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A Necessary Reminder To Christians

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I look around lately, and I am disappointed.

Disappointed in how the media is always talking about doom and gloom…

Disappointed in how pessimistic everyone has become…

And disappointed in how people have forgotten that their lives are a gift from God.

As Christians, we have to remind everyone (and ourselves) that no matter how bad things might seem, we always have things to be grateful for.

We are blessed with the love and grace of God, and that alone is something to keep us going. 

We have a purpose and a plan, and we can trust that God is guiding us on our journey. 

As the Bible tells us in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I am conscious of my thoughts about you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you hope at the end..”

We also have the gift of salvation, which will forever give us hope.

As the Bible tells us in Romans 10:9, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” 

We have the ability to forgive and be forgiven.

We have food to eat, a roof over our heads, and the love and support of our family and friends.

It’s easy to take these things for granted, but when we pause to reflect on them, we realize how truly blessed we are.

It’s important to remember that we are not alone in our struggles. God is always with us and He is in control.

He has a plan for our lives and we can trust that He will see us through any hardship.

So, let’s take a moment to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. 

Say it with me:

“Thank you, Lord, for everything you have given me.”

Let’s be grateful for the small things, as well as the big things. 

And let’s be a light in this world, proving good morale and support in these trying times.

Say This Prayer To Acquire Abundance (Takes 30 Seconds)

Matthew 7:7 says “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.”

The Lord helps those who ask for help.

When we are faced with difficulties, we should always seek guidance.

God knows what’s best for us.

But it’s up to us to reach out to Him and receive His gracious help.

If you want to acquire wealth and prosperity, then before you do anything else, you should first ask for it.

Let us say this prayer together:

“Dear Heavenly Father, I come before You in humble gratitude for the blessings and provisions You have given me. I acknowledge that everything I have comes from You, and I am deeply thankful for Your love and generosity.

I ask, Lord, that You guide me in making wise decisions, and help me to be a faithful steward of the resources You have entrusted to me.

Teach me to prioritize Your Kingdom and to use my wealth for Your glory. Let me be a channel of Your blessings, sharing Your love and goodness with those around me.

I claim Your promises of abundance and prosperity, trusting that You will provide for my needs according to Your riches in glory. Help me to walk in faith and obedience as I seek to align my actions with Your plans and purposes.

Amen.”

You might be wondering, why does this prayer work? 

There is nothing special about it

Anyone could have thought of it.

But that’s the point!

It’s not what you say.

It’s how you feel when you say it.

The key lies in the goodness in our hearts.

When we pray with sincerity, faith, and gratitude, we make ourselves receptive to the blessings He has in store for us.

This prayer works as a tool to remind us that God is our provider and that we should be faithful stewards of His resources.

God’s ways are higher than ours, and His timing is flawless.

Sometimes, the blessings may not come in the way we expect or when we expect them, but God always knows what’s best for us.

We must always remain grateful for the blessings He bestows upon us. 

Cultivate a heart of thankfulness for everything that God has given you.

And you’ll find that your faith and trust in Him will grow, paving the way for the miraculous to take place.

May your prayers lead to abundant blessings.

Best 3 Short Prayers to Help Christians Start Their Day

I always tend to pray multiple times per day.

I also understand that most people are extremely busy throughout their day,

and they may not find enough time to set aside for daily prayers.

So I want to share with all of your “way too busy to pray” Christians,

three very short prayers that you can always find time to do!

Christian Prayer for Healing

Healer of all, touch those who are suffering and bring your comforting and restorative presence to their lives.

Christian Prayer for Strength

God, give me the strength to face challenges with courage and the faith to overcome them through your guidance.

Christian Prayer for Guidance

Heavenly Father, lead me in your ways, for I trust in your wisdom. May I walk according to your will and find your purpose for my life.

Why Your Local Church Always Boosts Your Mood

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There is nothing more captivating than the beautiful art in the church.

The intricate details, colors, and the emotions that are portrayed in the images are breathtaking.

But they are not just nice to look at.

Art has a profound impact on our spirits.

And scientists are currently catching up to that as well.

This is what they just found out.

Their study revealed that art has many health benefits.

While they focused on digital art viewing, the power of art in our churches is undoubtedly no less impactful.

When we gaze upon the sacred paintings, sculptures, and stained glass windows in our churches, we are reminded of the divine stories they represent. 

These sacred works of art are a visual testament to God’s love and grace.

And they invite us into a deeper, more personal relationship with Him.

For many, church art serves as a source of comfort and inspiration.

It provides solace during challenging times and encourages us to remain steadfast in our faith.

It can also help us feel more connected to our Christian brothers, as we share in the appreciation of these creative expressions of our shared beliefs.

The study also found that individuals with high levels of aesthetic responsiveness experienced more pleasurable and meaningful art experiences. 

This means that by cultivating our sensitivity to the beauty in our churches, we can harness the full potential of art to uplift our spirits.

And we can enhance our mental health.

So the next time you find yourself in the quiet sanctuary of your local church, take a moment to appreciate the beauty that surrounds you. 

Let the sacred art speak to your soul, allowing it to inspire, comfort, and transform you.

Remember, art serves many purposes.

It is an incredible way to bring us closer to God, strengthen our faith, and improve our overall well-being.

What is your favorite piece of art in your local church? Message me in the comments section back and let me know!

God Bless,

The Christian Tech Nerd

Why God Wants You To Be Kind (Even When You Don’t Feel Like It)

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Have you ever been hurt?

Either from a harsh word or a dismissive gesture?

It’s a hurt everyone has experienced

And it’s a hurt that everyone has inflicted at some point or another.

But as followers of Christ, we are tasked to be different.

We are tasked with kindness.

Not just to friends and family, but the more difficult type of kindness

The one that extends to strangers.

“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32)

This verse isn’t a suggestion. 

It’s a divine command.

God showed us the ultimate kindness by sending His son to die for our sins.

We must aim to follow His example.

Often, we just see a fraction of the struggles others are facing.

The grocery store clerk who smiles as she rings up your items may be battling a chronic illness. 

The neighbor who always keeps to himself might be shouldering the weight of deep loneliness.

The colleague who seems irritable could be dealing with a difficult family situation.

These are the unseen battles that every person is going through.

And a simple kind gesture, a warm smile, a genuine compliment, a helping hand, can make a huge difference.

Kindness is a reflection of God’s love.

And it’s not always easy.

This is why it is so much more important that we show it.

We are called to respond with kindness even when it’s tough, even when it’s inconvenient, and even when we don’t feel like it.

Because kindness has the power to break down barriers, mend relationships, and bring healing to hurting hearts.

And it’s especially important to be kind even to those who wrong us.

This is when our faith is tested

When being like Christ is difficult.

So, let’s strive to remain kind, always.

And may God guide us as we strive to reflect His kindness in our daily experiences.

Why Does God Allow Bad Things To Happen? (2024 Updated)

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One of the most pressing questions that we Christians must grapple with is the issue of pain and hardship.

If God is good, then why does He allow such things to happen? 

This is a question that has been asked by believers and non-believers alike for millennia.

And it is one that continues to trouble us.

First and foremost, it is important to acknowledge that pain and hardship are real and difficult experiences that many of us have to go through.

Whether it is physical pain, emotional pain, or the pain of loss, these experiences can be incredibly difficult to bear. 

It is natural to ask why we must endure such trials, especially when we believe in a loving and compassionate God.

What everyone must understand, however, is that God did not create a world full of pain and hardship. 

In the beginning, everything was good.

But sin entered the world through the disobedience of Adam and Eve. 

This disobedience caused a separation between humanity and God, which resulted in the pain, hardship, and brokenness that we see in the world.

However, just because sin is the cause of pain and hardship does not mean that God lacks the power to intervene.

God has done everything possible to restore our relationship with Him and to redeem the world from the effects of sin. 

This is why He sent His son, Jesus Christ, to undergo the crucifixion for our sins.

Through Jesus, we have the hope of living eternally and the assurance that one day pain and hardship will be eradicated.

In the meantime, we must remember that God is with us in our hardships and that He can use even our most difficult experiences for good.

As Isaiah 55:9 says, “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”

We must stay strong.

Are You Too Nice of a Christian?

As Christians, we are called to love and serve others.

As it is written in the Bible: “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” (Colossians 3:12)

We are taught to be kind, compassionate, and understanding.

However, there is a fine line between being kind and being too nice.

Being too nice can actually be harmful to both ourselves and the people around us. 

When we are too nice, we often put the needs and wants of others before our own.

And this can lead to feelings of resentment and burnout…even if we don’t realize it right away.

Additionally, when we are too nice, we can often run away from difficult conversations and situations. 

We may not confront someone about their behavior or even stand up for ourselves.

This is how unresolved issues are made.

That’s why we should always be direct and honest.

It doesn’t mean that we should be rude or attacking.

We can still be kind and compassionate.

But if you are too nice, how can you even begin to do that?

Well, this is the reason I’m writing this Christian Blog article.

I’ve gathered several ideas you can follow to continue living according to God’s will without putting other people’s needs before your own:

  1. Set boundaries.

It’s important to understand that you have the right to say no and to have your own needs and wants.

  1. Communicate effectively. 

When someone is crossing your boundaries or you are feeling taken advantage of, it’s important to speak up and communicate your feelings.

  1. Take care of yourself.

Make sure you are taking care of your own physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

We are responsible for our health. And we should take care of ourselves just like we take care of our loved ones.

  1. Stand up for yourself and others. 

Jesus stood up for the marginalized and oppressed, as it is written in Luke 4:18:

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed.” 

We can do the same by speaking up and stepping forward when we see injustice.

As Christians, we can sometimes forget about our own needs and wants.

But we should be compassionate towards ourselves, just as we do with others.

So don’t fall for the “nice trap”, and always remember these 4 tips.

How Many Calories Do You Need To Survive?

Did you know that the average person needs just about 1200-1500 calories to survive?

It’s true. Researchers have found that we don’t need as much food as most people think to keep ticking over.

But let’s not become too excited, folks.

That’s just for pure survival

For your basic physiological functions like breathing, heart beating, and maintaining temperature.

This is essentially what you need to stay alive.

If you are a prepper, then you know that surviving is not the same as thriving.

When you’re trying to make it through a tough situation.

Whether it’s a natural emergency or some other type of situation

You’re not just going to be lying around.

You’ll be active.

You’ll be under stress.

You’ll be using your body and mind in ways that demand much more than those 1200-1500 calories.

So how much do you actually need?

To give you a ballpark figure, an average moderately active man needs around 2,500 calories a day.

And an average moderately active woman needs around 2,000 calories a day to maintain their weight and health.

When you’re dealing with a survival situation, it’s essential to have high energy, nutrient dense foods to keep you fueled.

Things like nuts and seeds, dried fruits, canned goods, protein bars, and MREs (Meals Ready to Eat) can provide a substantial amount of calories in a small, portable package.

Remember, folks, planning is key.

Knowing how many calories you and your family will need in an emergency and preparing your food stores in advance can make a world of difference when the chips are down.

So the next time you’re out shopping, instead of grabbing that pack of ramen noodles, why not invest in some nutrient-rich, high-calorie foods that will really give you the energy you need when SHTF?

Survival is not a sprint, it’s a marathon. And for this long haul, you need to fuel yourself properly. 

So let’s keep our survival instincts sharp and our health well-nourished.

Christian and Conservative Videos To Make You Think Out Loud

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I hope everyone reading this is having the BEST day possible!

I would LOVE to share with everyone a few very important Christian and Conservative videos that contain extremely important informmation! If you have time to watch any of them please let me know which video contained information you were unaware of!

But I want to show complete transparency that I was paid to publish the videos below. They are really great videos though, and I hope you watch them all. But I believe in honesty, and I don’t want anyone to think that my blog will be full of advertisements! I’ve just been busy with college, and I thought this would be a great way to continue delivering great content, but I will get back to only writing once the semester ends!

Finally, the YouTbe channel below is paying me $1.00 for every subscriber my blog generates for them. Again, I want to be 100% honest with everyone..so if you do subscribe to the YouTube channel below I do receive $1.00.

Video 1 – Shocking Truth About America’s BIGGEST Threats in 2023

Want To Keep Your Family Safe from America’s BIGGEST threats in 2023? Then you need to

CLICK HERE and WATCH THIS VIDEO TODAY!

Video 2 – Are Americans Being Censored from an Imminent Attack?

It seems Big Tech is intent on turning the whole internet woke.

And muzzling anyone with a patriotic opinion.

But do they have an even more sinister agenda?

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Video 3 – Ancient Biblical Cocktail The US Government Is Hiding from Christians!

The video was recently recorded and shows a book that was discovered in the sand dunes of the Israeli desert.

Archeologists have confirmed it is over 2,000 years old.

But what makes this book so unusual are the strange symbols within its pages — they don’t resemble any known language.

CLICK HERE and WATCH THIS VIDEO!

Video 4 – Secret Bible Ingredient “Holy Oil” Relieves Chronic Pain

This is a very important video that ALL Christians, Conservatives, and American patriots must be made aware of…especially if you’re suffering from CHRONIC PAIN caused by illness and ailments (such as arthritis for example).

CLICK HERE and WATCH THIS VIDEO!

Video 5 – Hidden Threat That ALL Americans Need To Be Aware Of

You might think the biggest threat to America is nuclear war with Russia…

Or a terrorist attack from the Taliban…

Or even a biological weapon from China…

But a recently leaked government report reveals our regime is terrified of something else entirely.

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10 Uplifting Prayers To Help Overcome Grief

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I apologize for publishing this article over a weekend because I understand how busy everyone is during the week and takes the weekend to relax and spend time with your loved ones.

My amazing grandmother passed away this past Thursday after living a very long and beautiful life, and is now dancing in heaven with my grandfather! But even though I recognize that every life will come to an end, I am still dealing with the loss of my beloved grandmother, and would very much appreciate anyone reading this to please share any prayers with me that have given you comfort during times of grieving for the loss of a loved one, especially a grandparent.

Below I have listed 10 prayers that have helped me deal with grief in the past, but with that said I need some new ones to help me get through this loss.

#10 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Isaiah 53:4-5, Joshua 1:9

Heavenly Father, I thank You that You sent Your Son to be pierced and crushed so that by His wounds I could be healed. I pray that You help me walk in this promise of healing during this difficult time. I pray for healing from the sadness I feel and pray that I can one day be strong as You instructed Joshua. Help me not to be discouraged, because You are always with me, Amen.

#9 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Loss Of A Loved One

Loving Father, I am finding it so hard to even get up out of bed to start the day, knowing that I have to face it alone and without the one I love so dearly. I know that without Your grace and sufficiency I could never get through the day, but I thank You that You have promised to be with me and to provide me with Your strength for today as well as bright hope for tomorrow.

I can’t imagine tomorrow being anything but a day filled with pain, as I do not have my loved one beside me, but I ask that in Your grace You will give me the strength to get through today, step by step, knowing that You are there to carry me, even when my heart seems to fail from the grief and pain that I am going through.

Thank You. that You have promised to carry our pain and thank You that Your grace is sufficient for every eventuality in our lives. Give me the strength to cope with the loneliness I feel and help me to move forward in my life-plans, knowing that You are with me, to support and strengthen.

Give me hope for tomorrow, for my hope and my trust is in You, Lord. Hold me close I pray, and thank You for always being with me and the great comfort that I have in knowing You, as my own dear Savior and friend, Amen.

#8 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Loss And Deep Grief

O God, I come to You filled with hurt and sadness and even anger because of my great loss. Lord, I know that You have a plan for each of our lives, but I am in such pain and grief that it is hard to focus on the truth that You do care and that You have had to face deep grief and loss too. Lord, my hurt and pain runs deep and I feel that my heart is breaking. I ask you to touch my hurting heart.

I know, Lord, that You are the God of comfort and that You have been with me every step of the way. I ask You to draw ever closer to me at this time for I feel that my whole world has been shattered.

I find it hard when people who don’t understand try to say words that they think are comforting but sometimes it makes the hurt even worse and I feel hurt and so very, very alone.

Lord, I know it is true that in time the pain will lessen but please be with me, hold me close and steady me, for I know that without You I could not face another day, another hour.

I keep thinking about that song we used to sing when I was younger, never a heartache, and never a groan, never a teardrop, and never a moan, ever a danger but there on the throne, moment by moment He thinks of His own.

I keep thinking about that song we used to sing when I was younger, never a heartache, and never a groan, never a teardrop, and never a moan, ever a danger but there on the throne, moment by moment He thinks of His own, Amen.

#7 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Psalms 73:26, John 14:1

Oh Lord, my flesh feels crippled by my grief, but Your Word says that in spite of this and even though my flesh and heart fail, it is You who is the strength of my heart forever. Lord, I put my trust in You and ask that You allow me to let go of my grief so that I can receive Your peace. I thank You in advance for the peace that I am about to receive, Amen.

#6 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: 1 Peter 5:7

Dear Lord, the grief I feel right now is unbearable. I understand that You know how I feel because You created me and I know that You care for me. I cast all of my sadness on You so that I can feel whole again. Please take away the pain so that I can be filled with peace. Make my heart whole so that I can feel joy again. Lord I love You and thank You for being with me during this difficult period of my life, Amen.

#5 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: 2 Corinthians 1:4

Dear Lord, I thank You for the comfort I have received. I didn’t think that I would make it, but because of You I have replaced grief with peace. Your Word says that we may be able to comfort those who are in trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. So, Father help me to comfort others in the way that You have comforted me. Let my healing be another person’s comfort and strength. Father, thank You for keeping me and strengthening my heart. This is the prayer of my heart, Amen.

#4 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Prayer For Comfort When You’re Hurting

Dear God, Some days feel too hard. We’re hurting. Struggling. Fighting fear and worry at every turn. Thank you in the midst of it all, you haven’t left us to fend for ourselves. Forgive us for doubting you are there. Forgive us for thinking you’ve forgotten. Forgive us for believing we somehow know the better way.

You are fully trustworthy. You are All-Powerful. You are Able. You are Lord over every situation no matter how difficult it may seem. You are Healer and will never waste the grief we carry today. You will use all things for good in some way. Anything is possible with you. Nothing is too difficult for you.

We pray for those who grieve today. We ask for your comfort to surround those who weep. We pray for the peace of your presence to cover our minds and thoughts, as you remind us, the enemy can never steal us out of your hands. He never has the final say over our lives. We are kept safe in your presence forever, whether in life or in death.

We thank you that your ways are higher than our ways and your thoughts are bigger than our thoughts.

We lay it all down at your feet, every burden, every care. Believing that is the safest place for it to be.

We love you, Lord, we need your fresh grace.

In the Powerful Name of Jesus, Amen.

#3 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: A Prayer for Those in Grief

Lord, you know those who are hurting right now. We know you care because you are our Heavenly Father. God, I thank you for giving us comfort when we hurt. Help us remember we are not alone as we grieve. Help us cling to You when we feel despair and we miss those we have lost. Father, show us how to take refuge in You when our hearts are shattered. We know you understand. So we lift up each person reading this right now. Comfort them. We pray this in Your Son’s precious and Holy name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

#2 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: A Prayer for When You Need God’s Comfort and Encouragement

Father of mercies, comfort and strengthen my heart today. You know my affliction. Thank you for the peace that comes from knowing you are intimately acquainted with my deepest struggles and doubts. Thank you for your healing presence.

You are the God of all comfort. Help me keep my heart open to your Holy Spirit today. Bring your peace and love into my life. Remind me of the joy of my salvation and give me the strength to keep trusting you. Even in my difficult circumstances, you are in control, and you are working for my good. Comfort me today.

Lord, thank you for the comfort I find in the knowledge that you know all my troubles. Make me aware of the affliction and trouble of those around me, that I might serve to bring encouragement to them today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

#1 Best Uplifting Prayer To Help Overcome Grief: Psalm 34:18

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit, Amen.

I hope everyone has an AMAZING rest of your weekend, and I appreciate any, and ALL, prayers that you can share with me to help me and my family get through this sad time in our lives.

10 Most Popular Prayers of All Time for Christians

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I was thinking about my favorite prayers last night, and I wanted to see if my FAVPRITES were among the most popular Christian prayers of all time. So like the good Christian woman I am, I sat down, opened up my laptop, and emailed, as well as skyped, all of my friends and family asking them what their favorite prayers are, and many of them loved the same ones that I did.

Now my family and friends don’t make up the whole world of Christianity, so I decided to hit up the Internet to find out what the most popular Christian prayers are, and honestly, I wasn’t surprised for one minute with what I discovered, and I’m pretty sure that no one reading this will be shocked by the results either.

Listed below are the 10 most popular Christian prayers of all time…..

#10 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Twenty-Third Psalm – Psalms 23: 1-6

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death,
I fear no evil;
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff–they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.

#9 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Covenant Prayer – John Wesley

I am no longer my own, but yours.
Put me to what you will, place me with whom you will.
Put me to doing, put me to suffering.
Let me be put to work for you or set aside for you,
Praised for you or criticized for you.
Let me be full, let me be empty.
Let me have all things, let me have nothing.
I freely and fully surrender all things to your glory and service.
And now, O wonderful and holy God,
Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer,
you are mine, and I am yours.
So be it.

And the covenant which I have made on earth,
Let it also be made in heaven. Amen.

#8 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Lead Us – St. Augustine

Lead us, O God, from the sight of the lovely things of the world
To the thought of thee their Creator;
And grant that delighting in the beautiful things of thy creation,
we may delight in thee, the first author of beauty
and the Sovereign Lord of all thy works, blessed for evermore.

#7 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Let Me Serve You – St. Theresa of Avila

Govern everything by your wisdom, O Lord, so that my soul may always be serving you in the way you will and not as I choose. Let me die to myself so that I may serve you; let me live to you who are life itself. Amen.

#6 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Trinity – St. Ethelwold

May God the Father bless us,
may Christ take care of us,
the Holy Ghost enlighten us all the days of our life.
The Lord be our defender and keeper of body and soul,
both now and for ever, to the ages of ages.

#5 Most Popular Christian Prayer: The Serenity Prayer – Reinhold Niebuhr

God, grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change,
the courage to change the things I can,
and the wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time,
enjoying one moment at a time;
accepting hardship as a pathway to peace;
taking, as Jesus did,
this sinful world as it is,
not as I would have it;
trusting that You will make all things right
if I surrender to Your will;
so that I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with You forever in the next.
Amen.

#4 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Receive Grace – John Wesley

O God, seeing as there is in Christ Jesus an infinite fullness of all that we can want or desire, May we all receive from him, grace upon grace; grace to pardon our sins, and subdue our iniquities; to justify our persons and to sanctify our souls; and to complete that holy change, that renewal of our hearts, Which will enable us to be transformed into the blessed image in which you created us. O make us all acceptable to be partakers of the inheritance of your saints in light. Amen.

#3 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Trust – St. Augustine

My God, let me know and love you, so that I may find my happiness in you. Since I cannot fully achieve this on earth, help me to improve daily until I may do so to the full Enable me to know you ever more on earth, so that I may know you perfectly in heaven. Enable me to love you ever more on earth, so that I may love you perfectly in heave. In that way my joy may be great on earth, and perfect with you in heaven. O God of truth, grant me the happiness of heaven so that my joy may be full in accord with your promise. In the meantime let my mind dwell on that happiness, my tongue speak of it, my heart pine for it, my mouth pronounce it, my soul hunger for it, my flesh thirst for it, and my entire being desire it until I enter through death in the joy of my Lord forever. Amen.

#2 Most Popular Christian Prayer: Strengthen Us – Thomas a Kempis

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God, our Father, we are exceedingly frail and indisposed to every virtuous and gallant undertaking. Strengthen our weakness, we beseech you, that we may do valiantly in this spiritual war; help us against our own negligence and cowardice, and defend us from the treachery of our unfaithful hearts. for Jesus Christ’s sake.

#1 Most Popular Christian Prayer: The Lord’s Prayer – Matthew 6:9-13

Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name,
thy kingdom come,
thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
and forgive us our debts and we forgive
our debtors,
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil,
for thine is the kingdom and the power
and the glory, forever. Amen.

I know that not all of these are everyone’s favorite prayers, but i think it’s safe to say that these are all amazing prayers that we should share with others when we have the opportunity to do so!

But with all of this said, if you’re reading this, and if you have some extra time on your hands, could you please do me a HUGE favor and let me know in the comments section which of these 10 prayers listed above is the one you have recited more than the others. Also, can you let me know which prayer, any prayer, it doesn’t have to be from this list, is your favorite prayer of all time and why!

I really appreciate all of you that have taken the time to read this article!

Finally, I just started the new Instagram account @christian.tech.nerd and I’d LOVE for anyone with an Instagram account to please follow me so I can follow you back!

12 Best Short Morning Prayers To Get Your Day Started With

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Hi everyone! I know it’s been way too long since I’ve published a new article, but I got EXTREMELY busy with ALL of my college classes, but I am going to make it my priority to publish more important articles like this one on a weekly basis! I really hope and pray that everyone reading this is having an AMAZING start to this new year, and before we know it the year will be over, so let’s make certain to all have the BEST year possible, and a great way to do that is by starting every morning with one of these 12 best short morning prayers to get your day started with!

Oh, if you have any morning prayers that you’d like to share with me please do so in the comments section so that everyone who reads my Christian blog can read them as well!

Please remember that prayers don’t have to be long for God to hear and feel you, you just have to let God know that you’re always thinking of him and doing your best to make the world a better place for everyone!

Even if you’re not a Christian reading this I highly encourage you to read trough these very short morning prayers below because you never know what will put a smile on your face and fill your heart with love!

#12 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Lord, I want to lay before you all that weighs heavy on my heart. Reveal even the sin I am not aware of, Lord. I lay these at your feet and pray for your forgiveness on me. I believe you when you say that you wash us whiter than snow. Thank you, Lord, for your unending love for me! Help me start fresh right now to make choices that honor you. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

#11 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Father, I have to thank you for looking beyond my faults and for loving me unconditionally. Forgive me when I fail to love others in the same way. Give me eyes to see the needs of the difficult people in my life, and show me how to meet those needs in a way that pleases You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

#10 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“O Lord, we are at the limits of our power to help. For what we have left undone, forgive us. For what you have helped us to do, we thank you. For what must be done by others, lend your strength. Now shelter us in your peace which passes our understanding. Amen.”

#9 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“O Lord, we are at the limits of our power to help. For what we have left undone, forgive us. For what you have helped us to do, we thank you. For what must be done by others, lend your strength. Now shelter us in your peace which passes our understanding. Amen.”

#8 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Lord, in the morning I start each day, by taking a moment to bow and pray. Beginning with thanks, I then give praise for all your kind and loving ways. Today if sunshine turns to rain, if a dark cloud brings some pain, I won’t doubt or hide in fear. For you, my God, are always near. I will travel where you lead; I will help my friends in need. Where you send me, I will go; with your help, I’ll learn and grow. Hold my family in your hands, as we follow your commands. And I will keep you close in sight when I crawl in bed tonight.”

#7 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Lord, thank you for your greatness. Thank you that when I am weak, you are strong. Lord, the Devil is scheming and I know he desires to keep me from spending time with you. Don’t let him win! Give me a measure of your strength so that I might not give in to discouragement, deception, and doubt! Help me honor you in all my ways. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

#6 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“O Lord, we are at the limits of our power to help. For what we have left undone, forgive us. For what you have helped us to do, we thank you. For what must be done by others, lend your strength. Now shelter us in your peace which passes our understanding. Amen.”

#5 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“When evil darkens our world, give us light. When despair numbs our souls, give us hope. When we stumble and fall, lift us up. When doubts assail us, give us faith. When nothing seems sure, give us trust. When ideals fade, give us vision. When we lose our way, be our guide! That we may find serenity in Your presence and purpose in doing Your will.”

#4 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Jesus, as I work and rest and play, please be with me all day. You are my special friend, on you, I can depend.”

#3 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Holy Lord, thank You for your grace. Please help me move beyond the hurdles that trip me up and give me the strength and wisdom to look up and see the hope I run toward in Christ. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

#2 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Father God, let me take this opportunity to thank you for the wonderful gift of life. Thank you for enabling me to have this work I’m doing. I praise and glorify you for the provision. Protect me and cover me with the blood of Jesus. May I be able to get along well with my workmates and my employer. Thank you for hearing and answering me in Jesus’ name.”

#1 Best Short Morning Prayer to Get Your Day Started With

“Dear Father God, Thank You for Your unfailing love for me, Your blessings, and goodness. Thank You for Your faithfulness to guide me and see me through times of uncertainty, for lifting me up, and setting me on high. Thank You for Scripture that comforts and reminds me of Your promises, plan, and provision. Thank you for taking away my fears and worries, the what-ifs, and reminding me that my help comes from You. Help me be a good steward and to sow wisely. In Christ’s name, Amen.”

Well I hope everyone enjoyed at least one or more of these 12 best short morning prayers to get your day started with! Please let me know which one was your favorite in the comments section if you have time to do so!

Christmas Prayers to Help Christians Celebrate Jesus’ Birthday

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Take some time to reconnect with God and give thanks for our salvation in Christ with these powerful Christmas prayers. These Christmas prayers, whether you traditionally say a prayer on Christmas Eve or while sitting around the Christmas Day meal, will inspire everyone present to give thanks and rejoice.

Below I have gathered some of my favorite prayers for the Christmas season. May these words fill your mind, heart, and spirit with joy and gratitude!

And PLEASE share with me ALL of your favorite Christmas Prayers if you have time to do so!

A Prayer to Remember What Christmas Is All About

Lord, I thank You for coming to earth so You could redeem me. When I think of the extent to which You were willing to go in order to save me, it makes me want to shout, to celebrate, and to cry with thankfulness. You love me so much, and I am so grateful for that love. Without You, I would still be lost and in sin. But because of everything You have done for me, today I am free; my life is blessed; Jesus is my Lord; Heaven is my home; and Satan has no right to control me. I will be eternally thankful to You for everything You did to save me! I pray this in Jesus’ name!

Short Prayer of Christmas Thanks

Thank you, God for sending Your Son on one glorious night to be born a virgin, to live a perfect life, and to die on the cross for my sins. Thank you that he rose from the dead three days later and that this Christmas and every Christmas we can celebrate the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Amen.

Christmas Hope

Father, I pray that you will turn our hearts toward you as Christmas approaches. Let us not get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season this year and miss the chance to celebrate the gifts of hope, peace, joy, love, that you sent to us on that first Christmas. That first Christmas, you gave us the gift of hope wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. Thank you, Father, for your immeasurable gift. In Jesus’ precious name, we pray. Amen

A Prayer for Christmas Eve

May you be filled with the wonder of Mary, the obedience of Joseph, the joy of the angels, the eagerness of the shepherds, the determination of the magi, and the peace of the Christ child. Almighty God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit bless you now and forever.

Christmas Day Prayer

O Lord Jesus Christ, true God from true God, you became a little child for us so the world you made would be saved. Just as a child is born to us and a Son is given to us, may we be born again through you
and always remain in the number of God’s faithful children; through your merits, O blessed Savior, with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and forever. Amen.

A Merry Christmas Prayer

Lord, we ask You to grant us peace. Peace in our homes, peace in our churches and peace in our hearts, especially when it feels like the world all around us spins out of control.

Help us stay focused on You, this Christmastime and always. Thank You for loving the whole world enough to send the greatest gift, Your Son, so we might truly have a very merry Christmas, even in a not-so-merry kind of world. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

New Birth and Freedom in Christ

Almighty God, grant that the new birth of your Son in the flesh redeems us from the old slavery under the yoke of sin, so we may receive him with joy as our Redeemer, and that when when he comes to judge we may see Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen.

Christmas Communion Prayer

O merciful God, open the depths of our souls that we may receive the immortality of our spirits through the new birth of your Son by the power of his body and precious blood; for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Prayer for Inward Peace and Goodwill

O Lord Jesus Christ, by your incarnation you united things earthly and heavenly. Fill us with the sweetness of inward peace and goodwill, that we may join the heavenly host in singing praises to your glory;
for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Prayer for the Love of Jesus

Ah! sweet Jesus, pierce the marrow of my soul with the healthful arrows of your love, that it may truly burn, and melt, and languish, with the desire for you alone; that it may desire to be dissolved and to be with you; let it hunger alone for the bread of life; let it thirst after you, the spring and fountain of eternal light, the stream of true pleasure; let it always desire you, seek you, and find you, and sweetly rest in you. Amen.

Happy Birthday Jesus Prayer

Father, today I celebrate the reality of Your presence in my life. I celebrate Your birth, Your life, Your death, and Your resurrection. And as I celebrate, Lord, help me to be “God with skin on” to those in need around me. Open my eyes and let me see them as You see them! I love You. Happy birthday Jesus! In Jesus name, Amen.

A Prayer for Those Feeling Loss at Christmas

Dear Heavenly Father, though Christmas is sometimes hard because we miss the ones we love help me remember the gift You gave – Your Son, Jesus, a baby born to die. Thank You for this gift of love, help me receive it. In times of grief and sadness, remind me of the reason and fill me with Your Peace.

Mighty God, I ask You for the power to press on and Everlasting Father, I thank You for carrying me when it’s hard to walk.

Wonderful Counselor, I pray You’d fill my mind with wisdom and may the Prince of Peace rule my heart. This Christmas help me remember it’s not about the people I celebrate with, but the One we celebrate! In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

A Few Bible Verses That Christians Get Wrong

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The Bible is the most important book ever written. The one true God chose to reveal Himself to us through the written word. Amazing and humbling!

Yet sometimes we get it wrong. We misunderstand or misapply the truth God has given us. Although there are countless causes, through my experience I’ve seen two primary problems crop up again and again.

Perspective – Too often we read God’s Word with our own purposes and goals in mind. But the Bible is all about God. When we read it with His eternal purposes in mind, we will better grasp the truth of His Word.

Context – The Bible may have unlimited applications, but its meaning never changes. It means the same today as it did when it was written. To understand the original meaning, we must pull back and understand the context – of the passage, of the chapter, of the book.

Here are 10 verses that are often misunderstood due to perspective, context, or both:

  1. Corinthians 10:13

“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.”

Many Christians claim this verse as a “promise” that God will never allow them to experience more difficulties than “they can handle.” Yet, the larger passage (1 Corinthians 10:1-13) deals with temptation and our ability to withstand it. God promises He will always provide a way for us to say “no” to temptation. In fact, Paul learned by experience that God will allow us to face circumstances “beyond our ability to endure” so that we will learn to rely on Him (see 2 Corinthians 1:8-11).

  1. Proverbs 22:6

“Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.”

Misunderstanding Proverbs 22:6 as a promise has led to grief for many parents. The book of Proverbs is wisdom literature, which offers general principles for successful living. A proverb is not a promise. Instead, let us use it as a tool for wise parenting and decision-making, and entrust our children to our faithful God!

  1. Matthew 7:1

“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.”

Is all “judging” wrong? Jesus did condemn a harsh, critical “judging” motivated by a self-righteous, hypocritical attitude. But in the whole of Scripture, God clearly commands Christians to lovingly point out sin and exhort each other to holiness. It is not our place to determine their motives, but it is our responsibility to gently identify behavior God has already judged to be “sin.” The goal is to reconcile that person with God and others and to keep the sin from spreading (Matthew 18:15-17, 1 Corinthians 5:5-7, Hebrews 12:15, James 5:19-20).

  1. Psalm 37:4

“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”

If I find joy in God, will He fill my life with all the things I value and enjoy? Wait – remember context and focus. In this psalm, David contemplated the age-old question of why evil people seem to prosper while the righteous often struggle. David wrote to encourage his readers – and us – to widen our perspective, to live in light of eternity and to set our hope in God’s everlasting purposes. When we commit ourselves (delight) to God’s capable hands, our desire for the righteous to prevail will be realized in His timing.

  1. James 1:2-3

“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”

We would think that James meant we could find joy in Christ in spite of our trials. That makes more sense! Yet, James really did say – and mean – because of our trials. While God cares very much about our physical circumstances, James knew He uses trials to refine our faith and make us more like Jesus. That is something to rejoice about!

  1. Matthew 18:20

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

Considering just this verse, we might believe that Jesus is with us only when we are with other believers. But the context of the larger passage is church discipline. When another believer sins, if he will not listen to one, two or three fellow believers should bring the matter to the church (Matthew 18:15-20).

  1. Romans 8:28

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Does God control all the circumstances of our lives to make things turn out great for us? Let’s take a step back to grasp the glorious truth of Romans 8:28. First, this promise is not for all people, just Christians who love and follow Jesus. Second, in the larger context, (Romans 8:18-39), Paul reminds us that although we must temporarily endure earthly suffering, God works through it to continuously work out His greater, eternal plan for us (Romans 8:28-30). The “good” God is working towards is not temporary, earthly “success,” but the eternal purpose of us being “conformed to the likeness” of Jesus (Romans 8:29).

  1. Habakkuk 1:5

“Look at the nations and watch – and be utterly amazed. For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told.”

If we read this verse by itself, we might believe God is going to do something wonderful and glorious before our eyes. Well, He definitely did, but probably not what you’d expect. God sent the prophet Habakkuk to pronounce judgment on Judah for turning away from God. The amazing thing God planned was to send the brutal nation of Babylon to conquer His people and carry them into captivity. This verse should stand as a strong reminder that God does discipline His children.

  1. Jeremiah 29:11

“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”

This verse is definitely a promise. But it’s a promise for a particular people in a particular time. Through the prophet Jeremiah, God promised that after Judah’s pre-determined exile in Babylon, He would bring them back to the Promised Land. We often misappropriate promises. And while God does make a lot of promises to all believers, this particular promise isn’t one of them.

  1. Philippians 4:13

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”

Philippians 4:13 is probably the most misused verse in the Bible. We pull it out of the surrounding passage and hold it out as God’s obligation to empower our plans and dreams. Yet, Paul was writing about being content no matter his earthly circumstances. He could endure any difficulty or physical need through the strengthening power of Christ. Oh yes, Philippians 4:13 is a great promise indeed! Jesus will give us the strength we need to endure desperate need. His empowering presence will be with us through every difficult circumstance.