Stampin Up “God’s Blessings”

Are you willing to take your spiritual journey to the next level? One of the most effective methods to achieve this is to establish a regular prayer practice.

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

The most challenging part of prayer is making it a consistent part of our daily lives. With a time and planning, you can create your own prayer routine that is suitable for you and your schedule. And the most appealing part is that you get to customize it to fit your personality and spiritual tradition.

Life can be busy and it’s easy to let prayer get lost on the priority list. Like everything other thing worth having, it takes effort and discipline. This is where establishing the habit of praying comes into. It provides structure and accountability to ensure that we’re connecting with the divine on regularly.

How do you start? It’s the first thing to do is figure out what time of day is the most suitable time to pray. Some prefer to begin their day with prayer while others prefer to pray at night before getting to bed. Test and see what works for you.

Once you’ve determined the best time to pray You can begin to build your routine. Here’s an illustration of a typical daily routine for morning prayers:

Begin by addressing God, ask for his blessing while you read and pray.

Read a passage from the Bible and then meditate on it for a while. This can be accomplished by reading it three or four times, or listing everything it reveals about yourself, or the examples you can follow, instructions to follow or promises to claim.

Make your prayer a ritual by making confession, adoration as well as petition and thanksgiving. Make a prayer for your immediate needs and worries and then take time to be in God’s presence.

The great thing about the prayer time routine is that it can be adapted to fit your needs. For some, you may have only a few minutes to spare, while others may have an hour or more. The trick is to make it a regular element of your day-to-day routine. If you fall off one or two days do not fret! Just get back on track the following day.

The practice of daily prayer is an excellent way to start your new year off with a fresh belief in the purpose of your life and a spiritual connection with God. It’s a powerful way to begin your day by putting your focus to the Lord and making sure that your actions and thoughts are aligned to His plans.

Another method to improve your prayer time is to make it more interactive. Instead of simply reciting words, try to engage with God in a deeper way. Try using your imagination to imagine the scenes that are described in 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 various forms in your prayer day-to-day routine. For example, try silent prayer, contemplative prayer, or even writing your prayers. This will keep your prayer practice from becoming monotonous and add variety to your spiritual routine.

One of the best methods to keep yourself motivated and on track with your daily prayers is sharing the practice with others. Find a partner in accountability, a family member or friend member who will check in with you and help you to stick to your routine. They can even join you in prayers and share their own experiences.

Rememberthat the purpose of a daily prayer practice is to deepen your relationship with God and ensure that your actions and thoughts are in line in accordance with His plans. It’s not about perfection or adhering to an unwritten set of rules, it’s about being deliberate and consistent in your life of faith. Therefore, make the effort to find a prayer routine that is a good fit for you and set it as a priority in your day-to-day life. You’ll be amazed by the difference it can make for your spiritual development as well as overall wellbeing.

After we’ve gone through that lets check out some of our top daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

Dear God, I’m exhausted and I don’t know what time this “race” will end in my life. I feel as if I’ve run for ages, trying to outrun this obstacle. Help me not try to beat my pain, and instead race with endurance the race you have set before me. I know that thanks to you, I will be an ace over the struggles that I face in life. I am certain that nothing can keep me from your unwavering love. Please give me a measure of your unconditional love and give me the strength to stand through this challenge. Thanks for the devotion for me that will never end! And thank me for your crown of happiness that awaits me forever within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, give me perseverance and amazing courage as I journey through my 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 as planned. Give me the confidence to do whatever needs to 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, for they both give us an exciting new day and chance to pursue You. Thank You for reminding us it’s not always easy, but that we don’t have to carry the hard into each new day. Forgive us for dwelling on the past and holding onto grudges. Thank You for our hearts that are not free of any limitation as we seek You each day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Meg Bucher

4. A Daily Prayer of Rejoice

Father Thank you for your intervention in my life and allowing me to establish a an intimate relationship with you. 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. Let us make use of those blessings to help others. May I live a life filled with joy when I witness you working around me today! In Jesus’ name. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. for guidance by the Holy Spirit

Lord, I ask you to move the Spirit more boldly within my own life. I know that any sin can grieve and diminish the voice of the Spirit, and I pray for protection against temptations to sin. Help me to seek Your presence more than I desire sin. Help me grow in the fruit from the Spirit and walk in closer to You. I pray for guidance from Your Spirit. Let your will and promises always be a meditation of my heart. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Kenny Luck

6. For God’s Grace Daily

Lord, thank God for your abundance grace, abundant grace. We thank you that we don’t have to earn a drop from the great stream of grace that flows freely for us today. Thank you for the unexpected, unmerited favor you’ve showered upon my life. Help me put myself in the path of your kindness and love. Help me to keep the things I must do to meet with you regularly 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 as it is today. Show me the good things that I tend to overlook and help me feel content with my life. Forgive me when I compare myself to other people, and forgive me for seeking things that aren’t yours and your kingdom. Thanks for being with me exactly in the present, exactly 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, remind me that I am a part of you and that my goal is to live in accordance with your will. Keep my feet from stumbling and my mind from wandering to distractions that can take precious time and energy from the most important things that you have planned for me. I’m so proud to be your son, Lord. I’m grateful for the sacrifice you made for me, rising from the dead on your new day, so that each day could become filled with the wonder in your affection, the freedom of your Spirit and the joy of being a part of your family. – Rebecca Barlow Jordan

9. A Prayer for a Heavy Heart

Father I am so sad and burdened. I feel like I have to bear the burden on my own. Words like overwhelmed, devastated exhausted, and distraught seem to be the best description of the state I’m in. I’m not sure how to allow you to take on my burden, so please show me how. Let me take it off. I’m going to 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 make the commitment to begin a daily quiet time. I will seek Your voice above all of other voices that surround me. Lord, teach me to focus my attention on You and help me obey whatever You tell me. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland

11. Rely on God Today

Lord, we today ask for more of Your Holy Spirit to fill our lives. Lord, it can be easy for us to be consumed with the fears which surround us, but we know that just as Your eye is on the sparrow, so also are You concerned for and look out for us.

We can learn today to be more dependent on You. Give us a deeper discernment of how You operate in order that we come into a deeper understanding that everything we see with natural eyes is not all that is. Today we ask for eyes to see Your hand in all matters and hearts to be open to Your will. Amen. – Callie Logan

12. Morning Prayer to Walk with God

Dear Lord I love You. Everything I’ve said above is the love in my heart. I admit that at times my actions and reactions betray my devotion to You. Please forgive me. Thanks for your mercy that allows me to see this day as a new chance to walk closer with You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Lysa TerKeurst

13. A Morning Prayer for God’s Guidance

God of my life, please help me remember how much difference it makes to make spending time for You a priority in my morning. Awaken me in body and spirit each day with a desire for a time of fellowship with You and listen to You speak affirmations, confidence, and wisdom to my heart as I get ready 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 I pray that you will illuminate my eyes by truth, enflame my soul with passion I want to be inspired by your love, and with courage, enrich my life through service. Forgive me for what I’ve done and cleanse what I am, and order what I shall be. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, thank you for the many ways you’ve blessed my life, specifically 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 good. I pray that I can bring glory to you by my actions, my words, by the efforts I make to make my small part of the world. Help me to see my work as a blessing, not a curse. Help me to have strength and grace for the toughest aspects of my work. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. – Renee Davis

16. A Morning Prayer for Cares and Concerns

Dear Father in Heaven I am so grateful to you that my world is badly broken. I have a myriad of worries and concerns that make me feel heavy. When I am tempted to cast my cares upon You, I find I usually pick them back up and they cause more anxiety and stress. Help me learn to put my worries on You as I learn how to relax and trust in You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

Lord, help me to hear your voice saying, “I am your hope” over all the other voices. Lord, according to your word that you are the only one who can bring hope to the despairing, and I’m rushing to you with both my hands extended and holding onto you. Bring me back to hope and give me an actual reminder of the fact that hope is an irreplaceable eternal lifeline (Hebrews 6:19-20). God, you know those things that are in my heart I can’t even begin to imagine hoping for. Today, I offer the things I have to you, I am awestruck by them, and request that you do it because I know that you can accomplish more than I can 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 would like to believe in the fact that you’re with me and that I’m loved and respected from you… However, sometimes, it’s difficult. Help me to speak the truth of your Word back to me. Take it from my mind towards my heart. Bring me peace and confidence to live as an awe-inspiring warrior – for you’ve already given me victory over every obstacle and challenge. Amen. – Amy Green

19. For a God-Honoring Work Day

Set the task of my hands by encouraging me to be efficient and patient, focused and insightful. Be sure to keep me away from distractions and from 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 personal, professional and church life with rest in a manner that would maximize the glory of your name and let me be the best fruitful for your kingdom.

And as I work, keep my attention at Jesus and his finished job on the cross which gave me treasure I couldn’t earn, peace that I could not otherwise experience, and a living hope that can fuel my desire to pursue the glory of God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God Bless you all!

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

Imagine it as your spiritual workout, just as you workout to keep in shape. regular prayer can keep your soul strong and in tune with the Divine.

The most challenging part of prayer is to make it a regular element of our daily lives. With a bit of planning and effort you can develop your own prayer routine that is suitable for you and your time. And the best part is, you get to customize it to fit your personality and religious tradition.

It’s true that life is hectic and it’s easy to let prayers slip down on the priority list. But just like anything else worth having, it requires effort and discipline. This is where establishing the habit of praying comes into. It helps us establish a structure and accountability to make sure we are in contact with God on a an ongoing basis.

So, how do you start? First, you must determine which time of the day works best for 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 what works best for you.

After you’ve decided on the most appropriate time to pray then you can begin to build your routine. Here’s an illustration of a typical daily routine for morning prayers:

Begin by addressing God, 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 the passage three to four times or by listing everything it reveals about yourself, or guidelines to obey , or promises to make.

Your prayer should be structured by praying for adoration, confession, petition, and thanksgiving. Pray for your immediate needs and worries, and take time to be in God’s presence.

The best thing about the prayer time routine is that it’s customizable to suit your needs. Many people might only have just a few minutes, while others may be able to devote a whole time or even more. It’s important that you make this a consistent part of your daily routine. If you don’t make it through one or two days, don’t sweat it! Get back on track the following day.

A daily prayer practice is a great way to start the new year with a new belief in the purpose of your life and a spiritual connection with God. It’s a powerful method to begin your day by putting your focus upon the Lord and making sure that your actions and thoughts are aligned in accordance with His plan.

Another method to improve your prayer time is to enhance it by making it more interactive. Instead of reciting the words, try to engage with God in a deeper way. Use your imagination and try to visualize the scenes in the Bible. Try to feel the emotions of the characters and put yourself in their position. This can make your time in prayer more personal and meaningful.

It is also possible to incorporate various forms prayers into your daily routine. For example, try a silent prayers, contemplative prayers, or even writing down your prayers. This will prevent your prayer routine from becoming repetitive and provide some variety to your daily spiritual routine.

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

Rememberthat the purpose of a daily prayer practice is to increase your connection 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 rules, it’s about being consistent and deliberate in your daily spiritual practice. So, take the time to discover a prayer practice that is a good fit for you and set it as a priority within your everyday life. You’ll be amazed by the difference it can make on your spiritual growth as well as overall wellbeing.

Now we have gone through that lets take a look at some of our favorite daily prayers:

1. A Morning Prayer for Strength

God, I’m weary and don’t know what time this “race” will end in my life. It seems like I’ve been running for years, trying to outrun this challenge. Help me to 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 be triumphant over all the challenges throughout my journey. I know that nothing in this world will ever be able to keep me from your unwavering love. I ask you to show me a bit of your unconditional love and give me the strength to endure this challenge. I thank you so much for your unconditional love for me that never ceases! Also, thank you for the crown of happiness that awaits me forever within your kingdom! – Adrian Rogers

2. A Morning Prayer for Courage

Lord, grant me tenacious courageous spirit as I move through this day. When I’m tempted give up, assist me keep going. Grant me a cheerful spirit when things don’t go my way. Also, give me the strength 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, for both of them remind us of a new day’s challenge and chance to chase You. Thank You for reminding us that life is not necessarily easy but that you don’t have to carry the hard into the next day. We are sorry for dwelling on the past and for keeping grudges. Bless our hearts to be held back by nothing when we seek You every day. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Meg Bucher

4. A Daily Prayer of Rejoice

Father, thank you for intervening into my world and permitting me to have an intimate relationship with God. Thank you for allowing me to have a personal relationship with. 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 me and my family. We can use these blessings to be a blessing to others. May I live a life of true joy as I watch you work all around me! In Jesus the name of Jesus. Amen. – Ron Moore

5. To receive guidance from the Holy Spirit

Lord, I pray that you would move the Spirit more strongly within my own life. I know that any sin is likely to cause grief and weaken the spirit of the Spirit, and I pray against the temptation to sin. Help me to crave Your Presence more often than I crave sin. Help me grow in the fruit from the Spirit and so walk closer to You. 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 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 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 follow the direction of your grace and love. Help me to keep the discipline I must attend to you on a regular basis and 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 today. Help me see the positive things I often overlook and help me to be happy with my life. Forgive me when I compare myself to others, forgive me for seeking things outside of you and your kingdom. I thank you that You love me just where I am, just where I am. Help me keep my eyes on you. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Nicki Koziarz

8. Prayer Against Distractions Today

When I begin my day, remind me that I am yours, and my desire is to live in accordance with your will. Help me keep my feet from sliding and my thoughts from drifting into distractions that could steal precious time and energy from the most important things you have designed for me. I am proud to be your child Lord. I’m grateful that you died for me–rising from the dead on your new morning–so that every day would have the joy of the love you have for me, the freedom of your Spirit, and the joy of being a part of your family. – Rebecca Barlow Jordan

9. A Prayer for a Heavy Heart

Father, my heart is heavy. I’m feeling like I’m forced to carry this burden by myself. Words like overwhelmed, devastated, exhausted seem to describe where I am. I’m not sure how to let you carry my weight, so please let me know how. I’ll take it away. Let me rest and be revived 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 want to be heard from you. Today I take the pledge to have an hour of silence each day. I will seek Your voice above all the other voices that surround me. Lord, show me how to center my life on You. Help me follow what I hear You say. In Jesus’ name, amen. – Mary Southerland

11. Rely on God Today

Lord, we today ask for more of Your Holy Spirit to fill our lives. Lord, it’s easy for us to become overwhelmed by the worries that take over our lives, but we know That just like Your eye is at the sparrow so do You look after 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 gain a greater understanding that everything we see with natural eyes is not all that is. Today , we pray for eyes to be able to 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 of 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 the new day as a new chance to walk closer with 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 in my life when I spend time for You my first priority in the morning. Invigorate me in both my body and spirit every daily with an eagerness to be with You, and to hear You speak words of affirmation, faith and wisdom over 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 mind with the truth, ignite my soul with passion and inspire my spirit by courage, and fill my life by serving. Pardon what I have been and cleanse what I am, and order my future. Amen – Author Unknown

15.. A Prayer for the Work Day Ahead

Father, thank you for the many ways you’ve blessed my life especially by this job that pays my bills and puts food on my table. Thank you that ALL work has significance because work is beneficial. Let me show you my glory by my actions and words, as well as through the good job I do to make my small corner of the world. Help me view my work as a blessing and not 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 I am so grateful to you that my world is badly broken. I have so many concerns and cares that burden me. Although I want to place my burdens on You, I find that I often pick them up again and they cause to my stress and anxiety. Help me to place my burdens on You , as I learn what it means to rest and trust You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. – Chrystal Evans Hurst

 

17. For Hope Today

Lord, help me hear your voice saying, “I am your hope” over the many other voices. Lord, your word says that you are the one who can bring hope to the despairing, and I’m rushing to you with both hands stretched out and grabbing onto you. Fill me up with optimism and provide me with concrete proof that today hope is an irreplaceable line of spiritual support (Hebrews 6:19-20). God, you know those things in my heart that I can’t even begin to imagine hoping for. Today, I offer them to you, I am awestruck by them, and request that you do it since I am confident that you are able to do more than I could guess, imagine or request 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 in the fact that you’re with me and that I’m known and loved from you… But there are days when it’s not easy. Help me to communicate the truth of your Word back to me. Let it flow from my mind to my heart. Give me peace and wisdom the courage to be an awe-inspiring warrior – for you’ve already won me victory over every challenge and obstacle. Amen. – Amy Green

19. For a God-Honoring Work Day

Set the task of my hands by helping me to be efficient as well as patient, focused and sharp. Keep me from distractions and from 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 life with rest in a manner which will increase the glory of your name and let me bear the most fruit to further your kingdom.

And as I work, fix my gaze at Jesus and his task on his cross, which gave me treasure I couldn’t earn, peace that I could not otherwise experience, and a living hope that can fuel me to work for the glory of God. Amen. – Kevin Halloran

God Bless you everyone!