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DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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To Honor Those in Authority

Holy Father,
The Ten Commandments are intended to be a blessing, not a burden. Nevertheless, since they expose my sin, I naturally bristle before them. How true this is when you remind me that you have placed others in authority over me! Although you intend those over me to be a blessing, submission doesn’t come naturally to me. Forgive me for my overconfident arrogance that presumes to know better than those you have placed over me.

Those in positions of authority in the government, the workplace, the church, and the home, are your representatives. Lead me to show them honor and respect, both directly and indirectly. Show me ways I can support them in their work. Let me reflect thankfulness to you and to them for their service through my obedience. Prompt me to pray for them regularly. Use them to bless and prosper many, and in any way possible, benefit your kingdom work in the process. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Those Governing

Loving Lord,
You encourage us to pray for our leaders of church and state, so I ask you to guide and direct all those holding offices of high trust at ever level in our government. Thank you for their hard labor and for their desire to represent constituents and citizens well. Guard them from being influenced by outside agendas and any corruption. Help them remain steadfast in their moral standards and conduct their responsibilities ethically. Surround them with wise counsel that seeks to serve the best interests of as many people as possible. Bless their dedicated work and watch and keep their families while they carry it out. Use them to govern our country in a way that prioritizes providing the necessary care for and discipline of our own citizens, and after that to offer any prudent help and aid to other nations as possible.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Those Who Go Above and Beyond

Gracious Father,
Thank you for those who go the extra mile. When I’ve had a positive experience at a restaurant or in a store, or anywhere else, thank you for everyone who contributed to make that happen. It is an easy thing for people to cut corners or carry out the bare minimum requirements, so when someone goes above and beyond, it shows. Help me to make sure I express my appreciation to those responsible when I notice lofty acts of service. May they also inspire the same in others and in me. Reward them with your favor and heap your blessings on their extra efforts.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Peace of Mind in Decision Making

Dear God,
Some choices are easier to make than others. When I am faced with multiple options and not all of them are in alignment with your Word, that makes for easier decisions. But other times, neither of the options before me go against your will; I have only good options before me.

When I am in those situations, give me clarity to make wise decisions and the peace of mind to accept that whatever I decide will be pleasing to you. You never promised to provide an indicator or a sign directing me to the correct decision, but you do lay out many guiding principles in your Word and surround me with wise and experienced fellow Christians. When I prayerfully tap into these many resources in my decision-making, let me entrust my final decision to you for you to bless as you see fit. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For a Healthy Prayer Life

Abba Father,
One of the greatest blessings I have as a believer is the privilege of bringing all things before you in prayer. You promise always to hear me and always to answer me. Help me prioritize prayer. I don’t want it to be just a morning/evening or before meals thing, but an all-through-the-day thing. When I speak to you in prayer, my thoughts are more directed to you and your trustworthy promises, and away from the many frustrations and distractions of this world. Keep me mindful of the prayers of intercession that I have promised to others, so that I approach your throne on their behalf regularly as well. Lead me always to approach prayer as a first line of defense and never as a last resort. Guide me in prayer so that all that I ask is in alignment with your will and desire for my life and for your kingdom. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Avoid Judging Others

Dear Lord,
Your call to love my friends and my enemies is a challenging one, not only because of who they are, but because of who I am. It is too natural for me to make snap judgments about others or assume something negative about them without even knowing them. I easily form an unfavorable opinion of them on the basis of their overall appearance, the way they dress, or they way they carry themselves. Without actually knowing any real details about who they are as people, I have made up my mind as to whether or not they are worth my time and attention. 

How grateful I am that you don’t judge me on the basis of me, but rather on the merits of my perfect Savior! Forgive me for then turning around and judging others on the basis of such trivial things. Give me the mind and heart of Jesus, to exude love and care to everyone at all times. Free me from favoritism, from using arbitrary criteria to determine where to extend my help and service, and instead let me base it on wherever there is a need. Help me to see others as you do at all times.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Taste and See Your Goodness

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. In your Word you invite us to taste and see that you are good. Sundays are an ideal opportunity to take you up on your invitation. In every way possible this morning, as I walk into your house for worship, let me experience your goodness. As I take note of the worship space and consider how so much of it directs my attention to you, let me see your goodness. When I sing hymns that recount all that you have done on my behalf, all that you do daily for me, and all that you promise to do for me in the future, let me see your goodness. When your Word is read and proclaimed, send your Spirit to enlighten my understanding of you and reinforce my faith as you let me see your goodness. When I leave your house, having been filled up and encouraged, let me leave with a renewed zeal to pursue righteous living and to draw others to you so they, too, may see your goodness. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Love Your Word and Worship

Holy Father,
The Ten Commandments are intended to be a blessing, not a burden. Nevertheless, since they expose my sin, I naturally bristle before them. You command us to love your Word and worship, not because you need it from us, but because you know our greatest need is you. You alone save, and without you and apart from you nothing else matters. So when I despise or neglect your Word, I am on the most dangerous path possible.

In this modern day, I have more opportunities than anyone at any time in history not only to study your Word, but also to worship with other believers. Since there is no other means by which you build up and bless your people and your church, instill in me a craving for the Bible. Create in me a longing to gather with fellow believers to be fed and nourished by your Word as it is sung, spoken, and proclaimed in worship. Make me diligent in prioritizing daily time with you in your Word, so that I may treasure it as it ought to be treasured. Through it, keep me near to you for this life, so that I may be near you in the life to come.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Trust You More

Mighty God,
You assure me that those who put their trust in you will never be ashamed. While your promises are true and trustworthy, I am nonetheless ashamed – because of my lack of trust. I know the Scriptures. I know your promises. Still, though, I waver and doubt. 

In your grace, take my shaky trust and solidify it. When I am uncertain, replace my uncertainty with surety. Remind me of your perfect record of past promises kept. Release me from the need to be in control and the false feeling that I ever really am in control in the first place. Free me from needing to know the outcome first before I trust you with all my heart, and remain faithful to me even when my own faith is wayward and wandering.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Blessing of Food

Gracious Father,
Thank you for the gift of food by which you physically sustain us. You certainly could have chosen other ways to fuel our bodies, but something like food, so easily taken for granted, shows how you delight in giving us good things. 

Thank you for simple things like a cup of coffee in the morning or shared with a friend, but also for the more complex things, like multi-course meals that allow us to experience such a wide range of pleasurable tastes. You have blessed many with the creativity and knowledge to combine ingredients and prepare amazing dishes that most of us would never even consider. Not only do you provide food in abundance, with so many options from which to choose, but it’s also as convenient and accessible as it has ever been. In appreciation for the gift of good, help us to have a healthy relationship with it, not wasting it, but also not giving into gluttony by overindulging or gorging ourselves with it.  

We also realize that there are so many in this world who have a different experience with food, starving and struggling just for basic nutrition and sustenance. Remember them and provide for them, and make us mindful of how you might use our abundance to provide for their needs. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.