How do you prayerfully make a decision?

To make a prayerful decision, we must first pray, putting aside a significant portion of time (twenty minutes or more) on a daily basis to quiet ourselves, put ourselves in God’s presence, and listen to what God is saying to us in the interior of our hearts.

How do you pray for someone to be strong?

Touch me, O Lord, and fill me with your light and your hope. Amen. Dear God, please give me strength when I am weak, love when I feel forsaken, courage when I am afraid, wisdom when I feel foolish, comfort when I am alone, hope when I feel rejected, and peace when I am in turmoil. Amen.

Who is the patron saint of decision making?

St. Ignatius of Loyola
But most of us can do better. Among the many decision-making methods for life’s big decisions, one that stands out is from an early 16th-century soldier-turned-mystic, St. Ignatius of Loyola.

What should I pray when making a decision?

When I encounter a place where I know a decision needs to be made, these are the top three needs I ask from the Lord. I pray that you may use these words to help guide your prayer: Father, I need wisdom that only your Spirit can give me.

How to pray for strength in difficult times?

Prayer for Strength and Courage in Difficult Times God of Heaven’s Armies, my Father, You are near to me. Even in the valley overshadowed with the threatening specter of death, You are beside me giving me my every breath. In this season of strife and shadow, I need Your power.

What does the Bible say about guidance in decision making?

These prayers for guidance in your decision-making will offer you the encouragement and focus you need. Father God, your word says that if anyone lacks wisdom, they should ask, and you will give them generously.

Why do we need to ask God to help us make a decision?

The weight of possibly making a wrong choice can prevent us from making any choice at all! As children of God, we can be confident that he will give us wisdom and clarity throughout the decision making process. Asking God for help in making decisions may sometimes feel challenging, but remember He loves us and wants what’s best for us.