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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Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s faith
World Vision strengthens the faith of children around the world through programs designed to meet them where their need is greatest. Join us in prayer for children’s faith leaders as well as for the children they spiritually nurture.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s health
As we recognize World Health Day on April 7, join us in prayer for the health of all of the world’s children, especially those who lack access to adequate healthcare and struggle to thrive.
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Prayer for an end to human trafficking
The exploitation and mistreatment of children breaks God’s heart. Join us as we pray for an end to the injustice of human trafficking.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for children’s protection
Child labor and exploitation, female genital mutilation (FGM), and human trafficking are among the greatest evils in the world. Pray with us for an end to all harm against children and for World Vision’s work to protect children.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for children with disabilities
Children with disabilities face barriers that often hinder them from receiving proper nutrition, humanitarian aid, or other basic services. We believe every child deserves the chance to reach their God-given potential. Join us in prayer for children with disabilities.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for economic empowerment
More than 700 million people worldwide live on less than $2.15 a day. Join us in prayer for hardworking families to break the cycle of poverty for good.
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5 ways to pray for lasting change
In so many areas of life — personal, social, political — transformation can be a long and sometimes arduous journey, punctuated by unexpected setbacks. But our faith tells us that God works through even the messiest of processes to make all things new — including our very selves. Whether you’re longing for change in your own life, in the life of a loved one, or in the world more broadly, prayer is one way in which you can be part of the transformative work God is doing. Here are a few ideas to get you started — and keep you going — as you pray for lasting change.
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Matthew 25: Prayer for women and girls
God creates every girl with dignity and potential — but around the world, millions of them are held back by poverty and injustice. Join us as we pray for every woman and girl to be able to live the abundant life God intends for them.
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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.