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Ready to Maximize Your Prayer Life
Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions? You know, same prayer, different day?
It’s something we all experience at times. Demands at home and work can be overwhelming, putting us on autopilot in various aspects of life—work, home, marriage, and even spiritually. An organized prayer life can bring renewed energy to all areas of your life.
Whether you pray consistently every day or less frequently, organizing your effort can be beneficial. When prayer becomes a routine part of your daily life, it may become somewhat generic.
Are You Stuck in a Prayer Rut?
• Do you find yourself praying for the same things day after day—like you are stuck on repeat?
• Are your prayers squeezed into your morning rush, or something you trail off thinking about as you fall asleep at night?
• Despite your best intentions, does life keep getting in the way of your prayer time?
Create a Customized Prayer Plan
When did you last take time to organize your prayer topics? I elevated my prayer life to the next level by creating a Custom Designed Prayer Plan that fits well with my busy career and life. It’s something I can take on the go when needed. Amidst fatigue and distractions, having the plan at hand helps me to find each day perfectly laid out. If I’m interrupted, it brings me back into focus right where I left off. The plan is customized to my needs, family, and relationships and encompasses many issues in my community and the world around me. No one is accidentally left out.
Put it in Writing
Having a written prayer plan format is crucial. With the following ideas, you can build your customized plan. It’s not only easier, but it’s also a more effective use of your prayer time. I begin with expressions of praise and gratitude,
incorporating things I often take for granted. When did you last thank God for your five senses—taste, smell, hearing, touch and sight?
Get Organized
My daily prayer plan is divided into six topics:
Focus on a different family member or group of such as dedicating one day to each child, setting aside a day for single friends, and another for
Reflect on my job and my employer, including the Also, pray for my neighbors, community (schools and first responders), elected and appointed leaders, my country (all government leaders, regardless of political views, and the Christian church), and any concerns related to current
Address a social concern like sex trafficking or homelessness.
Direct prayers toward clients or anyone I plan to —from my manager and repairmen to hair stylists, house cleaners, dog walkers, babysitters, and landscapers. I pray for them by name and for their spouses and children.
Attend to special requests this encompasses anyone in need of immediate prayer.
Dedicated time to personal development needs, such as wisdom, courage, empathy, discernment, etc.
Personalize Prayer Requests
There’s something special about praying for people by name. I use their names when I pray for my clients or leaders of my company, community, or country. I include any specific
Please consider making copies of your prayer plan. You should keep a physical copy in your briefcase or car. The busier you are, the more you’ll find this tool helpful. Your customized prayer plan lets you move from generic to specific prayers. And that, my friend, changes everything.
