Are you ready to take your spiritual life to the highest level? One of the best ways to accomplish this is by developing a daily prayer habit.
Consider it your spiritual workout, just as you workout to stay fit, regular prayer will keep your soul strong and in tune with the divine.
The most challenging aspect of prayer is to make it a regular part of our daily lives. However, with a time and planning, you can create a prayer routine that works for you and your time. And the most appealing part is that you get to customize it to match your own personality and spiritual tradition.
Let’s be real, life can be busy and it’s easy for prayer to slip down on the list of priorities. Like everything else worth having, it takes commitment and discipline. This is where the creation of the habit of praying comes into. It provides structure and accountability to make sure we are connected to God on a a regular basis.
How do you begin? First, you must determine 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 at night before bed. Experiment and see which method works best for you.
After you’ve decided on the most appropriate time to pray You can begin to build your routine. Here’s an illustration of a typical daily routine for morning prayer:
Begin by addressing God to ask for his help while you read and pray.
Go through a section of the Bible and reflect on it. It can be done by reading it three or four times or by listing everything it reveals about yourself, or guidelines to obey or promises to make.
Structure your prayer by praying for adoration, confession prayer, thanksgiving, and petition. Make a prayer for your urgent needs and concerns and then take time to enjoy God’s presence.
The beauty of praying is that it can be adapted to suit your needs. For some, you may have only some minutes, while others may be able to devote a whole hours or longer. It’s important to make it a consistent part of your routine. If you don’t make it through a day or two do not fret! Just get back on track the following day.
The practice of daily prayer is a wonderful method to begin this new year feeling a fresh feeling of purpose and spiritual connection with God. It’s a powerful method to begin your day by keeping your eyes on the Lord and aligning your thoughts and actions to His plans.
Another way to increase your prayer practice is to enhance it by making it more engaging. Instead of just reciting words, you should try to connect with God in a deeper way. Make use of your imagination and try to visualize the scenes by the Bible. Try to feel the emotions of the characters, and put yourself in their position. This makes your time of prayer more meaningful and personal.
You can also try incorporating different forms in your prayer daily routine. For example, try silent prayer, contemplative prayer or even writing down your prayers. This will keep your prayer practice from becoming boring and will add the variety you need to your spiritual practice.
One of the most effective methods to keep yourself motivated and on track with your daily prayer routine is sharing it with others. Find a partner in accountability, a friend or family member who will be checking in with you and encourage you to keep to your routine. They may even join you in prayer and share their own experiences.
Rememberthat the purpose of a regular prayer routine is to deepen your relationship with God and align your thoughts and actions in accordance with His plans. It’s not about achieving perfection or adhering to an unwritten set of guidelines, but rather being consistent and deliberate in your spiritual life. Take the time to find a prayer routine that is a good fit 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 well-being.
We have now been through that let’s look at some of our favorite daily prayers:
1. A Morning Prayer for Strength
Lord, I am tired and don’t know when the “race” will end in my life. I feel as if I’ve run for ages trying to conquer this obstacle. Help me to stop trying to outrun my pain, and instead race with endurance the race you have laid out for me. I know that thanks to you, I will be an ace over the struggles in my life. I am certain that nothing will ever be able to be able to separate me from your eternal love. Please give me a measure of your love and give me the strength to endure this trial. Thanks for the love for me that never ends! Also, thank me for your crown of joy that I will enjoy forever within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers
2. A Morning Prayer for Courage
Lord, grant me tenacious winsome courage as I go through the day. When I am tempted to give up, assist me keep going. Grant me a cheerful spirit when things don’t go my way. Give me the confidence to take action when it is needed to be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
– Dr. Ray Pritchard
3. Prayer to Seek God Each Day
Father, Praise You for the sky and the sun, for they both give us a new day’s challenge and opportunity to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us that it’s not all easy. But, it is important to remember we don’t need to carry the burden to each day. Please forgive us for dwelling in the past and holding onto grudges. We thank You for allowing our hearts to be unhindered by anything as we seek You each day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Meg Bucher
4. A Daily Prayer of Rejoice
Father Thank you for being a part of the story in my life and allowing me to enjoy a an intimate relationship with Father, thank you for your intervention and allowing me to be a part of your family. Thank you for the love you have for me today and forever. Thank you for the blessings you’ve provided me and my family. Let us make use of those blessings to be a blessing to others. Let me live a life filled with joy when I see you at work around me today! In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore
5. To receive guidance From the Holy Spirit
Lord, I pray you to be able to move the Spirit more powerfully throughout my daily life. I am aware that every sin could irritate and diminish the spirit of the Spirit and I pray not to fall prey to commit sin. Help me to crave Your presence more than I crave sin. Help me to grow in the fruits that comes from your Spirit and then walk more closely with Yourself. I ask for direction 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 God for your abundance grace, abundant grace. Thank you that we do not have to earn a single drop of the powerful stream of grace 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 path of your love and grace. Help me not neglect the disciplines I need to attend to you on a regular basis and drink from the water 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 overlook, and help me be content with the things I have. Forgive me when I think I am comparing myself to other people, and forgive me for seeking things that aren’t in your kingdom. Thank you for loving me right where I am, just as I am. Help me keep my focus on you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz
8. Prayer Against Distractions Today
As I start this day, help me remember that I am a part of you, and my desire is to act accordingly. Keep my feet from stumbling and my mind from wandering to distractions that can take precious energy and time from the most important tasks you have planned for me. I’m so proud to be your child, Lord. I’m grateful that you died for me–rising again on your own new day, so that each day could have the joy of your love, the joy 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 as if I’m having to carry this burden by myself. Words like overwhelmed, devastated exhausted and frightened are the words that describe my current state. I’m not sure how I can let you take on my burden, so please let me know how. I’ll take it away. I’m going to rest and be refreshed so that my heart will not be as heavy the next morning. In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore
10. To Focus on God’s Voice
Father, I must be heard from you. Today I am making a commitment to start having a quiet time each day. I will seek Your voice above all of the other voices that surround me. Lord, teach me how to focus my attention on You and help me obey the words You speak to me. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland
11. Rely on God Today
Lord, we today ask to continue to work with Your Holy Spirit to be present in our lives. Lord, it can be easy for us to become overwhelmed by the worries which surround us, but we know that just as Your eyes is indeed on the sparrow, so also do You look after and watch over us.
We can learn today to be more reliant on Your help today. Bring us into a greater awareness of Your ways of working in order that we be able to understand that everything that we see in our natural eyes isn’t all there is. We ask today for eyes that can see Your hand in all things and hearts to be open to Your mission. Amen. – Callie Logan
12. Morning Prayer to walk with God
Dear Lord, I love You. All that I’ve expressed above is the love of my heart. I admit that at times my actions and reactions betray my love for You. I ask for forgiveness. I thank You for the grace that allows me to see this new day as an opportunity to be closer to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst
13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance
God of my life, please help me to remember the difference when I make time for You my first priority in the morning. Awaken me in both my body and spirit every daily with an eagerness for a time of fellowship with You and listen to You speak words of affirmation, faith and wisdom over my heart as I prepare 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 I pray that you will illuminate my eyes with the truth, ignite my heart with compassion I want to be inspired by your love, and by courage, and fill my life through service. Pardon what I have been, sanctify what I am, and order my future. Amen – Author Unknown
15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead
Father, I thank you for all the ways you’ve blessed my life especially through this job which helps me pay my bills and puts food on the table. Thank you for the fact that ALL work is important because work is beneficial. Help me bring you glory by my actions, my words, by the work I do to improve the order in my little part of the world. Help me to see my work as a blessing, not a curse. I need your grace and strength to face the most difficult 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 life is broken. I am overwhelmed with worries and cares, and they weigh me down. When I am tempted to cast my cares upon You, I find that I tend to pick them up and again and they add additional stress and anxiety. Help me to put my worries 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
Help me, Lord hear you say, “I am your hope” over all the other voices. Lord, your word says that you are the hope for the hopeless, so I’m running to you with both my hands extended and holding your hand. Give me hope and give me concrete proof of the fact that hope is an irreplaceable eternal lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God knows those things in my heart that I can’t even begin to imagine hoping for. Today I present them to you, I believe in you and ask that you because I know that you are able to do more than I could ever think of, imagine or ask for in wildest dreams (Eph 3:20). God I am your hope , and I trust you. Amen. – Wendy can Eyck
18. Courage for the Day Ahead
God I would like to believe that you’re there with me and that I’m loved and respected by your love… but sometimes, it’s difficult. Help me to speak the truth in your Word to myself. Let it flow from my mind towards my heart. Give me peace and wisdom courage to live like a conqueror – because you’ve already won me victory over every obstacle and challenge. Amen. – Amy Green
19. For a God-Honoring Work Day
Make my work easier on my hands by helping me be productive and patient, focused and observant. Refrain me free of distractions and keep me away from technology that is hindering my work , instead of 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 personal, professional and church activities, as well as rest in a manner which will increase your glory , and let me produce the highest fruit for your kingdom.
And as I work, I will keep my eyes on Jesus and his final job on the cross that gave me treasure that I could not acquire, peace which I wouldn’t otherwise be able to experience, and a new hope that can fuel my desire to pursue to glorify God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran
God Bless you all!