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.” Matthew 21:22

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.” – Jeremiah 31:25

11/02/2022

  Gracious Heavenly Father, we come in to Your presence  and give thanks with a greatful heart. 
    Lord, thank You for standing beside us in all circumstances and providing us with the means to live a victorious life amidst the flaming darts of the evil one.  
    Lord, may we hold the great shield of faith and do what pleases You and furthers Your kingdom on earth.   
    Lord, walk ahead of us and make our crooked paths straight. Guide us when we are at the crossroads. 
    Lord, may we not fear, but believe and be courageous to the end so that we bear fruit to the glory of Your holy name. 
    In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise: 
Jesus said,..., “Do not fear, only believe.” Mark 5:36

10/02/2022

 Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us the opportunity to come to Your presence with a thankful heart.
     Lord, we seek Your face,  with our focus and trust that all things are wrougt by prayer and we can do all things through Your strength.  
     Lord, today, we, as Your people, stand in the gap for our nation, that is filled with anxiety on all fronts - our health, civil unrest, financial hardships, and other controversies. Give our leaders Your wisdom and guidance to ensure that peace, justice and sovereignty is upheld.
     Lord, may we remember the gift of salvation given to us. May we, with gratitude in our hearts all day long  overflowing with joy, pray for the salvation of our countrymen, also to receive the salvation. We trust in You and our hope is in You.
     In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city...Pray to the Lord for it (country's prosperity) , because if it (country) prospers, you too will prosper.
 Jeremiah 29:7

09/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning.
     Lord, we praise and thank You, for allowing us to live another beautiful day under Your protection. You are always full of grace and mercy. 
     Lord, thank You for reminding us that You are the one who sustain us and satisfy us each day.
     Lord, thank You for having great plans for each one of us; plans to prosper and not to harm us. Even though our hope is deferred, may we not fret but wait patiently till our hearts desire is fulfilled. 
     Lord, we pray, especially for those who are unemployed, laid off and expecting a breakthrough in their life for a long time. Grant them their desires of their heart. 
     Lord, we commend all of us today as we begin to do  our work as guided by You. May we close the day with gratitude in our hearts for Your presence with each one of us.
     In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord , plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11

08/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for Your grace that has brought us thus far.
     Lord, we thank You for enabling us with Your wisdom and guidance as we look to You each day. We are weak, but by Your strength we are made perfect. Strengthen us not to set our eyes on the worldly things and allow ourselves to be sidetracked, giving way to pettiness.
     Lord, we submit ourselves into Your hands, for, our days are in Your hands. May we fulfill the purpose You have for each one of us on this earth for Your glory.  
     Lord, our hope is in You alone. You alone are worthy of all praises and the entire honor in the world. Bless us with Your heavenly riches and goodness.
     In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
For You, O Lord, are good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon You. Psalms 86:5

07/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, we praise and thank You this morning with elation in our hearts. 
     Lord, may we feel Your presence and greatness this hour, that we are to experience today and throughout this week.
     Lord, thank You for Your goodness which is not just sometimes but all the times, and, not just good to some people, but is good to all.
     Lord, thank You for making known to us, of Your mighty deeds, and the splendor of Your glorious kingdom.
     Lord, thank You for Your unfailing  promises that come with a guarantee. For, they will surely be fulfilled in our lives ; we can count and name them one by one. 
     Lord, thank You for Your grace that is sufficient for us, no matter who we are or what our situations are. You lift us up when we fall down; fight our battles on our behalf and does not allow us to be shamed. Be near to us and lead us through the week.
     In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
The Lord is near....to all who call on Him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear Him; He hears their cry and saves them. 
Psalms 145:18‭-‬19

06/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this blessed Sunday.. 
    
Lord, "Thank YOU",  for assuring us to  be our Good Shepherd to guard us each day.
    
Lord, "Thank YOU",  for Your promise to watch over our thoughts and guide us to walk aright.
    
Lord, "Thank YOU", for the promise that You would turn  all the curses into blessings on each one of us.
    
Lord, even if we had ten thousand tongues, it just wouldn' t be enough to say "Thank YOU".  
    
Lord, continue to pour out Your Spirit and embolden us to live a life without fear. We take refuge under the shadow of  Your wings. 

In Jesus'  name we pray,  Amen.

Today's Promise:
Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. 
1 John 4:4

05/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day. 

Lord, we remember and thank You for all that You have done for us during the week. Thank You for Your greater mercies and grace. 

Lord, we thank You for all the signs You give us through which we believe that You hear and answer our prayer. May we not focus on the pain areas that may weaken us and lead to doubting or wavering, and  weakening of our faith.
     
Lord, thank You for Your forgiveness, and showing us Your goodness again and again, in spite of our imperfections. May the light in our hearts never be extinguished whatever situations we go through.

Lord, may joy remain in our hearts , and may each one of us confidently say, "it is well with my soul",  for, Your  words are sweet to our soul and healing to our bones. 
     
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 
Proverbs 16:24

04/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, as Your sheep, may we hear Your  whispering voice, gently assuring us Your unconditional love and Your forgiveness. 
     
Lord, clear all distraction and doubt that may gain entry as we wake up. Align our thoughts to Your unfailing promise that carries us through each day.
     
Lord, thank You for leading our family besides the still waters and guiding us along the right paths. Thank You for assuring us to fill us with Your goodness and mercy, always.
     
Lord, this morning we intercede as a family, for all the children who are left uncared for and are exposed to unprotected and vulnerable atmosphere and subjected to abuse. Protect them under Your wings and carry them on Your shoulders.
     
Lord, we also intercede for all those women who struggle each day to provide for their family. Guard them from the domestic violence and other discomfort they may face at their work spots.
     
Lord, strengthen the untiring efforts of all our brethren, who put in their best to provide for their family members. Let their work be established and their earnings prosper and be sufficient to meet their needs.
      
Lord, help our minds to stay on You  and under Your care each day. Fulfill Your promises in our life and keep our heart in perfect peace.
    
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.  Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord  God is an everlasting rock.
Isaiah 26:3 & 4

03/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for today filled with Your mercy and grace. 
     
Lord, thank You for providing us a healthy atmosphere, freedom and comfort to pray from our homes, in the quiet hours of this morning.
     
Lord, may we be strengthened by Your Spirit. We rejoice, that You rule and guide each of us; that our path in life is lead to what is right and good; and to walk through temptations and struggles.
     
Lord, we remember and pray for the poor, the weak, the lowly, the sick, and the suffering. Intercede with us so that we may be alert and always keep on praying for all the people. 
     
Lord, help us to go forward, finding new courage and joy for ourselves and for our fellow brethren. May we not seek and pray for the welfare of our family alone but to do good to others and pray for others, for, that pleases You, our Heavenly Father.

In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.

Today's Promise:
And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
Hebrews 13:16

02/02/2022

Gracious Heavenly  Father, thank You for adding another blessed beautiful morning in our life. 

Lord, thank You for the abundant blessings showered on each one of us, individually and on our family. 

Lord, we are weak and have only mustard seed faith. But You have been so gracious and merciful. You stood by our side, and strengthened us by Your Spirit, always. We thank You. 

Lord, thank You for guiding us thus far, and guarding our minds and hearts and for keeping away all the bitterness. 

Lord, You being our Helper, may we live every moment of this day and the days ahead in Your presence. 

Lord, lead us and guide us in all our actions, that we may bring credit to Your name and honour to our Master. 

Lord, You alone is our Rock and our Fortress. Lord, may this promise sustain us, as we move forward in faith. 

In Jesus'  name we pray, Amen.

Today’s promise:
For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.
Proverbs 9:11