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    A Short Sunday Prayer

    Our Almighty God and Father, we come before you with reverence and gratitude on this sacred Sunday.

    We lift our voices in praise, recognizing your sovereignty over the heavens, the earth, and our lives.

    In this moment, we extend heartfelt appreciation for the countless blessings you have lavished upon us: the precious gift of life, the provisions of sustenance and shelter, the embrace of family, and countless other unmerited blessings.

    With contrite hearts, we humbly seek your mercy and the cleansing power of your precious blood to purify us from our transgressions. We acknowledge our shortcomings before you, both in our actions towards you and our interactions with one another. Holy Spirit, guide us in understanding the depth of forgiveness and grace, just as you forgave us through the sacrifice of the cross.

    Lord, we extend gratitude for your watchful protection and the deliverance, seen and unseen, that you have lovingly bestowed upon us. With hearts full of joy, we lift a humble request for strength and well-being for those who labor in service: those who maintain the church, prepare nourishing meals, and support our pastors in their duties.

    We beseech you for divine wisdom to guide the media and sound teams as they employ their skills to prepare for the worship service.

    Lord Jesus, may your boundless joy continue to overflow in the hearts of the ushers as they warmly welcome every individual who enters.

    What other aspects can you add to the Sunday prayer?


    We extend our heartfelt blessings to you for the unwavering commitment and patience that you have bestowed upon our community group leaders. May your presence grace our times of fellowship, knitting us together in love and mutual support.

    Likewise, we offer our gratitude for the mantle of praise that rests upon the Praise team. May the Holy Spirit guide them as they lead us through songs and instruments, infusing each melody with joyful hearts dedicated to worshiping you daily.

    Lord, we entrust the deacons, deaconesses, leaders, and elders into your care. We acknowledge and appreciate the wisdom and grace you have endowed them with to serve your people.

    In the same breath, we present all our pastors before you. Their sacrifices do not go unnoticed, and we thank you for them. Shower them with continuous anointing, fortitude, and unending peace for both them and their families.

    With hearts brimming with gratitude, we lift our congregants to you. May we not just hear your word, but also embody it in our actions. We pray to experience the hope, joy, and prosperity it imparts.

    For our great nation, [insert your country], we express our gratitude for your encompassing canopy of peace and protection. We also remember the nations of the world, especially those marred by conflict and plagued by economic hardship. Pour out your mercy upon their citizens, bestowing wisdom upon leaders and presidents.

    Above all, for the global body of Christ, may our love continue to burgeon. Enable us to radiate your light in a world shrouded in darkness.

    All praise, glory, honor, adoration, and exultation belong to you, in the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

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    Reasons why you should pray?


    Is consistent daily prayer proof of our connection with God? Prayer serves as an ongoing dialogue with the divine that’s essential, regardless of our feelings. To pray is a command from God. That’s why Jesus said “when you pray”.

    Even amid the demands of daily life, whether it’s household tasks or work commitments, maintaining a relationship with God through prayer remains crucial.

    A thriving Christian life heavily relies on regular communication with God.

    The Bible outlines numerous reasons for engaging in prayer, and this article highlights a selection of these purposes.

    What does God do after we pray?

    God always acts every time we converse with him. It might take a long time before we see the results physically but he hears our thoughts. He listens and will be with us every time irrespective of how we feel.

    2 Chronicles 6:21

    Hear the supplications of your servant and of your people Israel when they pray toward this place. Hear from heaven, your dwelling place; and when you hear, forgive.

    Ephesians 1:18

    I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people.

    Jeremiah 29:12

    Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.

    Job 22:27

    You will pray to him, and he will hear you, and you will fulfill your vows.

    When should we pray?

    Late Prophet TB Joshua said, “a break in prayer is a break in faith“. There is no specific time for it.

    It is our heart communication with God either by speaking in tongues, singing spiritual songs or using our language to express reverence to God. We also have the rare opportunity to make requests. What a blessing!

    Ephesians 6:18

    And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

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    Why should we pray for others?

    Our prayers can help others in many ways inlcuding preventing them from death. However, there is a limit on what we can invest time for others. Jesus prayed for us so we ought to do the same.

    1 John 5:16

    If you see any brother or sister commit a sin that does not lead to death, you should pray and God will give them life. I refer to those whose sin does not lead to death. There is a sin that leads to death. I am not saying that you should pray about that.

    John 17:15

    My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.

    James 5:13

    Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise.

    How should we pray?

    Believing is the key. When we have it, God responds in his time and his unique way.

    Mark 11:24

    24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

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