August 18, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...I pray today for my brothers and sisters in Christ, both in Haiti and Afghanistan. No one is hidden from Your love and care. I pray for strength, provision, protection, and supernatural manifestations of the Holy Spirit for each member of Your family. I pray that although the world is darkening, Your light shines only brighter. I pray for more resources so that I may give financially beyond what I usually do. I love You Lord, and know that You are at work around the globe and in my neighborhood, too. Here I am. Send me to do whatever You wish. In the Almighty Name of King Jesus. Amen!

But now, thus says the LORD, who created you,  
O Jacob, And He who formed you, O Israel:
Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name;
You are Mine.
Isaiah 43:1

August 17, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...I stand in confidence of Your faithfulness and unfailing love. With so many in the world facing war, famine, flood, and fire, I set my eyes upon You alone. You are the Hope of the Nations and I pray for my brothers and sisters in dire need at this moment ___________ (pray for what world situation He places on Your heart). There is NO ONE like You, and the authority you have given me in prayer in the power of Your name amazes me beyond understanding. Today I listen quietly for Your word to my soul, as well. This day belongs to You, be glorified in everything I do and say. In the Name of the God of Angel Armies, Jesus. Amen!

How precious is Your lovingkindness, O God!
Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings.
Psalm 36:7

August 16, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

NOTE: Please forgive my missing a few days….on vacay!

Dear Heavenly Father...At the very start of this day, I pray to be a blessing to everyone I meet. No matter where my feet take me, may I have Holy Spirit awareness of everyone around me. Please help me to pray on target for the people You place upon my heart, even strangers who I walk by in the mall, the coffeeshop, neighborhood – everywhere! By the might of Your Spirit I want to make an eternal difference TODAY and not selfishly dwell upon my own concerns, because You’re carrying them! In the Name, King of Kings, Jesus. Amen!

Righteousness will go before Him,
And shall make His footsteps our pathway.
Psalm 85:13

August 13, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...I want to finish this week well. I may be a little weary, drained, or tired, but that is when You work best through me! In my weakness, You are made strong. I pray for Holy Spirit patience, power, and persistence to meet every situation I come across today. Flow through me with Your river of living water to bring refreshment, not only to me, but for everyone I come in contact with. Let joy reign! In Your Most Beautiful Name, Jesus. Amen!

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.
Ephesians 6:10

August 12, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...As I lay the burdens of my heart at Your footstool, I know that You are aware of every intimate detail surrounding them. I surrender my thoughts and desires for how I think You should intervene in each of these situations and the folks involved. I know that You are going to do things that my heart can’t even imagine and as Holy Spirit gives me the patience and power to wait, I pray for the perfect unfolding of Your plans in these areas of my concern ______ (name them). In the Name of the King of Angel Armies, Lord Jesus. Amen!

But as it is written:
“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard,
Nor have entered into the heart of man
The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.”
1 Corinthians 2:9

August 11, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...As the world grows darker, may Your love through my life grow ever brighter. I contend for Your continual restoration of my soul which is my heart and mind. Should I have any areas of unhealth, in relationships or in behaviors ________ (name them), I give You full permission to work Your life into mine, removing the things that would continue to hinder my growth in becoming more like You. Have at me, Lord! In the Magnificent Name of Jesus. Amen!

Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 5:23

August 10, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...You have made more than a conqueror through Your work on the cross and the power of Your resurrection life within me. As I start this week, please pour through me to reach others for You. May I slow down and not react selfishly or with irritation to the situations that arise around me. Instead, extend the Holy Spirit gifts and fruit that You have been cultivating within me. I am so ready...all because of You. And in Your Most Powerful Name I pray, Lord Jesus. Amen!

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23

August 9, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father...I wait upon You before the whirlwind of the day’s events begin, I am troubled by all that is going on in the world today. And yet, You are GREATER STILL and You have called me to pray down heaven’s rule among the nations and that is what I do now. I speak Your rule, Your reign, and Your authority over these nations _______ (name those that are coming to your mind). I declare that many will be brought to salvation today and that Your name be lifted high. Yes, indeed, In Jesus’ All-Powerful Name. Amen!

Ask of Me, and I will give You The nations for Your inheritance,
And the ends of the earth for Your possession.
Psalm 2:8

August 8, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...I don’t want this day to roll by me like I can often let so many do. I pray instead – and I choose – to be oh so aware of what You are up to all around me. Help me, Holy Spirit to know when to speak and when to be quiet. Help me to choose excellence in every chore, duty, and job assignment that I have to complete, from the mundane to the momentous, may each task bring You glory. This is the day YOU have made. I WILL rejoice in it completely! In Your most Majestic Name, Jesus. Amen!

...whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
1 Corinthians 10:31

August 7, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus… I am so grateful I am hidden in Your Almighty hand. I place my trust entirely in Your protection and provision, and I know that no matter what takes place around me, You live within me. I am never alone. I speak Your perfect peace over those who are fearful. I declare healing to those who have become ill with coronavirus, and I pray for protection for all health-care workers worldwide. My confidence is in You, and the Holy Spirit is overwhelming my heart. Only You, Lord Jesus, are the eye of this hurricane, and in Your All-Powerful Name, I pray. Amen! 

You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.
Isaiah 26:3

August 6, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…I ask for the Holy Spirit’s help to keep my every thought fixed upon You. I pray to be a beacon of hope and light to every person I meet or talk to today. I ask for Your love and power to overwhelm my heart and then overflow to others who may not have the peace I have in You alone. I ask for your protection and covering over my loved ones. And I continue to pray that You will use this time to lead multitudes of people to You, including these in my circle of loved ones _______ (name them) who don’t yet acknowledge You. In Your Name Above All Names, Lord Jesus. Amen!

Now to Him who is able to [carry out His purpose and] do superabundantly more than all that we dare ask or think [infinitely beyond our greatest prayers, hopes, or dreams], according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever. Amen.
Ephesians 3:20 AMP

August 5, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus… I awaken this day in the power of Your might! I am so grateful for the armor you have given me, as found in Ephesians 6. I am never alone, lonely, on my own, or orphaned. I feel You almighty arms under my every step and the power of the Holy Spirit infilling me. Today, I pray for those I know who are struggling financially ______ (name them). I ask for Your heavenly resources, earthly help, wisdom for their spending, and improved employment if that is needed. Help me to continue in battle prayer for these folks throughout the day. In Your Mighty Name, Lord Jesus. Amen!

In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].
Ephesians 6:10 AMPC

August 4, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…I am so grateful to live in Your Kingdom. By the power of Your cross and resurrection, You have transferred me from the kingdom of darkness into the Kingdom of Your love (Col. 1:13). Today, I pray for the nation I live in and its leaders ________ (name it). And as much as I love my country, my true home is when I hide myself in You. There I am safe, healed, delivered, and seated in heavenly places with You. I am ready for this day! Let the joy begin! In the Name of the King of Kings, Lord Jesus. Amen!

And He has made My mouth like a sharp sword;
In the shadow of His hand He has hidden Me,
And made Me a polished shaft; In His quiver He has hidden Me.
Isaiah 49:2

August 3, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father…at the start of this day before anything else takes place, I choose to trust You. You already know what is heavy on my heart, what is trying to steal my joy, and how thoughts of worry want to dominate this day. But, no! I trust You Abba-Daddy. I am nothing but You are everything. And for some crazy reason, You love me like no other. I rest in Your all-consuming love and rebuke any spirit of fear from my life in the Name of the Lord of Lords, King Jesus. Amen!

For “who has known the mind of the LORD that he may instruct Him?”
But we have the mind of Christ.
1 Corinthians 2:16

August 2, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...I start this week know that I am held ever so tightly in Your Almighty hands. I will not be shaken, moved, or deterred from pursuing You ardently today even in the midst of work, home, or school. I pray for Holy Spirit wisdom and knowledge for every situation I may face today and I pour out myself and ask that You would pour Yourself into me in greater measure; restoring my soul. In Your Name, Lord of Lords, King Jesus. Amen!

And He has made My mouth like a sharp sword;
In the shadow of His hand He has hidden Me,
And made Me a polished shaft; In His quiver He has hidden Me.
Isaiah 49:2

August 1, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…Good morning Lord! There is no one like You. I come before You and exalt and lift up Your Name. You alone are righteous, holy, just, true, pure love, peace beyond comprehension, healer of all things, and my deliverer. The cares and concerns on my heart _________ (name them) melt away as I behold Your greatness. Your beauty cannot be measured and Your glory causes me to drop to my knees in awe. It is in Your Almighty Name, Lord Jesus, that I surrender myself afresh to You. Amen!

He’s Creator of all you can see or imagine.
He doesn’t get tired out, doesn’t pause to catch his breath.
And he knows everything, inside and out.
He energizes those who get tired,
gives fresh strength to dropouts.
For even young people tire and drop out,
young folk in their prime stumble and fall.
But those who wait upon God get fresh strength.
They spread their wings and soar like eagles,
They run and don’t get tired,
they walk and don’t lag behind.
Isaiah 40:28-31 The Message

July 31, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus… With the daily news continually changing, I am so grateful that You are the same. I pray today that You would work through me to reach everyone I meet. No matter what these folks have done or haven’t done, no matter if they have treated me well or been a thorn in my heart and side, please transform me into Your image. I also ask Your help in prioritizing my life as summertime begins to wind down. Please open the doors of opportunity that need Your opening and close all the rest. Here I am!  In the Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen!

…Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good,
And let your soul delight itself in abundance.
Isaiah 55:2

July 30, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

 Dear Heavenly Father… I lean into Your Word before I even attempt to begin my day. I pray for Holy Spirit revelation to illuminate what You are saying to me that I need to hear for this situation in my life _______ (name it). I ask for an even greater hunger to live in, by, and through Your Word alone. Only Your Word and the Name of Jesus has the authority to dismantle the enemy’s advances. Help me remember that I am already seated with you in heavenly places, and from that position, I wage war in prayer. Amen!

… Thus says the LORD to you:
'Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude,
for the battle is not yours, but God's."
2 Chronicles 20:15

July 29, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Heavenly Father… How amazing it is to know that You know my name! The wonder of this continually thrills and fills my heart. You have already caused me to be more than a conqueror over anything that comes my way. You know my name! Because You love me so much, fear has been erased from my life, and my days are filled with joy in Your presence.  And, today, from this place of fulness, I pray for those I know who are battling cancer _______ (name them). I declare health and wholeness to them now, in the Almighty Name of King Jesus!

But now, thus says the LORD, who created you,
O Jacob, And He who formed you,
O Israel: "Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name; You are Mine.
Isaiah 43:1

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July 27, 2021

Morning Moment of Prayer…

 Dear Lord Jesus…With so much tension in the air around the pandemic, politics, and just plain old life, my heart is set upon You. Yours is the only Kingdom I am pursuing this day. May I serve others. That is the hallmark of who You are. I pray for open doors wherever I find myself in the next several hours to look beyond my wants and needs to the need of someone else, small or large. I also want to lift up these three people in my life who are in need in some area _______ (name the three, their issues, and pray boldly!) And, most of all, may I bless Your heart. I worship You in this moment.

My voice You shall hear in the morning,
O LORD; In the morning I will direct it to You,
And I will look up.
Psalm 5:3