Father, help me let go of this bitterness. Help me forgive and be able to hope and pray for the best for the one who hurt me. In Jesus’ name . .

Lord, help me not to expect others to be perfect, or to always do things my way. Make me willing to overlook offenses, to see people’s hearts and be sensitive to their needs. In Jesus’ name …

Lord, thank you for being my refuge and my strength. Thank you that no matter what the circumstances, I can count on you to shelter me and to give me strength. Thank you that even if things around me seem to crumble, you are always with me, always loving me, always helping me. In Jesus’ name …

Father, forgive me for the times I have depended on other people and things, and then lost hope when they let me down. Help me to remember that you are my source, and that you are unchanging and totally trustworthy. Thank you for supplying all my needs. Thank you for taking care of me. In Jesus’ name …

Father, I know I can never repay you for all you do for me. But help me live a life of thanksgiving. A life that honors you. Teach me to give more generously … and more cheerfully. Thank you for your unlimited blessings. In Jesus’ name . . 

Father, help me overcome materialism in every area of my life. Help me focus on you and what you have called me to do. Help me remember that you—not my bank account or job or possessions—are my source. In Jesus’ name . .

Father, forgive me for the mistakes I have made in financial planning. In many ways, I have not been a good steward of the income you have blessed me with. I am ready to do things your way. Please guide me. In Jesus’ name . .

Father, I didn’t mean for this to happen. I just kept getting involved in one activity after another. I wanted to do good. But I realize now that I became so focused on what I wanted to do, that I took my focus off You and my family. Please forgive me. Help me to find my way back to doing things Your way. In Jesus’ name …

Father, I am tired. I am tense so much of the time … irritable with those I love. I know you want me to rest. To experience your peace. Please teach me to take time for myself so I will be healthier spirit, soul, and body. So I will take care of my responsibilities more effectively. So I will be more sensitive to others’ needs. So I will live a life more pleasing and productive for You. In Jesus’ name …

Father, I know I’ve been neglecting my quiet time with you. I realize now that the more I have neglected You, the more I’ve let the busy details of everyday living control me. My priorities have been out of order, and I have become more and more frustrated. Please forgive me and help me learn to linger before You. In Jesus’ name …

Father, I am so tired of being so busy. I have so much going on, I know I am neglecting some of the most important things. At the top of that list is my time with You. Please forgive me. Help me to get my life and time in balance. Help me to remember to focus on you and to depend on your strength. Please heal me of this hurry sickness. In Jesus’ name 

Father, help me grow in faith as I focus on you and your Word. Help me to fully believe that your promises are for me and to reach the point where I begin to see myself as you see me. In Jesus’ name …

Father, I know I’ve been thinking about this thing altogether too often. I didn’t want to admit that it’s beginning to control my life … but if I’m honest with myself and you, I realize I have a problem. Please forgive me and help me begin to refocus on you and your Word. Transform the way I think and help me become the person you want me to be. In Jesus’ name 

Father, I have some questions and doubts about the direction my life is moving. Help me to be willing to look carefully and honestly at what I’m doing and where I’m going. In Jesus’ name 

Father, in all my relationships, help me dwell on things to praise, not things to curse. And especially help me to do this when I think or speak about this one who has offended me. May I walk in forgiveness and be open to reconciliation in your way and your time. In Jesus’ name