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A Small Morning Family Prayer

31/01/2022
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning. Thank You for waking us up healthy and safe on this new day.
Lord, as we enter a new week, may we find favour in Your sight that will be far better and greater than our past. Make a way where there seems to be no way.
Lord, we may, in our weakness go astray as we face each challenge and temptation ; be it at home, at work, and in our other transactions. Pardon us and help us to overcome such situations.
Lord, may we not retreat in our faith, but abide in You. Hold our hand, and walk us through, so that, together we can face tomorrow.
Lord, thank You for the blessings You have in store for each one of us. May we be confident and conscious that if we have faith, "we will receive".
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Jesus, “and whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith.β Matthew 21:22 -
A Small Morning Family Prayer

29/01/2022
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for bringing us to the close of this week.
Lord, thank You for guiding us and giving us hope through the week. You desired to hear from us and to speak to us each morning. It was not our mental fortitude but Your Spirit that strengthened all of us to face spiritual, emotional, and physical stress. You were by our side always.
Lord, thank You for all the blessings showered upon us and for the hedge of protection around us that saved us through many dangers and snares.
Thank You for walking ahead of us and making the crooked paths straight.
Lord, refresh us and all those who toiled through the week to earn their livelihood. Give them rest and a peaceful weekend. Let their earnings be sufficient enough to meet their needs. Provide them as You provided our needs and wants.
Lord, we trust in Your plans that are designed for us to prosper. You are an awesome God.....Let Your will alone be done in our lives.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s promise:
I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint.β – Jeremiah 31:25 -
THE LORD IS OUR REDEEMER

25/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before You this morning and thank You with all our hearts.
Lord, as this day unfold for a fresh start, take control of our hearts and infuse us with Your Spirit. Counsel us on all our ways and all that we do today.
Lord, You are near to the broken-hearted and close to all who are crushed in spirit. Let everyone feel Your presence throughout this day.
Lord, as a family, we intercede for all those who are still not aware of Your redemption. Give everyone of us, the burden to share the gospel boldly with our neighbours.
Lord, let Your hand be with them also so that they may also take refuge in You and not be condemned. For, You are the Redeemer of the world.
Lord, give us the courage and strength to walk through each moment according to Your will, for, we take refuge in You alone.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The Lord redeems the life of His servants; none of those who take refuge in Him will be condemned. Psalm 34:22 -
THE LORD SHALL MAKE YOU GO OUT LEAPING LIKE CALVES

24/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning.
Lord, we remember and thank all the signs and wonders You have shown to establish Your name among us.
Lord, You are our stronghold; in our great hardships and on the verge of collapse. We will hold true until Your great day comes and Your will is done.
Lord, continue to sustain us and give us the strength to walk through the path in faith and hope that You are with us. We trust in You, oh Lord.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
But for you who fear My name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shall go out leaping like calves from the stall. Malachi 4:2 -
OUR LORD IS NEAR US. HE WILL FIGHT ALL OUR BATTLES

23/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning added by Your grace.
Lord, we thank and honor You as a family. Thank You for this day that is filled with full of gratitude and manifold blessings and goodness showered upon us. Thank You for all the provisions, food and shelter.
Lord, let Your hand be with everyone of us as we begin this week. May we embrace and face any challenge that comes our way and be confident You are near to us, and will fight all our life's battle.
Lord, let our eyes see Your hand and our hearts open to see You at work in all the matters we are to take up today and this week. Guide us and guard us.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth. Psalm 145:18 -
OUR LORD WILL BE WITH YOU WHEREVER YOU GO

22/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for the worship Sunday.
Lord, we come to Your presence as one congregation, united as one family. Speak Your Word into the depths of our hearts, so that it stills our fears and calms our anxieties.
Lord, enable us to affirm our faith in true Spirit and celebrate our distinct abilities and strive for the oneness of heart and mind for the well being of Your creation. Help us to be grafted into Christ so that we may bear much fruit.
Lord, through this prayer we share the peace πwith all our family and friends. We go into the new week trusting in Your promises.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. "Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9 -
THE LORD’S REWARD IS RICHES & HONOR & LIFE

21/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for bringing us to the close of this week. Thank You for granting us Your mercies You had kept in store for us.
Lord, may we persevere in holding our confidence in You and walk forward with our heads held high. For, our confidence comes from You, not from our own capabilities.
Lord, thank You for your intervention in step of our life and for changing the course of events that may bring us sadness and disappointments.
Lord, we remember and pray for all the laborers, workers. Bless their earnings of this week. Make it sufficient enough to meet their needs. We also pray for other professionals. Fill every home with Your riches, happiness, health and prosperity.
Lord, strengthen us to remain truthful and firm in our faith till we receive the reward from You.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Proverbs 22:4 -
JESUS IS THE BREAD OF LIFE

20/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for Your presence and eagerly waiting to hear our prayers. Let our eyes and hearts feel and realise Your presence this morning.
Lord, touch us by Your grace and ever enduring love as we look upto You. Watch over us all the time and make our steps steady each moment.
Lord, may we not forget Your assurances and fail to recognise Your presence and attempt to handle the challenges relying on our own strength. Grant us Your forgiveness.
Lord, may we not grumble about anything, but only believe in Your Son Jesus. Quench our thirst by the
living water and feed us with the bread of life.
Lord, may we not stand amidst the doubting crowd but kneel before You, and
submit our petitions with confidence in our hearts, saying, "surely this is the Son of God".
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise
Jesus said to them, βI am the bread of life; whoever comes to Me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in Me shall never thirst. John 6:35 -
THE LORD IS OUR GOOD SHEPHERD

19/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this day.
Lord, compassionate our caring Good Shepherd, we seek Your face this morning who cares for Your flock so that we lack nothing.
Lord, You being our Shepherd, will lead Your flock by the still waters. You are a God of abundance who make us walk by the pastures that are lush and green.
Lord, we are not good all the time. But, You, our Lord is good all the time who will always guide us back onto the correct path when we go astray.
Lord, we enter into this day with an extremely comforting thought that reduces our stress and drain us of our positive energy.
Lord, give us the ability to help others, by filling our Cups to overflow, so that we can offer more to others. May we walk in integrity of heart and humility of spirit all the days of our life - for Your greater praise and glory.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's promise:
Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:32 -
GREAT IS OUR LORD

18/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed day.
Lord, You are the font of all goodness and righteousness. May we find favor in Your eyes today and get a glimpse of Your unconditional love that You have for each one of us.
Lord, help us to meditate often on all the wonders and mysterious ways You have lead us.
Lord, continue to sustain us, we pray, and give us the strength for the paths on which You lead us. May we not be discouraged but be courageous against all troubles, through Your Spirit.
Lord, protect us in mind, heart, and spirit. Renew our lives forevermore.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The Lord is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His works. Psalm 145:17 -
OUR HELP COMES FROM THE LORD. HE IS OUR KEEPER

17/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come to Your presence this morning with a thankful heart.
Lord, thank You for Your unfailing grace showered upon us. Let our faith in You remain firm and increase each day. Help us to get a clearer vision through Your unfailing promises.
Lord, continue to strengthen us in every way, especially when we are in need and in distress. At this time, we intercede for the sick and those who feel abandoned.
Lord, we also intercede for the family(ies) that is (are) going through various difficult situations. Let each member feel and experience Your calm assurance because You are in control of all things.
Lord, You are our Keeper. You are our shade on our right hand. May we look upto You , for, our help comes from You alone.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The Lord is your keeper; the Lord is your shade on your right hand. Psalm 121:5 -
TAKE COURAGE. YOUR WORK SHALL BE REWARDED

16/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this day filled with riches of Your eternal grace and for all that You are holding for us in heaven.
Lord, pour out in great measure, Your never-failing grace, Your matchless mercy, and Your inner peace which is beyond human understanding.
Lord, may we remember that we are not called according to our own merit but by Your grace and Your grace alone.
Lord, may we be strong and be courageous in our Christian walk and exhibit the qualities of faithfulness, fortitude and forbearance through all our interactions this week.
Lord, make us worthy to receive the reward You have for us. Use us for Your greater praise and glory.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
But you, take courage. Do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded. 2 Chronicles 15:7
