Dr. Cindy Trimm Commanding Your Morning Prayer

Are you looking to take your spirituality to the highest level? One of the most effective ways to do that is to establish a regular prayer habit.

Imagine it as your spiritual workout. Just like hitting the gym to stay in shape, a daily prayer practice will keep your soul strong and in tune with the Divine.

The most challenging aspect of praying is making it a consistent element of our daily lives. With a amount of planning and effort it is possible to create a prayer routine that works for you and your schedule. The best part is, you are able to modify it to fit your personality and spiritual tradition.

Let’s be real, life can be busy and it’s easy to let prayer slip down on the priority list. Like everything other thing worth being a part of, it requires dedication and discipline. This is where establishing the habit of praying comes into. It helps us establish a the structure and accountability needed to make sure we are in contact with God on a regularly.

So, how do you begin? First, you must figure out what time of day is the most suitable time to pray. Some people like to start their day with prayer while others prefer to pray at night before getting to bed. Try it out and discover what works for you.

Once you’ve identified the ideal time to pray then you can begin to build your routine. Here’s an example of a pattern that you can follow daily for morning prayer:

Begin by talking to God to ask for his presence as you read and meditate.

Take a chapter from the Bible and reflect on the passage. This can be accomplished by reading the passage three to four times or by listing everything it reveals about yourself or examples to follow, commands to obey or promises to make.

Structure your prayer by making confession, adoration prayer, thanksgiving, and petition. Pray for your immediate needs and worries as well as taking time to be in God’s presence.

The best thing about a prayer routine is that it’s customizable to meet your requirements. For some, you may have only some minutes and others could be able to devote a whole hour or more. The key is making it a constant element of your day-to-day routine. And if you miss the occasional day or two do not fret! Get back on track the next day.

A daily prayer practice is a wonderful method to begin your new year off with a new feeling of purpose and feeling of connection to the divine. It’s an effective way to start your day, putting your focus upon the Lord and aligning your thoughts and actions with His will.

Another way to enhance your prayer practice is to enhance it by making it more interactive. Instead of simply reciting words, you should try to connect with God on a deeper level. Try using your imagination to visualize the scenes in the Bible. You can try to imagine the feelings of these characters and put yourself in their position. This will make your prayer time more meaningful and personal.

It is also possible to incorporate different forms in your prayer day-to-day routine. For example, try silent prayer, contemplative prayer or even writing your prayers. This can keep your prayer practice from becoming repetitive and provide the variety you need to your spiritual practice.

One of the most effective ways to remain focused and in line with your prayer practice is by sharing your practice with other people. Find a partner in accountability, a family member or friend member who will be checking on you regularly and help you to stick to your daily routine. They may even be a part of your prayers and share their own experiences.

The goal of a daily prayer practice is to increase your connection with God and make sure that your thoughts and actions are aligned to His plan. It’s not about perfection or following the strict guidelines, but rather being intentional and consistent in your spiritual life. Therefore, make the effort to create a routine of prayer that works for you and incorporate it in your daily life. You’ll be amazed by how much difference it makes for your spiritual development and overall health.

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

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

Lord, I am tired and I don’t know when this “race” will end in my life. It seems as if I’ve run for ages trying to conquer this obstacle. Help me not try to beat my pain but rather run with endurance the race that you have set before me. I am confident that because of you I am ultimately triumphant over all the challenges that I face in life. I am confident that nothing in this world could ever separate me from your steadfast love. Please show me some of your love today. Give me the strength to stand through this trial. Thank you for your love for me that never ends! And thank me for your crown of joy which awaits me for eternity 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, help me persevere. Help me keep a positive attitude even when the circumstances don’t seem to go as planned. Give me the confidence to complete whatever must be done. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

– Dr. Ray Pritchard

3. Prayer to Seek God Each Day

Father, thank God for the sky and sun, because both remind us of the new day’s challenges and chance to chase You. Thank You for reminding us the journey isn’t always easy, but that we don’t have to carry the hard into each new day. We are sorry for focusing in the past and holding onto grudges. Bless 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 your intervention within my personal life, and for allowing me the opportunity to establish a the privilege of a relationship with you. Thank you for the love you have for me today and forever. Thank you for the blessings you’ve given myself and my entire family. We can use these blessings to be a blessing to others. Let me live a life full of joy as I see you at work in my life today! In Jesus the name of Jesus. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. For Guidance from the Holy Spirit

Lord, I ask you would influence the Spirit more strongly in my life. I am aware that every sin could irritate and weaken the spirit of the Spirit and I pray against the temptation to sin. Help me to seek Your presence more than I crave sin. Help me grow in the fruits that comes from your Spirit and so walk closer to You. I pray for guidance from your Spirit- let your word and promise always be a constant reminder of my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, we thank God for your abundance grace, abundant grace. Thank you that we do not need to work for a drop of the powerful flow of grace that flows unreservedly to us now. We thank you for the unexpected, unmerited favor you’ve showered on my life. Help me put myself in the direction of your kindness and love. Help me to not forget the discipline I must 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 my life right now. Help me see the positive things that I tend to overlook and help me be content with the things I have. Forgive me when I compare myself to others, and forgive me for wanting things that aren’t yours and your kingdom. I thank you that You love me just where I am, right in the way I am. Help me keep my focus at you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

As I start this day, remind me that I belong to you and that my goal is to behave accordingly. Make sure my feet don’t slip and my mind from wandering into distractions that may steal precious energy and time from the most important tasks you have designed for me. I am proud to be your child Lord. I’m grateful for the sacrifice you made for me, rising from the dead on your new morning–so that every day would be filled with the joy of the love you have for me, the freedom of your Spirit and the joy of knowing you. – Rebecca Barlow Jordan

9. A Prayer for a Heavy Heart

Father I am so sad and burdened. I’m feeling like I’m forced to carry this burden by myself. Words like overwhelmed, devastated exhausted and frightened are the words that describe where I am. I’m not sure how to allow you to carry my weight Please help me understand. Take it from me. I’m going to rest and be refreshed to ensure that my heart doesn’t be as heavy the next morning. In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

10. To Focus on God’s Voice

Father, I need to hear from You. Today I am making a commitment to begin an hour of silence each day. I will seek Your voice above all of other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how to center my life on You and help me obey whatever You tell me. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland

11. Rely on God Today

Lord, today we pray to continue to work with Your Holy Spirit to fill our lives. Lord, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the worries that take over our lives We know the same way that Your eye is on the sparrow, so do You care for and see us.

We can learn today to be more dependent on Your help today. Give us a deeper awareness of Your ways of working, so that we may be able to understand that what that we see in our natural eyes is not all that is. We ask today for eyes to see Your hand in all matters, and hearts open to Your mission. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer to Walk with God

Dear Lord I am in love with You. Everything I’ve written above is the love in 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 mercy which allows you to see this day as a new chance to grow closer to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

Thank You Lord for helping me remember what a difference it makes when I make time for 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 hear You speak affirmations, confidence, and wisdom to my heart as I prepare for 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 mind with truth, inflame my heart with love and inspire my spirit by courage, and fill my life through service. Please forgive me for the things I’ve done and cleanse what I am and set the stage for what I shall be. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, I thank for all the ways that you’ve blessed me, specifically by this job that provides me with a paycheck and food on the table. Thank you for the fact that ALL work has significance because work is beneficial. Let me show you my glory today, through my actions my words, and by the work I do to improve the order in my small part of the world. Help me see my job as a blessing instead of an affront. I need your grace and strength for the toughest 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 personal life has been broken. I have so many concerns and concerns, and they weigh me down. When I am tempted to cast my cares upon You, I find I usually pick them back up again and they cause more anxiety and stress. Please help me learn to put my worries 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

Lord, help me to hear you say, “I am your hope” over all other voices. Lord, according to your word that you are the one who can bring hope to the despairing, so I’m running to you with both hands extended and holding onto you. Bring me back to faith and provide me with an actual reminder of the fact that hope is a line of spiritual support (Hebrews 6:19-20). God You know the things in my life that I barely dare to hope for, today I give them to you, I trust them to you, and request that you do it because I know that you can do more than I could guess, imagine or request in wildest 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 with me and that I’m loved and respected by your love… However, some days, it’s hard. Help me to speak the truth in your Word back to myself. Bring it from my heart towards my heart. Bring me peace and the courage to be an awe-inspiring warrior – for you’ve already crowned me victorious over every obstacle and challenge. Amen. – Amy Green

19. For a God-Honoring Work Day

Set the task of my hands by helping me to 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 align my personal, professional and church life with rest in a manner that would maximize the glory of your name and allow me to be the best fruitful to further your kingdom.

And as I work, keep my attention at Jesus and his job on the cross, which gave me treasure I couldn’t earn, peace 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!

Are you looking to take your spiritual life to the highest level? One of the best ways to accomplish this is to develop a daily prayer practice.

Think of it as your spiritual workout, just as you go to the gym to stay fit, an everyday prayer routine keeps your soul healthy and connected to the Divine.

The most difficult aspect of praying is making it a constant element of our daily life. With a amount of planning and effort you can develop an effective prayer schedule that works for you and your time. And the greatest part is that you can customize the ritual to suit your personal preferences and religious tradition.

Let’s be real, life can be busy and it’s easy to let prayers get lost on the priority list. But just like anything else worth having, it requires dedication and discipline. This is where establishing an effective prayer schedule comes in. It gives an order and accountability to ensure that we’re in contact with God on a an ongoing basis.

So, how do you get started? The first step is to determine what time of day is most conducive to you to pray. Some people like to start their day with prayer, while others find it easier to pray before going to going to bed. Experiment and see which method works best for you.

After you’ve decided on the most appropriate time to pray, you can start 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 help as you read and meditate.

Take a chapter from the Bible and then meditate on it for a while. This can be done by reading it three or four times or by listing anything it tells you about yourself, examples to follow, commands to obey , or promises to keep.

Structure your prayer by praying for adoration, confession, petition, and thanksgiving. Pray for your immediate needs and worries, and take time to enjoy God’s presence.

The best thing about the prayer time routine is that it can be adapted to fit your needs. Many people might only have just a few minutes, while others may have an hours or longer. It’s important to make it a consistent part of your daily routine. And if you miss one or two days, don’t sweat it! Get back on track the next day.

A daily prayer practice is an excellent way to start this new year feeling a fresh belief in the purpose of your life and a connection with the divine. It’s a powerful method to start your day, placing your attention on the Lord and aligning your thoughts and actions in accordance with His plan.

Another way to enhance your prayer routine is to make it more interactive. Instead of reciting the phrases, try engaging with God at a deeper level. Use your imagination and try to imagine the scenes that are described in the Bible. You can try to imagine the feelings of these characters and place yourself in their position. This will make your prayer time more personal and meaningful.

Try incorporating different types prayers into your day-to-day routine. For instance, you can try silent prayer, contemplative prayer, or even journaling your prayers. This will keep your prayer practice from becoming monotonous and add some variety to your daily spiritual routine.

One of the best ways to stay focused and in line with your prayer practice is by sharing it with others. Find a accountability partner, a friend or family member who can check in with you and help you to stick to your routine. They could even join you in prayer and share their own experiences.

The goal of a regular prayer routine is to strengthen your relationship with God and make sure that your thoughts and actions are aligned with His will. It’s not about perfection or adhering to the strict guidelines, but rather being consistent and deliberate in your daily spiritual practice. Take the time to create a routine of prayer that is a good fit for you and set it as a priority within your everyday life. You’ll be amazed at how much difference it makes on your spiritual growth and overall well-being.

After we’ve gone through that lets look at some of our favorite daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

Lord, I am weary and don’t know when this “race” will end in my life. It seems like I’ve been running forever trying to beat this trial. Help me quit trying to run away from my pain but rather run with endurance the race that you have set for me. I am confident that because of you, I will ultimately be an ace over the struggles that I face in life. I know that nothing can separate me from your steadfast love. I ask you to show me a bit of your affection today. Give me the strength to stand through this challenge. Thank you for your unconditional love for me that never ends! Also, thank to you the chance of joy that awaits me forever in your Kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, grant me tenacious courageous spirit as I move through my day. If I’m tempted to give up, help me keep going. Give me a positive outlook 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 You for the sky and sun, for both remind us of a new day’s challenge and opportunity to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us that life is not always easy, but you don’t have to carry the pain to each day. Forgive us for dwelling on the past and holding onto grudges. Thank You for our hearts that are not 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 within my personal life, and for allowing me the opportunity to enjoy a a personal relationship with you. Thank you for your unconditional love for me now and for the rest of my life. Thank you for the blessings you’ve bestowed to me as well as my loved ones. We can use these blessings to bless others. May I live a lifetime of true joy as I watch you work all around me! In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. for guidance From the Holy Spirit

Lord, I pray you would be able to move the Spirit more boldly within my own life. I am aware that any sin is likely to cause grief and diminish the voice of the Spirit and I ask for protection against temptations to sin. Help me crave your presence more than I crave sin. Help me develop the fruit of the Spirit and so walk closer to You. I ask for direction from Your Spirit. Let your word and promise 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. Thank you that we do not have to earn a drop from the great river of grace that flows in abundance to us right now. Thanks for this unplanned generous, undeserved blessing you’ve lavished upon my life. Help me follow the path of your love and grace. Help me not neglect the things I must do to keep in contact with you frequently 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 I ask you to help me appreciate my life right now. Show me the good things that I tend to overlook and help me feel content with what I have. Please forgive me when I judge myself against others, forgive me for seeking things that aren’t yours and your kingdom. Thank you for loving me just where I am, just where I am. Help me keep my eyes towards you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

As I get ready for the day, remind me that I am yours, and my desire is to behave 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 created for me. I’m proud to be your child, Lord. And I’m so grateful that you gave your life for me — rising from the dead on your new day, so that each day could become filled with the beauty of the love you have for me, the freedom of your Spirit, and the delight 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 my current state. I am not sure how I can let you carry my heavy load I need you to let me know how. Take it from me. Let me rest and be rejuvenated so that my heart won’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 want to hear from You. Today I am making a commitment to start having a daily quiet time. I will be attentive to Your voice over all other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how 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 to fill our lives. Lord, it can be easy for us to become consumed with the fears that surround us in life We know the same way that Your eye is focused at the sparrow so also do You care for and watch over us.

Teach us today to become more dependent on Your help today. Bring us into a greater understanding of the way You work to help us be able to understand that all that we see in our natural eyes isn’t all there is. Today , we pray for eyes that can see Your hands in all matters, and hearts 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 desire in my heart. I acknowledge that there are times when my actions and reactions betray my devotion to You. Please forgive me. I thank You for the grace that is able to recognize this day as a chance to grow closer to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

Dear Lord, help me remember what a difference it makes to make spending time with You my first priority in the morning. Awaken me in the body and in my spirit every day with a desire for a time of fellowship with You and hear You speak words of affirmation, faith and wisdom to my mind as I prepare 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 Please illuminate my eyes with truth, inflame my heart with compassion, inspire my will with courage, and enrich my life by serving. Pardon what I have been and cleanse what I am, and establish my future. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, thank you for the many ways you’ve blessed me particularly by this job that provides me with a paycheck and food on the table. Thank you that ALL work is meaningful because the work you do is rewarding. Let me show you my glory by my actions my words, and by the job I do to bring order to my tiny corner of the world. Help me see my job as a blessing and not an affront. I need your grace and strength for the toughest aspects of my job. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. – Renee Davis

16. A Morning Prayer for Cares and Concerns

Dear Father in Heaven So much of my world is badly broken. I am overwhelmed with worries and worries that make me feel heavy. When I am tempted to cast my cares upon You, I find that I often pick them up and again, and they only add more anxiety and stress. Help me learn to place my burdens on You as I learn what it means to be at peace and trust You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

God, allow me hear you saying, “I am your hope” over the many other voices. Lord, your word says, you are the hope for hopeless therefore I’m running to you with both my hands extended and holding onto you. Bring me back to optimism and provide me with concrete proof today that hope is an unbreakable eternal lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God You know the things in my heart that I barely dare to hope for. Today I present them to you, I believe in you and request that you do it since I am confident that you are able to do more than I could ever guess, imagine or request 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’d like to believe that you’re with me and that I’m known and loved by your love… but sometimes, it’s difficult. Help me to communicate the truth of your Word to myself. Let it flow from my head towards my heart. Give me peace and wisdom the courage to be an awe-inspiring warrior – for 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 to be productive and patient, focused and observant. Be sure to keep me away 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 family, work and church activities, as well as rest in a manner which will increase the glory of your name and allow me to bear the most fruit for your kingdom.

And as I work, I will keep my attention at Jesus and his finished job on the cross, which provided me with treasures I could not earn, rest that I could not otherwise have, and a vivacious faith that will inspire my desire to pursue to glorify God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God Bless you everyone!