Finding Peace When Feeling Threatened

“Lord, you keep us safe and protect us forever.” (Psalm 12: 7)

 

You may feel threatened until you remember who protects you.

 

Father,

   Sometimes I feel afraid, threatened by people and circumstances,

      Then I remember that if you are with me no one can stand against me.

   Calm me with your promise and presence,

      Surround me with your love and protection,

      Help me to live fully in your confidence and peace.

Amen

How to Find Peace in the Midst of Challenges

“The promises of the Lord can be trusted like pure silver.”  (Psalm 12: 6)

 

Life may present changing challenges but God’s promises remain true and pure.

 

Lord,

   When I am faced with challenges it’s easy to feel overwhelmed,

      Yet, when I focus on your promises I feel confident and at peace.

   Thank you for your promises which guide my actions and strengthen my heart.

      Quiet me with your peace that I may see your power.

      Fill me with your confidence that I may see your promises.

Amen

Life That Extends on Forever

“The Lord is king forever and ever.” (Psalm 10:16)

 

This life may end but God’s kingdom never does.

 

Lord,

  Thank you that as your child I need not fear death,

      But instead rest in your promise that I’ll overcome it and live with you forever.

   Forgive me for trying to give myself the life only you can give,

      Give me that life with you that will never end,

      Help me to live every day in the confidence your best is yet to come.

Amen

Peace in Times of Struggle

“God will never forget the needy; nor the hope and prayer of the afflicted.” (Psalm 9:18)

 

For a season you may struggle but in the end God will answer.

 

Father,

   Sometimes I feel overwhelmed with challenges.  I struggle to stay on top.

      Yet, you’ve promised you hear my prayers and answer every one in your perfection.

   Rescue me from my struggles.  Set my feet on solid ground.

      Forgive me for doubting you.  Focusing more on my problems than your power.

      Fill me with your confidence.  Help me to rest in your hope.

Amen

 

Filled with Praise and Joy

“I will tell others all my praises of you and rejoice in your salvation and help.” (Psalm 9:14)

 

When praise is on your lips joy will fill your heart.

 

Father,

   Thank you for all of your many gifts, your blessings that fill my life.

      I rejoice in your salvation and how you always help me.

   Fill my voice with praise and my heart with joy,

      Give me your salvation and your help,

      Help me see clearly all your blessings which surround and fill me.

Amen

A Life Filled with Praise

“Sing praises to the Lord, who rules his kingdom!  Tell everyone about his wondrous deeds.” (Psalm 9:11)

 

When we see God’s amazing blessings in our lives our concerns are overcome with praise.

 

Lord,

   Thank you for the wondrous blessings that you’ve given me,

      I praise you for them and your love that fills my life.

   Help me to focus on your gifts rather than my challenges,

      Fill me with praise rather than concern,

      Help me to share your love that others may know you too.

Amen

 

 

Filled With Confidence in the Midst of Challenges

“Lord, those who know you trust in you because you never abandon those who seek you.” (Psalm 9:10)

 

We are filled with confidence not because of circumstances but because of God’s faithfulness.

 

Lord,

   Sometimes my challenges cause me to worry because they seem overwhelming,

      Yet, I rest in your confidence when I remember your unfailing faithfulness.

   Help me to look with eyes of confidence rather than worry,

      Fill me with your peace in place of my fear,

      Surround me with your faithfulness that I don’t deserve but diligently seek.

Amen

Finding Peace When Life Seems Unfair

The Lord rules the world with righteousness and brings fairness to all people.” (Psalm 9: 8)

 

Life may seem unfair at times but God brings fairness where there is none.

 

Lord,

   Sometimes it seems like life is so unfair,

      Yet, you promise you will make it fair.

   Help me to rest knowing you are not resting,

      Give me your peace knowing you make all things right,

      Let me see you win so I don’t need to strive to.

Amen

 

A Power Greater Than All Others

“The Lord reigns as king forever; he has established his throne to bring righteousness.” (Psalm 9: 7)

 

Evil may abound for a time but God will overcome it in the end.

 

Lord,

   Sometimes I feel like I’m surrounded by evil and afraid of being overcome.

      Yet, I know, you are king forever and your kingdom will prevail.

   Enter into my life and banish those who work evil,

      Let me see your power and goodness,

      Fill me with the confidence that results in your peace.

Amen

Moving Beyond Hurts to Healing

“Lord, you took my side and set everything right as a perfect judge.” (Psalm 9: 4)

 

Life may seem unfair at times but God isn’t finished making it right.

 

Lord,

   Sometimes life seems unfair, filled with hurts I didn’t cause.

      Yet, I know you’re not finished and will turn those hurts into health.

   Protect me from the unfair hurts,

      Heal me from their pain,

      Fill me with peace to discover your healing.

Amen