DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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. 

DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

To Marvel at the Mystery of the Trinity

Triune God,
Sundays are sacred. On this Sunday, many Christian churches focus on the mystery of the Trinity. We marvel not only at the complexity of this teaching, but also the comfort it brings us. That you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – yet one God, not three – should work in perfect harmony to accomplish your unified goal of my salvation, leaves me amazed by your gracious love and divine direction for my life and eternity. When I struggle with doubt and confusion, failing to make sense of you as my triune God, let this teaching remind me that you are on your own divine level. The Creator does not need to explain himself to the created, as if I could grasp your glorious wonder anyway. Instead, keep me in reverent awe of you. Let the Church continue to faithfully confess you, the true and triune God, always. 

In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.