Prayers

Lord,

I am thankful to you for being here. I come and go and it really amazes me that when I look, you are there. I cannot even imagine the depths of love you must feel for us. How can you be here time and time again? Yet, you are. I am so thankful for that. I remember my promise to be better. A few days ago it hit me that I wanted to be better, not just feeling better, but a better person. That is still my pledge.

Everywhere I look there is a lot of joy at the season of Christmas coming. There also seems to be tough times too. Finances are tight for a lot of folks, relationships are strained. I start to feel sorry for myself, but there are so many others that have it worse. I pray we would all have faith in you. You have the master plan. I pray we would all go to you and be open to the voice that helps us know what your desires are. I pray we would turn to prayer and in turn feel comforted that you are still here, after everything.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I am thankful for so much. In the few days I was down and out sick my boys grew what seems like years. They are so handsome and I have such an appreciation for them. To be without them and not get to touch them or love them was so difficult. Seeing their bright smiles really did warm my day. What a gift to get to see them with fresh eyes. I am thankful for a relative quick recovery. Any time down and out seems like forever, but I know it was only a few days and I am glad it was not longer.

I pray for so many things. I really do not want to seem needy. You know my every thought, but when we ask we start a dialogue with you. I know you are not Santa Claus and I should not give you a laundry list of things, but there are a lot of concerns on my mind and I ask you to help me muddle through them.

I pray for my little guys. Please keep them well. We have been through sickness and almost wellness then sickness again. We could sure use some time of healthy, happy family. Please stay with me tomorrow as I try to find my way in the working world. You know our true needs and I know you will take care of us. I ask that you guide me through to where I should be.

I do want to be better. Not just feel better, but be better. I see what a lazy person I have been and I want that to change. I want to be the person I want to be. Please help me make decisions for you.

I ask all these things in Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

Thank you for helping me get well so fast and so far the rest of the family has been spared.

Please watch over all of us and keep us safe with you.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I am so thankful my husband has been taking care of everything. He has watched the kids and even managed to take care of me a little. I hope he sees what my life is like. I am thankful he has taken on my burden without complaint. What would I do without him?

Please let this medicine work quickly. I ask that you let me heal quickly so I can get back to life such as it was.

I pray the little ones do not catch this and they may stay healthy boys while I recover. I am so thankful they have someone to watch over them, but I miss them so much. I miss the hugs and kisses and funny things they do.

I pray for all the kids and parents recovering from sickness. Please speed their recoveries.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

In Jesus Christ, amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

And if you could help me feel better that would be great.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Thank you for keeping us all safe during this wild time. Please stay with us as we begin our travels in the coming days.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I pray for all the little ones tonight.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers for Children

Lord,

This day has flown by. Thank you for letting me get things done. The boys were good and we all managed to smile at one another today. I sent my boy off on an adventure and I pray he is doing OK. There are so many times I would rather just keep him home because no one takes care of him like I do. I know he is probably having a great time and things are fine, but I pray he is OK. I pray for his keeper so she may have strength and patience with him. He can be a handful and I pray she is able to manage. Let them enjoy each other since they may not get many more times like this.

I pray for all the families travelling today and in the coming days. May they drive safe and sure. I pray the kids would have patience, even though they usually do not. I pray they would enjoy the time spent with family. Keep them safe.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I am so thankful we were able to comfort our child tonight. You gave me the words and actions to bring him calm. He is your child and you take care of him so well.

I lift up my little guys to you as your children. You care for them and have trusted me to raise them in your way. I pray you would give me the wisdom and strength to raise them in your way. I know I do not always make the right decision and I am grateful for second, third and the five million chances you give me.

I pray for all the families out there that do not have enough during this season. Lord, if there is a way for me to help them I will. The idea of kids going hungry makes my stomach churn. Show me the way to help them.

Lord, I pray for my job situation. I feel like some leads are starting to pop up, but nothing solid yet. Please help guide me to make wise decisions.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

God,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I learned this prayer today and I think it is a really good one. It sort of takes out all the false words and leaves the simple truth. I, as we all are, am a sinner. I ask for Mercy. You are so great I have no words. I am but a sinner.

As I say this over and over I hope to quiet my mind from the garbage that clouds up my thoughts. I hope what is left is a quiet space for you to fill. My prayer is for me to know you are here and be open to what you are calling me to do.

I pray you would give me direction. I feel out of sorts and blah. I feel so low, but I am trying to look to you and have faith in you. I know you will lead me if only I would listen.

I pray for my big guy tonight. He got bonked in the face and I ask that you would be with him to get some rest and heal his wounds. I pray nothing serious is wrong. I also pray for the little one. He is still not totally healthy. I ask that you give him strength to make it through the days ahead so he may enjoy the wonderful blessings in the next week.

I pray all these things in Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I thank you for today. I got to spend some quality time with my oldest. Those times remind just how special he is and just how crazy about him I am. Day after day I start to lose sight of how special he is and then we share an afternoon or even a moment together and it comes crashing into my heart how much I love him. You gave me to wonderful kids. They both have their moments, but you must have known what you were doing when you gave them to me. I learn so much from them. I hope they learn something from me other than how to get upset. They are sweet, loving and smart guys. Thank you so much for giving me time to remind myself and appreciate them.

I pray that all parents would stop and realize just how wonderful their kids are. I pray that if they cannot see it, they would get the help they need. Maybe they just need some time away to re-charge. Maybe they need to get some serious help. I ask that you be with them and touch their hearts so they may see their child(ren) for what they are, your children.

We are all given such a wonderful gift. A baby to take care of. Your children.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers for Children

Lord,

Today was so nice to have time for me. I know it is selfish to say, but honestly I thank you for giving me such a gift as time to get some things done. I only wish I would have focused and done more.

I pray for my little guy. We thought he was on the mend, but it seems maybe he is getting sick again. Please keep him on the road to health. I ask that you would heal him so he can be a sweet boy again. He is restless and cranky much of the time and I wish I could do more. Please give me the strength to make it through the next few days.

I pray for the little ones still sick. No child should have to endure being so ill. It is a test of faith and I ask that you be with each of them as they make it through their ordeals.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Thank you for this day. I got to spend it with two happy boys. The Sun was shining and I could just tell you had answered thousands of prayers. I am thankful you look after us.

I pray that the kids will do well for their sitter. Give her the patience to deal with every cry and need. I ask that you would be with us as we venture out to find ourselves. Please help us to find each other again. Be with us as we try to connect.

I still pray for J and my little one. May they both continue to heal so they can be happy, healthy children.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

God,

I come to you to admit my low self. Today was such a slow, bumming day. I could only think of myself and I know that is not what you wish. I cannot seem to get over what ever it is that is bringing me down. I cannot stop thinking of me.

I pray that you could press upon my heart a direction to go. I am asking you to change my heart so that I may feel full and complete in you. Clear the cobwebs and let me find you.

I still pray for J. I do not know how she is, but I pray you would continue to be with her and her family. May the doctors have wisdom to get her well. May her family have the strength to rally around her. May their friends and family keep them in their prayers.

I also continue to pray for my little one. You are healing him quickly and I am so thankful. His fever is lowering and I am grateful he is coming back to health. I ask you to watch over all of us and give us strength to stay strong. I know I am tired, but I am trying to continue on caring for all of us so we can all be healthy again.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers for Children

Lord,

There are so many kids getting sick. Not just runny nose sick, but full out critical care sick. I lift up each and every one of these kids to you asking you to heal them. I pray their doctors have the wisdom to treat the problem and help comfort the kids. Please be with all the families as they care for their little one(s) in this stressful time. Call on friends and neighbors to bring meals or care for the healthy siblings.

I pray especially for J who is in and out of the hospital getting lots of tests to find out what is wrong. She seems better, but is still a sick little girl. I pray for her family to be strong and they may get help caring for the other kids. May her doctor have the wisdom to find what is wrong and may you heal her quickly.

I pray also for my own baby. He has had a fever for a couple of days and he is so sad. Please give is the guidance to know when enough is enough and take him to a doctor. Please let the medicines work to give him some relief. I ask you to heal my little guy. If there is any way, please do not let the other one get this. Keep him strong and healthy so we may take care of each of them.

God, you are so strong and powerful. Your hands are so big. I give you my worry and fear and know that you will take care of us. Please be with all the families caring for a sick little one. Ease their fears. I ask they would give you their troubles as your hands are bigger and you are able to carry the loads of all of us.

I ask you to guide us all and be with us. Give us wisdom to care for your children.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Lord,

Please help my little guys sleep. One is wound up and the other not feeling well. Heal him so he can resume being mybsweet boy.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I am so thankful for this day. The family was together having fun, relaxing and spending quality time together. It was lovely. Sure, it rained and poured all day, but even still it was a wonderful day. You are awesome that you give us this time together to enjoy each other.

I am thankful for getting to spend time with our friends too. We got to have a meal and hang out with folks that do care about us. They are not perfect and I do not know about their spiritual lives, but they would help us out in any situation and that counts for me. I am grateful to spend time with people that will listen.

I continue to pray for work. Everyone I know knows I am looking so I hope that helps me in some way. Lord, I am deaf and dumb so I need you to give me a clear, loud sign of where I should go. Please press upon my heart the direction I should take. I am waiting and willing to follow you.

I pray for my kids that they may stay healthy through this awful time of sickness. I am thankful and grateful you have kept us all as well as we have been for this long. I pray for all the families that are not so lucky. May you heal them and they be back as a family quickly.

I pray for my friends that they might find you. I do not know their stories, but I pray that you continue to be there for them. I pray they would turn to you when they are lost.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.