A Daily Prayer

Father, what an incredible experience for the disciples to see Jesus, Moses, and Elijah in their heavenly splendor; to witness the true Kingdom of God while they lived here on earth.  Theirs was an eyewitness account but there are very special times when we, as believers, experience extraordinary manifestations of Your Heavenly Kingdom right within our own hearts.  We welcome the supernatural visitation of Your Holy Spirit to renew our spirit as we reaffirm our commitment to follow You all the days of our lives.  In the name of Your precious Son, Jesus, we pray, amen.

Father, thank You for enlisting us as Your servants in the kingdom of God here on earth.    You do not require a royal title or a seminary degree as a prerequisite in advancing Your kingdom.  You look for willing hearts whose love and commitment to Christ spill over into their words and actions in every setting in which they’re found.  May we be eager to diligently study Your Word so that we can effectively serve You in reaching others through the opportunities provided us. Thank You for the many who are faithful examples of lives that are fully yielded to Your purpose as they glorify You while influencing others for the Kingdom.  Amen.

Father, we need the prompting of Your Holy Spirit to keep us in check regarding our conduct toward others.  May we not dismiss our improper behavior by blaming it on our upbringing or make up other excuses.  Instead we take responsibility for our behavior as we want to glorify you and be a blessing to others. Would You help us to love people as we want to be loved.  Help us to give the benefit of the doubt as we want others to give us.  Help us to be quick to forgive and slow to anger.  May we treat others in the same way that we ourselves want to be treated.  In the name of Jesus we pray, amen.

Lord, lay some soul upon my heart and love that soul through me.  If  encouragement is needed, then encourage through me.  If  a warm touch is needed, then touch through me.  If a prayer is needed, then pray through me Lord Jesus.  Help me to see those whom others might overlook.  I want to represent You, Jesus, and have a heart of compassion toward others.  Amen.

Father, we are confronted with deception on many fronts every day, so much so, that we can be deceived without even realizing it.  Would You help us to watch out and be on our guard so that we are not deceived by man’s words, no matter how convincing they are, how charming their personality, or how cunning their craft.  Help us not to fall for Satan’s deceptive tactics that have brought down believers throughout the church age.  We seek You for strength and discipline.  We search the Scriptures for discernment and the true revelation of who Jesus is; the Son of the Living God.  It is in His name that we pray, Amen.

Father, as Your children we need to regularly examine our hearts to see if there are things, pursuits, or attitudes that are drawing us away from Your heart and thrusting us once again into the mindset of the world.  Our heart’s examinations are not intended to condemn us but to refresh our spirit and remind us of our godly heritage.  Father, since You know our hearts more than we do ourselves, reveal to us that which helps and that which hinders our Christian walk.   As we walk in obedience to You we’re grateful for the peace and rest we receive in knowing that You do not condemn us but deliver mercy to help us in our time of need.  You do not stand over us in judgment, but You walk alongside us assuring us of Your unwavering love and unending mercy that will see us through on this side of the journey.  

Father, help our ears to be alert, our eyes to be open, and our hearts perceptive as we follow in Your ways.  May we be eager to hear Your teaching and apply it to our lives so that we may be found blameless before You and experience the joy You give to those who follow Your commands.  When Your meaning is clear help us to seek no other meaning to satisfy our own desires or to change the clear meaning of Your message.  Align our desires with Your own, that we might find genuine peace and wholehearted obedience as You bring spiritual healing to our lives.  In Jesus’ name we pray.  Amen.

Lord today I cry out to You.  I am so thankful that You hear me regardless of where I may be crying out from or what situation I am in.  At times my heart does grow faint and I am overwhelmed.  I ask you to lead me to the Rock that is higher than I.   Amen.

Father, Your Word I have hidden in my heart that I might not sin against You; for it teaches me to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly before You.  Even when it brings about hurtful circumstances help me to do the right thing in keeping with the Christ-filled nature I received upon the day of my salvation.  May I not be found lacking in integrity but rather be characterized by my integrity as it honors my Father in heaven.  In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.