Sure, coffee is an excellent start to the day, but the best way to start the day off on the right foot is with meaningful prayer.
Regardless of what the day brings, taking the time for these words will energize and comfort you in what lies ahead.
Prayers are powerful. Whatever your religion, a simple prayer can change how you look at things. More so, it can give you the strength you need to overcome life’s challenges and adversities.
The early hours of the day are one of the most significant times to pray. Morning Prayer is a beautiful time to connect with the divine, and it can get your day on track from the very beginning.
In this article, I compiled powerful morning prayers for January 2022, to lift your spirit before starting your day. These prayers will teach you to put more faith in God and love your life even more.
Below Are 31 Morning Prayers for January 2022.
Powerful Morning Prayer for Saturday 1, January 2022.
Psalm 119:35 – Lead me in the path of your commandments, for I delight in it.
Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for your endless blessings in my life and the lives of my family members. You have brought me and everyone connected to me to the beginning of a new day.
As everything you created is renewed afresh daily, I ask that you renew my heart, strengthen me and give me a new purpose for today.
Heavenly Father, I ask that you please forgive me for all the mistakes of yesterday. Bless and grant me the grace to walk more closely with you today. By the power in the name of Jesus,
I declare by faith that on this day, you Lord will set me on a new level of grace for greater accomplishments; and higher spiritual attainments.
Precious Jesus, shine through me everywhere I go so that everyone I meet will see a reflection of you through me.
Take my hand, precious Lord Jesus, and walk me through this day, for I cannot make it by myself.
Thank you for granting this my simple prayer request.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Sunday 2, January 2022.
Psalm 143:8 -Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you, I entrust my life.
Dear Almighty and Everlasting God,
Thank you for the blessings you have bestowed upon my life. I also thank you for providing me with more than I could have ever imagined.
Dear Father, thank you for surrounding me with people who love me and always look out for my interest.
You have given me a great family and loyal friends whose kind words and thoughtful actions encourage me.
I’ll always be grateful to you for these people you have blessed me with – who lift me in ways that enable me to stay focused in my walk with you and everything that pertains to life.
Lord, thank you also for keeping me and all of them safe. Thank you for always protecting us from those things that threaten the peace and safety of others.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Monday 3, January 2022.
Isaiah 26:3 – You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast because he trusts in You.
Lord, I’m grateful to you for the Holy Spirit, who guides me daily and helps me make wise choices in different life’s difficult decisions.
Above everything else, I am grateful for all of your blessings in my life; help me never to forget to show my gratitude at all times. Thank you because I know that my prayer request has been granted.
In the name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Tuesday 4, January 2022.
Psalm 86:11-12: Teach me your way, LORD, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.
I will praise you, Lord, my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever.
Dear Lord, I thank you for this bright and beautiful day; thank you for being my refuge and my hiding place.
As I begin this day, I ask you for your divine protection; protect me from trouble and keep evil far away from me.
No matter where I go, Lord, I’ll look to you as my divine protector, the mighty one who fights my battle.
Father, cause your goodness and mercy to surround me daily so that I’ll not fear whatever will come against me. Thank you, dear Lord, because I trust you for my protection.
In the name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Wednesday 5, January 2022
Psalm 90:14 – Satisfy us in the morning with your loyal love! Then we will shout for joy and be happy all our days!
Holy God, I adore you because you are my rock and fortress; you are my shield and strong tower. This morning, I ask you to guide me in all my thoughts and decisions. Teach me to choose only your way and how to stand firm no matter what confronts me.
Please help me walk by Your truth, by faith, and not by sight or my feelings. Please give me the grace to listen to your instructions and embrace your guidance in everything I do.
Thank you, dear Lord, because I know you have heard me.
In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Thursday 6, January 2022
Psalm 25:4–5: Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.
Our Father in Heaven, thank you for waking me up today.
As I begin my day, I ask that you help me discern your will for me in every matter that will confront me. Holy God, you know the many things constantly competing for my attention.
Even the enemy is always trying to pull me away from you and the truth found in your word. I ask that you be overcome always.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Friday 7, January 2022.
James 1:5 – If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Precious Holy Spirit, you know how difficult it is to discern the right path in most issues that confront me daily. Therefore, Lord, I ask that you open my eyes and ears to hear you at all times.
Imbue me with the grace to follow your leading no matter how difficult or unwise it may seem in the eyes of the learned.
Also, help me immerse myself daily in your word that gives sight to the blind and understanding of the simple. Thank you for granting my humble request.
In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Saturday 8, January 2022.
Psalm 37:23-24: The LORD makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
Awesome God, you know how discouraged I feel even this morning because of my current situation.
Today, please send help my way. Show what I need to do to get out of the challenges threatening my peace and sanity.
Lord, reveal yourself to me. Remind me daily that you haven’t forsaken or forgotten me.
Open my eyes to the truth of your promise that even in what feels like my darkest moment, you are still there as you have always been.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Sunday 9, January 2022.
2 Timothy 1:7 – For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and self-discipline.
My Divine Helper, when it feels very tough to get by, please help me focus on the better things you have in store for me.
Amid challenges and difficult situations, help me recall the past when you saw me through problems that would have swallowed me.
Even more importantly, Lord, I pray for the grace to remain steadfast in the faith so that I’ll not fail you. Please help me honor you even in the midst of the challenges confronting me.
In all, Father, use these tests and trials to pave the way for great testimonies in my life.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen
Morning Prayer for Monday 10, January 2022.
Psalm 119:147 – I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.
Heavenly Father, you know how weary I am already. My physical strength and motivation are fast diminishing.
That’s why I need your fresh touch to get me back on track again because I won’t be able to hold on much longer if you leave me.
I’m pressed on all sides by the pressures of life. It has almost rendered me helpless. Merciful God, I don’t know where to turn to. That’s why I request that you rescue me before it’s too late.
In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
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Morning Prayer for Tuesday 11, January 2022.
Psalm 118:24 – This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Abba Father, Your word tells me that your joy is my strength, and I know that every jot of your word is true. Therefore, I ask that you encourage and strengthen me with your strength.
Breathe on my mind, body, and soul, and fill my heart with hope to keep trusting you for better times.
But until you help me, dear Lord, I ask for the grace to cling to you and not quit. Enable me to keep running this race faithfully. In all, may your love sustain me. Thank you because I know it’s done.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Wednesday 12, January 2022
Psalm 5:3 – In the morning, O LORD, hear my voice. In the morning, I lay my needs in front of you, and I wait.
Dear Lord Jesus Christ, I am most grateful to you because you brought me into another beautiful day. Today, I pray that you bring incredible open doors my way.
Help me be sensitive so I don’t miss the opportunity you will bring to me. When the open door comes, dear Lord, assist me to maximize it to the fullest.
Lead me to opportunities that will open the doors of the wealth of nations to me.
Thank you for answering and granting my request, Precious Lord.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Thursday 13, January 2022.
Psalm 57:7-10: My heart, O God, is steadfast, my heart is steadfast, I will sing and make music. Awake, my soul, wake, harp, and lyre! I will awaken the dawn, I will praise you,
Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples. For great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.
Holy God, I want to be aware of your presence and leading in all my decisions this day. As I converse with friends, colleagues, and even strangers, help me to be like Jesus.
Father, just as Jesus brought glory to your name, help me to do the same. I ask that people catch a glimpse of you through me as I relate with them today.
Although I know that I’m not strong to pull this off, I ask that you empower me with your spirit; and make me firm in words and action.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Friday 14, January 2022.
Psalm 25:5 – Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.
Omnipotent God, you know how I love to wake up to a bright and promising day like this. Give me a fresh start today, Lord; I want to let go of the guilt and pain of all my past mistakes.
Set me free from the bad habits, fears, and anxieties that keep pushing me into making those mistakes.
Please give me a fresh start and make everything new for me today. Help me to live in the light of your glory from now on.
In Jesus’ name mighty, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Saturday 15, January 2022.
Psalm 90:14 – Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.
Dear God, you have brought me to the beginning of a new day. As the world is regenerated, I ask you to renew my heart with your strength and purpose.
Forgive me for my sins and transgressions, and bless me for walking daily according to your precepts.
Illuminate my life so that the darkness in me will disappear forever. In all Lord, take my hand, precious Lord, for I cannot do it alone.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Sunday 16, January 2022.
Lamentations 3:22-23: Because of the Lord’s great love, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Dear Lord Jesus, I give you all that I am this day. Please take away my weariness, so that I may be inspired in my work. Help me discover new ways to reveal your love to everyone I meet.
Keep my mind clear and focused on all that I must accomplish, and give me the wisdom to overcome difficulties and find solutions. I look to you and trust that you are with me this day.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Monday 17, January 2022.
Psalm 119:105: Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Heavenly Father, I ask that you clear my sleepy head and fill my mind with expectation. Awaken my sluggish body and energize my heart with love in action.
Light my spirit and illuminate this day with promise. Make the ordinary extraordinary. Envelop me, show me your living kingdom. Help me see that every waking moment is full of promises because of you.
In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Tuesday 18, January 2022.
Philippians 4:8 – Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, if there is anything excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.
Holy God, there’s a reason you brought me to this new day, Lord. Make me your worthy ambassador on earth beginning from today. Take my hand, Lord, and teach me to do what is right.
May lives and destinies be blessed through me as I move forward today. I refuse to be used to denigrate, insult or disrespect people today. I lift, motivate, and bless lives.
In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Wednesday 19, January 2022
Proverbs 16:3 – Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
God the Father, right now, I feel like a million tons of weight is hanging over my head. Even though I have just now awoken, I am exhausted, agitated, and overwhelmed.
My heart is racing. This burden on my shoulders is too heavy for me to carry alone. Father, I need You now more than ever. I can no longer pretend that I can help myself out. Therefore, I ask that you grant me all the help I need to make it through today.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Thursday 20, January 2022.
Psalm 25:2 -I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me.
Dear Lord, please grant me tenacious and victorious courage this day. Please help me stay going even when I’m tempted to give up.
Lord, give me a positive attitude when things don’t go my way. And give me the courage to do what is necessary.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
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Morning Prayer for Friday 21, January 2022.
1 Chronicles 16:11 – Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
Dear Lord, I ask you to give me the strength to be strong for you in today’s world.
Lord, you know everything that will confront me today. I ask that you will be with me as I go through them. Lead me if I am too weak to move.
Please forgive me if I do anything you won’t be proud of. Empower me to live uprightly so that I will praise you with a pure heart at all times.
Thank you, dear Father, because you are worthy of all praise and honor.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Saturday 22, January 2022.
Proverbs 3:1-4: My son, do not forget my teachings, but keep my commandments in your heart, for they will prolong your life for many years and bring you peace and prosperity.
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; fasten them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will get God’s and man’s favor and a good name.
Dear Lord, today I pray that you will help me rest solely on you. I surrender my spirit completely to you so that you may use it as you see fit. Dear God, I ask you to grant me opportunities to show everyone how much you mean to me.
Please give me the discretion to know what to say and how to say it when I tell someone about Jesus. Make me brave enough to proclaim the message of salvation and redemption with joy and gladness. Holy God,
I request that you water the seeds you will enable me to plant today. Thank you because I’m eternally grateful for the cross; thank you will because allow me always to proclaim it.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Sunday 23, January 2022.
Romans 12:17 – Repay no one evil for evil. Consider carefully what is right in the eyes of all.
Dear Merciful God, thank you for those with whom you have surrounded me. They have been a blessing to me, and I hope they will continue to be so for a long time.
Lord Jesus, my prayer today is that your hand of divine protection and guidance will fall mightily upon my family members, in Jesus’ name. As they go about their various responsibilities, bring them home safely.
I thank you for their lives all these years and ask you to be a present help to them every moment of their lives.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Monday 24, January 2022.
Proverbs 31:25 -She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.
Dear Lord, thank you because this is the day you have made; I will be glad and rejoice in it. I thank you for preserving my life to see another day with gratitude.
With gratitude also, I thank you for your ultimate gift of love that empowers me to pray in the morning.
Thank you for the sacrifice your son Jesus made for us all. For this overwhelming gift that I often cannot comprehend.
Morning Prayer for Tuesday 25, January 2022.
Psalm 90:14 – Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.
Dear Holy Spirit, I humbly submit to you. As a mere human, I understand that I am powerless to guide myself, but you have the power to guide me.
So teach me your methods to have faith in your dependability. Please teach me how to make good use of my time today.
Gracious God, I do not know what this day holds, but I know that you, Lord, keep us all through the day. It is you who laid the foundation of the earth.
Therefore, you understand every part of it makes everything you have be a blessing to me today.
In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Wednesday 26, January 2022.
Psalm 91:11 – For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.
Holy Spirit, I thank you for this day. I do not ask to know all of your plans, but only to know and feel that you are with me in the depths of my heart and soul. You guide me, and I am safe.
Dear God, wherever I walk, may I be in your path. Everything I see, may it be through your eyes.
Let it be your will in all I do. Help me put every problem I’m having in your hands. Oh God, all that I seek, let me find it in your love.
In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Thursday 27, January 2022
Psalm 119:105 – Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.
Lord Jesus Christ, your word tells me that said you came to bring us life and life in fullness. By your death and resurrection, you brought hope to life.
You gave us access to heaven and your Father’s boundless goodness and wisdom. Therefore, today, I ask that you give me the desire to seek you today. Teach me to value you above everything and everyone else.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Friday 28, January 2022.
Psalm 30:5 – For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
Dear Holy God, this morning, I ask that you help me be aware of your nudging. Thank you also for your promise to be with me always, because you are the same yesterday, today, and forever.
Father, this is a beautiful day; hence, I ask you to produce stunning results for me in every sense. Fill different aspects of my life today with delightful experiences and testimonies.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Saturday 29, January 2022.
Psalm 119:66 – Teach me knowledge and good judgment, for I trust in your commands.
Dear Almighty God, you have said in your word that if anyone lacks wisdom, let him ask you, who gives liberally, without reproach, and without finding fault.
So in response to your word, I come this morning to be filled with the kind of knowledge that can only come from you.
By faith, I receive the grace to make wise choices. I receive the ability to choose wisdom over foolishness.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Morning Prayer for Sunday 30, January 2022.
2 Timothy 1:7 – For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but of power and of love and of self-discipline.
Dear Heavenly Father, this morning, I humble myself and ask for your strength. Lord, hold me by your right hand in this world of temptation.
Your word says that no man prevails by strength. Therefore, I request the strength and courage that only you can give me.
The strength to say to sin and ungodly at all times. Lord, the strength to choose and do what is right regardless of its difficulty. Regenerate a steadfast spirit in me that will make holiness a lifestyle from now on.
In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray, Amen.
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Morning Prayer for Monday 31, January 2022.
Psalm 5:3 – In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.
Lord Jesus, as I go out today, I ask that you please show yourself strong in my life.
Dear God, you are all-powerful and can do immeasurably more than anything I ask or imagine.
So today, Lord, I ask that you help me to anchor myself securely to you.
Please assist me in recognizing and accepting your supernatural assistance when I come across it today. Please give me the grace to rely on you rather than on myself.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
Conclusively,
Morning prayer is a great way to seek God’s divine will for the day.
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