Morning Prayer Karen Drucker Lyrics

Are you willing to take your spiritual journey to the highest level? One of the best ways to do that is to establish a regular prayer routine.

Imagine it as your spiritual workout. Just like hitting the gym to stay in shape, an everyday prayer routine can keep your soul strong and connected to the divine.

The most challenging part of prayer is making it a constant element of our daily lives. But with a little time and planning you can develop a prayer routine that works for you and your schedule. The most appealing part is that you get to customize it to fit your personality and religious tradition.

Let’s be real, life is hectic and it’s easy to let prayer slide off the list of priorities. Like everything else that’s worth being a part of, it requires commitment and discipline. This is where the creation of the habit of praying comes into. It gives an order and accountability to make sure we are in contact with God on a a regular basis.

So, how do you get started? First, you must 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 getting to bed. Test and see what works best for you.

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

Begin by approaching God to ask for his help as you read and pray.

Take a chapter from the Bible and then meditate on it for a while. This can be done by reading the passage three to four times or by listing the things it says about yourself or guidelines to follow or promises to make.

Your prayer should be structured by praying for adoration, confession, petition, and thanksgiving. Pray for your needs and pressing concerns as well as taking time to enjoy God’s presence.

The beauty of a prayer routine is that it is customizable to suit your needs. For some, you may have only a few minutes to spare while others might have an hour or more. The trick is that you make this a consistent part of your daily routine. And if you miss one or two days, don’t sweat it! Just get back on track the following day.

The practice of daily prayer is a wonderful way to start the new year with a renewed feeling of purpose and feeling of connection to the divine. It’s a powerful way to start your day, keeping your eyes to the Lord and making sure that your actions and thoughts are aligned with His will.

Another way to enhance your prayer practice is to enhance it by making it more engaging. Instead of reciting the phrases, try engaging with God in a deeper way. Use your imagination and try to imagine the scenes that are described within the Bible. Make an effort to experience the emotion of each character, and put yourself in their shoes. This makes your time of prayer more meaningful and personal.

It is also possible to incorporate different forms of prayer into your daily routine. For example, try a silent prayer, contemplative prayer, or even writing down your prayers. This can keep your prayer routine from becoming monotonous and add the variety you need to your spiritual practice.

One of the most effective ways to stay engaged and focused on your daily prayers is sharing the practice with other people. Find a accountability partner, a friend or family member who will check on you regularly and help you to adhere to your schedule. 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 in accordance with His plans. It’s not about perfectionism or following the strict rules, it’s about being consistent and deliberate in your life of faith. So, take the time to create a routine of prayer that is a good fit for you and incorporate it within your everyday life. You’ll be amazed by how much difference it makes in your spiritual growth and overall well-being.

After we’ve been through that let’s take a look at some of our top daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

Lord, I am exhausted and don’t know what time the “race” will end in my life. I feel as if I’ve run for ages trying to beat this obstacle. Help me quit trying to run away from my pain but rather run with endurance the race that you have set before me. I know that because of you, I will ultimately be a victor over the trials that I face in life. I am certain 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 affection and give me the courage to face this challenge. Thanks for the devotion for me that will never end! Also, thank to you the chance of happiness which awaits me for eternity in your Kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, grant me tenacious courageous spirit as I move through this day. If I’m tempted to quit, help me persevere. Grant me a cheerful spirit in the event that things do not go my way. Also, give me the strength 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, because both of them remind us of a new day’s challenge and the chance to chase You. Thank You for reminding us that life is not all easy. But, it is important to remember that we don’t have to carry the hard into the next day. We are sorry for dwelling on the past and holding onto grudges. Thank You for our hearts that are not 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 intervening in my life and allowing me to have an intimate relationship with you. Thank you for the love you have for me, today and always. Thank you for the blessings you’ve bestowed to myself and my entire family. Help us use those blessings to be a blessing to others. Let me live a life full of joy as I see you at work around me 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 powerfully in my life. I am aware that any sin is likely to cause grief and diminish the voice of the Spirit and I ask against the temptation to commit sin. Help me to seek Your presence more than I want sin. Help me to grow in the fruit of the Spirit and walk in closer with Yourself. I ask for direction from Your Spirit. Let your will and promises always be a source of meditation for my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, we thank for your generous grace that is abounds. Thank you that we don’t need to work for a drop of the mighty flow of mercy that flows in abundance to us right now. We thank you for the unplanned, unmerited favor you’ve showered upon my life. Help me put myself in the path of your love and grace. Help me not neglect the things I must do to keep in contact with you frequently 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 I ask you to help me appreciate my life today. Let me know the good things that I overlook, and help me to be happy with the things I have. Forgive me when I think I am comparing myself to other people, and forgive me for wanting things that aren’t in your kingdom. Thank you for loving me right where I am, right as I am. Help me to keep my eyes fixed 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 live in accordance with your will. Help me keep my feet from sliding and my mind from wandering into distractions that could steal precious time and energy away from the most important things you have planned for me. I’m proud to be your child Lord. And I’m thankful that you gave your life for me — rising from the dead on your new day–so that my every day can become filled with the wonder in your affection, 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’m feeling like I’m forced to carry the burden alone. Words like overwhelmed, distraught, exhausted seem to describe the state I’m in. I am not sure how I can let you take on my burden Please let me know how. Let me take it off. Allow me to rest and become rejuvenated so that my heart won’t be as heavy in the morning. In Jesus the name of Jesus. Amen. – Ron Moore

10. To Focus on God’s Voice

Father, I need to listen to You. Today, I make the commitment to begin a daily quiet time. I will be attentive to Your voice above all of the other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how to center my life on You, and help me to follow the words You speak to me. 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 be consumed with the fears which surround us We know that just as Your eyes is focused upon the sparrows, so also do You look after and see us.

Teach us today to become more dependent on You. Help us gain a better discernment of how You operate to help us come into a deeper understanding that what we see with our eyes is not all that is. We ask today for eyes that can see Your hand in all matters, and hearts open to Your will. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer to walk with God

Dear Lord, I Love You. Everything I’ve written above is the love in my heart. I admit that at times my actions and my reactions betray my devotion to You. I ask for forgiveness. Thank You for Your forgiveness that allows me to see this day as a chance to grow 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 with You a priority in my morning. Awaken me in body and spirit each day with a desire to be with You, and to hear You speak words of affirmation, assurance and wisdom over my heart 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 by truth, enflame my heart with compassion, inspire my will with courage, enrich my life with service. Forgive me for what I’ve done, sanctify what I am, and establish my future. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, I thank for all the ways you’ve blessed my life particularly by this job that helps me pay my bills and puts food on the table. Thank you for the fact that ALL work is important because the work you do is rewarding. Let me show you my glory today, through my actions and words, as well as through the good job I do to improve the order in my little area of the globe. Help me view my work as a blessing instead of a curse. Give me grace and strength for the hardest aspects of my job. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. – Renee Davis

16. A Morning Prayer for Cares and Concerns

Our Father is dear to me in Heaven So much of my life is broken. I am overwhelmed with worries and concerns that burden me. When I am tempted to place my burdens on You, I find that I tend to pick them up and again and they add to my stress and anxiety. Help me learn to place my burdens on You , as I learn how to relax and trust You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

Lord, help me to hear you saying, “I am your hope” over all other voices. Lord, according to your word that you are the only one who can bring hope to the despairing, therefore I’m running towards you with both hands spread out and grasping onto you. Give me optimism and provide me with a tangible reminder that today hope is an unbreakable line of spiritual support (Hebrews 6:19-20). God knows those things in my life that I can’t even begin to imagine hoping for, today I give them to you, I am awestruck by them, and ask that you since I am confident that you can do more than I could ever think of, imagine or ask for in the wildest of 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 that you’re with me and that I’m loved and respected by you… But sometimes, it’s difficult. Help me to speak the truth from your Word back to me. Let it flow from my heart to my heart. I ask you to give me peace and confidence to live as the conqueror because 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 to be productive and 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 align my personal, professional and church activities, as well as rest in a manner that will maximize your glory and allow me to bear the most fruit for your kingdom.

As I work, I will keep my attention at Jesus and his task on his cross that gave me treasure I could not acquire, peace that I could not otherwise have, and a vivacious faith that will inspire me to strive for to glorify God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God Bless you all!

Are you looking to take your spiritual life to the next level? One of the best methods to achieve this is to establish a regular prayer practice.

Think of it as your spiritual workout. Just as you workout to stay in shape, regular prayer keeps your soul healthy and in tune with the Divine.

The most challenging aspect of praying is making it a consistent part of our daily life. With a time and planning it is possible to create your own prayer routine that is suitable for you and your schedule. And the greatest part is that you can customize it to match your own personality and religious tradition.

Life is hectic and it’s easy for prayer to slide off the list of priorities. Like everything else worth being a part of, it requires effort and discipline. This is where the creation of an effective prayer schedule comes in. It gives structure and accountability to ensure we’re in contact with God on a a regular basis.

So, how do you begin? First, you must figure out which time of the day is most conducive to you to pray. Some prefer to begin their day by praying, while others find it easier to pray in the evening before going to bed. Try it out and discover what works best for you.

Once you’ve determined the best time for prayer, you can start building your daily routine. Here’s an example of a daily pattern for prayer in the morning:

Begin by talking to God to ask for his blessing as you read and pray.

Go through a section of the Bible and meditate on it for a while. It can be done by reading it three or four times or by listing the things it says about yourself, the examples you can follow, instructions to follow or promises to keep.

Your prayer should be structured by offering adoration, confession prayer, thanksgiving, and petition. Pray for your urgent needs and concerns and then take time to be in God’s presence.

The best thing about a prayer routine is that it can be adapted to fit your needs. For some, you may have only some minutes and others could be able to devote a whole hours or longer. The key is that you make this a constant part of your routine. If you fall off one or two days Don’t be concerned! Get back on track the following day.

An everyday prayer practice is a wonderful way to start the new year with a new feeling of purpose and feeling of connection to the divine. It’s an effective way to start your day, keeping your eyes to the Lord and making sure that your actions and thoughts are aligned to His plans.

Another way to increase your prayer routine is to make it more interactive. Instead of just reciting words, try to engage with God on a deeper level. Try using your imagination to picture the scenes described by 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 meaningful and personal.

You can also try incorporating different forms of prayer into your daily routine. For instance, you can try silent prayers, contemplative prayers, or even journaling your prayers. This will keep your prayer routine from becoming boring and will add the variety you need to your spiritual practice.

One of the best ways to stay engaged and focused on your daily prayer routine is sharing it with others. Find an accountability partner, a friend or family member who can check in with you and help you to adhere to your routine. They could even be a part of your prayer and share their own experiences.

Rememberthat the purpose of a regular prayer routine is to increase your connection with God and align your thoughts and actions in accordance with His plans. It’s not about perfection or adhering to an unwritten set of rules, it’s about being consistent and deliberate in your spiritual life. So, take the time to discover a prayer practice that works for you and incorporate it in your daily life. You’ll be amazed by the difference it can make in your spiritual growth and overall health.

After we’ve been through that let’s look at some of our most-loved daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

Dear 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 conquer this obstacle. Please help me stop trying to outrun my pain, and instead race with a sense of endurance the race you have set before me. I know that because of you, I will be a victor over the trials that I face in life. I am certain that nothing in this world can be able to separate me from your eternal love. I ask you to show me a bit of your affection today. Give me the strength to stand through this trial. Thanks for the devotion for me that never ceases! And thank you for the crown of happiness which awaits me for eternity within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, give me perseverance and courageous spirit as I move through this day. When I am tempted to quit, help me keep going. 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 You for the sky and the sun, because both of them remind us of an exciting new day and opportunity to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us that it’s not 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 dwelling on the past and keeping 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 your intervention into my world and permitting me to enjoy a a personal relationship with you. Thank you for your love for me now and for the rest of my life. Thank you for the blessings you’ve bestowed to myself and my entire family. We can use these blessings to bless others. May I live a lifetime of true joy as I watch you work in my life today! In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. To receive guidance From the Holy Spirit

Lord, I pray you would influence the Spirit more boldly in my life. I know that every sin could irritate and diminish the voice of the Spirit, and I pray against the temptation to sin. Help me crave your presence more than I desire sin. Help me develop the fruit from the Spirit and so walk closer with Yourself. I ask for direction from your Spirit- let your will and promises always be a constant reminder of my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, we thank for your generous, abounding grace. Thank you that we do not need to work for a drop from the great river of mercy that flows unreservedly to us right now. Thank you for the unplanned generous, undeserved blessing you’ve lavished on my life. Help me put myself in the direction of your kindness and love. Help me not neglect the disciplines I need to attend to you on a regular basis and to 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 the life I live in the present. Show me the good things I often overlook and help me feel content with my life. Please forgive me when I judge myself against others, and forgive me for seeking things that aren’t in your kingdom. I thank you that You love me right where I am, just in the way I am. Help me keep my eyes at you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

As I get ready for the day, help me remember that I belong to you, and my desire is to behave accordingly. 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 tasks you have planned for me. I am proud to be your child Lord. And I’m so grateful for the sacrifice you made for me, rising to greet me each new day–so that my every day would have the wonder in your affection, 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’m feeling like I’m forced to carry this burden by myself. Words like overwhelmed, distraught, exhausted seem to describe my current state. I’m not sure how to let you carry my heavy load I need you to let me know how. Let me take it off. Allow me to rest and become revived so that my heart will not be so heavy in the morning. In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

10. To Focus on God’s Voice

Father, I need to hear from You. Today I take the pledge to have a daily quiet time. I will seek Your voice over all other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how to center my life on You. Help me follow whatever You tell 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 is easy to get consumed with the fears that take over our lives We know the same way that Your gaze is at the sparrow so also are You concerned for and watch over us.

We can learn today to be more reliant on You. Give us a deeper awareness of Your ways of working, so that we may come into a deeper understanding that everything we see with our eyes isn’t all there is. We ask today for eyes to be able to see Your hand in all things, and hearts open to Your will. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer: Walk with God

Dear Lord I am in love with You. All that I’ve expressed above is the love in my heart. I admit that at times my actions and my reactions betray my love for You. I ask for forgiveness. I thank You for the mercy that is able to recognize this new day as a new chance to be closer to You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

Thank You Lord for helping me remember the difference in my life when I spend time for You a priority in my morning. Awaken me in both my body and spirit every daily with an eagerness to meet with You and listen to You speak affirmations, confidence, and wisdom to my mind 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 eyes with the truth, ignite my heart with love, inspire my will with courage, and enrich my life with service. Pardon what I have been and cleanse what I am and set the stage for the way I will 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 especially with this job that provides me with a paycheck and food on my table. Thank you that ALL work is meaningful because work is beneficial. I pray that I can bring glory to you today, through my actions my words, and through the good job I do to bring order to my little corner of the world. Help me see my job as a blessing instead of a curse. Help me to have strength and grace for the hardest 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 of my life is broken. I have so many concerns and concerns that burden me. While I desire to put my worries on You, I find that I often pick them up again and they cause to my stress and anxiety. Please help me learn 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 other voices. Lord, your word says, you are the hope for hopeless and I’m rushing to you with both my hands extended and holding onto you. Give me hope and give me concrete proof today that hope is an unbreakable spiritual lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God You know the things in my heart that I barely dare to hope for, today I give these things to you. I believe in you and I ask you to do so as I am sure that you are able to do more than I can ever think of, imagine or ask for in my wildest hopes (Eph 3:20). God, you are my hope , and I trust you. Amen. – Wendy can Eyck

18. Courage for the Day Ahead

God I would like to believe that you’re with me and that I’m known and loved from you… but some days, it’s hard. Help me to communicate the truth from your Word back to me. Let it flow from my heart towards my heart. Give me peace and wisdom 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

Make my work easier on my hands by encouraging me to be productive and patient, focused and sharp. 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. Teach me to align my family, work and church life with rest in a manner that would maximize your glory and let me produce the highest fruit to further your kingdom.

While I work, I will keep my gaze on Jesus and his job on the 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 can fuel my desire to pursue to glorify God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God bless you all!