When You’re Out of Words

Pray without ceasing.

I Thessalonians 5:17, ESV

Sometimes prayer seems daunting.

Like what do I say? How much time do I need to spend in prayer? Is God really hearing me? Am I praying the right thing?

I’ve had all these thoughts at different times. At various points in my life, I became discouraged and maybe even stopped praying for a time.

One tip that helps me is to pray scripture. As you read the Bible, ask God to show you verses to pray for your own situation.

Here are some that I have prayed.

For unbelievers: Psalm 119:36-37. Turn their hearts toward You. Preserve their life according to Your word.

For my adult children: Psalm 37:23. Direct their steps. Guide them in Your ways.

For myself: Psalm 25:4. Show me Your ways. Teach me Your paths.

For protection: Psalm 119:114. Lord, You are our refuge and shield.

For wisdom: James 1:5. God, You give wisdom generously to all who ask.

For truth: Psalm 119:29-30. Lord, help us choose truth. Keep us from deceit and lies.

Lord, thank You for hearing and answering our prayers.

Stacy Graves