Category: Prayers in English

Today, we pray for alcoholics

Lord Jesus, today we bring to You those addicted to alcohol. Jesus, only You can heal these men and women who are caught in the web of intoxication. We pray that our youth especially, are protected from falling into this temptation. May our homes and organisations be places where individuals can celebrate joys, without drinking. Heal the alcohol addicts by Your power. Amen.

Today, we pray for those in debt

Lord Jesus, today we pray for the grace to be free from debt. Lord, help us to honour You first with our money. Whatever we earn, let the first fruits be Yours. May our brothers and sisters who are facing debts, loans, mortgages, crisis situations or loss of jobs – be helped in time, by Your angels. Give us financial blessings. When the system fails us, please provide us adequately for our needs. Amen.

Today, we pray for the hungry

Lord Jesus, today we bring to You those among us who are hungering for a square meal. Lord, do not judge our cruel world where the wealthy are enjoying the best of luxuries, while millions are starving. We also surrender our hunger for love, care and fellowship. We especially submit the vulnerable – the old, the children and the lonely, who do not have anyone to offer them anything and have to fend for themselves daily. May those who are hungry be filled, by You and by Your creations who live Your love. Amen.

Today, we pray for childless couples

Lord Jesus, today we bring to You all Your children who are longing to hold a baby in their arms. Lord, we pray for mercy. We pray for the grace to trust You and for strength, if the wait has been long. May all marriage beds be kept holy. Forgive all the sins that couples have committed against their spirits, souls and bodies. We also pray that more and more childless men and women will be open to giving lonely orphans a home. Let their prayers meet in heaven for a common good. May the couples’ cries for an heir...

Today, we pray for those who want to return to Jesus

Lord Jesus, our Saviour, today we pray for those of our brethren who are longing to come back to You, to the church. Lord, only You know what is stopping them – their challenges, confusions and struggles. We pray that You send angels into their lives – Christian men and women who can bring them back. We pray that when they return, they return with fervour and a lifelong dedication, never to go away or astray again. Bless also the ones who are standing by and waiting, the family and friends praying ceaselessly for their return. Amen.