Praying for My Family Part 1Sample

A PRAYER OF GRATITUDE & BLESSING

For a few days, you have been intentionally thinking about and praying for your family. Prayer is not easy. Family is not easy. Thankfully, God is for you and for your family. When we pray for people, God softens our hearts toward them. God opens our eyes to see His good work in their lives. He gives us hope for restored relationships, healed hurts, and redeemed hearts.

Ask Yourself:

-How has your attitude changed toward your family as you have prayed for them?

-What have you learned about God as you prayed for your family? What have you learned about yourself?

Pause to Pray for your family: Use today’s scriptures to express gratitude for your family. Use this prompt to get started -

Lord, this family thing is not easy, but I am thankful that family is your good design. Thank you for these family members who love me well… Thank you for those who encourage me… Thank you for the ones who have taught me so much… Lord, I ask that you would bless each one…

The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. - Numbers 6:24-26

Amen.

Take a Next Step: Continue praying for your family! Look for “Praying for My Family Part 2”

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