Is praying hard for you? Do you get distracted, overwhelmed, or paralyzed by what to say? Do you feel like you are doing it wrong?
Let me introduce you to one-sentence praying.
Did you know that some of Jesus’ prayers—or portions of them—can guide us in one-sentence praying?
“Not my will, but yours, be done.” (Luke 22:42)
“Father, forgive them.” (Luke 23:34)
“Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” (Luke 23:46)
One-sentence prayers focus on what is most pressing and needed. You do not have to say more! I encourage you to look over the list below and find a few one-sentence prayers that you need to add to your prayer practice.
Father, fill me with your love.
Help me understand your will.
Protect my mind, soul, and spirit in this moment.
Give me your wisdom in this moment.
Make me a blessing to everyone here.
Forgive my wandering thoughts.
Father, I need you right now!
Help me do what pleases you today!
Remind me of your love, for I have forgotten it!
Lord, what do you want?
Show me how deep, long, high, and wide your love for me is!
Help!
Credit to Lead with Prayer for this collection of prayers, featured on pages 51–52.
