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.

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.

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

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

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.

Prayers

Lord,

Thank you for this day. M wanted a party to hang out with friends, and he got just that. I spent way too much money on everything, but how was I to know we would be brought so much? Anyway, thank you for giving him a special day to celebrate.

I pray for my little ones that have been so excited today they may never sleep again. Help them relax and get some rest.

I pray for me to get a job. I am really feeling like I need something soon. You have a plan and it will all come in time, but it is starting to hurt a bit. What direction do I even go?

Please be with all the little ones as they continue to make it through this season of sickness. Keep them warm and safe and healthy. There is so much to come in the next many weeks that it can be really overwhelming.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I pray everything goes smoothly tomorrow.

I pray I find a job soon.

I pray the kids stay healthy.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I ask that you be with us. Let us feel your hands upon us. Let us feel the love you have for us. Let us know you are here, watching, leading us. We need so many things and you know of each of them. Tonight I just ask you give us the love and strength we need to get through to the next day.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

I am not sure where to start tonight. I feel sort of down. Maybe if I go to bed I can start fresh in the morning. Tomorrow is a new day.

I pray for P. She has her issues and she has been through so much. I know she will stay faithful through and through, but she really deserves to have something good come her way. I pray she can hold on until you take her where you want her.

I pray for J. I have no proof, but I think she wants to start a family and is waiting for a new situation. Give her the direction she needs. Help her be patient as she waits for You.

I pray for me, my family. We desperately need a change. I am at a loss and ask you to give me some direction. I have faith You will get us there. I have faith we will be a fully functioning family.

I pray for J and her new endeavor. She has taken on a new adventure and while it is a slow process we are excited for her and ask that you give her patience as she waits and works her way through each step. May the end product be a glory to you.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

God,

You are so wise. You knew I needed today so badly. It feels like it has been forever since we have had a good day with the oldest. He has been cranky and grouchy all wrapped up in a bad mood. I began to wonder if I could be his mother. It was hard. It was too much. Then. Today. It was wonderful to make it through the day without a fight, without tears. He had his moments, but when I said no, he said OK. Things just were not a big deal today. Thank you so much for giving me time to appreciate my kid for who he is. I needed it.

I pray for D. I do not even know him, but he is a little guy that has gotten pretty sick. I ask that you give him speedy recovery so he may go home to his family. Give his parents the strength to make it through. May they rely on You. May they seek You in this time.

Lord, I pray you would help me with the work situation. Give me a direction. Our friend D said he might know of something. If this is what I need to be doing, then please help me make it so. I am not sure where else to look. I am willing to try something new if that is where You want me.

I ask for a smooth morning. We have to all get somewhere in different directions and different times. I pray we can stay calm and make it through the day with your help.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Thank you for the opportunity to be out on my own with others. No kids to worry about. A fun, active evening. I realize how lucky I am. If it should continue I will be thankful and if it should end I will still be thankful I had it for a while.

I pray for a lead on a job. I do not know where to look. My family cannot survive me working nights and weekends. I need something during the day. The trouble is, that is a hard time slot to find. Please let something come up somewhere. You know our needs and how best to meet them. I trust you will help us.

I continue to pray for L. Heal the family so they may be together again.

I pray for the little ones that will not have much this Christmas. May they find someone or something to carry them through. Let them know they have you.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Another beautiful day. I am so thankful my kids are healthy or even mostly healthy. They have had their issues with lack of sleep and runny noses, but overall they are OK. I thank you for not putting us through the ringer just yet.

I pray to you for guidance. I do not know what to do. There are so many needs and I do not want to always come to you asking for things, but I need you in a big way. I am not getting the messages if you are sending them. You know I am kind of dense sometimes so if you could spell it out for me that would be great. Where do I go? What do I do about A? Help.

I also continue to pray for L and his family. Heal them so they may once again be together.

I pray for A. I hope she is feeling more in control and leaning on you. Give her the strength she needs to make it through the next few days so she may enjoy her time.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Thank you for giving us today. For the warm weather and the time to savor sweet moments. Even in the midst of the hard stuff we were able to pick out the good.

I pray for the two little ones sleeping right now. May they know you and love you. I am not sure how to teach them all they need to know. Give me the words to reach them and guide them. I know they are young and it will take time to understand. Bless them and keep them.

I pray you would lead me. Put upon my heart the calling you desire for me. Where should I go? What should I be doing? Show me the door and I will walk through it.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Today was beautiful. The weather was warm and the sun was out. So lovely. I managed to get things done and still not feel like the day was sucked away. There is still much to do, but we will get to that later.

I continue to pray for L and his family. Heal them so they may once again be together and do all the things a family does. I pray for my own family. The little one is not feeling all that great, though I do not mind the extra cuddles he wants. Both boys could use a good nights sleep and a couple good naps. Give us all strength to deal with the fallout if they do not get it.

Lord, I pray you would guide me to the position I need to be in. We need for me to work again, but things are not looking good. I have faith you will take care of us as you always have. I would ask you to help me find a door to open. Where should I be? What area should I be looking in? Help me, please.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Father,

I cannot say today was good. I am not sure what the problem was exactly, but it was me. There is a build up of tension and at some point in the day I blow. I am sorry.

Tonight I pray again for L and his family. The kids are getting sick and things seem to be falling apart for them. Give them strength while you heal them. I pray they would heal quickly and be back to being a family and together.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

Prayers

Lord,

Thank you for the day with my little one. We did not actually spend much time together, but it was good anyway.

So many things tonight. I pray for a little girl in the hospital, M. I do not know her, but her story came to me today. I pray that You would be with her. Whatever your plan for her and her parents I am not trying to change. I only ask that you give them strength and wisdom to endure the situation. They will need to lean on You so much.

I pray for L as he gets stronger and begins to heal. Give his doctors wisdom so that they may find out what is wrong and heal him. Be with his family as they endure this trying time while husband and father is not available.

Be with A as she is overwhelmed right now. Give her a moment to breath and trust in you. You will take care of her and her family. She is tired and needs someone close to step in to help. Give her that help. Give her the rest she needs. Let her heart know she can relax and trust in you.

I pray for A and C and even myself. We are all looking for work to help our families. Please let the doors open so we can step in and help out. You have a plan for each of us and we have faith you will take care of us. Help us all trust in you and have faith something will come.

I pray for S and her family. They lost a dear one recently and are feeling the emptiness left behind. Comfort them and let them know you can fill that void for them until they see their loved one again.

I also pray for A and her cousin. Let her doctors have wisdom and perseverance to find what is wrong and begin her healing. Give her strength to continue to endure through the pain. Also be with J and her uncle as he has his surgery soon and I missed who had the other pain, but please be with them as well. May their doctors give them some answers and bring them some comfort. Help them know You are with them through it all.

Please bring comfort to S. She exposed a painful story today and by doing so maybe helped others. We are all to share our stories to spread Your word. She took a scary step today and should be proud.

I pray all these things in Jesus Christ, Amen.