100 Things to Pray For When You Don't Know What to Pray

What’s Inside: Say goodbye to boring prayers and hello to a whole new world of inspiration with our list of 100 things to pray for!

I’ve always said that I’ve wanted to be transparent in writing to you. Sis.

So it’s confession time.

Sometimes when I pray, my mind starts to wander and I end up mentally planning my grocery list instead of talking to God. Or my to do list. Has that ever happened to you, too?

Busyness. Distractions. Not knowing what to pray about. Yes, there are some days I simply don’t know what to pray about, and then throw in self condemnation and the condemnation of the devil.

Oy veh, the spiritual warfare is all quite real Sis. That’s why I want to give you as many resources on powerful prayer as possible and arm you with as many daily prayer points to combat the above mentioned issues.

If you’re like me and need a little guidance in the prayer department, this list is for you. I want to inveil the mystery behind what prayer is. Prayer is a way that you can simply talk with God and have a conversation with Him.

And why did I choose a list of things to pray for that amounted to, you ask? I figured 99 just wouldn’t cut it, and 101 seemed like overkill. Plus, I wanted to make sure you had plenty of things to pray for. 🙂

Grab your prayer journal and let’s get praying.

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100 Things to Pray About- Why is Prayer So Important?

Why is prayer so important? Here is a list I have compiled why I believe prayer is so important.

5 Reasons Why Prayer is so important as a Christian Woman

As a Christian who loves the Lord and is faithfully serving Jesus, prayer is one of the most important aspects of a relationship with Him.

Prayer is a Conversation with God

It’s not just a religious duty or a spiritual discipline. You don’t need a prayer method or printable- even though these things can be helpful. Prayer is simply a conversation with the Heavenly Father, the one who created you, knows you intimately, and loves you unconditionally.

Prayer is a Way to Express Gratitude and Worship

Prayer is an important part of expressing gratitude and worship to God. When I pray, I’m acknowledging His sovereignty, His goodness, and His mercy. I’m thanking Him for all the blessings He’s given me, and for the countless ways He’s shown me His love. Having a time of daily prayers is the very least that I can do for the One that has done so much for me.

Having a time of daily prayers is the very least that I can do for the One that has done so much for me.

Prayer is a Way to Stay Connected to God

Thirdly, prayer is a way to stay connected to God throughout the day. It’s easy to get distracted by the busyness of life, the stresses of work, and the demands of relationships. But when I take intentional moments to pray, I’m reminding myself that God is with me always, that He cares about every detail of my life, and that He’s available to me whenever I need Him.

Prayer is a Way to Seek Guidance and Direction

Fourth, prayer is a way to seek God’s guidance and direction. When I’m facing difficult decisions or uncertain circumstances, I can turn to God in prayer and ask Him for wisdom, discernment, and clarity. I trust that He knows what’s best for me, and that He will guide me in the right direction if I seek Him with a humble and open heart.

Prayer is How we Intercede for Others

Finally, prayer is a way to intercede for others. As a Christian, I believe that we are called to love and serve others, just as Jesus did. When I pray for my family, my friends, my community, and even my enemies, I’m lifting them up to God and asking Him to work in their lives. I’m also aligning my heart with God’s heart, and asking Him to show me how I can be a part of His redemptive work in the world.

Sometimes, when you are trying to pray you just can’t find the words…or you don’t know what to pray for. That’s why I am equipping you with all of the prayer topics you need in this prayer guide.

I divided these prayer points into 5 categories that cover an effective prayer life. Some points of prayer overlap, but I have put these powerful prayers into the best category where they seem to fit. These prayer prompts are a great jumping off point as you ponder on necessary things to pray for every day.

If you’ve ever had difficulty in knowing what to pray for- this list is for you!

100 Things to Pray For Yourself

In all of the 100 things to pray for, yourself is the most important person. It might seem kind of selfish but hear me out. Yes, you can pray for others, but if you don’t have a relationship with the Lord, God doesn’t hear those prayers. (John 9:31).

So first pray for yourself and then make it a second priority to pray for others- who most definitely need your prayers!

Praying For Your Spiritual Needs

Faithfulness- pray that you would live a life of faithfulness to the Lord
Trust- ask God to increase your trust in Him
Obedience-ask the Lord for a heart that would implement obedience immediately without questioning or delay
Strength- ask God to strengthen you relationship with Him. Pray for courage we need to face times of hardship and temptation. Pray for strength to resist the devil’s schemes.
Humility- pray that you would remain free from pride and have a humble heart
Wisdom- pray for wisdom so you can make spiritually wise decisions,
Gratitude-pray to have a spirit of gratitude in all you do.
Love- pray and ask the Lord to help you love others like He has loved you
Growth- pray for your growth in the Lord that you may eat spiritual meat and not drink milk
Forgiveness– pray that you are able to forgive and not hold grudges
Patience– pray that you have patience towards those that are trying you
Purpose-pray that you will fulfill God’s purpose for your life as you serve them
Joy- pray God’s joy would be abounding in your life to banish depression
Peace- pray God’s peace to rule in your heart and that it would banish stress
Heaven- pray that God would keep heaven fresh in your heart.
Trust- ask God to give you a heart that trusts Him.
pray to be a witness to those who you come in contact with
ask God to bless your Bible reading and to learn more
pray that you would be a winner of souls
pray for strength and endurance to follow through
ask God to help you live a life that is well pleasing to Him and that you relationship with God flourish

Praying For Your Marriage

100 Things to Pray About When You Don't Know What To Pray

The second category of 100 things to pray for is marriage. Marriage is a covenant between a man and a woman before God, and it requires love, commitment, and sacrifice to make it work. It should also be a time you pray for one another. No marriage is perfect, and there will be challenges and difficulties along the way. Pray and thank God for your marriage to navigate these challenges and to build a strong and lasting relationship with your spouse. These prayer points are things to pray for right now with no delay.

pray that your marriage would be founded upon the truth of God’s Word
pray that the roles of your marriage be specifically be guided by what the Bible says
pray that your husband be the most important person in your marriage
pray that the marriage bed be undefiled and holy
pray to have a heart to always put your husband first
pray to be an example to your children
pray that you will always be willing to say you are sorry
pray for unity in your marriage
pray that commitment be at the center of your marriage
pray that you will be able to quickly forgive
pray for true intimacy that cannot be broken
pray that your love increase more and more
pray that your spouse fulfill his/her calling in the Lord
pray that communication be godly even during disagreements
pray that both have respect to one another
pray for peace in the daily lives of your marriage
pray both partners desire to build a marriage that glorifies God
pray for the strength of your marriage
pray for guidance and a spiritual mentor
Thank God for your spouse

List of Things to Pray About- Prayer List for Family and Friends

The next category in our prayer list of things to pray for about is family and friends. Praying for our friends and family is a way of demonstrating love, care, and concern for those who are important to us and who we love. As Christians, we believe in the power of prayer, and we understand that through prayer, we can seek God’s guidance, protection, and blessings for our loved ones.

Your health- pray for your own health and healing
pray for the health of your children, each by name
pray for the health and well being of your parents
pray for the spiritual life of your parents
pray for the health and well being of your in laws
pray for the spiritual life of your in laws
Family health- pray for the health and healing of your family
pray that each family member will accept Jesus and live for Him
pray that discipline be done only in love
pray that obedience be done in love and not just dutiful obligation
pray for husband and wife unity in leading the family
Friend’s health- pray for the health and healing of your friends
Family spiritual life- pray for the spiritual life of your family members. Pray for each one by name
Friend’s spiritual life-pray for the spiritual life of your friend. Pray for each one by name
Family- pray for the needs of your immediate family
pray that your children’s faith in God would be strengthened.
Friends- pray for the needs of your immediate friends
Co-workers-pray for your coworkers or your spouses coworkers
Bosses- pray for your supervisors or your husband’s supervisors
Neighbors- pray for the neighbors surrounding your home
Pray for those you know with chronic illnesses who are bedridden
pray for those who need healing
pray for those who are struggling with loneliness
pray that broken families would be put together
pray for those that are grieving the loss of a loved one
pray that those suffering from anxiety and depression to renew their minds

List of Things to Pray For :the Church

The third category of 1oo list of things to pray for is the church. The church is the body of Christ, and it is made up of people from all walks of life who have come together to worship God and to serve Him. Praying for your church helps to strengthen the bonds of unity and love among believers and promotes the growth of the church. These prayer list ideas of the church are comprehensive because of my heart for pastors, their wives and the body of Christ. I truly believe that the pastors and their wives are the most neglected people prayed for and it burdens my heart. Now that you understand my burden, you can understand why this list of prayers is so long.

pray for your pastor
pray that the pastor would love the church and be a shepherd that follows after the heart of God
pray for the safety of the Pastor since the word of God is anti modern day culture and prone to backlash
pray that the pastor have a heart of humility in service to others
pray for spiritual refreshment for the pastor
pray for the pastor’s wife spiritual life
pray that the pastor’s wife minister in humility
pray that the pastor’s wife be refreshed in ministry
pray for leaders in the church to have a heart to serve the body of Christ
pray for God to give the elders of the church wisdom
pray for those in church leadership, praying each one by name
pray for the church staff, each by name
pray for unity in the church
pray that the word of God would be brought forth in the truth of God’s word
pray that God’s word would be honored
pray for the spiritual health of the church
pray for personal revival amongst the staff
pray for personal revival amongst the membership
pray for each member by name
pray that there be a genuine love amongst the saints of God
pray that visitors are made to feel welcome and loved
pray that the saints grow in wisdom
pray that a love for souls would be evident
pray for those who are persecuted in the church
pray for God to heal the sick
pray for the protection of the pastor
pray for the protection of the staff, each by name
pray for the protection of the membership, each by name
pray for the Children’s church/sunday school teachers
pray that the children would have willing hearts to receive the word of God

The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

Praying for the World

The fifth category of 100 things to pray for is the world. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Surely the world need to be prayed for as it turns farther and farther from the world and even turns it’s back upon God. As Christians, we should pray for the world and those that live in it because we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves- including those from different cultures, races, and backgrounds.

pray that the souls of men and women would turn to God
Enemies- pray for those who have come against you
Acquaintances- pray for those who you have just met
Strangers- pray for people as you pass them in public
pray for the leaders of your nation
pray for those in the national government
pray for those in your local government
pray for the teachers that come in contact with your children
pray for the peace and stability of the nation you live in
pray for the peace and stability of your neighboring countries
pray for those who are in poverty to have godly help
pray that the homeless would receive Christ Jesus and find godly help

Things to Pray for Right Now in Your Community

pray for your pastor- I know it was mentioned previously, but the role of a pastor goes beyond the four walls of a church and reaches into your community.
pray that your local community be surrounded by the goodness of God
Pray for the safety and protection of those in local government
pray for your local mayor, that he/she would become a Christian, and that God would use them and lead them according to His word
pray that governmental offices be responsive to God’s calling of salvation
pray for decisions that affect your community.
pray for schools in your locale,
pray for the safety and protection of those in school leadership
pray for the principles of local institutions
pray for the teachers of local institutions
pray that Your community would experience God’s peace.
pray for families in Your community.
pray for unity and harmony amongst residents

Scriptures From the Word of God to Pray About

There are so many things that we can pray about from Scripture as we focus on Biblically meditating the Scriptures.

and the prayer of faith
pray for as we ought
prayer and supplication
pray for your pastor

pray that your local community would be surrounded by the goodness of God
pray for your local mayor, that he/she would become a Christian, and that God would use them and lead them according to His word

And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. -James 5:15
The Lord’s Prayer in Luke 11:2-4 and Mt 6:9-13
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God. – Eph 3:19
Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; – Eph 6:18
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. – Romans 8:26

100 Things to Pray About- The Next Steps

I’ve given you a very comprehensive and practical list to use for a prayer list in your daily prayer life. I pray these 100 things to pray for give you 100 reasons to pray! 🙂

These Hey Creative Sister resources are proof that your prayer journey can be creative, fun and and help you grow in your prayer life!