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For Fathers to Be Present in Their Children’s Lives

Faithful Father,
Thank you for the blessing of fatherhood. And thank you for the blessing of forgiveness for failures in fatherhood. Without your grace and patience, fathers could never measure up. Daily, you are present with your pardon in the lives of fathers. Help fathers also be present in the lives of their children. Let their shared interests stem not only from what dads enjoy, but also from the fascinations of their children. Lead dads to regularly give their children the first fruits of their schedule rather than the leftovers. Strengthen the unique bond between fathers and children through shared experiences and joint projects, and connect them through thoughtful conversations. When earthly fathers are present for their children, they provide a powerful and illustrative reminder that you, our Heavenly Father, are always present for your children, too.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Bring Good Out of Disaster

Compassionate Father,
When natural disasters strike, in an instant, our lives are whittled down to what matters most. The worries that weighed so heavily on us for so long disappear in a flash and are replaced by what we care about more than anything: relationships. Our relationships – in marriage, with beloved family members, with treasured friends – are as valuable to us as they’ve ever been. And, especially when lives are lost at the hands of nature, our relationship with you is front and center. 

We pray for all of those directly and indirectly devastated by disaster. Console victims and care for the injured. Protect those still at risk or in danger of the aftereffects, and provide for all who are reeling from loss of any scale. Don’t allow suffering to be wasted, but work the good only you can through it. Use it to elevate our value of people over possessions, and open eyes of faith to see that when we have you, even when we’re stripped of everything else in this life, we still have all that we truly need.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Trust in Marriages

Loving Lord,
Trust is foundational to any healthy marriage. When husbands and wives trust each other, their relationship thrives. But once that trust is lost or broken, it is not easily restored. Therefore, guide spouses to be thoughtful about how their words and actions create trust. It isn’t built accidentally or automatically, but deliberately. Steer them away from half-truths, questionable or unwise behavior, and a lack of boundaries with the opposite sex. Instill honest communication, transparency, and truth in their relationship. Lead husbands, who often tend to be light on words and communication, to consider how their lack of communication can raise doubt or uncertainty for their wife. Help wives to speak their intentions clearly to their husband and not say one thing while meaning something else, mistakenly assuming their husband can read their minds. Grant husbands and wives the continuous desire to actively pursue each other, so that as their affection and connection grow, so does their trust. And ultimately, Lord, increase their trust in you, which will also deepen their trust in each other. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Good Neighbors

Dear Jesus,
Thank you for the gift of neighbors. Good neighbors look out for each other in unique and meaningful ways. They help us out when we’re in a pinch. They keep a watchful eye over house and home while we are away. They are often the first responders in an emergency. They lend us items to help us get jobs done. They assist with projects. Good neighbors are a treasure. Lead us to thank them regularly, while also striving to be the good neighbor we hope to see in others. As we do, help us also view these meaningful relationships as ripe mission fields. Open doors for us to witness to our neighbors so that we might lead them to you. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Blessing of In-laws

Dear Lord,
In marriage, not only are the two united as one, but our family expands to include in-laws. While those relationships may sometimes feel like a source of frustration or an exercise in futility, help us see them for the blessings they really are. Brothers or sisters-in-law can often end up as close to us as siblings. Mothers and fathers-in-law can double the parental blessings you shower on us. Resolve issues of tension or testing in these relationships, that they might instead be channels of support and another funnel to fortune in our lives. Thank you for the unique way you guide our families to grow through the addition  of in-laws. Make them a source of blessing and joy.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For the Blessing of Siblings

Loving Father,
One of the many blessings you bring us through our families is the gift of siblings. Thank you for brothers and sisters, for the tight bonds between them, and for having someone to share the experiences of childhood and being raised together. Though we aren’t always aware of it, siblings are often looking out for us and even defending us. Younger siblings can learn from and imitate the best of older siblings, and having younger siblings can help foster a nurturing and protective spirit in older brothers and sisters. Even though there is bickering and fighting at times, those provide valuable learning opportunities to work through repentance, reconciliation, and forgiveness. As siblings establish families of their own, nephews and nieces introduce the privilege of being uncles and aunts. Brothers and sisters can also share the responsibility of caring for aging parents. Bless siblings with healthy relationships, fond memories, and special joys throughout their lives.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Those Who Are Dating

Loving Lord,
Guide and direct men who are dating in hopes of establishing a relationship that they pray may eventually result in marriage. Lead them to marvel at how remarkably wonderful women are and to appreciate our unique differences. Compel them to always treat women with respect, looking out for their best interests while protecting and serving them, however necessary. Guard their hearts and keep them from allowing themselves to succumb to lust and any sexual temptation, so that they honor both women and their own bodies. Grant them joy and fulfillment in the pursuit of learning more about the interests, goals, and dreams of those they’re dating. Favor them with a shared love for you and the blessings of growing in their faith. Help them see the ways that dating provides them with the opportunity to display Christ-like, sacrificial love, and equip them to show it.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Enrich Prayer Lives Within Marriages

Gracious Father,
When a man and a woman are joined together in marriage, the two become one. This unity, this oneness, is expressed in many different ways between a husband and his wife. One area in which any marriage can grow in expressing that unity is prayer. Strengthen the prayer lives of husbands and wives, not just individually, but together as well. When husbands and wives pray together, and their prayers are directed by your Word, they are brought closer to each other and to you. When they share the concerns that weigh on them and reveal requests from their hearts, they open a window into each other that fosters intimacy and connection. Draw spouses together frequently in prayer, hear their prayers, and enrich their marriages as you bless their prayers with your loving responses.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Take the First Step

God of Reconciliation,
Only you know how many friendships and relationships are on life support right now. While both parties in some of those situations may actually be better off by going their separate ways, many other relationships can not only be salvaged, but even prosper through reconciliation. I pray for the individuals in those situations to be open to the possibility of restoring their relationship. Free them from any bitterness or anger between them that has only hardened them even more. Burst their pride and overwhelm them with a clear sense of the magnitude of your forgiveness for them, so that they are spurred on to forgive each other. Make each party willing to make the first move, whether that includes a confession or a call to repentance. Give them a sensitivity to the hurt or pain they may have caused, and allow your gospel to take center stage as they work toward reconciliation. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Be a Friend to Others

Friend of Sinners,
Men tend to isolate and keep to themselves more naturally than women. While there is nothing wrong with this on occasion, it shouldn’t be the norm. You created us to be relational creatures, and when overlook that reality, we miss out on many of the blessings that come along with friendships and connections with others. 

Grant me the self-awareness to know when I have been avoiding others or am keeping to myself for unhealthy periods of time. Even if it is out of my comfort zone, lead me to seek out social time and pursue friendships. And, help me be a friend to others. Keep me socially aware and tuned in so that I recognize when others may be isolating or avoiding people. If there isn’t a natural reason for it, give me the courage to check in with them and make sure they’re OK. Give me ears that are ready to listen when others need to talk, and lips filled with wisdom if the occasion calls for it. Give me your heart, Lord, so that I am willing to be a friend to others according to their needs. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.