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For After Elections

King of Kings,
Yesterday, as citizens of the United States, we enjoyed the responsibility of casting our votes to determine those we feel are qualified to serve and lead us in positions of local, state, and federal government. May we never take for granted what a blessed privilege it is to have a voice in deciding who will carry out those responsibilities on our behalf! Whether we are thrilled or disappointed by the outcomes, let us commit ourselves to praying for all elected officials. Grant them the wisdom to seek out counsel and advice from others, and the discernment to put into practice whatever is prudent and beneficial for those they serve. Give us the humility necessary to uphold your desire that we honor and respect all of those in authority over us with our words and actions. As Jesus reminded Pontius Pilate, no one serving in any government capacity has that authority apart from you granting it. Let them humbly acknowledge that, and let us remember it, too. Finally, regardless of any election outcome, what hasn’t changed – and never will change – is that you remain seated at the right hand of the Father, overseeing all things for the good of your Church. We boldly ask you to bless both our kingdom and yours, Lord, for you rule them all.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Excel in the Grace of Giving

Gracious Savior,
When it comes to our offerings, long before anyone ever gives you so much as a single dollar, the greatest concern in your heart is who/what has our heart. You care about the heart above all else, for when you have our hearts, everything else follows. Our gifts are pleasing to you not because they measure up, but because they’re given in faith and out of gratitude. And since faith and gratitude flow from the grace you lavish on us through your Word, excelling in godly giving depends on becoming exceedingly aware of what we’ve been given by God. Capture our hearts with the gospel and shape them through your Word so that our generous gifts will follow. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Godly Leadership of Husbands in Marriage

Loving Lord,
Equip husbands to raise the bar of leadership in their marriage. Achieving this worthwhile goal is only possible when your Word is the priority. Strong leaders lead themselves first, so give husbands the self-discipline to set apart daily time in your Word. Let that time draw them closer to you, while also increasingly bending their heart and will toward lovingly and sacrificially serving their wives. Make their servant leadership a reflection of Jesus’ selfless life and ministry. See that their marriages are marked by patience, honor, and respect for their wives. When wives are blessed to receive such unconditional, selfless leadership from their husbands, lead them to welcome and embrace it, and to support it with their own gifts, so that their marriage beautifully mirrors the marriage between Christ and his Church. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Communion of Saints

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. While we treasure worship because it is one of the most special opportunities for us to hear your voice proclaimed, we also acknowledge the unique bond of fellowship shared and appreciated by believers gathering together. Unfortunately, there will be some in your house today, Lord, as there always are, for whom your Word will go in one ear and out the other. For one reason or another, life issues or other concerns limit their ability to focus or retain what they hear. Nevertheless, despite that reality, they may very well still find the personal encouragement and support from a brother or sister in Christ that is just what they needed. This reality is one of the reasons we celebrate the communion of saints – especially on this All Saints’ Day. Through faith in Jesus, we are united both with those sainted believers in heaven, as well as those still battling together with us here on earth in the church militant. So, while we will always delight in your Word as our greatest gift, for by it we see Jesus, we also delight in fellow believers in the body of Christ, through whom you build us up and bless us richly. Use your saints here on earth to encourage each other until we join your saints in heaven. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Reformation Faith

Lord of the Church,
Today is the official day set aside to remember the Reformation. On this day, over five hundred years ago, a monk named Martin Luther boldly put his faith into action by seeking to address and correct a number of errors he saw in the teaching and practice of his church. Rather than avoid ruffling feathers or rocking the boat, he took action. Rather than living under a fear cloud of “what-if’s?”, he took action. Rather than timidly hiding in the corner and hoping someone else would step up, he took action. Lord, keep your people today just as bold and confident to call out and correct whenever your Word is corrupted or maligned. For that to happen, we must remain immersed in your Word, where you work in us the conviction and fortitude to fight for the faith. Grant it, we pray, by your continued grace.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Exhausted Parents

Loving Father,
Children are a tremendous blessing from you and one of the most wonderful undeserved gifts of all. Raising them well is no small task! Since the responsibility of parenting can be so exhausting, especially for first-time parents, I ask you to provide worn-out parents with relief. Give peaceful rest to those lacking good sleep because they have been up around the clock. Grant patience to those dealing with challenging children and discipline frustrations. Provide perseverance and determination to parents tending to sick children or having to navigate unique medical situations. Bring fathers and mothers together as a team, not only to provide solid parenting, but just as importantly, to provide loving support for each other. Where single parents don’t have that blessing, lead friends and family members to see their needs and offer assistance. While physical and emotional rest are essential for tired parents, Lord, there is no greater need or blessing than the spiritual rest they can find in you alone. Lead them regularly to that rest.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Faith to Worry Less and Trust More

Providential Father,
You are a God of wonder, yet we are so easily filled with worry. You deter us from worrying, reminding us that worry adds no time to our lives, and that if you provide for the birds of the air, you will most certainly also provide for mankind. Perhaps worst of all, by our worry we betray ourselves, revealing that we desire and demand to be the ones in control of all things, and are not truly content to trust that you are. Forgive us for our worry, then free us from our worry. Replace it with a certainty in your plain and true promises in your Word. Lead us to trade in our trepidation for trust, leaning on you more and more in faith, so that we might see more clearly your gracious providence for us, and marvel at how beautifully you care for us and bring good out of all things for your people. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For First Responders

Protective Father,
Through first responders, you protect property, provide care, and save lives in accidents and emergencies. Thank you for providing trained professionals in many fields who are willing and able to arrive first on the scene of what is often chaos or disaster. Transport them safely whenever they are rushing to a scene, and protect them from danger or injury once they arrive. Give them clarity as they assess the scene and triage the injured. Keep them alert and aware. Grant them discerning and decisive minds and skilled hands. Enable reliable communication between first responders and those following up. Bless them for their selfless service, and bless the lives of many others through them.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Martyrs

Victorious Savior,
All over the world, those whose names are written in the Book of Life are being ushered into heaven as martyrs. Many who call you Savior are surrounded by servants of Satan who hate Christianity and are so deceived by their false god that they believe murder is commendable and praiseworthy. Whenever possible, Lord, turn them from the darkness of their blind unbelief to see the light of real love, joy, and peace in you. But when their obstinate hearts remain hard, make their hellish plans come to ruin and carry out justice and vengeance accordingly. Use the deaths of dedicated Christian martyrs as a striking witness to the power of the gospel, so that others cannot help but take notice. Let the blood of martyrs not be spilled in vain; by their exemplary faith, inspire other Christians, draw unbelievers to you, and build your church through the very efforts of those seeking to destroy it.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Patience in Marriage

Patient Lord,
Patience truly is a virtue. Unfortunately, it seems to be becoming increasingly rare. We expect others to exercise patience when dealing with us, but we don’t consistently reciprocate the same courtesy. While patience is valuable in many areas of life and society, one of the most valuable is within marriage. The ugly reality of many marriages is that spouses have a shorter fuse with each other than they do with anyone else. A lack of patience in marriage is destructive. When husbands and wives become impatient with each other, they become irritated and irrational. That impatience then gradually suffocates healthy communication and turns allies into enemies. Therefore, Lord, extend an extra measure of your patience into those marriages that desperately need it. Help husbands and wives pause to reflect on how patiently you deal with them individually, even though, as sinners, every day they are rebellious repeat offenders against you. Let your patience and forgiveness toward them sink in, then equip them to extend that patience to the spouse they’ve committed the rest of their lives to loving and serving.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.