Common Worship: Morning And Evening Prayer

Are you looking to take your spirituality to the next level? One of the best methods to achieve this is to develop a daily prayer practice.

Consider it your spiritual exercise, similar to as you workout to keep in shape. an everyday prayer routine will keep your soul strong and connected to the divine.

The most difficult aspect of praying is making it a constant part of our daily life. But with a little amount of planning and effort it is possible to create a prayer routine that works for you and your time. And the most appealing part is that you can customize it to match your own personality and your spiritual beliefs.

It’s true that life can be busy and it’s easy to let prayers slide off the list of priorities. Like everything else that’s worth having, it requires commitment and discipline. This is where the creation of an effective prayer schedule comes in. It provides structure and accountability to ensure we’re connected to God on a regularly.

How do you get started? The first step is to figure out the time of day that is the most suitable time to pray. Some prefer to begin their day with prayer while others find it easier to pray before going to going to bed. Experiment and see what works best for you.

Once you’ve identified the ideal time for prayer then you can begin to establish a routine. Here’s an illustration of a typical daily routine for prayer in the morning:

Begin by talking to God and asking for his blessing while you read and pray.

Go through a section of the Bible and then meditate on it for a while. This can be done by reading the passage three to four times, or listing everything it reveals about yourself, the examples you can follow, instructions to obey , or promises to make.

Structure your prayer by offering adoration, confession as well as petition and thanksgiving. Prayerfully address your immediate needs and worries, and take time to enjoy God’s presence.

The best thing about the prayer time routine is that it’s customizable to fit your needs. Some people may only have some minutes while others might be able to devote a whole hour or more. The trick is that you make this a regular part of your daily routine. And if you miss one or two days do not fret! You can get back on track the next day.

The practice of daily prayer is a great way to start your new year off with a new feeling of purpose and connection with the divine. It’s a powerful way to begin your day by placing your attention upon the Lord and aligning your thoughts and actions to His plans.

Another method to improve your prayer practice is to make it more interactive. Instead of reciting the words, try to engage with God on a deeper level. Use your imagination and try to visualize the scenes in the Bible. You can try to imagine the feelings of these characters, and put yourself in their shoes. This makes your time of prayer more meaningful and personal.

It is also possible to incorporate different forms in your prayer daily routine. For instance, you can try silent prayers, contemplative prayers, or even journaling your prayers. This will keep your prayer routine from becoming repetitive and provide variety to your spiritual routine.

One of the most effective ways to stay focused and in line with your daily prayers is sharing the practice with others. Find an accountability partner either a close friend or family member who will check on you regularly and help you to keep to your daily routine. They may even join you in prayers and share their own experiences.

The goal of daily prayer is to deepen your relationship with God and ensure that your actions and thoughts are in line with His will. It’s not about achieving perfection or following the strict guidelines, but rather being consistent and deliberate in your spiritual life. Take the time to find a prayer routine that works for you and make it a priority in your daily life. You’ll be amazed at how much difference it makes on your spiritual growth and overall health.

After we’ve completed that, let’s check out some of our most-loved daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

God, I’m exhausted and don’t know what time this “race” will end in my life. I feel like I’ve been running for years trying to beat this trial. Help me not try to beat my pain and instead run with endurance the race that you have set for me. I am confident that because of you I am ultimately a victor over the trials throughout my journey. I am confident that nothing in this world could ever be able to separate me from your eternal love. I ask you to show me a bit of your unconditional love and give me the courage to face this challenge. Thanks for the devotion for me that never ends! Also, thank you for the crown of joy that awaits me forever within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, grant me amazing courage as I journey through this day. When I am tempted to quit, help me to keep going. Give me a positive outlook in the event that things do not go my way. And give me the courage to do whatever needs to be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

– Dr. Ray Pritchard

3. Prayer to Seek God Each Day

Father, Praise God for the sky and sun, for they both give us the new day’s challenges and opportunity to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us life is not always easy, but you don’t have to carry the pain into the next day. Forgive us for dwelling in the past and keeping grudges. Bless our hearts to be held back by nothing as we seek You each day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Meg Bucher

4. A Daily Prayer of Rejoice

Father, thank you for intervening in my life and allowing me to have the privilege of a relationship with you. Thank you for the love you have for me now and for the rest of my life. Thank for the blessings that you’ve bestowed to myself and my entire family. Let us make use of those blessings to be a blessing to others. May I live a life filled with joy when I see you at work in my life today! In Jesus the name of Jesus. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. To receive guidance by the Holy Spirit

Lord, I pray you to be able to move the Spirit more boldly throughout my daily life. I am aware that any sin can grieve and weaken the Spirit’s voice. Spirit and I pray not to fall prey to sin. Help me crave your Presence more often than I want sin. Help me grow in the fruit from the Spirit and so walk closer with Yourself. I pray for guidance from Your Spirit. Let your promises and wills always be a constant reminder of my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, thank you for your abundant grace that is abounds. We thank you that we don’t have to earn a drop from the great flow of grace that flows unreservedly to us right now. Thanks for this unexpected and undeserved favor you’ve bestowed on my life. Help me put myself in the direction of your grace and love. Help me to not forget the things I must do to attend to you on a regular basis and take a drink of the waters of life. Thank you for your rich love. Amen. – David Mathis

7. A Prayer to Love the Life You Have

God Help me to love the life I live right now. Show me the good things that I tend to overlook and help me to be happy with my life. Let me be forgiven when I judge myself against other people, and forgive me for longing for things that aren’t in your kingdom. I thank you that You love me exactly where I am, just as I am. Help me keep my focus towards you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

As I get ready for the day, remind me that I belong to you and that my goal is to live in accordance with your will. Help me keep my feet from sliding and my thoughts from drifting to distractions that can take precious time and energy away from the most important things you have designed for me. I’m proud to be your child, Lord. I’m grateful for the sacrifice you made for me, rising to greet me each new day, so that each day could be filled with the wonder of the love you have for me, the freedom of your Spirit and the delight of being a part of your family. – Rebecca Barlow Jordan

9. A Prayer for a Heavy Heart

Father My heart is heavy. I feel as if I’m having to carry this burden by myself. Words like overwhelmed, distraught exhausted and frightened are the words that describe my current state. I am not sure how to let you take on my burden Please show me how. Take it from me. Allow me to rest and become revived to ensure that my heart doesn’t be so heavy in the morning. In Jesus the name of Jesus. Amen. – Ron Moore

10. To Focus on God’s Voice

Father, I need to be heard from you. Today I am making a commitment to start having an hour of silence each day. I will be attentive to Your voice above all of the other voices in my life. Lord, teach me to focus my attention on You, and help me to follow what I hear You say. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland

11. Rely on God Today

Lord, we today ask to continue to work with Your Holy Spirit in our lives. Lord, it is easy for us to be obsessed with the anxieties that take over our lives However, we are aware that just as Your eyes is indeed upon the sparrows, so too are You concerned for and see us.

Help us today to be more reliant on Your help today. Help us gain a better awareness of Your ways of working, so that we may gain a greater understanding that what we see with our eyes is not what it is. Today we ask for eyes that can see Your hand in all things and hearts that are open to Your will. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer: Walk with God

Dear Lord, I Love You. Everything I’ve written above is the love from my soul. I admit that at times my actions and my reactions betray my love for You. Please forgive me. Thanks for your forgiveness which allows you to see this day as an opportunity to walk closer with You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

Dear Lord, help me to remember the difference to make spending time for You an absolute priority in my morning. Awaken me in body and spirit each morning with the desire for a time of fellowship with You and to be able to hear Your affirmations, confidence and wisdom over my heart as I get ready to begin my day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Traci Miles

“If any of your lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” James 1:5

14.. A Simple Morning Prayer

God Please illuminate my eyes with truth, inflame my soul with passion and inspire my spirit by courage, and fill my life with service. Forgive me for what I’ve done and sanctify who I am, and establish what I shall be. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, I thank you for all the ways you’ve blessed my life particularly with this job that pays my bills and puts food on my table. Thank you that ALL work is important because work is good. Help me bring you glory today, through my actions my words, and through the good job I do to improve the order in my little corner of the world. Help me to see my work as a blessing, not as a curse. Help me to have strength and grace for the toughest aspects of my job. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. – Renee Davis

16. A Morning Prayer for Cares and Concerns

My Father who is in Heaven, so much in my world is badly broken. I have so many concerns and concerns, and they weigh me down. While I desire to cast my cares upon You, I I usually pick them back up, and they only add additional stress and anxiety. Help me to place my burdens upon You while I discover what it means to be at peace and trust You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

God, allow me to hear your voice saying, “I am your hope” over all the other voices. Lord, your word says that you are the only hope for hopeless so I’m running to you with both hands extended and holding onto you. Fill me up with hope and give me an actual reminder that today hope is an unbreakable eternal lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God You know the things in my life that I barely dare to hope for. Today, I offer them to you, I trust them to you, and I ask you to do so because I know that you can do more than I can ever guess, imagine or request in wildest dreams (Eph 3:20). God I am your faith and I trust in you. Amen. – Wendy can Eyck

18. Courage for the Day Ahead

God, I want to believe in the fact that you’re with me and that I’m loved and respected by you… However, there are days when it’s not easy. Help me speak the truth from your Word back to myself. Let it flow from my head towards my heart. I ask you to give me peace and the courage to be the conqueror because you’ve already given me victory over every challenge and obstacle. Amen. – Amy Green

19. For a God-Honoring Work Day

Establish the work of my hands by helping me to be productive and patient, focused and observant. Refrain me from distractions and technology hindering my work , instead of aiding it. May your Spirit lead me in my work and help me to be joyful, creative, and worshipful-constantly reminding me of your love and that you’re the reason I have breath in my lungs. Help me align my work, family and church activities, as well as rest in a manner which will increase your glory and let me bear the most fruit to further your kingdom.

And as I work, I will keep my eyes on Jesus and his task on his cross, which provided me with treasures I couldn’t earn, peace that I could not otherwise have, and a vivacious hope that will fuel me to strive for God’s glory. God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God bless you everyone!

Are you ready to take your spiritual life to the highest level? One of the most effective methods to achieve this is to develop a daily prayer routine.

Imagine it as your spiritual workout, just as you go to the gym to stay in shape, an everyday prayer routine keeps your soul healthy and in tune with the divine.

The most challenging part of praying is to make it a regular element of our daily life. With a time and planning you can develop a prayer routine that works for you and your schedule. And the best part is, you can customize the ritual to suit your personal preferences and spiritual tradition.

Let’s be real, life can be hectic and it’s easy to let prayers slide off the priority list. Like everything else worth having, it requires effort and discipline. That’s where developing the habit of praying comes into. It helps us establish a structure and accountability to ensure that we’re in contact with God on a a regular basis.

How do you begin? First, you must determine what time of day works best for you to pray. Some people prefer to start their day with prayer, while others find it easier to pray at night before getting to bed. Experiment and see what works best for you.

After you’ve decided on the most appropriate time for prayer then you can begin to establish a routine. Here’s an example of a daily pattern for prayer in the morning:

Begin by talking to God to ask for his presence while you read and pray.

Read a passage from the Bible and then meditate on it for a while. This can be done by reading it three to four times or by listing everything it reveals about yourself, or guidelines to obey or promises to keep.

Structure your prayer by making confession, adoration prayer, thanksgiving, and petition. Prayerfully address your needs and pressing concerns, and take time to enjoy God’s presence.

The beauty of a prayer routine is that it is customizable to suit your needs. Some people may only have a few minutes to spare and others could have an hour or more. The trick is to make it a regular part of your daily routine. If you fall off one or two days Don’t be concerned! You can get back on track the following day.

An everyday prayer practice is a wonderful opportunity to begin your new year off with a renewed feeling of purpose and connection with the divine. It’s a powerful method to begin your day by keeping your eyes upon the Lord and making sure that your actions and thoughts are aligned to His plans.

Another way to increase your prayer practice is to enhance it by making it more engaging. Instead of simply reciting words, you should try to connect with God in a deeper way. Try using your imagination to imagine the scenes that are described by the Bible. Try to feel the emotions of the characters, and put yourself in their shoes. This makes your time of prayer more personal and meaningful.

You can also try incorporating different types of prayer into your daily routine. For example, try silent prayer, contemplative prayer, or even journaling your prayers. This will keep your prayer practice from becoming monotonous and add variety to your spiritual routine.

One of the most effective ways to stay focused and in line with your daily prayer routine is sharing your practice with other people. Find a accountability partner, a friend or family member who will check in with you and help you to keep to your schedule. They could even be a part of your prayer and share their own experiences.

Rememberthat the purpose of daily prayer is to deepen your relationship with God and align your thoughts and actions to His plan. It’s not about perfection or following a strict set of rules, it’s about being deliberate and consistent in your spiritual life. So, take the time to discover a prayer practice that works for you and set it as a priority within your everyday life. You’ll be amazed by the difference it can make for your spiritual development and overall health.

After we’ve gone through that lets take a look at some of our most-loved daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

God, I’m tired and don’t know what time my “race” will end in my life. I feel like I’ve been running for years trying to conquer this trial. Help me quit trying to run away from my pain, and instead race with endurance the race you have set before me. I know that because of you, I will ultimately be an ace over the struggles that I face in life. I am confident that nothing in this world could ever keep me from your unwavering love. Please show me some of your unconditional love today. Give me the courage to face this test. Thanks for the unconditional love for me that never ends! Thank to you the chance of happiness which awaits me for eternity within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, grant me winsome courage as I go through my day. When I’m tempted quit, help me persevere. Help me keep a positive attitude when things don’t go as planned. And give me the courage to do whatever needs to be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

– Dr. Ray Pritchard

3. Prayer to Seek God Each Day

Father, Praise God for the sky and sun, because both remind us of an exciting new day and chance to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us the journey isn’t all easy. But, it is important to remember that we don’t have to carry the pain into each new day. We are sorry for focusing on the past and keeping grudges. Bless our hearts to be unhindered by anything when we seek You every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Meg Bucher

4. A Daily Prayer of Rejoice

Father Thank you for being a part of the story within my personal life, and for allowing me the opportunity to establish a a personal relationship with God. Thank you for allowing me to have a personal relationship with. Thank you for your unconditional love for me today and forever. Thank you for the blessings you’ve bestowed to myself and my entire family. Help us use those blessings to help others. Let me live a life of true joy as I witness you working in my life today! In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. for guidance from the Holy Spirit

Lord, I ask you would influence the Spirit more powerfully in my life. I am aware that every sin could irritate and weaken the voice of the Spirit and I ask against the temptation to commit sin. Help me to seek Your presence more than I crave sin. Help me to grow in the fruits that comes from your Spirit and walk in closer with Yourself. I ask for direction from your Spirit- let your word and promise always be a source of meditation for my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, we thank you for your abundant grace that is abounds. We thank you that we don’t have to earn a single drop of the powerful flow of mercy that flows in abundance for us today. Thank you for the unexpected and undeserved favor you’ve bestowed on my life. Help me put myself in the direction of your grace and love. Help me to keep the discipline I must attend to you on a regular basis and to get a drink from the well of life. Thank you for your rich love. Amen. – David Mathis

7. A Prayer to Love the Life You Have

God, help me love my life right now. Help me see the positive things that I tend to overlook and help me feel content with my life. Please forgive me when I think I am comparing myself to other people, and forgive me for longing for things that aren’t in your kingdom. Thank you for loving me exactly where I am, just where I am. Help me keep my focus towards you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

When I begin my day, help me remember that I belong to you, and my desire is to act accordingly. Keep my feet from stumbling and my thoughts from drifting into distractions that may steal precious time and energy away from the most important things you have designed for me. I am proud to be your child Lord. I’m grateful that you gave your life for me — rising to greet me each new day, so that each day would become filled with the wonder of your love, the freedom of your Spirit, and the joy of knowing that you are with me. – Rebecca Barlow Jordan

9. A Prayer for a Heavy Heart

Father I am so sad and burdened. I feel like I have to carry the burden alone. Words like overwhelmed, distraught, exhausted seem to describe the state I’m in. I am not sure how to allow you to take on my burden Please help me understand. Take it from me. I’m going to rest and be revived to ensure that my heart doesn’t be as heavy in the morning. In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

10. To Focus on God’s Voice

Father, I must listen to You. Today I take the pledge to begin an hour of silence each day. I will listen for Your voice above all of the other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how to focus my life around You, and help me to follow what I hear You say. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland

11. Rely on God Today

Lord, today we pray to continue to work with Your Holy Spirit in our lives. Lord, it is easy for us to become overwhelmed by the worries that surround us in life, but we know that just as Your gaze is focused upon the sparrows, so too do You care for and see us.

Help us today to be more dependent on Your help today. Bring us into a greater understanding of the way You work in order that we be able to understand that everything that we see in our natural eyes is not what it is. We ask today for eyes that can see Your hand in all matters, and hearts open to Your work. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer: Walk with God

Dear Lord, I am in love with You. Everything I’ve written above is the love of my heart. I acknowledge that there are times when my actions and reactions betray my devotion to You. Please forgive me. Thank You for Your forgiveness that allows me to see the new day as an opportunity to be closer to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

Dear Lord, help me to remember how much difference it makes in my life when I spend time with You an absolute priority in my morning. Bring me back to the body and in my spirit every day with a desire to meet with You and listen to You speak words of affirmation, assurance, and wisdom to my heart as I get ready to go into my day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Traci Miles

“If any of your lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” James 1:5

14.. A Simple Morning Prayer

God I pray that you will illuminate my eyes with truth, inflame my soul with passion I want to be inspired by your love, and with courage, enrich my life through service. Please forgive me for the things I’ve done, sanctify what I am, and order the way I will be. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, thank for all the ways you’ve blessed my life particularly with this job that provides me with a paycheck and food on my table. Thank you that ALL work is important because the work you do is rewarding. Let me show you my glory today, through my actions my words, and through the good efforts I make to bring order to my tiny corner of the world. Help me view my work as a blessing instead of an affront. Give me grace and strength for the hardest aspects of my work. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. – Renee Davis

16. A Morning Prayer for Cares and Concerns

My Father who is in Heaven, so much in my world is badly broken. I am overwhelmed with worries and cares that burden me. While I desire to place my burdens on You, I find I usually pick them back up again and they cause additional stress and anxiety. Help me to place my burdens on You as I learn what it means to be at peace and trust in You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

Help me, Lord to hear you say, “I am your hope” over the many other voices. Lord, according to your word, you are the hope for hopeless therefore I’m running to you with both my hands extended and holding your hand. Bring me back to optimism and provide me with an actual reminder today that hope is an unbreakable spiritual lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God knows those things in my life that I am unable to even imagine wishing for, today I give these things to you. I trust them to you, and I ask you to do so because I know that you can accomplish more than I could think, imagine, or even imagine in the wildest of dreams (Eph 3:20). God You are my hope and I trust you. Amen. – Wendy can Eyck

18. Courage for the Day Ahead

God, I want to believe that you’re there with me and that I’m known and loved by you… However, sometimes, it’s difficult. Help me speak the truth of your Word back to myself. Take it from my mind into my soul. Give me peace and wisdom confidence to live as an awe-inspiring warrior – for you’ve already given me victory over every obstacle and hurdle. Amen. – Amy Green

19. For a God-Honoring Work Day

Make my work easier on my hands by helping me be productive, patient, focused, and sharp. Refrain me from distractions and technology slowing my work rather than helping it. May your Spirit lead me in my work and help me to be joyful, creative, and worshipful-constantly reminding me of your love and that you’re the reason I have breath in my lungs. Help me to integrate my work, family and church activities, as well as rest in a way that would maximize your glory , and allow me to be the best fruitful to further your kingdom.

And as I work, I will keep my attention at Jesus and his final task on his cross which gave me treasure that I could not earn, rest that I would not normally be able to experience, and a new hope that will fuel me to work for God’s glory. God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God Bless you all!