One of the keys to living a joyful life is prayer.
Go to God in prayer every day. Do this not just when you need something, not just when you’re on autopilot and chanting a quick prayer while you’re thinking of something else, but have a focused, purposeful time of prayer every day.
Excerpt from Finding Joy in the Morning: You can make it through the night
What can you pray for today? In no particular order, here are some suggestions.
Pray for:
Those facing evil
Those facing temptation
Those dealing with challenging financial issues
Those facing illness and health problems
Those who are hungry
Those who are dealing with disappointment
Those who are grieving
Those who are hurting
Those who are lonely
Those who are facing difficult decisions
Those with unspoken needs
Your pastor
Your church staff
Your congregation
Your neighbors
Your friends
Your country
Those who hold leadership positions
Those who serve your country
Your enemies
Your parents
Your children
Your family
Your own personal growth
Businesses, including those you might own, the ones you patronize, the ones that are part of our economic system
Co-workers, colleagues, customers and competitors
For those who are helping you reach your goals
Peace and harmony, especially among those with differing opinions
Wisdom
Forgiveness
Pray that:
You will always believe in, believe and trust God
You will hear the messages God sends you every day
Others will use you to see God
You will use the gifts God has given you to honor him
You may always be of service to others, always be the hands of the Lord on Earth
Who or what else can you pray for? Please share in the comments below.
Related post: Why Should We Pray for Others?
Jacquelyn's latest book is Christian Business Almanac: The Ultimate Daily Guide for Kingdom-Driven Entrepreneurs and Leaders.
She is the author of the nonfiction books Simple Facts About Self-Publishing (Second Edition), Words to Work By: 31 devotions for the workplace based on the Book of Proverbs and Finding Joy in the Morning: You can make it through the night as well as the novel Choices (A Joyful Cup Story). With her husband, she is the co-creator of several coloring books for adults and the novelty My Book About series.
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