Prayers inspired by the Holy Spirit and written down by Larry Gaithe.
My Glorious King, often I see adversity and trials as something to resign myself to or patiently endure. And when my time of waiting goes beyond what I think is reasonable, I complain to You and decide to live in misery. Rarely do I stop to reflect on who I am in You. I seem … Read more
O Mighty King, my success comes from those instances when I am willing to go along with Your plan for my life … not when I follow my own desires. Overcoming issues and problems comes when I trust You rather than earthly power, money, or mental capacity. Anything that I do Your way will always … Read more
Most High God, trees snap like toothpicks, rooftops fly off into the sky and mountains of water crash in and engulf the land. A hurricane comes ashore and only the strongest of objects can withstand its fury. For my life, like a building in a hurricane, the foundation upon which it is built is critical. … Read more
Most Understanding Lord, sometimes I become dissatisfied and complain bitterly about what I am having to go through. But through my hard times I am coming to realize that a Christian life is not trouble free. Despite knowing this, I still go through struggles and complain to You about the things I am having to … Read more
All Knowing God, why does Your Word say that by the death of Your Son I have been set free from sin, but my life does not seem to reflect that freedom? I find myself committing the same sins over and over and I feel like the Devil is playing with me like a cat … Read more
My Great Protector, You are the refuge to whom I run when tough times come upon me. Your message of fear not or be not dismayed, when unexpected obstacles come up in my life, encourages me to remain patient, persevere, and stand my ground. I know that Your awesome power will uphold me when troubles … Read more
Most Kind and Tender Lord, even though I am sometimes surrounded with people, I still feel alone. I do not know if it is the result of abandonment, sudden loss, neglect, or indifference. It is a feeling that others do not understand my situation nor care about what I am going through. Sometimes my feelings … Read more
Most Understanding Lord, it seems like bad things stalk me so they can turn my world upside down. I know You cautioned me that living in the world would cause me to encounter tribulations … and why not? You suffered more than Your fair share. No matter what I need You are the only one … Read more
Most Majestic Lord, Your followers must be able to face difficult challenges, obstacles and problems knowing that You will give them victories over the things that block their paths and the storms they must weather. We must remember that it is You who stilled the storms, multiplied the fishes and loaves, guided Your people through … Read more
Most Caring Savior, each day holds opportunities for me to be either content or discouraged. Whether something happens that is big or small, the feeling of discouragement can become overwhelming and lead me to a place of despair. My spirit reassures me that at these times I need to look for Your help and guidance … Read more