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For Actions That Amplify My Words

Heavenly Father,
Words are powerful. Help me use them frequently to offer encouragement, support, and kindness to others. Words build up and spur on others.

Nevertheless, there is a reason we say actions speak louder than words. The power of words is multiplied when supported by actions. So I ask that as you help me make the most of opportunities to speak words that uplift and empower, you also make me mindful of how my words can be amplified by my actions. Love verbally expressed can be physically shown. Sympathies offered can be accompanied by thoughtful gestures. Cheers of encouragement can be stretched even further by acts that demonstrate genuine belief in others. Let my words speak loud tones of positivity, but may my actions support them and help ensure that they hit their mark in serving others.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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To Use Words Wisely

Spirit of Wisdom,
There is a time to listen and a time to speak, and I pray for the wisdom to know the difference. The wisdom of Proverbs and the warnings of James highlight the damage the tongue can do when words are spoken carelessly. In order to ensure that my speech honors you, blesses others, and upholds my reputation, make me quick to listen and slow to speak.

Keep my pride in check, for it desires to manipulate conversations and somehow make them about me. Fill me with the humility to hear others out before I insist on being heard. Give me ears that seek to understand. When I am quick to speak, may it be to ask questions that bring forth clarity in my assessment of a situation. Let thoughtfulness, charity, and wisdom accompany my words, so that my speech builds up others with courage and confidence, uplifts and comforts those who are hurting, and appropriately rebukes and admonishes those who are in the wrong. Use my ears and my lips to produce a harvest of righteousness in your kingdom. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.