Are you already up to your elbows in
- Turkeys and hams?
- Searching for everyone's favorite recipes?
- Drying bread for homemade stuffing?
- Christmas shopping – online or in-store?
- Figuring out who is coming and what they can bring?
- Dreading every moment of the next few weeks?
Whether you love the holidays or hate them, there is a strategy to include in your preparation. Even if you aren’t hosting or aren’t even sure you have a place to go, the Lord is ready to help you have the best season possible.
Take a moment to consider the things that cross your mind as you approach this special time of year. That’s what I did as I prepared this prayer list specifically designed for the love/hate relationship many of us have with the holiday season.
Are these prayers good any time of year? Yes! Could they make a difference in your joy and effectiveness for the Kingdom during this time of year? Absolutely!
You can use one a day, pray all of them every day, or find the one that best fits what’s concerning you today.
Pray to desire God’s glory above your own – 1 Corinthians 10:31; Colossians 3:23
Pray that all that you will not do anything that can’t be done in the Lord’s name – Colossians 3:17
Pray for grace in togetherness - that you won’t expect perfection in yourself or others – John 1:16
Pray believing because all things are possible with God – Mark 10:27
Pray to know/understand someone better – Luke 10:27
Pray that you will look for positives first – Philippians 4:8
Pray that you will be a blessing to others - Colossians 3:12
Pray for wisdom for every situation - James 1:5
Pray that you will be forgiven and/or will forgive others – Colossians 3:13
Pray for encouragement from the Lord when things are stressful – Isaiah 40:31
Pray to ask for help when needed and accept help when offered – Ecclesiastes 4:9
Pray that you will take every opportunity to share what the Lord has done for you – Colossians 4:6
PRAYER: Lord, I pray for each person who accesses this list. I pray that they will rely on you for whatever they need the most in this season. I pray that all of us will take on only the things that honor you and not exhaust ourselves with burdens that don’t enhance anyone’s holiday. Guide us in your wisdom and encourage us as only you can do. Amen.
Please drop a comment if you find the list helpful and/or if you have any suggested prayers to add.
Also, I’ve included a PDF that you can download, as well as a JPG you can save to your phone's photo gallery.
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