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DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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For the Influence of God-Fearing Men on Younger Generations

Lord God,
Our society is seeing a real need for mentorship for young men. They need strong male role models who provide an alternative to counter the narrative of toxic masculinity. Raise up solid mentors who welcome the opportunity to positively influence the younger generation. Make them first men of THE Word, and second, men of their word. Let them model godliness in every area of life, leading with humility, integrity, drive, self-discipline, compassion, and grace. Direct young men to see these examples in other men and seek to emulate them. Move godly women to praise and celebrate these relationships whenever they are evident, realizing that the influence of God-fearing men on young males will bear desirable fruit in families, relationships, and society in general. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Blessing of Music

Dear Lord,
Music plays such an important part in our lives – thank you for this special gift. You have blessed so many people with wonderful musical gifts throughout history. You have then used their gifts to extend the blessing of music to so many ears and hearts as well. During the holidays, we especially appreciate the role music can play in evoking nostalgic memories from seasons past. We are grateful for how secular and sacred music each affect us in different ways. We pray that sacred music, from classical chorales to simple hymns, will always have an important role, for through their emphasis on the coming of the Savior and his joyous birth, they beautifully proclaim the good news of salvation. Continue to use this type of music and singing to turn hearts from darkness to the light of faith for generations to come.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Find Joy in Giving to the Needs of Others

Generous Father,
Although Thanksgiving is in our rearview mirror, giving thanks is nevertheless a routine part of our lives. Thank you for the additional opportunities this time of year provides for us to help others in need. Grant us a giving spirit, and one that is genuinely more interested in giving what is needed than in treating it as just another excuse to shop and spend. Fill up our hearts with contentment to guard us from getting caught up in consumerism. Move us instead to be generous as we are able, and let us find real fulfillment and joy in being able to help others as you have blessed us. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Peace Provided by Rejoicing

Gracious Father,
When we give our attention to all of the reasons that you give us to be filled with joy, the added benefit is that we are also at peace. That peace stands like a bodyguard on watch outside of our hearts. Let it keep anxiety away and worry at bay. When we are mindful of the joyful blessings in our lives, we better appreciate how good you are to us. The peace that exists between us gives us the assurance of where we stand with you, no matter what our sinful track record looks like at any given time in our lives. Thank you for a peace that surpasses any peace the world could ever give. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Joy to Replace Anxiety

Loving Father,
When we rejoice in you with prayers of praise and thanks, diminish and remove the anxiety from our hearts. When we do not focus our minds or direct our thoughts toward reasons to rejoice, worry and concern love to take up residence within us. Until they are replaced with rejoicing, they will find more and more reasons to be anxious. Let your Spirit equip us with the self-discipline to prioritize counting our blessings. As we do, fill our hearts with gratitude and joy, leaving no room for anxiety to dwell. Give us the faith of Paul, who, as you enabled him, could find reasons to rejoice even in the most dire circumstances.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Rejoice Always

Loving Lord,
While we are accustomed to rejoicing when the situation warrants it, you call us to extend it well beyond that – to always rejoice! This is a tall order, for we tend to attach our feelings to our circumstances. When things are going well, we have a positive and cheery disposition; when they aren’t, we sour and sulk. Help us detach our emotional and spiritual well-being from whatever is happening in the present in our lives and lead us instead to take to heart the truth that your return is nearer today than ever. Allow that reality to be the source of our rejoicing, enabling us to weather the ever-changing ups and downs in life. Lead us continually to your love, where we find countless reasons to rejoice. Always.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Treasure Worship During the Holidays

Heavenly Father,
As the holiday season continues to unfold, many look forward to the treasured traditions that are such a significant part of it. Some are secular and others are sacred. While these understandably have a special place in our hearts, I pray that they do not overshadow the blessing of gathering in your house for worship during the holidays. There we hear the familiar accounts, deeply rooted in history. These properly prepare our hearts and keep us on the Spirit’s path toward a right celebration of the Savior’s First Coming and an eager anticipation of his Second Coming. Fill your churches so that you might fill our souls with true joy this season.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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Thank You for the Blessings of Hardship

Giving Father,
Thank you for allowing bad things to happen in my life. As much as I may pray for you to take them away or hedge me from them, you often turn them into a blessing that enriches me in some way or another. With this understanding, reshape my prayer life while I am in the thick of difficulty. Open my eyes to see the potential for good that you might bring out of any given challenge, and let that inform my prayers. Grow me through adversity and mature me through the refining fires of hardship. Always draw me closer to you when struggles arise, reinforcing my trust in you and firming up my faith in your promises. Thank you.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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Thank You for Your Dedication to Our Salvation

Giving Father,
Thank you for all that you graciously provide for our lives, none of which is deserved or earned by our efforts. While this is true of all gifts we receive from your hand, the gift of salvation and the guarantee of eternal life that come with it are unrivaled. These exceptional gifts stand out all the more when we remember what we deserve and ought to expect as a result of our own rebellious hearts and sinful disobedience. But your grace is always greater than whatever our worst could ever be. Your determination and dedication to seek and save are relentless, and we are so very grateful for that. Let your desire to forgive and to save us always prompt our desire to thank and to praise you. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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Thank You for Allowing Us to Give Thanks

Giving Father,
Thank you for creating us so uniquely that we are able to express thanks to you. While the biological diversity and sheer quantity of all of creation is already beyond our comprehension, mankind stands alone in the ways by which we’re able to give you thanks. For not only enabling us to give thanks, but also for the awareness of all of the reasons for which we can give it, thank you.

Moreover, when our hearts and lives are marked by gratitude, we also reap the benefits! Thankfulness contributes to so many different positive benefits for us, spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. So not only do we have the privilege of being able to thank you, but you also bless us when we do! The degree of your goodness and generosity is truly staggering, leaving us in awe and compelling us to thank you in every way possible with our whole lives. Thank you!

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.