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To Avoid Procrastination

Gracious Father,
All that I have is from you, including the gift of time and the ability to participate in meaningful work in so many different ways. Nevertheless, I find it too easy to put off and procrastinate any number of responsibilities at any given time. When I don’t manage your gift of time well and I prioritize what I want to do ahead of what I should do, I end up playing catch-up on my commitments and tasks. That can lead to frustration for others and build mistrust. Moreover, procrastination can result in rushed efforts that are not carried out as well as they might otherwise have been. Help me to disrupt this poor habit and focus on responsibly carrying out what I have been tasked with in a timely fashion, allowing me the opportunity to do all things well. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Prudence in Managing My Finances

Dear God,
Any good gift I have comes from your loving hand. All that I have from you is a trust to be managed. Help me to be prudent in my handling of it. 

I especially seek your guidance in managing my finances. Others may welcome debt as a normal part of life, but I want to avoid it as much as possible and live within my means. While it is a simple recipe to avoid spending more than I make, it is also simple to thoughtlessly and effortlessly purchase unnecessary items and services with the click of a button from my phone or laptop. Keep me free from slavery to stuff while also avoiding the reputation of being a stingy miser. Let me be known for a generosity that willingly meets the needs of others and eagerly supports gospel ministry. Richly bless my faithful efforts at managing what you entrust to me, so that I may continue to honor you by richly blessing others with it.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Manage Our Finances Well

Generous Lord,
All we have that is good comes from you. You give generously and freely, asking only that we manage well what you have entrusted to us. Help us to do that. 

Open our eyes to see the wisdom of having a budget, and grant us the discipline to take the necessary steps to either establish one or continue maintaining the one we have. Such a practice not only helps us see more clearly how richly you bless us, but also how we can better direct our finances for the good of your kingdom and our neighbor. Where we spend frivolously, compel us to rein in our spending. Where we are miserly, soften our hearts toward giving and generosity. Let us experience the joy that accompanies managing your financial blessings well. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.