PRAY

What is prayer?

Prayer is a conversation with God.

You Can Talk to God

You don’t have to know the right words. You don’t have to be a “perfect” Christian. You don’t have to have everything figured out.

Just come as you are

God wants you to know Him, and He invites you to bring your whole heart to Him.

Start Here

1. Know Who You’re Speaking To
Come before God knowing that He is your loving Father, Creator, and King. You can approach Him because of Jesus.

2. Thank God
Take a moment to thank Him. Thank Him for who He is, for His love, and for the things He’s placed in your life.

3. Ask for God’s Will
Give God your plans and desires. Ask Him to lead you and help you trust His ways.

“Your will be done.” — Matthew 6:10

4. Tell Him What You Need
Talk to God about what’s on your heart. Bring Him your worries, questions, hopes, relationships, decisions, and needs.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7

5. Ask for Forgiveness
Be honest about your sin. Confess it to God, receive His forgiveness, and ask Him to help you walk in His ways.

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.” — 1 John 1:9

6. Pray With Someone
You don’t have to pray alone. Ask a trusted friend, family member, or fellow believer to pray with you.

“Pray for one another.” — James 5:16

7. Pray God’s Word
Let Scripture become part of your prayers. Find a verse that speaks to what you’re walking through and talk to God about it.

8. Memorize Scripture
Keep God’s Word close to your heart. As you memorize Scripture, you’ll carry His truth with you wherever you go.

“I have stored up your word in my heart.” — Psalm 119:11

Prayer Examples

You don’t have to know exactly what to say. These prayers are simply examples to help you begin your own conversation with God.

When You’re Starting Your Day

Father, thank You for giving me another day. Please guide my thoughts, words, and actions today. Help me follow You, love people well, and look for the ways You are working around me. Use my life for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When You’re Anxious

Father, my heart feels overwhelmed right now. I give these worries to You because I know You care for me. Please give me Your peace and help me trust You with what I cannot control. Remind me that You are with me. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When You Need Guidance

God, I don’t know what to do. Please give me wisdom and make Your will clear. Help me not to lean only on my own understanding, but to trust You and follow where You lead. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When You Have Sinned

Father, I confess that I have sinned. I’m sorry for the ways I’ve gone against You. Thank You for Jesus and the forgiveness I have through Him. Help me turn away from sin and walk in Your ways. In Jesus’ name, amen.

For Someone You Love

Father, I bring ________ to You today. You know exactly what they need. Please protect them, guide them, draw them closer to You, and help them know Your love. Let Your will be done in their life. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When You Need Strength

God, I feel weak and I don’t know how I’m going to get through this. Please give me strength for today. Help me remember that I don’t have to do this alone. Help me depend on You and trust Your strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When You’re Thankful

Father, thank You. Thank You for Your goodness, Your grace, and Your faithfulness. Thank You for the ways You have provided for me and the people You’ve placed in my life. Help me never take Your blessings for granted. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Praying Scripture

“Lord, Your Word says, ‘The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.’ Help me trust You as my Shepherd today. Lead me, provide for me, and help me rest in Your care. Amen.”

When You Want to Be Used by God

Father, here I am. Send me. Show me who needs Your love today and give me the courage to be obedient. Help me share Jesus with the people You place in my path and use my life to point others to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

You Can Make It Your Own

These aren’t magic words or prayers you have to repeat perfectly.

Talk to God honestly.
Bring Him your whole heart.
Listen to His Word.
Trust Him with your life.

Your prayer can start with just one sentence:

“God, I need You.”

Keep Talking to God

Prayer doesn’t have to be perfect or complicated. Keep coming back to God. Talk to Him throughout your day, bring Him what is on your heart, and make space to listen through His Word.

Whether you have five minutes or just a few seconds, God invites you into conversation with Him.

Start where you are.
Talk to God.
Trust Him with the rest.

“Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17