Sometimes as we’re praying for people, we’re not sure what to pray, so we default to “Father, please bless so-and so.”
I suppose that’s better than nothing, but during those times, it’s better to pray scripture. This morning, there were several prayers I was praying from this passage, especially for people I know who are struggling.
“Father, strengthen her and guard her from the evil one.”
“Father, direct him to your love and to Christ’s endurance in this time.”
“Father, let him not get weary of doing good.”
“Lord of peace, give her peace always in every way. Be with her. Let her know you are there with her.”
“Jesus, remind him of your grace. Let your grace be with him.”
By the way, these are good prayers to pray for your pastor as well. I’m sure he would love to have people praying like this for him. I know I would.
Who are people God’s putting on your heart to pray in this way today?
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