Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...With the start of the new year and turmoil and tragedy around the world, I intentionally put my trust in You. I will intentionally order my thoughts upon Your Word and power. I ask for Holy Spirit overflow through my life to pour out a blessing to everyone I encounter today. I especially lift up and pray Your Kingdom come in these situations across the globe _______ (pray ardently and specifically as the Spirit leads you). In Your Matchless Name, I speak and pray. Amen!

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 NKJV

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Heavenly Father...I worship and adore You! You alone are my Rock, Fortress, and Deliverer. Your Word alone is truth and as I navigate this noisy world, I’ve come to realize that You are the quiet and calm in every storm. Through personal circumstances or worldwide events, You alone reign, and because of the Holy Spirit’s overwhelming presence in my life, I face this day with overwhelming joy, over-the-top fulfillment, and clarity in my purpose. I pray Your Kingdom come today, Your rule alone in these situations ______ (take time to name them). I speak Your Name Lord Jesus over each of them! Amen.

They are abundantly satisfied with the fullness of Your house,
And You give them drink from the river of Your pleasures.
Psalm 36:8 NKJV

Happy New Year, Everyone! I’m not sure I said that yesterday…please forgive!

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

At the start of this new day and this new year, I put my trust completely in You. During this past year, it’s been evident that when I completely take my hands off controlling my circumstances, trying to manipulate people (or You!), or thinking I know what is best for my life, I have completely missed the mark. Yet, every single time I surrender my life each day to Your Lordship, I so clearly sense Your presence as You lead me and unfold events before me. What rest my soul has found in You. I yield to You again now, especially for these circumstances _______ (take time to name them and completely surrender them). In Your Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen!

O taste and see that the Lord [our God] is good!
Blessed (happy, fortunate, to be envied) is the man who trusts and takes refuge in Him.
Psalm 34:8 AMPC

Christmas Day Prayer...

Christmas Day Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...How grateful I am that you came for me! As families gather all around the globe to celebrate your birth, I pray that Your felt presence through the Holy Spirit will touch many hungry hearts. Please tell them that there is more to this life than just facing another day, trying to survive, or securing their future. I pray, especially for those in war-torn areas on both sides of every conflict, that multitudes will come to you by simply asking. I pray for peace. And, once again, I can’t thank You enough for everything, yes, everything You have done for me. Such healing emotionally, mentally, and physically, and such provision for my every longing and need. Happy Birthday Lord Jesus! I love You. Amen!

And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:7

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…In the crazy and joyful, rough moments and rich minutes of this season celebrating Your birth, I pray to be a beacon of Your light in the midst of this oh so weary world. I pray for Holy Spirit help to prioritize my duties at work, home, church, neighborhood, mall, or wherever I find myself. Please help me to let go of things that don’t matter and focus on what is eternal. Today, I pray to a conduit of Your blessing to everyone I meet. In the Wonderful Name of Jesus. Amen!

That you may walk (live and conduct yourselves) in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him and desiring to please Him in all things, bearing fruit in every good work and steadily growing and increasing in and by the knowledge of God [with fuller, deeper, and clearer insight, acquaintance, and recognition].
Colossians 1:10 AMPC

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…I am so grateful that You came! Your rescue mission to save us has brought me such joy, peace, and purpose. You have changed my world from upside down to right side up. Everything about Your Holy Spirit living in me has been so freeing and delivering. I ask you to please continue Your deep dive into my thoughts and emotions to bring continued wholeness and healing that I can turn around and extend to others during this final week leading up to celebrating Your birth. I am Yours! In the Name of the One and Only, King Jesus. Amen!

Then the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.
Luke 2:10

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus... I am so grateful for You today. I am so thankful that I never have to do life alone because You are always with me. Your forgiveness and grace cover my mess-ups, and Your righteousness secures my position in You. I am humbled by all that You have done in, through, and for me. As so many struggle today, cause me to hear the Holy Spirit's heart to intercede for others. As I wait quietly upon You, please place folk's names on my heart to pray for through the day (do this now). I go forward in the power of Your Name, Living Lord Jesus. Amen!

I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]! For I have overcome the world. [I have deprived it of power to harm you and have conquered it for you.]
John 16:33 AMPC

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus…I quiet my heart before You in the stillness of this moment. I know that I am in Your presence, Almighty God. And in this quiet time, I am completely reminded that nothing is too difficult for You. Nothing is impossible. So instead of bringing You my laundry list of prayer requests, I choose to remain quiet before You and let Your Holy Spirit breathe His life into me. I open Your Word with joy and I know that You hold me in Your hand and that all my concerns are already taken care of because You are my God. In the Most Beautiful Name in the World, King Jesus. Amen.

Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel, which is translated, "God with us."
Matthew 1:23 NKJV

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father…Today I lift up before Your throne those folks who are struggling around the world due to weather conditions, war, or injustice. In particular, I name these people and situations that I am aware of and that are upon my heart ________ (name them). You are the God of the impossible! Time and again, You have done wonderful and impossible things for me, and I can’t worship You enough, especially during this season celebrating Your birth. Lord, I believe for the impossible and rest my trust fully upon Your love and Word today. In Your Superlative Name, King Jesus. Amen!

For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given;
And the government will be upon His shoulder.
And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor,
Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...I start this day by laying my life before Your throne. I only want Your rule, Your plans, and Your agenda as I exchange my stuff for Your grandeur. I pray that Your Holy Spirit will transform the mundane into something glorious; the ordinary will be exchanged for Your extraordinary, and my routines will be generated into Your pathways for reaching others with Your love. Open my eyes to see what You are doing all around me. I am so ready! In Your Name, King Jesus. Amen!

Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.
Romans 5:5

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…All through this hectic season, I choose to slow my pace and wait upon You. Every time I quiet my heart, Your Holy Spirit satiates my every longing and need with Your revealed and felt presence. In You are joy, hope, love, and the assured peace that comes from nowhere else but from You. I pray today that I will be a blessing to someone. May I see the opportunities to pray healing, encouragement, and salvation for someone today. I make myself available. In the Name Above All Names, Lord Jesus. Amen!

 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.
John 1:14

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Heavenly Father…Before this crazy day begins during this wonderful, but ever so scheduled season, I bow my heart in Your presence (take time to do this…). I am here, Lord. And, I am here for You alone. I surrender afresh every one of my cares and concerns ________ (name them slowly) and I give them to You. I know You are already at work in each of these circumstances and people. I choose to get out of Your way and what You are doing in these things. Here is my heart, Lord, I choose to live in Your love. In the Wonderful Name of Jesus. Amen!

Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people."
Luke 2:10

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father…As the days seem to move so quickly by this Christmas season, I take this time to quiet my heart in Your presence ____ (do this). When I am still before You, and I direct my every thought to think only of You, Your peace and power in the Holy Spirit rise up within me and bring calm to my emotions and my thinking patterns. I am not worried by current events, because I am fixing my hope in You alone and the power of Your love and Word to walk me through any current obstacles or even the latest news report. I am so grateful for Your peace, and in Your Mighty Name, King Jesus, I pray. Amen!

Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us...
Ephesians 3:20

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...I start this day by laying my life before Your throne. I only want Your rule, Your plans, and Your agenda as I exchange my stuff for Your grandeur. I pray that Your Holy Spirit will transform the mundane into something glorious; the ordinary will be exchanged for Your extraordinary, and my routines will be generated into Your pathways for reaching others with Your love especially during this season. Open my eyes to see what You are doing all around me. I am so ready! In Your Name, King Jesus. Amen!

If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him!
Luke 11:13

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father… At the start of this day, I can already feel the busyness of the season. I can tell that the pace of the holidays is picking up for everyone. In the midst of the crazy, I choose to stay anchored in the Holy Spirit. I will only do these things that He directs me to do, and the have-tos at work and home, well, I know He will guide me all the way, and all I need to do is prioritize my schedule with time alone with You at the top of my list. I am Yours, Lord, and may everything I say and do today bring You glory. In the All-Powerful name of King Jesus. Amen!

But the angel said to him, "Do not be afraid, Zacharias, for your prayer is heard; and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall call his name John."
Luke 1:13

Morning Moment of Prayer

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus…You reign over this Christmas season celebrating Your birth. Before I start any activity today, I simply desire to be grounded and centered on You. I pray for Holy Spirit grace to guard my emotions and the strength of Your Word to hold my every thought captive to You. So, when impatience wants to needle its way into my soul, I will remain in Your felt joy instead. Or, if any thought that doesn’t glorify You comes knocking, I will cast it at Your feet and let Your Spirit prevail. I am Yours! In Your Name, Lord Jesus. Amen!

These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.
John 15:11

Morning Moment of Prayer ~ Wednesday, December 3rd

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus…I start today quieting my heart, and my eyes are set upon You. As I wait in Your presence, I pray for a fresh overflow of Holy Spirit joy so that I can bless and encourage those in my home today. Please place on my heart those I should pray and spiritually battle for during this trying time. If I can give anything to someone in need from the bounty You have given me, help me to give this blessing. I am Yours, and I am not afraid because You are near. In Your All-Powerful Name, I pray, King Jesus. Amen!

For I will pour out water on him who is thirsty, And streams on the dry ground; I will pour out My Spirit on your offspring And My blessing on your descendants...
Isaiah 44:3 AMP

Morning Moment of Prayer ~ Monday, December 1st

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...I am so excited for this beautiful season celebrating Your birth! I pray that multitudes will come to a saving knowledge of You during this time, especially these folks who are near and dear to me _______ (take the time to name them). I pray each day, as I quiet my heart before You to hear Your voice and read Your Word, that the Holy Spirit will help me to prioritize my every task. That interruptions won’t interrupt my peace and joy, and that I will be a light to everyone I meet. I am Yours! In Your Magnificent Name, I pray, Lord Jesus. Amen!

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing [through the experience of your faith] that by the power of the Holy Spirit you will abound in hope and overflow with confidence in His promises.
Romans 15:13 AMP