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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 -
THE LORD WILL REVEAL HIS COVENANT TO US IF WE FEAR HIM
22/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before You this morning with praise and thanksgiving in our hearts.
Lord, You have been our Friend and our Saviour whose compassion and lovingkindness have been from of old. We offer this prayer with confidence and faith for ourselves and for all our brothers and sisters.
Lord, as we read Your Word each day, open our eyes to see the truth and embed it in our mind. Open our ears to listen to Your promptings by the Holy Spirit.
Lord, we pray for all those who do not know whom or where to seek comfort and guidance during trials and struggle. Let them know that You are always there to hear and answer, to heal and comfort and help. Make us a channel to share this truth as we meet them.
Lord, thank You for revealing the secret of Your covenant. May we fear You and never stray from the path of righteousness.
Lord, may we trust in You and remain worthy of Your mercy, compassion, peace, and love to receive all the spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Psalms 89:34
I will not violate My covenant, or alter the word that went forth from My lips. -
WE ARE HIS FLOCK. HE WILL LEAD US LIKE A SHEPHERD
21/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this day.
Lord, thank You for being our refuge and strength. Keep us as Your own, whom You redeemed through the sacrifice of Your Son Jesus Christ.
Lord, we are Your little flock, and You are our Good Shepherd. Forgive our actions that brought You sadness and disgrace. Accept those actions that brought You glory and joy.
Lord, may we not be distracted by any kind of challenges. Stir our hearts to accept and obey Your will than ours.
Lord, let the time we spent on meditating Your Word during this Lenten season, be worthy and acceptable in Your sight. May we emerge stronger in our faith than before, and share the gospel boldly with everyone.
Lord, surround us, embrace us, listen to our heart's voice and keep us close to Your bosom.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s promise:
Isaiah 40:11
He will tend His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs in His arms; He will carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those that are with young. -
IF WE SEEK THE LORD’S KINGDOM & RIGHTEOUSNESS, ALL THINGS WILL BE ADDED TO US
20/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this new morning.
Lord, thank You for Your grace that is abundant and is extended to all who believe in Your redemption.
Lord, we come to You as a little flock, asking You to accept us and keep us as Your own. Let our every thought be focused on seeking You, Your kingdom and Your righteousness.
Lord, may we not doubt Your goodness but trust that all these things shall be added unto us. Help us to develop the right attitude to trust You in all things.
Lord, let Your name alone be praised above all and in the whole world so that all people may acknowledge You and receive what they need from You. We put our trust in You who promised us to walk with us at all times.
Lord, we entrust ourselves to Your hands and enter into this day. Be with us, through Your Spirit.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. -
GRACIOUS & MERCIFUL IS OUR LORD WHOSE STEADFAST LOVE COMFORTS US
19/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, our merciful God, thank You for Your grace this day.
Lord, thank You for strengthening us by Your Spirit, that helps us to remain firm in our faith and to serve You as Your children at all times.
Lord, Your words bring comfort and abundant blessings to us. May we bring praise and glory to Your name as we receive every gracious moment from You.
Lord, set the light aflame in our hearts to prepare ourselves for the coming of the great day of Your resurrection. You are our Father ; our Comforter and Deliverer.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s promise:
Psalm 119:76
Let your steadfast love comfort me according to Your promise to your servant. -
OUR LORD HAS PLANS FOR OUR WELFARE & OUR FUTURE
18/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed new morning.
Lord, we praise and thank You for Your grace and mercy, that allows us to live another beautiful week under Your protection.
Lord, thank You for reminding us that You are the one who sustains us and satisfies us each day.
Lord, thank You for the great plans You have for each one of us; to prosper us. May we not fret or give up when our hope is deferred but wait patiently for Your time to come.
Lord, we place before You all the challenges and desires of our heart. Let the power of Your Truth bring forgiveness, healing, renewal, and restoration - no matter how uncertain things may seem.
Lord, we trust in Your Word that will not return empty, without accomplishing great things. May we close the day with gratitude in our hearts.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you, declare the Lord , plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. -
THE LORD WHO IS IN US IS GREATER THAN THE ONE WHO IS IN THE WORLD
17/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us yet another worship Sunday.
Lord, we humble ourselves low at the Cross and gather in Your Church.
Help us to see more and more of Your beauty and grace, cleansed of our sins, through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Lord, this morning, we, citizens of Your Kingdom, rise up & stand together in one accord and pray for the upcoming parliament & Bishopric elections, from every home, Church and prayer groups.
Lord, we pray for all those in authority who manage this whole election process. Give them wisdom and discernment to ensure free and fair elections across the country & diocese.
Lord, may we realise that it's our solemn duty not only to cast our vote but to encourage others to exercise their franchise too, without fear or favour.
Lord, we rely on You alone cautiously navigating through this period. May we rejoice always in the hope of a better tomorrow and endure everything with patience.
Lord, may we realise and conduct ourselves in a way that honours Your name, for You, who is with us, is greater than the one who is in the world.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
1 John 4:4
Little children, you are from God, and have conquered them; for the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. -
THE LORD WILL KEEP US IN PERFECT PEACE
16/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed weekend. We thank You for renewing our heart and soul each day with Your grace and strength.
Lord, thank You for the privilege given to receive every good and perfect gift from You and for feeding us everyday.
Lord, open our minds and hearts as we spend our quiet time with You this weekend, reading and meditating upon Your word.
Lord, let the Holy Spirit help us and guide us in body and spirit today with a desire to meet with You and to hear You speak words of affirmation and assurance.
Lord, keep us in Your perfect peace, because we trust in You. We await Your deliverance and healing to the world.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Isaiah 26:3
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You,because he trusts in You. -
THE LORD WHO PROMISED IS FAITHFUL
15/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come to Your presence this morning in oneness, with a thankful heart.
Lord, You are awesome and wonderful. We realise and experience the greatness of Your power and the strength of Your mighty arm.
Lord, may we always be mindful that we should serve You in self denial and be faithful on all our ways and look to the great promise You have given to each one of us.
Lord, let Your hand be upon us and provide all the mercies we need today. Forgive us our trespasses and redeem us by Your great power and by Your strong hand.
Lord, accept our confession of hope and help us to remain faithful so that we will raise up and build for Your glory.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Hebrews 10:23
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. -
ENDURE TILL THE END AND BE SAVED
14/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed day filled with Your abundant and abounding grace this morning.
Lord, thank You for the privilege given to be Your children. Thank You for the salvation earned through the sacrifice of Your Son Jesus Christ on the Cross, on our behalf.
Lord, help us to remain worthy of Your forgiveness of our sins and life everlasting. Strengthen us by Your Spirit to fulfill our resolutions to give up something that hinders our closer relationship with You.
Lord, transform us from inside out and help us to understand the purpose You have for each one us. May we not be stiff necked and walk away from You but sincerely and generously respond to Your call to self denial.
Lord, grant us the endurance to keep going firm and forward in faith.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Matthew 24:13
But the one who endures to the end will be saved. -
LORD JESUS WILL GIVE US REST
13/03/2024
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for adding another blessed day.
Lord, we have gained access through our faith in You. Our hearts are unshaken, clear and steady, because, our hope is placed on nothing less than Your gracious love that we boast of, and that we are not put to shame.
Lord, we learnt to rejoice and persevere through our sufferings. Now, we bring before You the petitions of all those who seek Your intervention on various fears and unresolved individual and family concerns. Let them not grow weary or faint-hearted but learn to persevere in their sufferings.
Lord, as You have given us rest, give them also rest and assurance as they come to You, burdened and heavy laden.
Lord, watch over us and keep us in the certainty that Your kingdom will come and all of us can receive the good You have planned for each one of us
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today’s Promise:
Matthew 11:28
Jesus, “Come to Me”, all who labor and are heavy laden, and “I will give you rest.”
A Small Morning Family Prayer
Let us Start our day with A Small Morning Family Prayer
A Small Morning Family Prayer 