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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.” 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.” – Jeremiah 31:25 -
WE ARE THE LORD’S CHOSEN HERITAGE.
15/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning.
Lord, we entrust our country to Your loving care.on our 🇮🇳, nation’s 78th Independence day.
Lord, may we, as Your chosen heritage live a witnessing life as "Your Kingdom cultured citizens" in our country, amidst the complexities of our governance and citizenship.
Lord, we pray for our President, Prime Minister and all our leaders in authority. Bless and guide them so that they may uphold the values of democracy and secularism.
Lord, let every citizen enjoy the true freedom, especially let those oppressed be freed from all bondages.
Lord, we remember all our armymen and freedom fighters who laid down their lives for our freedom. We pray for the protection of our armed forces and for prosperity across all professions, infrastructures, human and natural resources of our country.
Lord, may we live a witnessing life and boldly proclaim the gospel that brings salvation to everyone. Let Your Spirit fall afresh on all of us and grant us the true freedom.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
2 Corinthians 3:17
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. -
GOD WORKS IN US.
14/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before You realizing that we are a new creation in Christ and that You live in us.
Lord, thank You for all the blessings showered upon us and for protecting our family from all snares and dangers.
Lord, we pray in the humility of our heart, seeking transformation of our mind into the mind of Christ so that we may recognise other's pain & need and respond accordingly.
Lord, it is You, who alone is worthy to receive all honour and praise. We pray that we draw ever closer to You and that we may decrease, and You may increase.
Lord, may Your Spirit make us of one mind with Jesus Christ. Let all our relationships with others be better, submit in patience, better to serve, loving them with the Savior in every step of our ways.
Lord, empower us by Your Holy Spirit to walk & work in Your ways. Thank You for Your Word and unending love.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Philippians 2:13
….for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure. -
JESUS IS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. WE WILL NOT WALK IN DARKNESS IF WE FOLLOW HIM
13/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this blessed morning. We come into Your presence with our hearts full of thanks and gratitude for all that You have done for us.
Lord, forgive us the moments we more often chose to walk in darkness rather than in light. May the light of Your love continue to shine brightly in our heart and guide us to walk and abide in the Light of life.
Lord, we intercede for those who are lost in darkness. Let Your light shine brightly in their lives too, leading them to redemption and eternal life.
Lord, we place our petitions before You and seek Your Spirit's guidance through all our life’s challenges.
Lord, in our weakness may we not go back to darkness , but with Your strength walk in a manner that is well-pleasing to You.
Lord, let our lives, our actions and our words be a testament to Your goodness and mercy. Help us to shine in Your light to all those around us.
In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
John 8:12
Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” -
OUR LORD WILL COVER US UNDER HIS PINIONS
12/08/20241
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed new day.
Lord, as we enter this new week, we seek Your presence and infinite unconditional goodness. Cast away all anxiety that may discourage us and weaken our faith.
Lord, forgive us for neglecting to follow You as You lead us into green pastures and beside the still waters. May we follow You with our whole heart, along the paths of righteousness.
Lord, You are in control of our life and the lives of every one. Replenish our mind & soul, our body & spirit so that we find rest in You and with You.
Lord, we submit all our needs and the work of everyone under Your divine care. Encircle us around our family, friends and relatives, so that we are safe in Your hands. Hide us under Your pinions. You are our shield and our rampart.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Psalm 91:4
He will cover you with His pinions, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and buckler. -
OUR LORD’S WORD IS THE TRUTH. HE HAS ADOPTED US AS HIS SONS & DAUGHTERS
11/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before You this morning, with our hearts filled with gratitude, that there is no condemnation in Christ.
Lord, thank You for the amazing grace and unconditional love that has been showered down on us, adopted as Your children, without measure and without cost.
Lord, give us the strength to honor You through our bodies, as they are referred to as Your temple and the Spirit resides in it.
Lord, we submit our life to You each day. Use us as a vessel of Your love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and gentleness.
Lord, help us to obey Your commandments. Sanctify us by Your word.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
John 17:17
….He lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said, “Sanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth.” -
OUR FAITH & HOPE IN GOD IS NOT IN VAIN
10/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we lift our hearts to You this Saturday morning with a thankful heart.
Lord, thank You for being merciful and gracious. Your living Word strengthens us in faith, patience, and hope.
Lord, thank You, for, You have pardoned and healed us , forgiven and redeemed us ,and crowned us with loving-kindness and great compassion. We are confident and bold enough to say, "Our faith was not in vain, our hope was not in vain.
Lord, Your promise for us does not concern with human desires but with fulfillment of Your unfailing promise in our lives. Thank You for the grace that is sufficient for us in all the situations that we may encounter.
Lord, our lives may often seem hopeless and full of challenges, but Your powers are still living among us, working for our good and awakening us to a new life, each day. Thank You for the compassion You show on us as our Heavenly Father.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Psalm 103:13
As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear Him. -
IF WE SEEK FIRST THE KINGDOM OF GOD ALL THESE THINGS WILL BE ADDED TO US
09/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning.
Lord, You are worthy of all our praise and that Your joy strengthens our trust and increases our love for You. May we never cease to rejoice in You all the days of our life.
Lord, thank You for Your guidance along the path that we walked throughout the week. It was Your grace that sustained us, and the hope that helped us move forward each day.
Lord, let Your unchanging and limitless love be present with us, so that the gentleness be evident with all those we interact with. Let our lives be a testament to Your power, love, and faithfulness.
Lord, bring in a spiritual revival in all our hearts. May we be steadfast and unwavering in our prayers for everyone's well being through our practical actions.
Lord, empower us with the perseverance we need, to seek the kingdom of God and Your righteousness to receive all that You have in store for us.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Matthew 6:33
Jesus, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” -
OUR LORD WILL NOT FORSAKE US. HE IS OUR STRONGHOLD
08/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for giving us another day.
Lord, be present in our midst as we gather together as a family. We bring our intercessions and petitions before You in one accord for ourselves and for our family & friends.
Lord, renew our strength as we walk on the path You have set for us. Guide us through whatever course our lives may take, whatever battles and suffering may come to us, for we belong to You.
Lord, we bring before You the pains of those struggling to get over their traumatic experience of the recent landslides and heavey rains. Hear the cries of the orphaned children and laments of bereaved parents.
Lord, be their Rock and their stronghold at this time of difficulty, so that they may stand still. Give them Your protection as they are housed in various places.
Lord, our trust is in You whose awesome power and strength fills us and inspires us to be strong in the face of all of life's difficulties. You have not forsaken us anytime. We thank You.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s promise:
Psalm 9:9-10
The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know Your name put their trust in You, for You, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seekYou. -
HOLD YOUR CONFIDENCE & ENDURE TILL THE END TO RECEIVE WHAT IS PROMISED
07/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this new day filled with Your new mercies.
Lord, You are an awesome God who makes everything new & beautiful in Your time. May we remember that You are bigger than any challenges we may face, and nothing is hidden from Your eyes, and that Your will alone be done.
Lord, in our fickleminded nature and weakness we may drift away from You and start focussing on the worldly challenges and struggles. Help us to overcome the stress that arises due to any such challenges.
Lord, we intercede for those who struggle with prolonged sickness, debts, joblessness, judicial matters, family breakups, delayed parenthood and many other issues. Strengthen them with Your power and give them the confidence that they would surely receive what You have promised them.
Lord, let our thoughts not rule our hearts but be taken through the ways You have set before us, guided by You. Just strengthen us to endure till the end and to remain truthful as Your witnesses, always.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Hebrews 10:35-36
Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised. -
OUR LORD WILL FULFILL OUR HEART’S DESIRE IF WE DRAW NEAR & DELIGHT IN HIM
06/08/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed morning.
Lord, we draw near to You even as we are unworthy, with a broken and contrite heart. Help us to resist the influences of the world and flesh, that awaits to creep in our mind as we wake up this morning.
Lord, let our eyes & ears be sharpened to listen to see Your presence near us and to hear Your silent whisper, guiding us through each moment.
Lord, may we be satisfied with Your grace that is sufficiently showered upon each one of us.
Lord, forgive us the moments we have knowingly done something wrong and have avoided doing what is right.
Lord, we pray for the needs of all of us. Let our desires be aligned with Your will. May we take delight in You & wait patiently, firmly hoping upon Your promise that You will surely fulfill our heart's desire.
In Jesus' name we be, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Psalms 37:4
Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.
A Small Morning Family Prayer
Let us Start our day with A Small Morning Family Prayer
A Small Morning Family Prayer 