Morning Prayer ~ July 13, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…  

Dear Lord Jesus… Here I am! Your beyond reason love never changes, and it relentlessly pursues me. I have such comfort in this knowledge, as this week winds down. No matter what happens, Your name is higher, and Your Word will prevail. I LOVE to seek Your face, and You never fail to cause my heart to rejoice. Today, I battle-pray for those I know laboring under chronic illness ________ (name them). As I am seated in You in heavenly places, I have no authority of my own. Yet, You have called me to pray and speak healing for those in need in the power of your name. I do this now, be healed in the Name of Jesus of Nazareth ______ (name the folks)! Amen.

But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,
Ephesians 2:4-6

Morning Prayer ~ July 11, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...This summer morning I quiet my mind before You. I am SO grateful to be Your child. I am SO grateful to be absolutely forgiven. I am SO grateful to be filled with Your Holy Spirit! Today I choose and refuse to be critical, offended, or impatient. Yes, by Your Spirit who empowers me, I cooperate with Him to walk in His fruit (love, joy, peace, patience...). I am SO grateful that this is possible and that is only because of Your work in my life. I am ready to begin this day. In Your Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen.

(Jesus is)... far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come. And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.
Ephesians 1:21-23

Morning Prayer ~ July 9, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...In this quiet moment, I center my thoughts and attention upon You. With so much noise coming at me from all sides, I realize the importance of thinking about what I am thinking about! Only Your Word matters, and today I pray to live in the Holy Spirit’s love leading others to Your saving grace and healing and delivering power. I pray especially for these folks in my circle of influence who haven’t yet responded to You ______ (name them). Please cause me to live selflessly for them, moving in Your supernatural gifts (1 Cor. 12:4-11) so they may come into Your embrace. In You Wonder-Full Name, King Jesus. 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

Morning Prayer ~ July 8, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...With all that is going on in the world, from crazy climate, war, hunger, famine, and violence, Your peace still overflows my being as I wait on You in these few moments _______ (take time to be still). How grateful I am that Your eye is on me! That you even know my name and the number of hairs (or lack thereof!) on my head is such a wonder and causes me to fall even more in love with You. Today, I surrender these aspects of my life that would distract me with worry or care ________ (name these concerns). I know You hold each of these! In Your Name that is Supreme Over All, King Jesus. Amen.

Are not two sparrows sold for a copper coin? And not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father's will. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.
Matthew 10:29-31

Morning Prayer ~ July 7, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...I look to You and You alone today. I thank You for Your felt presence through the Holy Spirit Who is strengthening me as I quiet my heart and mind before You _______ (take time to do this!). I am so grateful for this summer season to be restored and refreshed by You and Your Word. Please help me take every advantage to be filled and fed from what You have spoken and may I hear You clearly as You highlight those passages that are meant just for me currently (those powerful “rhema” words the Holy Spirit provides to each of us). I am so ready for this brand-new day, all because of You! In Your Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen!

But Jesus answered him, saying, "It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word (rhema) of God."
Luke 4:4

Morning Prayer ~ 4th of July

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Heavenly Father...This morning, as I celebrate July 4th in my home nation, I recognize as I read Your Word that You are calling on myself and Your church to repent (change the way we think) and turn from our wicked ways. You have required that of me and all who love You. You are not asking in this passage anyone else to repent, but You have spoken to believers. Please forgive us, Lord, of our anger, fear, impatience, hostility, intolerance, and injustice when we have turned from Your unconditional love, as demonstrated on the cross, for ALL people. May humility, kindness, and generosity reach many for Your kingdom—the only kingdom that matters. In the Name of the One Who Alone Rules and Reigns, King Jesus. Amen!

...if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.
2 Chronicles 7:14

Morning Prayer ~ July 3, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…  

Dear Lord Jesus… It is the beginning of another day, and I am ready. I am so grateful for the Holy Spirit’s refreshing waters that are overflowing my days, even as the world learns to navigate in a new way. You are greater than any situation and circumstance, and when I choose to make You Lord of all I currently face, there is no losing ground. I ask for the Holy Spirit’s help to walk worthy of Your love today, and please burden my heart for those people and situations that need battle prayer. Yes, I am ready. In the Name of the Alpha and Omega, King Jesus. Amen!

The Lord GOD has given Me
The tongue of the learned,
That I should know how to speak
A word in season to him who is weary.
He awakens Me morning by morning,
He awakens My ear To hear as the learned.
Isaiah 50:4

Morning Prayer ~ July 2, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer.

Dear Lord Jesus....I lean hard into Your embrace. I commit every care and concern ___________ (name them) into Your Almighty, capable hands. I pray today for the situation in Israel. Oh, God. I pray Your kingdom rule in this moment. I also ask for many to come to salvation in Jesus on both sides. Only You can do this. I quiet my heart to hear Your voice for each of these daunting circumstances. I declare the Name of Jesus over the Middle East and every situation I have named. Amen!

Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
I Peter 5:7

Morning Prayer ~ July 1, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...I am so grateful for the beginning of this brand-new day. Thank you for all you have done for me as I take a minute to recount all your blessings in my life ________ (take the time to do this). Most of all, I will be forever thankful that You came for my rescue. Yes, indeed. Rescue from sin, self, stuff, and everything in between. You alone have set my feet on solid ground, and Your healing work in my thoughts and emotions continues as I feast upon Your Word and abide in Your felt presence. I am ready for this day and this week ahead! I Your Name Above All Others, I pray, King Jesus. Amen!

 In my distress I called upon the LORD,
And cried out to my God;
He heard my voice from His temple,
And my cry came before Him, even to His ears.
Psalm 18:6

Morning Prayer ~ June 27, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…Please start my day! I don’t want to begin anything, whether it is work, home, school, meeting folks, or any duties before me, without You. I ask for Your covering and Your leading by the Holy Spirit within me. I pray to bring Your kingdom everywhere I go, and may it be extended to everyone I meet. I choose to live unoffended today, and instead live full of Your presence. I choose not to be critical, judgmental, or irritated…a tall order indeed, but I surrender my will for Yours completely. In the Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen!

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.
Psalm 143:8

NOTE: May I recommend for your summer reading, Brant Hansen’s “Unoffendable.”

Morning Prayer ~ June 24, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…What a relief to my thoughts and heart that You know best! You have a vantage point regarding my life and that of every one of us almost eight billion people on this spinning globe, that I simply don’t have. When I look to You, listen to Your voice, Your Word, and then follow Your leading, I have never failed to be in the right place at the right time for both the small and huge things in my life. I am all in. Your will, Your way. Once again, I surrender this day to You completely. In Your Magnificent Name, I seal this prayer, King Jesus. Amen!

…I will put My trust in Him….
 Hebrews 2:13

Morning Prayer ~ June 23, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Heavenly Father...It’s summertime with all its crazy weather, activities, and hopeful vacations, I find my ultimate rest in You. I am so grateful that the condition of my soul truly is love, peace, and joy because I no longer desire to live in selfishness. Keep working on me and through in the power of the Holy Spirit. I pray these next few days and weeks are filled with Your plans and that as I am learning to walk in Your patience and without offense, I can continue to love others with Your pure love. I am ready for this beautiful day in You. In the Name of the Prince of Peace, King Jesus. Amen!

Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.
Matthew 11:28-30

Morning Prayer ~ June 20, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…I find such rest in You and Your Word. When You say that You will do all the heavy (and light!) lifting in my life if I simply let go of my cares and trust You, You have never failed to come through! How many times have I gotten in Your way, delayed Your plans, or disrupted them altogether, simply because I think I know what is best? Far too many times. Today and every day, I choose You. I lay my burdens down, trust you to open and close doors, and give me discernment in every situation. I am ready! In Your Name, Which is Filled with All Grace, King Jesus. Amen!

Our soul has escaped as a bird from the snare of the fowlers;
The snare is broken, and we have escaped.
Our help is in the name of the LORD,
Who made heaven and earth.
Psalm 124:7-8

Morning Prayer ~ June 19, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer… 

Dear Heavenly Father…I am so grateful to start this day arising from Your warm embrace. As each day brings difficult news from around the world, I once again set the focus of my heart and thoughts upon You. You alone are my rock and fortress and no matter what takes place, You will not leave me alone. I will walk in Your inheritance that You have given me in the power of the Holy Spirit. I am ready! In the Ineffable Name of King Jesus. Amen!

…He awakens me morning by morning…
Isaiah 50:4

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus…One of the greatest gifts You have given me is the freedom to not live in the future but instead be present and aware of what You are doing TODAY! May everything I do be filled and empowered by Your Holy Spirit within me so that everyone I meet will experience Your love and healing through my life. I now surrender everything, yes everything, about this day to Your will completely. In Your All-Powerful Name, I pray, King Jesus. Amen!

This is the day the LORD has made;
We will rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24

Morning Prayer ~ June 17, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer…

Dear Lord Jesus...You are my everything. You are the beginning, the end, and everything in between in my life. As I wait in the stillness of Your presence, I can feel Your peace and joy filling my heart. Past wounds and hurts are wiped away, and you demolish the enemy’s lies in my life, and You extend to me Your healing touch. There is no one like You, Lord, and I surrender all my life to You in this quiet moment. Your will, not mine! In the Wonder-Full Name of Jesus. 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 Prayer ~ Father's Day 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer… 

Dear Lord Jesus...On this special Father's Day, I acknowledge that You are my Abba Daddy, and I am Your beloved child. I cannot even begin to comprehend Your love for me, but it overwhelms my soul and fills me with a joy and confidence that the world can't understand but needs so desperately to know. I pray today for fathers everywhere to be strengthened within by the power of the Holy Spirit to go the distance for the kids and marriages. I pray especially for these dads that I love and know ________ (name them). In Your Mighty Name, Lord Jesus. Amen!

Praise the LORD! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD,
Who delights greatly in His commandments.
His descendants will be mighty on earth;
The generation of the upright will be blessed.
Psalm 112:1-2

Morning Prayer ~ June 15, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus...How tightly You hold me with Your righteous right hand! What comfort, strength, and joy I have knowing that Your heart and mind are always upon me and that You love me anyway! Today, I ask to be a beacon of light to everyone I meet. Because You hold me, I am so secure, which releases me from every temptation to worry or give place to anxiety. My trust is in You and these matters that concern my heart, I place squarely in Your hands, too __________ (name them). In Your Name Above All, King Jesus, I pray. Amen!

Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10

Morning Prayer ~ June 14, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer… 

Dear Lord Jesus...I sense your presence in my deepest waters and in the midst of Your greatest triumphs in my life. I am beginning to understand how Paul could say, it didn't matter what was going on in my life -- You are greater still. I love all that You are speaking to me and Your Holy Spirit’s working in me. Yes, Lord! Sometimes You make things uncomfortable to remind me to keep my heart and mind on You! I am all Yours and as this day begins, may I brag about You to everyone I encounter. In the Name of the Good Shepherd, King Jesus. Amen!

Now this is the confidence that we have in Him,
that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.
1 John 5:14

Morning Prayer ~ June 12, 2024

Morning Moment of Prayer...

Dear Lord Jesus…It is the start of another day, and I place my full attention upon You. I pray for Holy Spirit discernment as I battle in prayer for those in my circle of influence who are struggling today in their lives _________ (name three of them and their situations). Please let me know if there is any way I can help or bring encouragement to them without inserting my opinion about their situation! May I be sensitive to all You are up to today around me. I seal this prayer in Your Name Above All Names, King Jesus. Amen!

My help comes from the LORD,
Who made heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:2