It is strongly advised that we turn to prayer in our everyday lives as we confront difficulties and adversity since God can grant all our prayer requests when we ask Him in prayers.
We should not grumble or come up with justifications when going through difficult periods in our lives and those of our families. We must ask God for help and direction in our prayers.
In this article, we will consider the correct form of prayer when your family is in difficult times.
Prayer For My Family In Difficult Times
When your family is experiencing difficult times, here are a few powerful and effective prayers you should pray for divine assistance and immediate help.
1. Prayer For When You Hurt Each Other
Psalm 118:5
“From my distress, I called upon the Lord;
The Lord answered me and set me in a large place.”
In the name of Jesus, I humbly ask you to grant me your gentle and forgiving spirit so I can forgive my buddy each time I am wrong.
As Jesus taught us, show us how to be kind to others, say sorry when necessary, and make amends for past transgressions.
My friend was angry with me, but I did not want our friendship to suffer. Please assist me in having the appropriate mindset and being patient and modest enough to resolve this issue. I pray in the name of Jesus.
2. Prayer To Remember God To Fights For You Today
Psalm 46:1a
“God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.”
Father in heaven, I humbly ask that you fight for me and intervene in all of my conflicts in the name of Jesus, amen.
Lord, I beg that you be with me today in all that I do and help me to remember to take care of every single element of my life in the name of Jesus.
I ask that you support me in every battle I face today and work with me to live a life deserving of your presence.
Please assist me in overcoming anything that stands in the way of daily progress toward you. Teach me to receive your love; may it fill my heart and spirit so that others may also know the depth of your love for them.
3. Pray For Mom And Dad To Set An Example For Our Children
2 Corinthians 1:4
“who comforts us in all our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we are comforted by God.”
Father in heaven, In the name of Jesus, I humbly ask that You grant me the grace to lead an admirable life for my children.
I’ve heard from you many times that parents’ personalities and characters are reflected in their children. Therefore I need to lead by example, so my kids become respectable individuals.
4. Prayer To Give Us What We Need
Psalm 37:19
“They will not be ashamed in the time of evil,
And in the days of famine, they will have abundance.”
God the Father, As you have promised in your word in Matthew 7:7 that we will receive what we ask for, I humbly ask that you will meet all of my needs according to your riches in glory.
I thank my heavenly Father for putting food on my table, clothing on my back, and love in my heart. During these trying times, kindly keep sheltering me from the heat, the light, and the cold.
Without You, I wouldn’t be able to survive. Please continue to support me, keeping your promise to do more than talk. Amen!
5. A Prayer In Uncertain Times
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Dear Lord, we are experiencing much anxiety and confusion in our family. In our life, we require your power and strength.
We need to feel your presence to be at ease and peaceful. Wrap your arms around us and encircle us with love during this challenging grief.
I implore you to have mercy on every member of my family. You are aware of all of our needs and anxieties. Please give us all the courage to press on and comfort us as we travel the path of life.
We put our faith in your unwavering love, amen.
6. Children’s Bedtime Prayer
Psalm 62:5-8
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I shall not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
God the Father, In the name of Jesus, I humbly pray that you will keep my kids safe as they go to bed tonight.
All harm, especially bodily harm, must be avoided. Spare them from all temptations and evil, including all outbursts of rage, wrath, and greed. They need your protection from all spiritual foes, visible and invisible, as well as your protection from those who would persecute them because they believe in Jesus Christ. Amen!
7. A Prayer For Guidance
“God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”
Oh Lord, my Father, I thank you that even though my family is presently passing through different challenges, I still put my faith in you for guidance and for you to provide for and protect us.
You are there for us, so please lead my family through these difficult times. I sincerely appreciate everything the Lord has done so far for my family. Thank you for answering me in Jesus’ name, Amen.
8. A Prayer For The Worried
Jeremiah 29:11-13
“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. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”
We pray to our beloved Father in heaven during these trying times. You are the Lord who supplies all of our wants. Please give us the courage and fortitude to keep on despite everything that is going on around us.
Please assist us in focusing on you rather than on our issues. We need consolation and support to get through. We will put our faith in your might rather than our own. Amen.
9. A Powerful Prayer For Joy And Contentment
Hebrews 13:5
“God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.”
Dear Heavenly Father, I humbly pray you to give me the grace to trust you and not worry about whatever I face.
Help me keep the pledges I made to follow Jesus Christ so that I can experience joy and contentment in this life and, at the end of it, enjoy eternal peace with you.
All these I ask in Jesus’ name, amen.
10. A Prayer For Patience And Trust In God During Difficult Times
Isaiah 40:28-31
“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall, 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.”
Father in heaven, In Jesus’ name, amen, I sincerely ask that you grant me tranquility and remove my anxiety and despair.
As we wait for Your Kingdom, I beg You with all of my heart and soul to grant me stamina, bravery, and patience. In Jesus’ name, amen, I thank You for answering my prayer.
11. A Prayer For Peace of Mind During Difficult Times
Psalm 28:6-7
“Praise be to the LORD for He has heard my cry for mercy. The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.”
I come before you now, Father, to confess my fears and worries in the name of Jesus.
We are in uncertain times, and there are difficulties and hardships.
I pray you to help me join your army as a warrior, ready to fight the forces of darkness that seek to destroy my peace of mind and destroy our hopes for a brighter future. In the mighty name of Jesus, I pray, amen.
Conclusion
Regardless of the circumstance you are currently facing, you can utilize any of these verses from the Bible to pray for mental clarity and the stamina to overcome whatever obstacles are making it difficult for you to fulfill your obligations as a parent.
You can use these bible verses and a prayer to guide your family and help them overcome challenges and triumph in their battle against evil forces.
