What continues to weigh on your heart, keeping you from finding rest? Maybe it’s a failing marriage or a prodigal child. Maybe it’s a health concern or an international crisis. Whatever it is, when you’ve been praying for something for so long it’s easy to give up hope. Take heart! Here are ways to pray when you’re tired of praying for your miracle.
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Explore the meaning of Matthew 25 through prayer
As Christians, we have a choice: respond to unsettling realities in the world with fear and avoidance or follow Jesus in responding to the greatest needs of our day with love and hope. Reflecting on Matthew 25, pray with us for World Vision’s work around the world.
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Voices of Ukraine: Praying through the crisis
Ukrainian refugees and families displaced in the war-torn country share moments of their lives. Join us in praying through their stories as families continue to cope every day and look for hope during this conflict.
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8 keys to a more powerful prayer life
Prayer is one of the most powerful weapons God has given us. Marilee Pierce Dunker reflects on how to pray by plugging into the power, perception, and purpose that can only be found in God’s presence.
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6 ways to pray for our country during the election
God calls us to pray in all situations — no exceptions for an election year. When we make the decision to pray for our leaders and country, we make a bold choice to demonstrate Jesus’ love regardless of what’s going on around us. The prayers offered here call for wisdom, love, and unity — in and between election candidates, and us. As we navigate what will likely be a divisive time for our country, we pray boldly that God will help us see each other through His eyes and help our leaders make godly decisions.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s education
Join us in prayer for children everywhere to gain the education, wisdom, and discernment they need to reach the fullness of life God intends for them.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for economic empowerment
More than 700 million people worldwide live on less than $1.90 a day. Join us in prayer for hardworking families to break the cycle of poverty for good.
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Prayers for people affected by the coronavirus
The coronavirus has spread rapidly around the world. As infections and the death toll continue to rise, we turn to God for wisdom and comfort.
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Peace on earth: Pray for people in conflict hot spots
Our world is full of hurting families and nations torn apart. More than 930 million people live in countries with conflict, violence, or fragile internal systems. Pray with us for people living in fragile contexts and conflict zones.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for U.S. children and families in need
Desperate need can be found not only across the ocean but also in our own neighborhoods. One in seven children in the U.S. live in poverty, and that’s why World Vision also works here at home in addition to worldwide. Join us as we pray for U.S. children and families living in poverty.