Pray, period. November 30, 2016

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Lord, I desire peace in my relationships. Where I need to make things right, give me the courage to do it. Give me the wisdom and humility so I will simply follow You. Open my eyes and heart to the stranger as well as those close to me.

Bible reference: Proverbs 21:1-21

Pray, period. November 29, 2016

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Lord, as I walk this life's journey, I pray that I never turn my back on others. May my actions be a reflection of my love and thankfulness for You. My life is full of blessings You have given me, and without You, I have nothing and am nothing.

Bible reference: Matthew 25:35-40; Philippians 2:4; Galatians 6:2; Proverbs 22:9; Matthew 5:19, 42

Pray, period. November 28, 2016

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Lord, I do not trust in my talents, diligence, money, education, "luck," or others to help me meet this challenge. I trust in You. I know my power is in the faith-based boldness that only comes from knowing You intimately. With the strength of Your Holy Spirit in my arsenal, there is only victory ahead. Amen!

Bible reference: Zechariah 4:6-7; 1 John 5:4-5

Pray, period. November 27, 2016

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As I get down on my knees, I bring to You specific concerns for which You have led me to pray. As I rise from the place of prayer, may Your kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience shine through me and lighten the hearts of others.

Bible reference: 1 Timothy 2:1; Ephesians 6:18

Pray, period. November 26, 2016

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Lord, I am reminded of Your strength, especially when I feel weak. You guide me, instruct me, and protect me. What a wide place of grace You have given for my steps to be secure! I am so grateful for Your love and support!

Bible reference: Psalm 18:31-36

Pray, period. November 25, 2016

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Lord, thank You for my spouse. Give me the right words and the sensitivity to show how much I love him/her. Never let us take each other for granted, for that would truly be a sin. Give us Your special touch so that we may never part. For what You have brought together shall not be put asunder.

Bible reference: Matthew 19:6; Mark 10:9

Pray, period. November 24, 2016

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Dear Lord, we thank You for all You have provided for us each day, each year. May our hearts and hands be open to share our time and our treasure with those in need. Help us to remember to be thankful every day, for each day of life is another opportunity to bless someone, and grow closer to You, for Your mercy endures forever!

Bible reference: Psalm 136

Pray, period. November 23, 2016

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Lord, You provide us, over and over, the guidelines for living in eternity with You; yet it seems to be so easy to forget the steps to that heavenly life. Let this picture of completeness, from Your Word, remind us of the blessings that await all of Your faithful followers. Give us the will by the power of Your Spirit, to walk in the path You've prepared for us.

Bible reference: Isaiah 35:3-10

Pray, period. November 22, 2016

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Lord, I humble myself before You, bowing down at Your throne. You are so great, so awesome. Your presence fills this universe. I am filled with Your amazing love, touched by Your compassion. There is no one like You in my life, my Master, my Lord, my God!

Bible reference: Psalm 113

Pray, period. November 21, 2016

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Lord, I am looking in Your Word for courage and strength. You are my rock and my refuge. Bring me up to where You are. I want to commune with You, to rest with You, to be head over heels "in trust" with You. Show me how to do that.

Bible reference: Psalm 9:10; Psalm 28:7; Psalm 91:1-16; Proverbs 3:5-6; Joshua 1:9

Pray, period. November 20, 2016

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It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord and to sing praises unto Your name, O most High: to show forth Your loving kindness in the morning, and Your faithfulness every night. Upon an instrument of ten strings and upon the psaltery; upon the harp with a solemn sound. For You, Lord have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the work of Your hands! O Lord, how great are Your works and Your thoughts, very deep! Amen!

Bible reference: Psalm 92:1-5

Pray, period. November 19, 2016

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I praise You, Father and give You thanks, for searching me and knowing me. Thank You for surrounding me on every side, behind me and before me. Know my heart and lead my every step. Let me feel Your embrace! Hallelujah!

Bible reference: Psalm 139:1-10

Pray, period. November 18, 2016

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Dear Lord, open my heart to the life You and our Heavenly Father have for me. Help me to thirst for the things only You can provide. You are what I need. You are what makes me whole.


Bible reference: John 4:10-14; Psalm 65:9-13; Psalm 145:16

Pray, period. November 17, 2016

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Lord, bless my spouse today. Help us grow closer together with each passing year. Lead us to do what You have called us to do, as one standing before You this day. Help us to treasure each other more. Give us strength, hope, wisdom, and guidance.

Bible reference: Proverbs 5:18; Ecclesiastes 9:9; Ephesians 5:22-29

Pray, period. November 16, 2016

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Here I am, Lord, asking You again this morning to meet my needs. I've been so down with all the things that have been happening in the world, in my home, in my family. Help me again today to gather as much as I need and be content with that. Grant me Your peace.

Bible reference: Isaiah 26:3; Philippians 4:6-7

Praying for the Future Spouse of Your Children

As a parent of three adult children, two of whom are single, I believe it is never too early (or too late) to start praying for your children's future spouses. When my son-in-law asked my late husband for our oldest daughter's hand in marriage, the number one requirement and only question was, "Do you love the Lord?" The answer was, "Yes, sir! I love the Lord." And six years later, I am very happy to say that the young man's answer is evident in the way he cares for and respects my daughter.

I desire the same for my second daughter and my only son. In turn, I pray that all three children exemplify the love of Christ in the homes they create with their spouses.

The following is a list of characteristics that may be helpful to pray for the future spouses of our children - with scripture.

Lord, please:

1. Draw my child's spouse to Your bosom, to be a wo/man after God's own heart; a maturing believer who can be a strong spiritual support/leader in their home, that they may encourage one another in a deeper relationship with You. (Ephesians 5:25-28)
2. Develop within my child's mate a desire to seek and ask forgiveness when wrong from both God and man. (1 John 1:8-9)
3. Teach my child's spouse the basics of spiritual warfare; how to flee temptation, how to take thoughts captive, how to stand firm against the devil's evil schemes. (1 Peter 5:8-9; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; James 4:7-8)
4. Give my child's spouse a hunger for God through prayer and Bible study. (Matthew 13:23; 2 Timothy 2:15)
5. Provide my child's spouse with deep, satisfying personal relationships that will prepare her/him for marriage without compromising her/his purity. (1 Thessalonians 4:3-8)
6. Bless my child's mate with the proper attitude toward money, giving, receiving and working. Help her/him learn how to budget, save, and sow into Your ministries, as You lead and guide. (1 Timothy 6:6-11)
7. Help my child's spouse to become a master of good, uplifting communication. Protect her/him from foul language and angry response. (Colossians 3:8)
8. Help my child's spouse to make a commitment to the truth, to choose honesty in every situation, even when tempted to lie to lessen punishment or consequences. (Ephesians 4:25)
9. Show my child's spouse what You want her/him to do with her/his life. Help her/him to seek Your purpose. (1 Timothy 4:12).


I hope these are helpful as we continue to pray without ceasing for ourselves, one another and our precious children.

Pray, period. November 15, 2016

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Lord, thank You for Your Living Water inside of me, renewing me, refreshing me, empowering me, quenching my thirst and giving me life! For these gifts I give Your praise as I dedicate my life to Your service!

Bible reference: John 7:37-39

Pray, period. November 14, 2016

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When I can't forgive, when I can't control my anger, I know I am giving the devil a foothold into my relationships and situations. Help me to be a forgiving person, looking for healing and reconciliation instead of bitterness and retribution. You are my life and my light.

Bible reference: Matthew: 6:14; Colossians 3:13

Pray, period. November 13, 2016

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Nothing will cause me dismay with You by my side, O Lord of my life. Help me to seek Your advice, Your Word, before I speak, before I move, before I act. Guide me through this maze of life, Lord, with the assurance that You always walk before me.

Bible reference: Psalm 37:34; 62:5; James 1:19-20: Deuteronomy 31:8

Pray, period. November 12, 2016

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Father, thank You for the gifts You give. Bless me with understanding of my strength, help me to use it for Your good. Thank You for the love You give so freely.

Bible reference: Romans 12:1-8

Pray, period. November 11, 2016

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"The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?" Lord, Your Word is true, and I testify of the peace, comfort, joy and love I have in my spirit in the midst of the storms of life and the evil in this world. Abide in me, and continue to mold me to Your glory, an instrument of Your peace.

Bible reference: Psalm 27:1

Pray, period. November 10, 2016

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Lord, I thank You for being with me as I spend my quiet time in Your presence. When I am in the wilderness, You tell me not to fear. You tell me to rise in Your strength, and remind me that You are doing a new thing in my life. And then You open my eyes and direct me to the living water. Amen.

Bible reference: Isaiah 41:10; Isaiah 43:18-19

Pray, period. November 9, 2016

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"The LORD is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Those who know Your name TRUST IN YOU, for You, O LORD, do not abandon those who search for You." Psalm 9:9-10

"The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my Savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety." Psalm 18:2

Pray, period. November 8, 2016

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Dear Lord, You perform miracles through Your power. Help us to see Your power and glory each day.

Bible reference: John 2:1-11

Pray, period. November 7, 2016

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Dear Father, I celebrate YOU!! You are my one and only giver of all good things. Thank You for working through me and loving me through it all. You are my hope and salvation!

Bible reference: Ephesians 3:20-21; James 1:17

Pray, period. November 6, 2016

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Dear God, today we want to walk in the Light of the Lord as Your children. Help me to participate in the things that are pleasing to You!

Bible reference: Ephesians 5:6-14

Pray, period. November 5, 2016

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Thank You, Lord, for choosing and creating me! Thank You for preparing a path for me! You are worthy to be praised!

Bible reference: Isaiah 43:16-21; Psalm 34:1-3

 

Pray, period. November 4, 2016

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Lord, remind me today that nothing can separate me from Your love. I may face many challenges, but You are with me, guiding my steps.

Bible reference: Romans 8:31-39; Psalm 119:133

Pray, period. November 3, 2016

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Dear Father, help me to keep my mind and heart set on You. Remind me that people are not who I believe in or follow; it's You. You are the One I worship and love. Help me to point others to You and radiate Your love.

Bible reference: 1 Corinthians 3:6-11

Pray, period. November 2, 2016

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Within this early morning silence, speak to me, Lord. Tell me what You would have me do this day. Help me to seek You first, and like Job, to esteem Your Word more than my necessary food. And when I come to You as night falls, lead me back to Your Word and give me the rest I need.

Bible reference: Job 23:12; Matthew 6:33

Pray, period. November 1, 2016

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Lord, I come before You in the beauty of holiness this morning. Everywhere I look, the earth testifies of Your glory! Thank You for the very air I breathe.

Bible reference: Psalm 19:1-6