Challenging times at home or work can spring upon us without much warning.
These difficult times can affect our emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being, often making us feel too weak to overcome what life throws at us.
But God can provide us with the strength to take on any obstacle, no matter the magnitude or size.
Hence, these prayers for strength and guidance will divinely fill you with the courage to overcome.
These prayers about strength and guidance will also empower you to make it through the most challenging days.
And if you have a family member, loved one, or friend who is struggling, you can also intercede with these prayers to bring strength their way.
Here are the Prayers for Strength and Guidance.
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Family Prayer for Strength.
Romans 15:5 (NIV) – May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus.
Heavenly Father, you are the author and finisher of our faith. Thank you for providing us with strength.
You embolden us with courage and cause us to stand together as a family against adversities.
We are very grateful for your divine presence in our home.
In all of our activities, may we turn to you for an increase in all beautiful qualities.
Above all, keep us united in strength and stronger in love.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Morning Prayer for Strength.
Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV) – Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them,
for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.
Everlasting God, your word encourages me to be strong and courageous, not be afraid or terrified, for you, my God, are with me, and you will never leave me nor forsake me.
Father, I ask that you manifest your word in my life as I head out today.Go with me and give me the strength to withstand the many challenges the world throws at me.
Help me trust you and rely on you for strength, especially in difficult moments.
Thank you for always ensuring my safety, and may your love move me from strength to strength.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Guidance to Perform a Responsible Action Planning.
Psalms 32:8 (NIV) – I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you.
Faithful God, thank you for the abundant grace you shower upon me.
I am in urgent need of your grace once more. You promised to instruct me and teach me how I should go, that you’ll counsel and watch over me.
Dear Lord, I am quite anxious right now. I have no idea about know how to go about this issue.
The action I’ll take today will affect my relationship and career. Hence, I am scared of failing and sabotaging my life’s dreams.
So, instruct me on what to do and how to do it. Open my heart to your guidance and show me the way to go.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Guidance When Life is Challenging.
Exodus 15:2 (NIV) – The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.
He is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and exalt him.
Mighty God, you know the beginning from the end. Thank you for always ordaining all things to work out for our good.
In this arduous trial I am going through, Lord Jesus, please remind me that you have overcome the world.
All I ask is that you assist me in drawing strength from you and endure until your great plans for me come to fulfillment.
I know there’s a time for everything, a time to rejoice and weep. Thank you for filling my life with lots of joy.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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Prayer for Strength and Guidance.
1 Chronicle 16:11 (NIV) – Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
Sovereign Lord, your word admonishes us to look to you for strength; and seek your face constantly.
You have ordered my steps and opened doors of opportunities for me. With this new door comes new uncertainties tempting me to fear.
So, I ask that you make me very strong in the face of these new challenges. I put my trust in you; please guide my every move.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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Short Prayer for Strength and Guidance.
2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV) – For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love, and self-discipline.
Omnipotent God, recent happenings in my life are weighing me down, and I am losing my cool.
But then, I remember that you did not give us a spirit of timidity but a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline.
In your faithfulness, please help me trust you during these times and help me rely on you for strength and guidance.
Lord, it’s easy for me to waver in my faith and allow other things to weaken my reliance on you.
Please give me the strength to resist those thoughts and trust that you are the one that gives me the strength I need daily.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Couples Prayer for Strength and Guidance.
Isaiah 40:29 (NIV) – He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
Loving Father, your greatest command is to love you and love each other. You blessed marriage as a sacred relationship that reflects our relationship with you.
Please show us how to follow your command, set aside our pride and selfishness, and humbly serve each other.
Help us remain in one spirit and one mind and treasure each other above ourselves, always looking out for each other’s interests.
Amid our busy lives, give us the grace to take time and love each other deeply from the heart, just as you have loved us.
We also pray that you give us the strength to avoid temptations designed to tear our relationship apart.
In Jesus’ name, Amen
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Daily Prayer for Strength and Guidance.
Psalms 59:16 (NIV) – But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.
Ever living God, you are my pillar of strength; always be near me.
Even in the valley of the shadow of the death with the frightening specter of death, I fear no evil because I know you are beside me – giving me my every breath.
Holy God, I need your reliable strength and guidance. Strengthen me by your Spirit. And grant me the courage to withstand the slings of the enemy.
I also ask this in the name of your son, Jesus, who did not back down in his resolve even when facing the cross.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Nurses Prayer for Strength.
Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) – So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Marvelous God, in your loving-kindness, you admonish me not to fear because you are with me.
You even promised to strengthen me and help me, to uphold me with your righteous hand. Thank you for this great promise.
Abba Father, I pray that you give me the strength to carry out my duties at work without my weakness getting in the way.
As I attend to patients, please give me the strength to meet their needs without getting tired or frustrated.
Thank you for trusting me with this all-important job. May I continue to serve you and humanity well.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Business Guidance.
Psalms 27:1 (NIV) – The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?
Great God, though my business is my passion, I place my success and progress entirely in your hands.
I ask that you please help me run it efficiently, with the discernment to recognize and accept the changes that await me.
Abba Jesus, I know you will speak to my heart when I’m lost and comfort me when there are trials.
Please grant me the wisdom to handle the things I don’t know. And help me serve my clients and customers with a heart like yours.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Child’s Guidance.
Psalms 29:11 (NIV) – The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.
Gracious God, your word says that you give grace to the humble and bless them with peace.
Lord, I pray that you show my child the same degree of love. Please keep evil far away from her, and help her trust you as her strength and refuge.
Father God, I also pray that you guide her mind from harmful instructions. And grant her a discernment spirit to recognize the truth.
I also ask that you make her strong and courageous amid troubles and dangers.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Strength after Losing a Child.
John 16:33 (NIV) – “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.
In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Merciful God, though I am worn out with sorrow, I derive comfort in your word that says I should not lose faith because you have overcome the world.
If you were able to conquer the world, I know you would find a way to console and help me find joy once more.
Your word also says that death is not the end, so I will strive to hold on to this truth and believe that you have more excellent plans for me.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Strength and Resilience.
Joshua 1:9 (NIV) – Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.
Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Awesome God, your word commands me to be strong and courageous. That I should not be terrified; not to be discouraged, for you will be with me wherever I go.
Lord, always remind me of this truth and your faithfulness as I face life’s challenges. Please give me the strength to withstand this period and the resilience not to lose hope.
Lastly, please fill me with your strength and courage to overcome the difficult times ahead.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Prayer for Strength During Difficult Times for a Friend.
Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) – but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Great God, your word tells me that you will renew the strength of those who put their faith in you.
Consequently, they will soar on wings like eagles; they will not run and not get weary; they will work and not be faint.
Lord, the many things happening around my friend, have left us perplexed. Some of these things are weakening and making him feel helpless and afraid.
Even in the midst of this, please help him trust you, so he’ll know that you are God all by yourself.
Lastly, assist him in getting out of this pit and soaring high like the eagle.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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Prayer for Strength During Difficult Times for Family.
Psalms 73:26 (NIV) – My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Our Father in Heaven, thank you for the gift of family and the incredible blessings you bestowed upon us.
In your great compassion, we ask that you strengthen us to unite together as we pass through these difficult times.
Lord, we know that no situation lasts forever, and every challenge we face aims to bring us fulfillment and glory to your name in the end.
Dear Jesus, we need you in every aspect of our family life. But in the meantime, give us the courage to place each other first.
In Jesus’ name, Amen
Conclusion
We all need God’s strength and guidance to help us pull through every aspect of our lives. Without this, we’ll quickly get overrun by the challenges of life and get discouraged over obstacles.
Therefore, the prayers for strength and guidance are important prayers for our daily life and whatever we may encounter in our journey to success.
