiet Time for KidsBy Emily Rose Massey “Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually!” – 1 Chronicles 16:11 As I have grown older, I have gained an appreciation for early mornings. I enjoy waking up before my family, pouring a hot cup of matcha, and sitting down next […]

A Prayer to Let Go of OffenseBy Lynette Kittle “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense” – Proverbs 19:11 Doesn’t it seem like individuals are easily offended these days? Even more so, it seems like some are looking for reasons to be offended. Social media has made it […]

A Prayer for Confidence When Uncertainty, Insecurity, or Timidity HitsBy Kelly Balarie “But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.” – James 1:6 NIV The brute force of the wind, combined with hard, bulleting-down rain […]

A Prayer for When You Doubt God’s Work in Your LifeBy Christine Perry  “My Father is always at his work to this very day, and I too am working.” John 5:17b NIV Have you ever looked at your life, and it seems like nothing was happening? You read your Bible, pray, go to church, and […]

A Prayer When it Feels Like You’re Always in ConflictBy Amanda Idleman “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Phillippians 4:7 Conflict steals our peace. It’s impossible to feel at ease in your environment when tension is thick in the air. We […]

A Prayer to Look More Like Jesus TodayBy Emma Danzey “Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.” –1 John 2:6 Although we will never be perfect like Jesus, we are called to live like Jesus. This does not happen in our own efforts or intentions. […]

A Prayer for When God’s Great Things for You Feel SmallBy Chelsey DeMatteis  “So he sent for him and had him brought in. He was glowing with health and had a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the Lord said, “Rise and anoint him; this is the one.” 1 Samuel 16:12 Have you ever looked […]

A Prayer for Spending Money By Heidi Vegh “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate and love the other or be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money. – Matthew 6:24 Whether we have plenty or are in need, money can cause issues and struggles […]

A Prayer to Know You Are Enough Because You Are God’sBy Keri Eichberger “And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them.” – 1 John 4:16 “You are a really good friend,” Whitney spoke these words so […]

A Prayer of Comfort for Families Missing Their Fallen Military HeroesBy Lynette Kittle  “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants” – Psalm 116:15 Dr. Jerry Newcombe, Executive Director of Providence Forum, explains, “We are free in large part because others sacrificed on our behalf that we might be free. […]

A Prayer for Zeal When Motivation Is Lacking By Megan Evans “Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.” – Romans 12:11 ESV Has your daily walk with God ever felt sluggish? It’s frustrating to love the Lord yet lack the passion you desire in worship, devotion, and serving. Rest assured, […]

A Prayer for Intentional Friendships and Connection at a New ChurchBy Chelsey DeMatteis  “Jesus answered, ‘Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.’” – […]

A Prayer For God To Be Your Shield And Portion TodayBy Chris Eyte “When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. ‘Oh no, my lord! What shall we do?’ the servant asked. ‘Don’t be afraid,’ the […]

A Prayer for When You Feel UnlovableBy Alicia Searl “We love because he first loved us.” – John 4:19 Ever since I can remember, I have been infatuated with all things romance and sweet love. From cheesy rom-coms to over-the-top love gestures of tight hugs and jumping on my kiddos, covering them with momma smooches. […]

A Prayer for Your Child to Be Bold for the GospelBy Victoria Riollano “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” – 1 Timothy 4:12  I couldn’t believe she took so many flyers. With […]

Many of us have been there – the ache in your chest that just doesn’t seem to fade, the struggle to get out of bed in the morning, fighting back tears at the grocery store, struggling to breathe in a crowd. Many of us have experienced the overwhelming feeling of a heartbreak that leaves your chest […]

A Prayer to Find Freedom from RegretBy Lynette Kittle “Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” – 2 Corinthians 7:10 How many of us deal with heartbreaking regret over things from the past, decisions, and situations we can’t change?  Regret relentlessly taunts us, telling us […]

A Prayer to Have Hope When Life Is Not FairBy Ashley Moore  “I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, and in his word I hope…” – Psalm 130:5, ESV  The Lord redeemed me from a life of destruction. I grew up in poverty. My family struggled with mental health issues and suffered from unhealed […]

A Prayer to Believe That Nothing Is Too Hard for the LordBy Christine Perry  “Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me?” – Jeremiah 32:27 NKJV What is your impossible situation? It may be a diagnosis, a mediocre marriage, a wayward child, infertility, extended singleness, a broken […]

A Prayer to Pick Truth Over Crowd PleasingBy Megan Evans “Then Pilate said to him, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say that I am a king. For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the […]

A Prayer for Lasting PeaceBy Kristine Brown “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27 NIV) If you were to do a quick search on the internet for “how […]

A Prayer to Find Calm In God’s PresenceBy Chris Eyte “The Lord said, ‘Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about to pass by.’Then a great and powerful wind tore the mountains apart and shattered the rocks before the Lord, but the Lord was not […]

A Prayer to Hear God’s Voice over the World’s Noise By Keri Eichberger “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” (Romans 12:12) My brain felt fried. We had just wrapped an action-packed weekend with our two older daughters at their biggest tournament of the year. […]

A Morning Prayer for God to Be NearBy Lynette Kittle “But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all Your deeds” – Psalm 73:28 Does it ever feel like God is far away? Especially when going through difficult times, where […]

A Prayer When You’re Afraid to Make the Wrong Decision By Ashley Moore  “And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.” – Isaiah 30:21, ESV When I was younger, it was much easier for […]

A Prayer for Freedom from Mom Guilt This Mother’s DayBy Kristine Brown “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care.” (Matthew 10:29 NIV) On Mother’s Day, my young adult son gave me the sweetest card. He wrote a message expressing how […]

A Prayer for Parents to Praise in the Midst of a MessBy Chelsey DeMatteis “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall […]

A Prayer to Encourage Disheartened MothersBy Lynette Kittle “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem” – Isaiah 66:13 Like all moms, mine wasn’t perfect, but she loved God, she loved me, and she did the best she could while working through her own upbringing, […]

A Prayer for God to Bring You through an Exhausting Life PhaseBy Keri Eichberger “The Sovereign LORD is my strength.” – Habakkuk 3:19 “I’m tired of singing the same old ‘tired’ song,” I confessed to my friend Chelsey last week. And she wasn’t the first to hear this tune fall from my frustrated lips. I’ve […]

A Prayer to Seek Solitude with God in a Rushing WorldBy Emma Danzey “But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” – Luke 5:16 Each day we have the invitation to join a fast-paced world in running after the wind. Ecclesiastes 1:14 says, “I have seen all the things that are done under the […]

With 15 million single mothers in the United States today, it is likely that you know a single mom. Maybe you were raised by one and saw how hard she worked to make ends meet and effectively balance the demands on her time. Many of the single mothers in our lives are juggling carpool, daycare, […]

A Prayer for Peace Amid a Day of ChaosBy Alicia Searl “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” – Isaiah 26:3 My eyes batted open to see my eight-year-old standing in front of me with a huge grin, holding a bag of hair curlers, and sporting […]

<iframe src=”https://omny.fm/shows/your-daily-prayer/a-prayer-to-forgive-when-you-cannot-forget/embed” allow=”autoplay; clipboard-write” width=”100%” height=”180″ frameborder=”0″ title=”A Prayer to Forgive When You Cannot Forget”></iframe> A Prayer to Forgive When You Cannot ForgetBy Kristine Brown “This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.” – Matthew 26:28 NIV Flipping through a dusty old photo album, I […]

A Prayer to Uproot the Lies in My LifeBy Alisha Headley “Stand therefore, having girded your waist in the belt of truth …” – Ephesians 6:14 The Apostle Paul gives us a guideline in the book of Ephesians on how to guard ourselves daily against the enemy. Paul beautifully outlines the spiritual armor of God […]

A Prayer to See God’s Word as a Personal Invitation Each DayBy Emma Danzey  “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.” – Hebrews 11:6 When we have faith in Jesus, we will draw near […]

A Prayer for the Toxic People in Your LifeBy Kelly Balarie “For each one should carry their own load.” – Galatians 6:5 NIV I thought my friend and I were closer than this… Yet, this woman, whom I considered “a friend,” was now acting like a total stranger. Maybe it was because there were other […]

A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Our Nation’s National Day of PrayerBy Lynette Kittle “You, Lord, are my lamp; the Lord turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall. As for God, His way is perfect: The Lord’s word is […]

A Prayer for the Striving Soul Longing for StillnessBy Keri Eichberger “He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” – Psalm 46:10 I could hardly believe it. I’d dreamed of this moment every hour for 30 days straight since […]

“Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘Stretch out your hand toward heaven, and there will be darkness over the land of Egypt, a darkness that can be felt.’” – Exodus 10:21 We measure much of our lives by the obstacles we face. I wonder, though, what would happen if we instead measured life by God’s […]

A Prayer to Release Sinful AngerBy Emily Rose Massey “Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil an opportunity.” – Ephesians 4:26-27, NASB The other day, my husband and I got into a heated argument. We both became so angry […]

“And I was with you in weakness and in fear and much trembling, and my speech and my message were not in plausible words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, so that your faith might not rest in the wisdom of me, but in the power of God.” – 1 […]

A Prayer for When You Feel LostBy Heidi Vegh “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13.  In our technology-saturated world, there are a million and one things vying for our attention. Ads tell us what to buy, how to dress, and what to do. […]

A Prayer for a Courageous SoulBy Chelsey DeMatteis  “Nebuchadnezzar answered and said, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent his angel and delivered his servants, who trusted in him, and set aside the king’s command, and yielded up their bodies rather than serve and worship any god except their own […]

A Prayer to Help You Comfort OthersBy Jessica Van Roekel “Blessed by the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with […]

A Prayer When a Situation Seems ImpossibleBy Chris Eyte “When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, ‘Who then can be saved?’ Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”’ – Matthew 19:25-26 My wife and I held hands and stood on […]

I have been the parent that expected everything to be perfect. Let me tell you what I have learned…

A Prayer for Hope When You’re Discouraged and Drained By Keri Eichberger “Taste, and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” – Psalm 34:8 The weight felt heavier than usual. I sat numb during my morning prayer time that Sunday morning, not even sure I could muster the […]

A Prayer to Find Joy in the MundaneBy Emily Rose Massey “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit” (Romans 15:13, NASB). We welcomed our fourth child last month, and although I have been […]

A Prayer to Stop Being a Prisoner to My Own ThoughtsBy Alisha Headley “…casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ…” – 2 Corinthians 10:5 It’s been said through research that the average person thinks anywhere from 50,000-70,000 […]

A Prayer against an Anxious Heart and MindBy Chelsey DeMatteis “For it is you who light my lamp; the LORD, my God lightens my darkness.” – Psalm 18:28 I was out running errands when I felt the pang of anxiety strike. It was as if the ocean began to swell and the waves were going […]

A Prayer to Grieve with Others By Ashley Moore “What is man, that you make so much of him, and that you set your heart on him, visit him every morning and test him every moment? How long will you not look away from me, nor leave me alone till I swallow my spit? If I sin, what […]

A Prayer for the Door that Was ClosedBy Lynette Kittle “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you” – Matthew 7:7 If you’ve been around cats much, you’ve probably noticed how they don’t like closed doors. Cats can have every door […]

A Prayer for Safe TravelsBy Heidi Vegh “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” – Phil 4:6-7 God gave us a beautiful world full […]

A Prayer for the Strength to ForgiveBy Emily Rose Massey “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you” (Ephesians 4:32, ESV). I saw this quote the other day online that really moved me: “Unforgiveness is choosing to stay trapped in a jail cell of bitterness, serving time for […]

A Prayer for Patients In Hospitals And Their FamiliesBy Chris Eyte “Then the Lord said to Satan, ‘Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil. And he still maintains his integrity, though you incited me against […]

A Prayer for Unity in the Body of ChristBy Jessica Van Roekel “My brothers and sisters, some from Chloe’s household have informed me that there are quarrels among you. What I mean is this: One of you says, “I follow Paul”; another, “I follow Apollos”; another, “I follow Cephas”; still another, “I follow Christ.” Is […]

A Spiritual Warfare Prayer against the Strategies of the EnemyBy Kelly Balarie “We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” – 2 Corinthians 10:5 I saw it clear as day: a cockroach climbing up the wall! […]

A Prayer to Learn to Walk with the LordBy Dr. James Spencer “See, I have taught you statutes and rules, as the Lord my God commanded me, that you should do them in the land that you are entering to take possession of it. Keep them and do them, for that will be your wisdom […]

A Prayer for Positivity from Morning to NightBy Laura Bailey “I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” – Philippians 4:11 NIV One of my favorite quotations is from Henry Ford, who famously said, “If you think you can or if you think […]

A Prayer for a Pure Heart to See GodBy Emma Danzey “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” – Matthew 5:8 As Jesus began His longest recorded sermon, He started with the Beatitudes. Each of the eight statements says, “Blessed are…” Following the sixth beatitude is blessed are the pure in heart. What […]

Okay, full disclosure here. I struggled with the title of this article. Our children, young or older, are gifts from God. They are precious and called with a purpose. God has a plan for them, filled with purpose and hope. And we love them with every fiber of our being, so let’s just get all […]

A Prayer to Understand How Jesus Heals UsBy Chris Eyte “As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, ‘Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?’ ‘Neither this man nor his parents sinned,’ said Jesus, ‘but this happened so that the works of […]

A Prayer to Keep a Grateful HeartBy Lynette Kittle “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful” – Colossians 3:15 Having a grateful heart seems to be rare these days and at a premium to find. Social media is full […]

A Prayer for Simple DiscipleshipBy Ashley Moore “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…” – Matthew 28:19, ESV  Discipleship can seem complicated, can’t it? We often overthink mentoring others by spending too much time considering our method. We […]

A Prayer When Storms Roll In By Heidi Vegh “The Lord is God, and HE has given us light (illuminating us with His grace, freedom, and joy).” – Psalm 118:27 I often hear the word “rollercoaster” when people talk about the state of their lives. In Bible study this week, we discussed how our lives are full of […]

A Prayer for When You Don’t Feel Like ForgivingBy Laura Bailey “But Joseph replied, “Don’t be afraid of me. Am I God, that I can punish you?  You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people.” – Genesis […]

A Prayer for Doctors and NursesBy Emma Danzey “And hearing this, Jesus said to them, “It is not those who are healthy who need a physician, but those who are sick; I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” – Mark 2:17 We so often take for granted being able to breathe properly, […]

A Prayer for Choosing to Believe God Is GoodBy Brooke McGlothlin “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28 An absolute bundle of nervous energy, she sat across from me in the small counseling room, trying […]

A Prayer to See God’s Light in the DarknessBy Maggie Meadows Cooper “You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; My God turns my darkness into light.” – Psalm 18:28 NIV I sit here at my computer today, wanting to type, but not really knowing what to say. So many things and people are on my heart, […]

A Prayer for Purpose and TransformationBy Jessica Van Roekel “In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until […]

A Prayer to Celebrate Your Salvation this Easter Sunday By Lynette Kittle “Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and even though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of […]

A Prayer for Quiet Contemplation This Holy SaturdayBy Kyle Norman “The women who had come with Jesus from Galilee followed Joseph and saw the tomb and how his body was laid in it. Then they went home and prepared spices and perfumes. But they rested on the Sabbath in obedience to the commandment.” – Luke 23:55-56 […]

A Prayer of Gratitude for Jesus’ Sacrifice This Holy FridayBy Christine Perry “Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions; He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by […]

A Prayer to Humbly Serve This Maundy ThursdayBy Megan Evans “When Jesus had washed their feet and put on his outer clothing, he reclined again and said to them, ‘Do you know what I have done for you?’” – John 13:12 (ESV) Would you let Jesus wash your feet? Isn’t it hard to imagine lifting […]

A Prayer to Rest and Remember this Holy WednesdayBy Chris Eyte Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.” “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and […]

The more hurt I was, the more I wanted to run. The more I replayed the past, the more I wanted to simply stay underneath the covers and not get up in the mornings. It seemed the harder life was, the more I wanted to isolate myself from others. And life got darker….and darker…. and […]

A Prayer to Forgive and Love Like Jesus This Holy TuesdayBy Alicia Searl “Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” – Matthew 18:21-22 Granting forgiveness […]

A Prayer of Praise for the Righteousness of Jesus This Holy MondayBy Emma Danzey “And Jesus entered the temple and drove out all who sold and bought in the temple, and he overturned the tables of the money-changers and the seats of those who sold pigeons. He said to them, ‘It is written, ‘My house […]

A Prayer in Awe of Who Jesus Is This Palm SundayBy Amanda Idleman  “Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name.” – Hebrews 13:15 Life has a way of numbing us to wonder. The weight of our to-do lists, […]

A Prayer for Hope and Renewal This Easter SeasonBy Ashley Moore “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.” – Romans 15:13, ESV What comes to mind when you hear the word hope? For me, I […]

A Prayer to Thank God for the Promises of EasterBy Annie Yorty “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, […]

A Prayer for Healing and Wholeness This Easter SeasonBy Christine Perry “Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He saved them out of their distresses. He sent His Word and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.” – Psalm 107:19-20 NKJV  Have you ever asked yourself if you will ever be […]

A Prayer for Our Children to Understand the Joy of EasterBy Amanda Idleman “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.” – Romans 15:13 Easter is such a special time for our children. Spring is […]

A Prayer for Personal Reflection and Growth This Easter SeasonBy Emma Danzey Philippians 3:12 says, “Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.” Easter is a holiday that we as believers […]