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Prayers for Increased Joy

Praising God

Heavenly Father, joy is found in You. Psalm 16:11 tells me, 

"You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand." 

I praise You for being the source of joy not only for myself but for my marriage. I know that You will make known to us the path of life and You will fill us with joy as we abide in Your presence. 

Thank You that the attainment of true joy is found in You and that joy is available to us at any time. 1 Chronicles 16:27 assures us that ‘splendor and majesty are before him [God]; strength and joy are in His dwelling place.’ As a married couple, we can gain both strength and joy simply by remaining in Your presence. You have blessed us with access to You, and I honor Your name in praise. In Christ's name, amen.

Praying for Blessing and Intervention

Gracious Lord, I pray for my spouse according to Romans 15:13, 

“May the God of hope fill [him/her] with all joy and peace as [he/she trusts in You], so that [he/she] may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” 

Flood my spouse’s spirit with the fullness and power of Your joy. Give them experiences that reignite their playful side. Allow me the chance to be a part of You bringing joy to my spouse. I want to see their smile, laugh, and delight in the abundance of blessings You have given us each day. 

May our home and our marriage be known for the joy we share together. And may that joy overflow into the lives of those around us, for Your glory and their good. In Christ’s name, amen.