God I pray for my unsaved family and friends and that you give them a:

Ezekiel 36:26 (new heart)

Moreover, I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you, and I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh.

Matthew 18:4 (humble heart)

Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

Psalm 51:10 (clean heart)

Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a right and steadfast spirit within me.

Matthew 5:8 (pure heart)

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

Romans 10:10 (believing heart)

For with the heart a person believes [in Christ as Savior] resulting in his justification [that is, being made righteous—being freed of the guilt of sin and made acceptable to God]; and with the mouth he acknowledges and confesses [his faith openly], resulting in and confirming [his] salvation.

I Pray this with confidence, because I know You love me and delight when I come before You. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

Ask God to make Himself known in ways that are undeniable. Request both large and small miracles, and pray for their eyes to be opened to His work and assistance in their lives.

Pray for supernatural peace amidst the stress and fear prevalent in our world. In a time of constant anxiety, ask God to grant them a peace that surpasses all understanding.

Request precise blessings. If the child is struggling with financial issues, seeks career advancement/direction, or struggles with addiction or toxic relationships, ask God to intervene specifically in these areas.

Pray Scripture. The Word of God is potent and effective. When you pray Scripture over them, you can be confident that God listens.

Ask God to draw them to Himself. Pray they become so unsettled by life without Him that they will seek His presence and return to Him.

Prayer prompts guided by 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 which says, "Therefore we also pray always for you that our God would count you worthy of this calling, and fulfill all the good pleasure of His goodness and the work of faith with power, that the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and you in Him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ."

PRAY FOR GOD'S WORK IN THEIR LIVES

Ask God to help our fellow believers walk worthy of their calling in Christ. Pray for the Holy Spirit to work powerfully in their lives, empowering them to fulfill their divine purpose.

PRAY FOR GOD'S GLORY

Pray that God’s name may be glorified through the lives of the believers and that they may reflect His glory in all they do.

PRAY FOR FAITH AND POWER

Pray for the faith and power needed to accomplish good works. Ask God to strengthen believers as they undertake various tasks and missions.

PRAY FOR COMPLETION OF WORKS

Ask God to complete the good works that have been started in faith. Pray that His purposes are fulfilled and His church is a beacon of grace to a dark world.

In today’s world, it’s easy to slip into habits that seem harmless or “normal” but actually weaken our walk with God. Many believers fall into these traps without realizing it, setting themselves up for spiritual failure.

Each of these can slowly pull you away from God’s purpose, leaving you spiritually empty and off course.

Compromising on Your Faith for Convenience

Skipping prayer, Bible study, or worship because you’re “too busy.” Prioritizing comfort over commitment to God will weaken your spiritual foundation over time.

Relying on Your Own Strength

Thinking you can handle life’s challenges without turning to God. Proverbs 3:5 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”

Neglecting Accountability

Isolating yourself from other believers or refusing wise counsel. This can lead to pride, temptation, and eventually spiritual downfall. “Iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17).

Embracing Worldly Values

Following cultural trends or moral relativism over biblical truth. Romans 12:2 reminds us not to conform to the patterns of this world but to renew our minds.

Ignoring the Holy Spirit’s Conviction

Silencing that still, small voice when you know you’re off track. Ignoring the Holy Spirit’s guidance is a slow drift away from God’s purpose for your life.

It’s time to recognize these signs, re-center on God, and build a strong foundation in Him. Commit to prioritizing your relationship with God, lean on His strength, surround yourself with wise counsel, stand firm in biblical truth, and listen to the Holy Spirit’s guidance. Guard your heart and strengthen your faith!

Here are Bible verses you can pray when feeling helpless, frightened, overwhelmed, worried, nervous, or exposed:

When You Feel Helpless

Psalm 46:1 – "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."

Isaiah 41:10 – "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

2 Corinthians 12:9 – "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."

When You Feel Frightened

Joshua 1:9 – "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalm 34:4 – "I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears."

John 14:27 – "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."

When You Feel Overwhelmed

Matthew 11:28-30 – "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

Psalm 61:2 – "From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I."

2 Timothy 1:7 – "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control."

When You Feel Worried

Philippians 4:6-7 – "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Matthew 6:34 – "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

1 Peter 5:7 – "Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."

When You Feel Nervous

Isaiah 26:3 – "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."

Psalm 56:3 – "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."

Proverbs 3:5-6 – "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight."

When You Feel Exposed or Vulnerable 

Psalm 91:4 – "He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart."

2 Thessalonians 3:3 – "But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one."

Psalm 121:7-8 – "The Lord will keep you from all harm—He will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."

Whenever you feel helpless, frightened, overwhelmed, worried, nervous, or exposed, turn these verses into prayers by speaking them back to God. He is always near and faithful! 💛🙏