In moments of despair cling to God

“I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.”

Psalms 63:8 NLT

Lord when I have nothing on this earth, I am comforted to know you hold me strong and you never leave my side in the moments of my despair 

Giving up the old to experience the new

“My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”

Galatians 2:20 NLT

Lord thank you for living within me, for your ultimate sacrifice and most importantly the love that you show. Help me walk a path that honors you daily 

A child of God

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” 1 John 3:1

 

Lord I am grateful to be a child of God and if people cannot accept me for who I am then my prayer is that they learn to accept you as they see my walk with you as my guiding principle. Walking with God was never promised as an easy journey but he promised to never leave my side 

Secure love

“Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.”

Proverbs 20:28 NLT

Lord thank you for reminding me that love is secure. Thank you for teaching me that love will protect and bring healing 

The Lord says you are worth the sacrifice and he holds all the glory

“But you, O LORD, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.”

Psalms 3:3 NLT

Lord thank you for reminding me of my worth each day! Thank you for reminding me that your sacrifice was made for your worthy people and you wouldn't have sacrificed your son's life if you didn't believe I am worth every bit that you say i am worth. Jesus's blood covers us because he believes we are worth it 

Allow wisdom to penetrate your heart

“I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. My child, pay attention to what I say. Listen carefully to my words. Don’t lose sight of them. Let them penetrate deep into your heart,

Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”

Proverbs 4:11, 20-21, 23 NLT

Lord allow your wisdom to penetrate my heart and guide me down a straight path that leads to you. Help me see what I have been blinded to for so long 

Full life with common sense

“My child, don’t lose sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them, for they will refresh your soul. They are like jewels on a necklace.”

Proverbs 3:21-22 NLT

Lord remind me that common sense should not be taken for granted but rather embraced to produce a full life 

Being loyal and kind

“Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart.”

Proverbs 3:3 NLT

Lord teach me the value of being loyal and instill in me a kind heart to share live with others. I know often times I don't demonstrate these traits but help me live them out each day 

The Lord is Compassionate

“The LORD is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.”

Psalms 103:8 NLT

Thank you Lord for willing to always correct me in a gentle way when I least deserve it 

Put your faith in only eternal things

“For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. You rule throughout all generations. The LORD always keeps his promises; he is gracious in all he does.”

Psalms 145:13 NLT

Lord help me seek the things that last forever.....help me recognize the things and the lives of this world are only temporary and I should put my faith in only eternal things!!! You Lord are eternal...my faith and hope are in you 

The Lord will bring you out of anything

“For the glory of your name, O LORD, preserve my life. Because of your faithfulness, bring me out of this distress.”

Psalms 143:11 NLT

Lord I know there will be days that feel overwhelmingly. There will be days I feel like giving up, but remind me why I am strong enough to make it through....it's because you'll never leave my side, even in the lowest moments 

Give yourself to God and trust him in all things

“Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.”

Psalms 143:8 NLT

Lord I want to put all my trust in you! I want to know that you'll guide all my steps. Help me see past my failures and allow myself to be directed by you 

Holy Spirit speak to me

“Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.”

Psalms 143:10 NLT

Lord I want to follow your ways, allow your Spirit speak to me when I find myself lost and confused! Show me there is a better way to doing life, rather than not having a purpose 

Prayers are being heard

“I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.”

Psalms 17:6 NLT

Sometimes Lord I often wonder if you hear my voices in the sea of many voices. Remind me each day that every whisper matters to you. Remind me that you hear every prayer spoken from our lips. 

Having a heart protected by God

“God is my shield, saving those whose hearts are true and right.”

Psalms 7:10 NLT

Lord allow your protection to block my heart from allowing anything that does not come from you to enter! Give me a heart true to your Word

Seek God's help

“The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God’s help be encouraged.”

Psalms 69:32 NLT

To have understanding and God's spiritual wisdom

“ We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding.”

Colossians 1:9 NLT

Lord our prayer is to understand you deeply, to meditate on your wisdom and follow your ways. Help me as my human flesh would rather follow my own path instead of turning to you for every moment of my life 

Only one name to be worshipped

“And the LORD will be king over all the earth. On that day there will be one LORD —his name alone will be worshiped.”

Zechariah 14:9 NLT

Lord there is no other name than yours! There is healing power, strength and love that comes from your name. I want to honor your name by my actions. 

God will overpower any guilt or shame

“Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.”

Psalms 34:5 NLT

Trust the Lord as he overpowers the wicked and as be brings joy into your life. Don't take for granted how his love will over shadow any guilt or shame for past mistakes. Be thankful that his blood has this healing power 

Trusting God in all his truths

“For the word of the LORD holds true, and we can trust everything he does.”

Psalms 33:4 NLT

Lord thank you for your truths, thank you for your guiding light. Help us see that we can trust you in all things 

Use your words to encourage others

“Wise words satisfy like a good meal; the right words bring satisfaction.”

Proverbs 18:20 NLT

Lord help me to use the right words as I interact with people today! Help me to bring encouragement throughout the day 

There is no separation of God's love

“And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love.”

Romans 8:38 NLT

I am encouraged Lord of your promise to never separate from your Love. I want to seek you in all things! 

Proclaim God's greatness

“Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.”

Psalms 105:1 NLT

God remind me to proclaim your greatness even during my time struggle. Help me see past each obstacle and know that you are always in charge