Prayers inspired by the Holy Spirit and written down by Larry Gaithe.
kgaithe Most Beloved Savior, to me happiness is a fleeing, emotional feeling we humans experience. Happiness can be found in opening a gift, winning a raffle, taking a vacation, buying a new car or home. People want to be happy and we spend a lot of time pursuing it. Happiness is something that depends on experiences. … Read more
Dear Lord, help me come to realize that my happiness is not dependent on how much I have, how much power I wield or the influence I possess. Instead, it comes from being a kind and fair person, one who is satisfied with his place in the world, one who is at peace with what … Read more
Most Valiant Savior, come to my aid for I battle with evil and the weakness of my flesh day and night. I find myself not being able to do the things I should and not being able to resist doing the things I should not. You have laid before me the choices of … good … Read more
Strengthen me, O Lord, for I am weary from the chores and disappointments that fill my life. In my weakened state, I am counting on Your power to jump-start me so that I can get myself going again. When I become weary, I must not lose hope, realizing that Your power and strength never diminishes … Read more
O Magnificent King of the Universe, I rejoice in the fact that You have promised that You will watch out for my well-being and care for my needs. In the same way that a shepherd looks out for his flock, so you look after me. You are my Rescuer in times of trouble and You … Read more
All Powerful God, when facing adversity, I must stand firm in faith knowing that the task ahead may be difficult but relying on You will make it easier. If I am going to be successful, obedience to You is essential and I must fortify myself with the assurances found in Your Word. In doing so, … Read more
O Loving and Gracious God, You have blessed me throughout my life, in all seasons and, because of Your paternal care, You’ve supplied me with all of my needs. Remove my stubbornness so that I can become obedient and responsive when You speak. Help me understand and discern Your will and purpose for my life. … Read more
My Devoted Savior, in the secular world in which I live, Satan is surely having his way. Many people have become vulnerable to his attacks and don’t even understand they are being manipulated. From what I hear and see on radio and TV, I see him taking a stranglehold on many Americans. There is a … Read more
Most Caring Lord, in my Christian life I battle with forces of evil who want to diminish Your influence in my life and lead me into captivity and bondage. To withstand their onslaught, I must plug in to Your strength and don the full armor You gave me … truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, … Read more
Most Blessed Savior, as Christians we battle against powerful forces of evil whose objective it is to defeat us or take us as captives. In planning a defense, I should learn from the lessons of the lion. Lions look to attack sick, weak, young and struggling victims. They also attack those who are alone and … Read more