DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

For the Gift of Creativity

Most Splendid Creator,
You have made mankind so special and unique in extraordinary ways that distinguish us from the rest of your creation. Thank you for the gifts of creativity that you pour out on so many. The human mind can troubleshoot and problem-solve in ways that display marvelous ingenuity. Those who work with their hands in the trades devise time-saving hacks and creative solutions to fix and repair. Managers of the home drum up innovative ways to organize, store, and clean. Individuals with the gifts to dance and design, to sing and to sculpt, to paint and perform, all bring inspirational and expressive beauty to the arts. In these and countless other ways, Lord, may you continue to allow the crown of your creation to shine brightly as we give our creative best, magnifying you through it all.   

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

To Boast in You Alone

Christ My Savior,
Whenever you grant me success and whatever it looks like, may my response always be the same: to boast only in you alone. All that I am and any good that comes from me is worked through you. Through the Spirit, you provide me with a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline, along with all other spiritual gifts and blessings. You build your church through Word and Sacrament, equipping your saints to be salt and light in the world. When I am inclined to think too highly of myself and take credit for your work, humble me and prompt me to praise you instead. Only your name saves, so let yours alone be the name that I magnify and exalt. You have done, still do, and will keep on doing great things for those who are yours. Let others know about it through my boasting.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.