Prayers inspired by the Holy Spirit and written down by Larry Gaithe.
Most Persevering Lord, I understand that a Christian life is not a paved road to wealth and ease. It often involves hard work, self-denial and suffering. In response to these things, I must focus on the good that You bring to my life and not the Devil’s inducements of a better and pleasure-filled life. Where … Read more
Most Generous Lord, You have given Yourself and many of Your good gifts to me which I do not deserve. You have given so much and asked for so little in return. If You asked me “What do you want?” My answer would probably be selfish or self-centered. I’m sure You would hope for the … Read more
Dear Lord, I find it hard to sometimes understand what You are trying to tell me because as You have stated “My thoughts are not your thoughts nor are your ways My ways … My ways are higher than Your ways and My thoughts higher than your thoughts.” Yet I know that if I pursue … Read more
Most Understanding Lord, I have a problem with saying things I should not and speaking inappropriately. What I say and what I don’t say are both important. Proper speech is not only saying the right words at the right time, but also controlling my emotions to stop me from saying what I shouldn’t. An untamed … Read more
My Steady Leader, Your sincerest yearning is for me to heed Your words and turn from my sins. You even had a plan in mind for my life long before I was born. If I get to the point where I become discouraged about my future, I must cling to the fact that You have … Read more
Most Understanding Lord, sometimes the truth hurts. It’s hard to be told I’ve done something wrong or my decision was not well thought out. I often become upset when my opinions or decisions are opposed or challenged. I really do not like to be told that my attitude needs adjusting. It makes me feel uneasy … Read more
Most Wondrous Lord, I find it amazing that You have chosen me to do Your will despite my being a finite and imperfect person. Being made in accordance with Your will, You gave me life and invited me to become a servant. When You call upon me, I do not always understand why, but I … Read more
Enlightening Lord, the teachings found in Your Word clearly set forth the principles of the Christian faith by which I live. It tells me that I have sinned … that You died to forgive my sins … by faith in You I am put in right standing with Your Father … and my salvation is … Read more
Delight of the Father, having given myself to You, my main goal is to become more like You. This can only happen when I allow Your grace to fortify me, and I increase in my knowledge of You. The better I get to know You, the less attractive the Devil’s enticements and sin become. Like … Read more
Most Wise God, within You lies all knowledge and wisdom. I need Your lamp of learning shining into the vast darkness of ignorance that is within me. Your light adds reason to my confusion and Your sound judgement calms my wavering fears. Enkindle within me a flame to help me embark on a meaningful search … Read more