Daily Prayers - October

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October 25

I bind myself to you this day, oh Christ, in your truth and in your sacrifice. I give to you my anxiety and my fear, my depression and my doubt, for you have promised to take them if we only ask; and I take upon myself your burden, for it is light and your way is gentle. May I keep this in my heart and mind all this day. Amen.

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In the Time of Trouble

Father, thank You for Your goodness. My soul was melting because of trouble, I was at my wits’ end. Then I cried to You, my LORD, in my trouble, and You brought me out of my distresses. You calmed the storm, and the waves are still. Now I am glad. Thank You for guiding me. I give thanks to You for Your goodness, and for Your wonderful works to my children in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Psalm 107:23-31

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Dear Lord Jesus, help me to search my heart today and see if I am really living what I say I believe. Give me courage to look at the "real me," the strength to change what separates me from You, and love enough to ignore the cost!

This I pray in Your holy name.

Amen.

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My Father, if I may be living in bad habits, help me to get out of them. If I may be neglectful of good deeds, help me to get at them. May I reach for the highest purposes as I search for the realities, and may I not delay, but start today. Amen.

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Jesus, light of the world, lead us to be tolerant and understanding of others, looking for what unites people rather than what might divide and separate. Inspire us always to discover the best in one another and work together to build up your kingdom in our world today. Amen.

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O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us heartily rejoice in the rock of our salvation. Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving and be glad in him with psalms. For the Lord is a great God and a great king above all gods. In his hand are the depths of the earth and the heights of the mountains are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands have moulded the dry land. Come, let us worship and bow down and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God; we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.

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Holy Father, Creator God! Thank You for all that You have given us: your continued blessings, provisions, protection and everlasting presence. Thank You for sharing Yourself and Your Kingdom with us. Bless us and enlarge our spiritual territory of life, faith and grace. Let Your hand be upon us always and keep us from all harm and evil. Enable us to give back to You by helping and blessing others with the same love, grace and mercy You have shown us. This we pray in the Blessed name of Jesus, our Savior, Amen!"

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We praise You, O God, with the morning light, and in the brightness of a new day we bless Your holy name.

For all You have given us – the gift of life, making us in Your own image, allowing us to share as children in Your knowledge and love and in Your work and joy, we thank you, Heavenly Father.

For all good things in the world, for food and clothing, for home and friendship, for useful tasks and good pleasures, we thank You, Heavenly Father.

For all spiritual blessings, for the good example and blessed memory of Your saints, for the secret influence of Your Spirit, we thank You, Heavenly Father.

And above all we bless You for the redeeming life and death of Your dear Son, our Savior – Jesus Christ. Amen.

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God our Father, you conquer the darkness of ignorance by the light of your Lord. Strengthen within our hearts the faith you have given us; let not temptation ever quench the fire that your love has kindled with us. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

BLESSING
May the Lord bless us, protect us from all evil and bring us to everlasting life. Amen

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“A Prayer For The Spirit’s Help”

Father, we are very grateful for the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives; thankful especially for the convicting work of the Spirit that enables us to see our need for salvation. You provide guidance, comfort, correction, and strength through the work of the Spirit that resides within our hearts. Not only are we prompted and led by Your Spirit, but we consider those who are sensitive to the Spirit’s leading, who have come to us in our time of need and helped to restore our strength or helped clarify Your leading in our lives. May we also be willing messengers of Your Holy Spirit as we serve You day in and day out. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen.

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Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, "I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12, RSV

Lord our God, grant that our spirit may recognize your Spirit and your love, so that our lives cannot be swallowed up by passing concerns but are lifted to something higher. Help us hold fast to all the blessings you have allowed us to experience, the blessings you will certainly continue to give, even though new battles and new troubles are all around us. Send a great light to shine among the many people whose task is to lead the way so that your kingdom may come. Send light so that your name may be honored through men's deeds and you may be known as life for all. Amen.

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Dear Lord, thank you for this day. Give me the wisdom to know that even the smallest effort can produce big results.

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Dear heavenly Father, I am thankful that I am a child of Yours, and that You are always there to meet every need that I have. My faith and trust are in You, and I know that whatever a day brings, You will be there with me. Give me the grace to deal with the problems that I must face. Also, may I remain humble when You reward me and bless me in special ways. May I always be mindful to give You thanks and praise for everything that You have done for me and my family. I do not want to take Your blessings for granted. All praise belongs to You! I pray this prayer in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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“A Prayer For Staying Faithful”

Father, there is gladness in our hearts when we express our praise to You. We don’t want a complaining heart that dwells on that which one does not have, but we desire a thankful heart that appreciates all that has been given to us. We have continuous evidence of Your grace in every area of our life including that of our fellow brothers and sisters who have forsaken the world and surrendered their all to You. May we be eager to reveal Your grace to others as You continue the lifelong work of replacing our old nature by transforming it into the likeness of Your Son, Jesus Christ. May we be found faithful with steadfast purpose all the days of our life. Amen

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Dear Father, thank you for today and all that you do. I love you Lord with all my heart. Please help me show this love to others as I go about the day.

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Prayer for Strength and Faith
In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Dear Lord, see me through these hard times. In these troubling times, I am filled with unspeakable fears. I reach out my hand to you now, And ask you to walk besides me. I cannot carry all my burdens, But I know you can, and will. Please walk beside me. Please guide me. Please help me hold on strong, Through the trials and storms. Help me hold on to my faith, In even the darkest hour. Stay with me Lord, And show me Your way. In your love and Holy Spirit I abide. Amen.