Prayer points for today

Here are 25 prayer points for today, focusing on guidance, strength, and gratitude. May these prayer points guide and inspire your time with the Lord today!

1. Dear God, I thank You for the gift of life and for waking me up to see another day. “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24, ESV)
2. Lord, I pray for wisdom to make the right decisions today. “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (James 1:5, NIV)
3. Father, please guide my steps and help me walk in Your will. “The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way.” (Psalm 37:23, ESV)
4. Lord, I ask for Your protection over my family and me throughout this day. “The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life.” (Psalm 121:7, NIV)
5. Heavenly Father, grant me peace in my heart and mind amidst any challenges I may face. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27, NIV)
6. Dear God, help me to show kindness and love to everyone I encounter today. “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32, NIV)
7. Lord, I ask for strength to overcome every temptation and stay focused on You. “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” (1 Corinthians 10:13, NIV)
8. Father, fill me with joy and gratitude for all Your blessings. “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NIV)
9. Lord, I pray for Your healing touch over anyone who is sick or in pain today. “He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave.” (Psalm 107:20, NIV)
10. Dear God, provide for those who are in need today, and use me as a vessel to help. “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19, NIV)
11. Lord, help me to keep my thoughts and words pure and pleasing to You. “May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.” (Psalm 19:14, NIV)
12. Father, I surrender my plans for today into Your hands; let Your will be done. “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” (Proverbs 16:3, NIV)
13. God, give me courage to face any difficult tasks or conversations today. “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9, NIV)
14. Lord, protect my mind and heart from negativity and fill me with Your truth. “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8, NIV)
15. Heavenly Father, help me to be a light to those around me and reflect Your love. “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” (Matthew 5:14, NIV)
16. God, remind me to be still and know that You are in control today. “Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10, NIV)
17. Lord, give me discernment to recognize Your voice and follow Your leading. “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” (John 10:27, NIV)
18. Father, help me to speak words of encouragement to someone who needs it today. “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” (Proverbs 16:24, NIV)
19. Dear God, I pray for peace in my workplace and good relationships with my colleagues. “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.” (Hebrews 12:14, NIV)
20. Lord, protect my home and let it be a place of peace and joy today. “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.” (Isaiah 32:18, NIV)
21. Father, help me to avoid distractions and remain productive in my tasks today. “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” (Ephesians 5:15-16, ESV)
22. God, fill my heart with compassion for those who are hurting or lonely today. “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, NIV)
23. Lord, protect me from harm and any plans of the enemy. “No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you.” (Isaiah 54:17, NIV)
24. Dear God, help me to seek You first in everything I do today. “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (Matthew 6:33, NIV)
25. Heavenly Father, thank You for Your unfailing love and mercy that are new every morning. “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23, NIV)