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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 -
OUR LORD HAS PROMISED HIS PEACE TO US

26/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for the hope set on You, with which we enter into this day.
Lord, You are our creator and eternal life giver. We thank You for revealing to us through Your Son and our Lord Jesus Christ, a perfect redemption from our sins.
Lord, we thank You for strengthening us even today as You strengthened Your apostles in _word, faith and spirit_ so that we may proclaim Your living word to the entire creation.
Lord, let our heart not be troubled, neither be afraid, for, Your "peace"
that is promised to us prevail in everyone's heart.
Lord, let nothing in this world separate us from Your steadfast love. May we be reminded that life is not always easy, and that we don’t have to carry but cast our every burden on You.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's promise:
Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved.
Psalm 55:22 -
OUR LORD GOD IS OUR ABBA FATHER

25/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day of grace.
Lord, thank You for being our "Abba Father". Thank You for giving us the privilege to receive adoption as sons, through Your Son.
Lord, may we see Your footmarks, clearly guiding us through every step, as we walk forward. Thank You for strengthening us in all situations.
Lord, let Your chastening keep us away from sinning and prepare us for Your special blessing, and to become worthy of being Your children.
Lord, this morning we pray for all the pastors, spiritual leaders and all others involved in Your ministry. Help them to remain true to their calling as they carry the gospel of redemption to everyone.
Lord, we pray for their families. Keep them under Your divine care. Bless them with all joy, peace, health and prosperity. Let them lack nothing and be protected under Your wings.
Lord, we commend ourselves into Your hands. We put our trust in You and claim our victory in the blood of Jesus over every challenge. Guide us and uphold us till the end.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
And those who know Your name put their trust in You, for You, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.
Psalm 9:10 -
GREAT IS HIS FAITHFULNESS & HIS PROMISES.

24/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we kneel before You this morning with praise and thanksgiving.
Lord, great is Your faithfulness to Your people, and Your promises You have given us are beyond our understanding.
Lord, strengthen our inner hearts in faith, so that we remain true to the calling You have given us.
Lord, we pray for the transformation in us and in our family that will make it more fit for You to dwell in it.
Lord, may we understand the breadth, length, height and depth of Your love that surpasses our human knowledge.
Lord, let Your presence go with us today, no matter what we are up against. We ask that Your peace lead us, and that it would guard our hearts and minds in You.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
Thus says the Lord : "I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued My faithfulness to you. Jeremiah 31:3 -
OUR LORD WILL KEEP US IN PERFECT PEACE

23/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this day of mercy.
Lord, thank You for blessing our food and water and for the spiritual and mental healing to all of us. We are encouraged by Your promises, each day.
Lord, You are our Sustainer God; let our faith be renewed in You and our household replenished with Your bountiful grace and goodness.
Lord, we thank You for the children who passed their exams. Grant them the right direction to pursue their higher studies. Supply their parents with whatever is lacking; be it financial resources or any other support.
Lord, we pray for those who could not pass their exams. Let them not lose heart but face the situation boldly as they attempt the supplimentary exams.
Lord, we intercede for our friends who are sick and going through pain. Heal them and restore their health and give them Your peace.
Lord, renew our spirit and fill us with Your perfect peace and joy.
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. Isaiah 26:3 -
THE LORD WILL RENEW OUR STRENGTH

22/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for Your grace this morning.
Lord, we draw strength to our hearts through Your Word. May we patiently hold on to Your word in our hearts and be saved from the hour of trial.
Lord, we rejoice over the promises revealed through us to the glory of Your name. We trust You in every aspect of our lives. Protect us on all our ways. Help us to always watch and wait for the coming of Your kingdom.
Lord, may we not be confused by the present-day turmoil. Help us to remain free from every distraction, and not go astray, as we walk through this week.
Lord, grant us Your Holy Spirit in everything, for without Your Spirit we are nothing and can do nothing. Accept our praise for the many ways You have helped us and all that is given to us.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;.. Isaiah 40:31 -
THE LORD WILL HEAR & ANSWER ALL

21/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for this blessed Sunday.
Lord, thank You for the privilege given, to gather in Your sanctuary in one accord and offer our prayers and sing praises to Your holy name.
Lord, may we realise and understand the meaning of every prayer and petition we offer to You. We repent of all our sins committed against You and our fellow men, in thought and word and deed.
Lord, cleanse us and make us worthy to come to Your table, not according to our merits but through pardoning of our sins. Fill us with Your grace and mercy to continue to live our life, pleasing to You.
Lord, we pray for those who could not join the fellowship for various reasons. Clear every stumbling blocks that are ahead of them.
Lord, we thank You that You are at work in us before we think of asking. You are still hidden and yet so evident and near. We call upon You in truth. Hear us and answer us.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
Before they call I will answer; while they are yet speaking I will hear. Isaiah 65:24 -
HE WHO PROMISED IS FAITHFUL

20/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come to Your presence in oneness, realising Your greatness. You are an awesome God, who keeps the covenant and steadfast love.
Lord, we delight in Your name and fear Your name. Accept our prayers. Let Your hand be upon us and provide all the mercies we need.
Lord, may we find favour in Your sight today. Let no sadness of our heart overshadow the happy moments we are to experience today and the new week ahead.
Lord, forgive our shortcomings and trespasses against You. Thank You for redeeming us, Your children, by Your great power and by Your strong hand.
Lord, may we cling on to our confession of hope and remain faithful., so that we will raise and build for Your glory.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. Hebrews 10:23 -
THE LORD WILL FULFILL OUR HEART’S DESIRE

19/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for Your presence amidst us during the night and waking us up to a new day.
Lord, thank You for always waiting to hear from us and to shower Your grace upon us. May we remember and seek You always, and not seek You in the middle of a crisis but practice a prayerful life.
Lord, we pray for all those waiting for Your blessing. You know the deep desires of their heart, and You know what is best for them. Bless them according to Your will.
Lord, today, we bring before You the news of layoffs in various corporate sectors. Let those affected not loose heart but be strengthened by Your Spirit.
Lord, let this day be filled with new opportunities for them. Make them understand the new direction You have set for them. Give them hope and cast away the anxiety from their hearts.
Lord, grant them the same courage You gave us, to face the situation boldly. Spread Your protective arms over them and continue to guide them in the days to come.
Lord, grant all of us our heart's desire.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Psalms 37:4 -
OUR LORD REWARDS THOSE WHO SEEK HIM

18/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for giving us another new day. We bring before You this morning, our prayer of faith.
Lord, Jehovah Jireh - You are our provider, we lack nothing.
Lord, Jehovah Shalom - the peace of God. We believe that Your peace surpasses all our understanding. We are not anxious about anything.
Lord, Jehovah Rapha - You are our healer. All our infirmities and our sicknesses are healed and our body completely restored.
Lord, Jehovah Nissi - we will not be put to shame in any situation. You will fight the battle for us.
Lord, let our faith be rooted deep in our hearts and may we always seek You and be worthy to receive Your reward.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's promise:
and without faith it is impossible to please Him,....believe that He exists....He rewards those who seek Him. Hebrews 11:6 -
OUR HEAVENLY FATHER SHOWS US COMPASSION

17/05/2023
Gracious Heavenly Father, we lift our hearts this morning to You 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 the promise that does not concern only with fulfillment of our worldly desires and needs but to fulfill our spiritual need.
Lord, we are confident and bold enough to say, "Our faith and our hope was not in vain.
Lord, thank You for Your mighty power that stays with us and protects us, working for our good and awaking us to a new life, each day.
Lord, thank You for the compassion You show on us as our Heavenly Father. We walk ahead trusting in Your promises. Lead us and guide us each day.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.Today's Promise:
As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear Him.
Psalm 103:13
