Learn to Pray Again
When you don’t know what to say to God, start here. Simple prayers for real-life moments.
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Pick a moment
Ask, “What’s real for me right now?”
Pray the starter out loud, use the words here, then add your own.
Breathe, then simply pray: “Come, Holy Spirit.”
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How to pray with this page
There’s no magic formula here, just honest words and a God who’s already listening.
Feeling Distant
When You Feel Far From God
For the days you feel numb, rusty, or out of practice.
Prayer starter:
Jesus, I feel distant from You. Part of me wants to hide, and part of me really wants You back in my life. I bring You my numb heart, my doubts, and everything I don’t understand....
Your turn:
Tell Him one honest sentence about how you feel toward God right now.
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Big decisions
When You Need Direction
​For decisions, crossroads, and big questions.
Prayer starter:
Lord, I don’t know what to do next. There are options in front of me and I’m afraid of choosing wrong. You are wisdom itself, and You love me more than I love myself...
Your turn:
Tell God, in one sentence, what decision or situation you need help with.
Spiralling thoughts
When Your Mind Is Loud
For anxious thoughts, late nights, and mental noise.
Prayer starter:
Holy Spirit, my thoughts are loud and crowded. I keep replaying conversations, fears, and worst-case scenarios. Right now, I place each worry into Your hands, one by one...
Your turn:
Name the biggest thing you’re worrying about and hand it to Him in one sentence.
Angry or Frustrated
When You're Angry or Frustrated
For when you’re ready to explode or shut down.
Prayer Starter:
God, I’m angry. I don’t want to pretend with You. You see what happened, and You see how it hit my heart. I bring You...
Your Turn:
​Tell Him what or who lit the fuse, and ask for one specific grace (patience, wisdom, courage, etc.).
After you’ve messed up
When You've Messed Up
For sin, regret, and shame that hangs heavy.
Prayer starter:
Father, I’m sorry. I know what I did was wrong, and I don’t want to stay stuck in it. I bring this sin into Your light and ask for Your mercy. Thank You that the Cross is bigger than my worst day...
Your turn:
Quietly tell God what happened in simple words, then thank Him for forgiving you.
Experiencing loneliness
Feeling Lonely or Invisible
For nights that feel empty and days that feel unnoticed.
Prayer starter:
Jesus, I feel alone. Part of me wonders if anyone really sees me or cares. You promise that I am known and never forgotten. Right now I choose...
Your turn:
​Tell Him one moment where you felt unseen this week, and ask Him to step into it.