Prayer for Forgiveness for Others
“God, I am really struggling to forgive (specific person). Please give me the strength and courage to forgive this person, keeping in mind that You first forgave me. I know it may not be easy, but I want to do what is right. Please strengthen and enable me to do so today.”
Prayer for Those We Disagree With
“God, it’s so easy to get annoyed, upset or critical with those I disagree with. Today, I ask that You would soften these tensions. Help me to listen, and help them to listen as well. Help us to have mature discussions, and let Your truth be known. Please make these conversations pleasant, edifying and fruitful, even when we don’t agree.”
Prayer for the Sick
“God, today I pray for those who are sick–both those suffering from long-term, chronic illnesses as well as those who simply aren’t feeling well today. We know You are the great Healer. Please heal those You choose to heal, and give strength and peace to those who continue to wait for their healing. And help us to trust You in the meantime.”
Prayer for Cultural Leaders
“God, there are so many people our culture looks up to, and even idolizes, and not all of these cultural leaders always send the right messages. Today, I ask that You would draw our nation’s cultural leaders back to You. Bring about a revival, God. Give a greater voice to those who speak Your words and Your truth, and quiet those who would speak against You. Change our nation’s culture as only You can.”
BELLSHILL: CENTRAL PARISH CHURCH OF SCOTLAND 