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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 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 -
OUR HELP COMES FROM THE LORD
15/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this worship Sunday. We thank You for the many ways You strengthen us and reveal Your life to us. We thank You for the protection of our faith and hope.
Lord, prepare our hearts and minds to be receptive to the scripture we are to listen today. Let Your word penetrate into our hearts more and more, and enable us to live a witnessing life in this world.
Lord, may Your Spirit give us hope for this life and for the life to come. Fill our hearts with peace and happiness as we depart from the Church.
Lord, grant us Your grace to overcome the challenges we may come across during the week. We trust in Your promise and move forward in faith.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
He will not let your foot be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber. Psalm 121:3 -
YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
14/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this weekend. Thank You for walking beside us throughout the week.
Lord, continue to be with us, even though in our weakness, may have fallen short of Your standard of perfection and purity. Forgive us our
transgressions and deliver us.
Lord, make us worthy to present ourselves when we gather to worship You and to take part in the Holy Eucharist on the worship Sunday.
Lord, examine our inner heart and secret thoughts and cleanse us, so that You may live in us and work through us for Your glory. Make us pure and holy in Your sight.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's promise:
He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. Psalms 103:10 -
GREAT IS OUR LORD. HE IS GOOD TO ALL
13/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for letting us experience again and again Your goodness and mercy.
Lord, thank You for filling us with the hope each day, that brings joy for today and for the days ahead.
Lord, speak to us everyday. Let Your voice make us glad and bring victory in our life on earth.
Lord we remember and commend all those who feel lonely, depressed and grieving due to various challenges that worry them.
Lord, cover them and our family and friends, under Your wings and pour out in great measure Your never failing grace, Your matchless mercy and Your inner peace which is beyond our understanding.
Lord, may we realise that Your loving-kindness and mercy is at work today, and Your deliverance will come quickly, to the glory of Your name.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
The Lord is good to all, and His mercy is over all that He has made. Psalm 145:9 -
HUMBLE YOURSELF SO THAT THE LORD WILL EXALT YOU
12/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we humble ourselves this morning and come in to Your presence.
Lord, let this day added by Your grace not go in vain but be a blessing to us and through us, a blessing to many. Help us to listen to Your guiding voice clearly, amidst the chaos around us.
Lord, may we not walk by our pride or self-sufficiency, but walk with You. Without You we can do nothing. Help us to be humble at heart, like little children and not be wise in our own sight.
Lord, mould and secure our hearts in true humility by Your lead. May we count ourselves as equals with one another and value one another with a humble spirit so that we may live to the fullest and be exalted by You.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's promise:
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you. James 4:10 -
GREAT IS OUR LORD WHO IS WITH US
11/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this new day gracefully given to us for a new start.
Lord, thank You for letting Your Spirit refresh our minds to see the path ahead and walk aright.
Lord, it is You who is with us; greater than those who are around us. Give us a clear mind and a peaceful heart to live in the light of Your salvation.
Lord, may we not fall for the schemes of this world but remain closer to You, always. Help us to take one step of faith at a time, trusting You every step of the way.
Lord, help us to be completely humble and be prepared to testify to this world that You, who is with us is greater than anyone in the world.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
for He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. 1 John 4:4 -
WE HAVE RECEIVED GRACE UPON GRACE
10/01/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day of grace which has brought us thus far.
Lord, we hear Your voice this morning and open our hearts and home. Make us worthy enough to receive You and sit with You to dine.
Lord, may we be able to tangibly grasp the unshakeable inheritance that is ours in Jesus Christ today.
Lord, give us the strength to persevere until Your day comes, for, the brightness of Your day will shine through all darkness and bring joy into each one of our hearts and into this world.
Lord, thank You for Your continued fullness of grace upon us. Let all our praise and glory be to You alone.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
For from His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. John 1:16
A Small Morning Family Prayer
Let us Start our day with A Small Morning Family Prayer
A Small Morning Family Prayer 