Prayer Starter

Heavenly Father, Our hearts ache for those who do not yet know You. Open their eyes to see Your truth, soften their hearts to receive Your love, and draw them to the only Savior, Jesus. Remove every barrier that keeps them from Your grace.  Place faithful believers in their path to share the hope of the gospel with kindness and courage. Use me as Your hands and feet, give me the opportunities to reflect Christ in both my words and my life. May the special souls I know and love come to repentance, find forgiveness, and experience the joy of walking with You. In the name of Jesus, Amen *** Lord, Lead me to one soul today. Prayer Requests T ext Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415

Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord ;      let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. 2  Let us come before him with thanksgiving      and extol him with music and song (Psalm 95:1-2) Heavenly Father, You alone are worthy of all honor, praise, and worship. You are the great God, the King above all kings, the Creator of the mountains and seas, and the Shepherd who faithfully watches over Your people. With grateful hearts, we come before You, rejoicing that You are our Rock and our salvation. Thank You for Your unfailing love and constant faithfulness. Thank You for Your Word that guides our steps, Your Spirit who strengthens us each day, and Your grace that never abandons us. Above all, thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus Christ, whose sacrifice has redeemed us and whose example teaches us to walk in Your ways. Thank You for the blessing of Your church and for the fellowship of brothers and sisters in Christ who encourage, challenge, and ser...

  As summer draws to a close, it's a fitting time to pause and reflect on God's faithfulness. Whether the season brought joyful memories, unexpected challenges, or quiet moments of growth, the Lord has been present through it all. Before we rush into the routines of a new school year or a busier schedule, let's take time to thank Him for His daily provision, His protection, and the countless blessings we often overlook. A grateful heart prepares us to step confidently into whatever lies ahead. " Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. " — Psalm 107:1 (NIV) Prayer Starter Heavenly Father, as another summer comes to an end, thank You for Your constant love and care. Thank You for the blessings You provided, the lessons You taught, and the moments You carried me through. Help me enter this new season with a grateful heart, trusting that Your goodness will continue to guide my steps.  Continue your personal prayer. May my life reflect...

  Good morning, Lord. It feels like life is rushing by.  Time is spinning and I am too busy for my own good. Slow me down. Let me hear the sound of Your voice. Let me see the beauty of Your world. May I see Your presence in my daily life.  Slow me down, guide me and protect me.  In the Name of Your Son, Amen. Be still and know I am God. PSALMS 46:10. * * * Prayer Requests T ext Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415

God, I don't want to just go through the motions with You. Search me. Show me where I've drifted, where I've been pretending, where I need Your grace. I'd rather have the truth from You than comfort that doesn't last. Continue your personal prayer.  God wants to hear from you. Thank You, Lord for hearing me today. In the Name of Jesus, Amen. Psalm 139:23–24 * * * Prayer Requests T ext Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415

Heavenly Father, thank You for calling me to serve You. Help me to remember Your faithfulness and boldly proclaim Your goodness wherever You lead me. Give me a heart that seeks You daily, hands ready to serve, and words that bring glory to Your name. May my life declare Your greatness to my families, friends, and community, so that others may come to know and worship You.  In Jesus' name, Amen. "Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous works among all peoples." (ESV)   1 Chronicles 16:24 Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  Heavenly Father, We gather today to worship and honor You, for You alone are worthy of all praise. Fill this place with Your presence and prepare our hearts to hear Your Word and glorify Your name. Lord, help us welcome every person with the love and grace of Christ. May every guest feel valued, every visitor find encouragement, and every heart experience Your peace. Use our smiles, our kindness, and our worship to point others to Jesus. May everything we do today bring glory to You and draw people closer to Your Son. In Jesus' name, Amen. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  Good morning Heavenly Father, Thank You for always being there for us.  Some of us had had a difficult week.  Yes we can still find hope in You because of Your grace. This morning I pray for. ..tell God exactly what is on your mind... May Your Spirit watch over me and guide me in Your grace. Thank You for Your angels that minister to us.  It is because of Your Son we can pray; AMEN. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

   Today's Prayer Starter Good morning!  "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you" -  Numbers 6:24-25" ( NIV) Father, I am grateful for making it through this week. Thank You for the blessings, protection, and provision You have given me.  I seek Your strength to finish the week strong. Let Your Spirit watch over me and guide me to do Your Will in my everyday life.    in my weaknesses.   (continue with your thoughts) .  Name, Amen. In the name of Jesus, we all praise the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus. We thank God for his mercy and grace and we petiton Him to watch over us. Today is Friday, but Sunday is coming! Hallelujah!  Amen. "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficent for you; for my power is made perfect in weakness.'" - 2 Corinthians 12:9 Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful."   Colossians 3:15 (NIV) Heavenly Father, thank You for Your goodness, Your faithfulness, and Your unfailing love. Help me to have a grateful heart in every season, to recognize Your blessings each day, and to trust You in all circumstances. May my life reflect thanksgiving and praise to You.  Continue your personal thoughts of love and thanksgiving to God. In Jesus' name, Amen. "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."   Psalm 107:1 (NIV) Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

“I will exalt you, my God and King, and praise your name forever and ever. Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever.”   Psalm 145:1–2 (NIV) Heavenly Father, We lift Your name high, for You are the King of kings and the Lord of lords. We praise You for Your goodness and for the love You show us every day. Thank You for sending Your Son to live and die for us, for forgiving our sins, and for providing Your Spirit to watchover and protect us. We praise You and honor You.  Continue your personal prayer. Because of Jesus, Amen. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  Good morning, Lord.   I want to start this day off with just thinking about others.  Like many of my friends praying these prayers, we have many friends  - brothers and sisters - church members - family - that have immediate needs. Not everyone on this prayer will know the folks I want to lift up to You, but You know who they are. Some praying this prayer can substitute the names I am sharing with names of their loved ones, who I may not know, but You do. Lord, my friends praying I are anxious for Your Spirit to guide those caring for our friends and watch over them today. I want to lift up my  friend and spiritual mentor, Glenn to You. May You give him comfort and may You work through the doctors to give him health. I lift up Bill to You. He is also a leader in the church and has struggled with his health for months. Please comfort him and help with the pain. My desire is You take it away, but at least give him the ability to deal with it. My friend, Loi...

"A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families." — Psalm 68:5–6 (NIV) Good Morning Friends: Yesterday during Bible Class, I had a great opportunity to hear about a very special place in Honduras.  The ministry of Jóvenes en Camino provides a Christ-centered home for boys in Honduras who have experienced abuse, abandonment, or extreme poverty. Their mission is to meet the children's physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs while preparing them to become faithful, productive men who will serve their communities. Let's pray for these and other missionaries and children's homes around the world. Heavenly Father, We thank You for the ministries that serve children. I am especially mindful of Jóvenes en Camino and for the loving refuge it provides to children who have known hardship, loss, and uncertainty. Thank You for being a Father to the fatherless and a Defender of those who are vulnerab...

  "I rejoiced with those who said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord.'" — Psalm 122:1 (NIV) Heavenly Father, As we prepare our hearts for Your Day, quiet every distraction that competes for our attention. Forgive us for the times we have allowed the busyness of life to crowd out our love for You. Create in us a humble spirit that is eager to hear Your Word, lift our voices in praise, and honor You with sincere worship. Help us to come before You with thankful hearts rather than critical minds, ready to encourage our church family and welcome those who are searching for hope. May Your Holy Spirit soften our hearts, open our ears to Your truth, and strengthen our faith through every prayer, every song, and every lesson. Prepare us not only to receive Your blessings but also to become a blessing to others. May our worship bring glory to Your name and leave us more committed to serving You throughout the coming week. We rejoice that we have the opportunity to...

  Good morning, Friend- Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Heavenly Father, Thank You for the gift of this Saturday. As I slow down today, quiet my heart and renew my spirit. Replace my weariness with Your strength, my worries with Your peace, and my distractions with Your presence. Help me find true rest in You so I may rise with fresh faith, renewed purpose, and a joyful heart, ready to serve You in the days ahead. Continue your personal prayer to God. Through Jesus, I pray - Amen. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  Good morning, Friend- Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of friendship. Bless the friends You have placed in my life.  Name them .  Encourage those who are discouraged, strengthen those who are weary, heal those who are hurting, and draw those who do not yet know You closer to Your heart. Help me to be a faithful friend who listens, serves, forgives, and loves as Christ loves me. May my words and actions point others to You.  In Jesus' name, Amen. Continue your personal prayer to God. Through Jesus, I pray - Amen. Proverbs 17:17 (NIV) "A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity." Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  Good morning, my friend- Father, Thank You for being such a great God, a wonderful God, a superior Creator. I praise You for loving me and providing for me to serve You. Thank You for Your Spirit. Thank You for Jesus. Lord, I thank You for... Continue your personal "thanks" to God. Through Jesus, I am grateful;  Amen. "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name."    Psalm 100:4 (NIV) Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer"

Good morning, Friend- Lord, on this middle of the week, with all that is going on, please quiet my anxious heart and fill me with Your perfect peace. Help me trust You completely, knowing You are in control of every situation. Some things I do not understand. Give me comfort knowing You are in control. Continue to pray your personal thoughts to God. In Jesus' Name; Amen. Have a wonderful day. - Andy 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.  Philippians 4:6-7. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

Good morning, Friend- Father, fill me with Your strength for today's challenges. When I grow weary, remind me that Your power is made perfect in my weakness.  Continue your personal prayer to God. Through Jesus, I pray - Amen. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.   2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV. Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

Good Morning, Prayer Partner: For my friends in Bay City, Remember Glenn and Bill in your prayers. Today, I want us to pray for our decisions and choosing right from wrong. Lord, as a new week begins, guide my thoughts and decisions. Give me wisdom to choose what is right and courage to follow Your will. Because of Jesus I pray; Amen. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."    Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV) Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

Heavenly Father, You alone are worthy of my praise.  Thank You for Your love, mercy, and faithfulness.  Help me honor You today with my heart, my words, and my life.  Continue your individual thoughts to God. In the precious name.of Jesus.  Amen. Psalm 95:6–7 (NIV) "Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker; for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture, the flock under his care." Prayer Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word "Prayer" to 979-800-3415

  After a long week, facing various challenges thrown at us from Satan, it good to take Saturday morning and just have a talk with God. If all has been going well, just praise Him. If not, then thank Him for caring for you and praise Him. If you still have concerns, remind yourself that you trust Him. Holy Father, I am taking Saturday just to thank You for all You do for me. Thank You for watching over me and my family. Thank You for guiding me and encouraging me.  I just want to spend this time to praise You. I lift up Your Name, because You are the God of all gods and the Creator!   Thank You for the time You have blessed me with this day, so I can praise Your Name to all the world. Thank You for Jesus. Thank You for the Spirit. Thank You for the angels that watch over us. Praise You, Lord of lords because You are good. In the Name of Your Son, Amen. Praye r Requests Text Prayer Requests to: 979 - 800 - 3415 Join our Morning Prayer Starters by texting the word Pray...

Hello Prayer Partner - Some of our friends are crushed by the loss of a loved ones or other tragic event. Let's pray for them. Heavenly Father, Today I come before You with a heart that is hurting. The questions are many, the sorrow is deep, and the silence can feel overwhelming. Yet I know that You are near to the brokenhearted and that You never leave those who are crushed in spirit. Lord, wrap Your loving arms around those who are grieving. When guilt, confusion, anger, or regret begin to weigh heavily on their hearts, remind them that they do not have to carry those burdens alone. Give them the strength to take one step at a time and the courage to trust You, even when they do not understand. Surround them with family, friends, and believers who will listen with compassion, speak with kindness, and simply be present. Replace despair with the quiet assurance of Your peace. In the days ahead, help cherished memories become a source of gratitude instead of only pain. Father, we pl...