ELL Resources: 31 Prayer Ideas for the Month of January

January is a great time for a fresh start. This prayer guide is written in easy English for English language learners. It will help you strengthen your faith while you practice your vocabulary. Whether you are new to the faith or just learning the language, this guide is here to help you grow. We can make it a goal to talk to God every day through prayer. Using these encouraging Bible verses will help you learn how to communicate with God.

To use this prayer guide, you should follow the daily Bible reading plan. Each day you will read one Bible verse, reflect on some questions, and use a prayer to speak to God. When we pray, we can tell God we love him, apologize for our mistakes, thank him for the good things in our lives, and ask him for help. This simple routine will help you feel more confident as you read the Bible and practice your English.

How to Pray with the ACTS Method

You can use the ACTS method when you pray each day. This is a great way to practice your English vocabulary words about faith:

A — Adoration (Praise God)
C — Confession (Say sorry for wrong things)
T — Thankfulness (Thank God)
S — Supplication (Ask for help for yourself or others)

If helpful, you can use a prayer journal template or my free printables to write down your thoughts and create your own daily prayer.

Week 1: Start New and Grow Strong

This week, we will learn that following Jesus makes us brand new people! These inspirational Bible verses will show us that we can leave old mistakes and bad habits in the past. We will pray for strength to be brave and faithful, like a strong soldier. We will also ask the Holy Spirit to help us grow good things in our hearts, like joy and kindness. When worries pop up, we will talk to God about them. We can trust God’s plan to give us peace and help us live in love with others.

Week 1: English Vocabulary Words

Review these vocabulary words to help you with this week’s readings. These simple definitions are here to help you feel more confident as you read the Bible and practice your English.

Courage — Being brave when you are afraid.
Faith — Believing in God and trusting him.
Forgive — To stop being angry at someone who hurt you.
Fruit — In the Bible, this often means good results or actions in a person’s life.
Gentle — Being kind and calm, not rough or mean.
Holy Spirit — God’s Spirit who lives in people who believe in Jesus.
Joy — A feeling of great happiness that comes from God.
Patience — Being able to wait without getting angry.
Peace — A feeling of being calm and safe inside.

Day 1: A New Start

Bible Verse:
When anyone is in Christ, it is a whole new world. The old things are gone; suddenly, everything is new! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ERV)

About This Verse:
When we believe in Jesus, God makes us new. We don’t have to carry our past mistakes. God gives us a new way to live.

Think About:
What does the verse say happens when we are in Christ?
What is one old thing you want to leave behind this year?
How can you live like a new person today?

Talk to God:
Dear God,
You are amazing and always make things new.
I am sorry for anything I did wrong last year.
Thank you for making me a new person in Jesus.
Please help me live like a new person today.
Amen.

Read More:
Helping People Become God’s Friends: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 (ERV)

Day 2: Grow the Good Fruit

Bible Verse:
But the fruit that the Spirit produces in a person’s life is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these kinds of things. – Galatians 5:22-23 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God’s Holy Spirit lives in us when we believe. The Holy Spirit helps us grow good things like love and joy. These good things are like a sweet fruit.

Think About:
Name three of the good things, or “fruit,” listed in this verse.
Which of these good things do you need more of right now?
How can you show love to someone today?

Talk to God:
Heavenly Father,
I love that you help me be good.
I confess I sometimes get angry or impatient.
Thank you for giving me the Holy Spirit.
Please help me grow the fruit of kindness and peace today.
Amen.

Read More:
The Spirit and Human Nature: Galatians 5:16-26 (ERV)

Day 3: Be Brave and Loving

Bible Verse:
Be careful. Hold firmly to your faith. Have courage and be strong. Do everything in love. – 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (ERV)

About This Verse:
This verse tells us to be strong like good soldiers. It means to believe in God even when it’s hard. The most important thing is to do everything with love.

Think About:
What two things does this verse tell us to be?
What does it mean to be strong in your faith?
Who needs you to show love to them today?

Talk to God:
Mighty God,
You are strong and good.
I am sorry for the times I get scared to talk about you.
Thank you for giving me courage.
Help me to be brave, stick to my faith, and do every single thing with a loving heart.
Amen.

Read More:
Paul Ends His Letter: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24 (ERV)

Day 4: Always Be Happy

Bible Verse:
Always be filled with joy in the Lord. I will say it again. Be filled with joy. – Philippians 4:4 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God wants us to be joyful, or happy, all the time. Our happiness comes from knowing Jesus, not from what we have. We can choose to be happy in him.

Think About:
Where does the verse say our joy should come from?
What are three things that bring you joy in God?
How can you share your joy with others?

Talk to God:
Joyful God,
You are the reason for my happiness.
I confess I sometimes forget to be thankful for what I have.
Thank you for giving me joy that no one can take away.
Help me to be joyful today, even when things are difficult.
Amen.

Read More:
Some Things to Do: Philippians 4:1-9 (ERV)

Day 5: Stop Worrying, Start Praying

Bible Verse:
Don’t worry about anything, but pray and ask God for everything you need, always giving thanks for what you have. And because you belong to Christ Jesus, God’s peace will stand guard over all your thoughts and feelings. – Philippians 4:6-7 (ERV)

About This Verse:
When we worry, we should stop and pray instead. We need to tell God what we need and also thank him. When we do this, God gives us a wonderful peace in our hearts and minds.

Think About:
What does the verse tell us to do instead of worrying?
What is one thing you worry about?
How can you turn that worry into a prayer today?

Talk to God:
Peaceful Lord,
You are in charge of everything.
I confess that sometimes I worry instead of trusting you.
Thank you for the peace you give me.
Please take away my worries about school and help my heart feel calm and safe.
Amen.

Read More:
Some Things to Do: Philippians 4:1-9 (ERV)

Day 6: Live in Peace

Bible Verse:
Always be humble and gentle. Be patient and accept each other with love. You are joined together with peace through the Spirit. Do all you can to continue as you are, letting peace hold you together. – Ephesians 4:2-3 (ERV)

About This Verse:
These verses tell us how to live well with other people. We should be gentle, kind, and patient. When we do this, we help keep peace in our church and with our friends.

Think About:
What does the verse say will hold us together?
Who is it hard to be patient with sometimes?
What is one way you can be gentle to a friend today?

Talk to God:
Loving God,
You show me how to be kind.
I am sorry for when I am impatient with my family.
Thank you for giving us the Holy Spirit to help us live in peace.
Help me to be humble and gentle with everyone I meet.
Amen.

Read More:
The Unity of the Body: Ephesians 4:1-16 (ERV)

Day 7: Forgive Others

Bible Verse:
Be kind and loving to each other. Forgive each other the same as God forgave you through Christ. – Ephesians 4:32 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God forgives us for all the wrong things we do. Because he shows us such great love, we must forgive others who hurt us. We should be kind and loving every day.

Think About:
Why does the Bible say we should forgive others?
Is there anyone you need to forgive?
What good thing can you say to someone today?

Talk to God:
Merciful God,
You are so kind and forgive all my sins.
I confess I sometimes hold on to angry feelings.
Thank you for sending Jesus to die for me so I can be forgiven.
Help me to forgive ________________ and be kind and loving to everyone.
Amen.

Read More:
The Way You Should Live: Ephesians 4:17-32 (ERV)

Week 2: Seeing God’s Goodness and Power

This week, we will talk to God about how good and powerful he is. This part of our Bible reading plan will show us that God is kind to every single person and everything he has made. This is a very good reason for us to always trust him. We will pray to stay faithful to him even when we feel scared or life is hard. We will ask him for wisdom so we know the best things to say and do. Remember that God is in charge of time and controls the whole world.

Week 2: English Vocabulary Words

Review these vocabulary words to help you with this week’s readings.

Faithful — Staying true to someone or something; keeping a promise.
Generous — Happy to give things to others.
Mercy — Not punishing someone when they do something wrong; showing kindness.
Power — Strength or ability to do something.
Reward — A prize given for doing something good.
Self-control — Being able to control your feelings and actions.
Source — The place where something comes from.
Timing — When something happens.
Wisdom — Knowing what is true and right.

Day 8: God is Good to Everyone

Bible Verse:
The Lord is good to everyone. He shows his mercy to everything he made. – Psalm 145:9 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God is not just good to a few people; he is good to all people. He shows mercy, which means he is kind and doesn’t punish us even when we deserve it. We see his goodness everywhere.

Think About:
Who does the verse say God is good to?
What is one way you have seen God’s goodness this week?
How can you show God’s mercy to someone who made a mistake?

Talk to God:
Wonderful God,
You are good and full of mercy to everyone.
I confess I sometimes forget how great your love is.
Thank you for showing kindness to everything you created.
Help me to see and share your goodness with others today.
Amen.

Read More:
A song of David: Psalm 145 (ERV)

Day 9: Be Faithful, Even When It’s Hard

Bible Verse:
Don’t be afraid of what will happen to you. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison. He will do this to test you. You will suffer for ten days, but be faithful, even if you have to die. If you continue to be faithful, I will give you the reward of life. – Revelation 2:10 (ERV)

About This Verse:
This means we should keep believing in Jesus, no matter what. Even when bad things happen, we stay faithful. God will give a great reward to those who trust him always.

Think About:
What does God promise if we continue to be faithful?
What does it mean to be faithful to God?
What helps you feel brave when you are afraid?

Talk to God:
Powerful God,
You help me feel brave.
I am sorry for the times I feel scared or want to give up.
Thank you for the promise of a reward in heaven.
Please help me to be faithful and keep trusting you even when things are very hard.
Amen.

Read More:
Jesus’ Letter to the Church in Smyrna: Revelation 2:8-11 (ERV)

Day 10: Use Gentle Words

Bible Verse:
A gentle answer makes anger disappear, but a rough answer makes it grow. – Proverbs 15:1 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Our words have power. When someone is angry, we should answer them gently. A soft and kind answer can stop an argument. A mean answer makes the anger worse.

Think About:
According to the verse, what does a rough answer cause?
What happens when people use rough, angry words?
How can you use a gentle answer if someone is mean to you today?

Talk to God:
Wise God,
You teach me how to speak.
I confess I sometimes use rough words when I am mad.
Thank you for giving me a mouth to speak kind things.
Please help me to speak gentle words that bring peace instead of fighting.
Amen.

Read More:
Some of Solomon’s Proverbs: Proverbs 15 (ERV)

Day 11: God Gives Power and Love

Bible Verse:
The Spirit God gave us does not make us afraid. His Spirit is a source of power and love and self-control. – 2 Timothy 1:7 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God did not give us a spirit of fear. The Holy Spirit gives us strength, the power to love, and the ability to control our actions. We can be confident because of this power from God.

Think About:
What three things does God’s Spirit give us?
What is one thing you need God’s power to do today?
How can you show God’s love to someone who needs it?

Talk to God:
Strong God,
You are a source of power and love.
I am sorry for when I let fear stop me from doing good.
Thank you for giving me the Holy Spirit to help me be strong.
Please fill me with your power, love, and self-control today.
Amen.

Read More:
Thanksgiving and Encouragement: 2 Timothy 1:3-18 (ERV)

Day 12: God’s Timing is Best

Bible Verse:
There is a right time for everything, and everything on earth will happen at the right time. – Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God has a perfect time for everything. We don’t always know when things will happen, but we can trust God’s timing. We need to be patient and wait for God.

Think About:
What does this verse say about the things that happen on earth?
Is there something you are waiting for right now?
How can you trust God’s timing instead of rushing things?

Talk to God:
All-Knowing God,
You know the perfect time for everything.
I confess I sometimes get impatient when I have to wait.
Thank you for having a good plan for my life.
Help me to be patient and trust that everything will happen at the right time.
Amen.

Read More:
A Time for Everything: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 (ERV)

Day 13: Ask God for Wisdom

Bible Verse:
Do any of you need wisdom? Ask God for it. He is generous and enjoys giving to everyone. So he will give you wisdom. – James 1:5 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Wisdom is knowing what to do in a situation. If we don’t know the best choice, God tells us to ask him. He is happy to give us wisdom because he is a generous giver.

Think About:
What is the advice given in this verse if you need wisdom?
What does it mean that God is generous?
What is one thing you need God’s help to decide this week?

Talk to God:
Wise God,
You know everything, and I need your help.
I am sorry for trying to do things alone without asking you.
Thank you for being a generous God who loves to give us what we need.
Please give me wisdom to make good choices today.
Amen.

Read More:
Faith and Wisdom: James 1:2-8 (ERV)

Day 14: Give Your Worries to God

Bible Verse:
Give all your worries to him, because he cares for you. – 1 Peter 5:7 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God cares about you very much. He wants you to give all your worries and stress to him. When we do this, we show God that we trust him to take care of us.

Think About:
What is the reason the verse gives for giving our worries to God?
What is a big worry you can give to God today?
How does it feel to know God cares for you?

Talk to God:
Caring God,
You love me so much.
I confess that sometimes I hold on to my worries and don’t give them to you.
Thank you for caring about every part of my life.
I give all my worries about ________________ to you and ask you to take care of me.
Amen.

Read More:
The Flock of God: 1 Peter 5:1-11 (ERV)

Week 3: Trusting God and Shining His Light

This week, our daily prayers will be about being humble and letting our lives show God’s light. To be humble means we remember that God is the King, and we are not. We will also ask him to forgive our sins so our hearts can be clean. We will pray to be brave like a lion and not be afraid to do what is right. When we feel weak, we can trust that God’s power works best through us. His word in the Bible will be our light and guide.

Week 3: English Vocabulary Words

Review these vocabulary words to help you with this week’s readings.

Amen — A word said at the end of a prayer that means “Yes” or “I believe it.”
Confess — To say that you have done something wrong.
Grace — Kindness and help from God that we do not earn.
Guide — To show someone the way to go.
Humble — Not thinking you are better than other people.
Promise — Saying that you will definitely do something.
Sin — Doing something that God says is wrong.
Wicked — Evil or morally wrong.

Day 15: Be Humble

Bible Verse:
Be humble before the Lord, and he will make you great. – James 4:10 (ERV)

About This Verse:
To be humble means to think of yourself less and to remember God is the King. When we are humble and obey God, he will lift us up and give us a good place.

Think About:
What does the verse say God will do if we are humble?
What does it mean to be humble?
How can you show God honor and respect today?

Talk to God:
Great God,
You are the King, and I am not.
I confess I sometimes try to do things just for my own praise.
Thank you for teaching me that being humble is important.
Please help me to be humble and serve others today.
Amen.

Read More:
Give Yourselves to God: James 4:1-10 (ERV)

Day 16: Be a Light

Bible Verse:
You are the light that shines for the world to see. You are like a city built on a hill that cannot be hidden. – Matthew 5:14 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Jesus calls us the light of the world. Our good actions and love for God should be easy to see, like a bright light or a city on a high hill. We should show others what God is like.

Think About:
What is a good way to describe us in this verse?
What does your light look like to other people?
What is one good thing you can do for someone who doesn’t know God?

Talk to God:
Bright God,
You are the true light for the world.
I am sorry for the times I hide my faith and don’t share your love.
Thank you for calling me your light.
Please help my life shine brightly so others can see you through my good actions.
Amen.

Read More:
You Are Like Salt and Light: Matthew 5:13-16 (ERV)

Day 17: Say Sorry to God

Bible Verse:
But if we confess our sins, God will forgive us. We can trust God to do this. He always does what is right. He will make us clean from all the wrong things we have done. – 1 John 1:9 (ERV)

About This Verse:
When we do something wrong (a sin), we need to tell God we are sorry. This is called confessing. Because God is good and always does right, he will forgive us and make our hearts clean again.

Think About:
What must we do for God to forgive us?
What is one wrong thing you need to tell God you did?
How does it feel to know God forgives you?

Talk to God:
Forgiving God,
You are always good and true.
I confess I ________________ and I am truly sorry.
Thank you for your promise to forgive me and make me clean.
Please help me to not do that wrong thing again.
Amen.

Read More:
God Forgives Our Sins: 1 John 1:5-10 (ERV)

Day 18: God’s Promises are True

Bible Verse:
The yes to all of God’s promises is in Christ. And that is why we say “Amen” through Christ to the glory of God. – 2 Corinthians 1:20 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God has made many great promises in the Bible. Every promise that God makes is true and sure because of Jesus. When we pray, we can say “Amen,” which means “Yes, I believe it!”

Think About:
What makes God’s promises true?
What is one promise from God that you believe in?
Why is it important to say “Amen” when we pray?

Talk to God:
Trustworthy God,
You always keep your word.
I am sorry for when I doubt what you promise.
Thank you that all your promises are “Yes” and true because of Jesus.
Help me to trust your promises and live for your great glory.
Amen.

Read More:
The Change in Paul’s Plans: 2 Corinthians 1:12-24 (ERV)

Day 19: Be Brave Like a Lion

Bible Verse:
The wicked are afraid of everything, but those who live right are as brave as lions. – Proverbs 28:1 (ERV)

About This Verse:
People who don’t follow God often feel afraid. But when we live the way God tells us to, we can be very brave. God makes us strong and confident like a lion.

Think About:
What is the difference between wicked people and people who live right?
What is one thing that makes you feel afraid?
How can living right help you be brave?

Talk to God:
Brave God,
You give me strength and courage.
I confess that sometimes I am afraid of the dark or of what others think.
Thank you for helping me to be a righteous and brave person.
Please make me as brave as a lion so I can do what is right today.
Amen.

Read More:
A Few Proverbs: Proverbs 28:1-10 (ERV)

Day 20: God’s Power in Our Weakness

Bible Verse:
But the Lord said, “My grace is all you need. Only when you are weak can everything be done completely by my power.” So I will gladly boast about my weaknesses. Then Christ’s power can stay in me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Grace is God’s gift of help and kindness. When we feel weak or can’t do something, God’s power is shown. We can be happy in our weakness because God’s great power is working through us.

Think About:
What does the Lord say is all we need?
What is one thing you feel weak at doing?
How can you ask God to show his power in that weakness?

Talk to God:
Gracious God,
You are all the power I need.
I confess I sometimes try to do everything by myself.
Thank you for your amazing grace that helps me when I am weak.
Please let your power be strong in my weakness today so I can do good things.
Amen.

Read More:
A Special Blessing in Paul’s Life: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 (ERV)

Day 21: The Bible is a Light

Bible Verse:
Your word is like a lamp that guides my steps, a light that shows the path I should take. – Psalm 119:105 (ERV)

About This Verse:
The Bible, which is God’s word, is like a light in a dark place. It is a guide for life that helps us see where to walk so we don’t fall. It shows us the right way to live our lives.

Think About:
What two things is God’s word compared to?
How often do you read the Bible?
How can the Bible help you make a good choice today?

Talk to God:
Guiding God,
Your word is a perfect light.
I confess I sometimes forget to read the Bible.
Thank you for giving me the Bible to teach me.
Please help me read your word every day so it can guide my steps and show me the right path.
Amen.

Read More:
What Mem Said: Psalm 119:97-105 (ERV)

Week 4: Living with Others and Being Thankful

This week, our Bible readings and prayers will focus on how we get along with other people. We must ask God to help all Christians work together like one team. We will also pray for happy hearts so we can be cheerful givers of our time and money. It is very important to always remember to say thank you to God for everything we have. We will ask him to use his power to heal our loved ones who are sick. God wants us to be thankful in all times.

Week 4: English Vocabulary Words

Review these vocabulary words to help you with this week’s readings.

Announce — To make something known to everyone.
Body — In the Bible, this often means all the people who follow Jesus together.
Creation — Everything that God has made.
Glory — Great beauty, power, and honor.
Heal — To make a sick person well again.
Missionary — Someone who goes to tell other people about God.
Praise — To say good things about someone or something.
Sovereign — Having the highest power; being in complete control.

Day 22: One Body, One Hope

Bible Verse:
There is one body and one Spirit, and God chose you to have one hope. – Ephesians 4:4 (ERV)

About This Verse:
All Christians are like one body, and Jesus is the head. We all have the same Holy Spirit and the same hope of going to heaven. We must work together and love each other.

Think About:
How many Spirits and how many hopes does this verse say we have?
Who are the people in your church body?
How can you work together better with other Christians?

Talk to God:
Uniting God,
You bring all your people together.
I am sorry for when I fight with other Christians or feel separate from them.
Thank you for making us one body with one hope.
Please help me to love my church family and keep the unity you gave us.
Amen.

Read More:
The Unity of the Body: Ephesians 4:1-16 (ERV)

Day 23: Give Happily

Bible Verse:
Each one of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give. You should not give if it makes you unhappy or if you feel forced to give. God loves those who are happy to give. – 2 Corinthians 9:7 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Giving money or time to God should be a choice we make with a happy heart. We shouldn’t feel forced or give with a sad face. God loves a person who is happy to share what they have.

Think About:
What kind of giver does God love?
What is one thing you can share happily with others?
Why is the feeling in your heart important when you give?

Talk to God:
Generous God,
You give us everything we have.
I confess I sometimes feel selfish about sharing my things.
Thank you for letting me be a cheerful giver.
Please help me to give happily from my heart and bless others with what you have given me.
Amen.

Read More:
Your Giving Is a Blessing: 2 Corinthians 9 (ERV)

Day 24: Stop and Know God

Bible Verse:
God says, “Stop fighting and know that I am God! I am the one who defeats the nations; I am the one who controls the world.” – Psalm 46:10 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Sometimes we need to stop all the busy work and fighting with others, and just be quiet. We should take time to remember that God is in charge of everything. He is powerful, and he controls the whole world.

Think About:
What two commands does God give us in this verse?
When do you stop and think about God?
How can you take time to be quiet and know God is in control today?

Talk to God:
Sovereign God,
You control the whole world.
I am sorry for being too busy and not spending quiet time with you.
Thank you for being a strong God who is in charge of everything.
Help me to stop, be still, and know that you are God today.
Amen.

Read More:
A song from the Korah family: Psalm 46 (ERV)

Day 25: Be Thankful Always

Bible Verse:
Whatever happens, always be thankful. This is how God wants you to live in Christ Jesus. – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ERV)

About This Verse:
God wants us to be thankful all the time, for the good things and even the not-so-good things. Being thankful is the way we should live as followers of Jesus.

Think About:
When does this verse say we should be thankful?
What is one simple thing you can thank God for right now?
What is one difficult thing you can still thank God for?

Talk to God:
Faithful God,
You are good in all things.
I confess I sometimes forget to thank you for simple things.
Thank you that you are with me no matter what happens.
Help me to have a heart that is always thankful for everything in my life.
Amen.

Read More:
Final Instructions and Greetings: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 (ERV)

Day 26: God Can Heal

Bible Verse:
Lord, if you heal me, I surely will be healed. Save me, and I surely will be saved. Lord, I praise you! – Jeremiah 17:14 (ERV)

About This Verse:
This verse shows us that God has the power to heal our bodies and our hearts. When we ask him to heal or save us, we are saying we trust his power completely.

Think About:
What does the speaker ask God to do in this verse?
Is there someone you know who needs healing?
How does this verse show trust in God?

Talk to God:
Healing God,
You have the power to fix everything.
I confess I sometimes try to get well just by myself.
Thank you for being my strong healer and savior.
Please heal ________________ who is sick and make ________________ completely well in every way.
Amen.

Read More:
Jeremiah’s Third Complaint: Jeremiah 17:12-18 (ERV)

Day 27: Tell the Good News

Bible Verse:
So go and make followers of all people in the world. Baptize them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. – Matthew 28:19 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Jesus told his followers to go everywhere and tell people the Good News. We should teach them about God and help them become his followers. This is an important job for all Christians.

Think About:
What did Jesus tell his followers to do?
Who is someone you can tell the Good News about Jesus to?
How can you show someone what Jesus is like this week?

Talk to God:
Missionary God,
You want everyone to know you.
I am sorry for when I keep the Good News of Jesus a secret.
Thank you for letting me be one of your followers.
Help me to be brave and tell others about you and help them become your followers too.
Amen.

Read More:
Jesus Talks to His Followers: Matthew 28:16-20 (ERV)

Day 28: God’s Amazing World

Bible Verse:
The heavens tell about the glory of God. The skies announce what his hands have made. – Psalm 19:1 (ERV)

About This Verse:
We can look up at the sky and see how amazing God is. The sun, moon, and stars all show how great and powerful God is. His creation speaks to us without words.

Think About:
What announces what God’s hands have made?
What is the most beautiful thing God has made?
How does nature help you remember God’s glory?

Talk to God:
Creative God,
You are so glorious and wonderful.
I confess I sometimes forget to notice the beautiful world you made.
Thank you for showing your great power in the skies and the earth.
Help me to praise you today for the amazing things you have made.
Amen.

Read More:
A song of David: Psalm 19 (ERV)

Week 5: Finishing Strong and Praising God

The daily Bible readings and prayers in final week of January will help us finish the month with strong faith and praise. We will pray to run the race of life with endurance and determination. We need to remove anything that might cause us to stumble or quit following Jesus. We will take time to praise God because he is completely holy and perfect in every way. Our prayers will finish by giving all our plans for the coming days to him. When we seek his help, he will guide us.

Week 5: English Vocabulary Words

Review these vocabulary words to help you with this week’s readings. These simple definitions are here to help you feel more confident as you read the Bible and practice your English.

Goal — Something you want to achieve or do.
Holy — Pure and perfect; separate from sin.
Plan — An idea about what to do in the future.
Race — A contest to see who can be the fastest.
Successful — Accomplishing what you set out to do.

Day 29: Run the Race of Faith

Bible Verse:
We have all these great people around us as examples. Their lives tell us what faith means. So we, too, should run the race that is before us and never quit. We should remove from our lives anything that would slow us down and the sin that so often makes us fall. – Hebrews 12:1 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Living a Christian life is like running a long race. We must keep going and never give up. We need to stop doing bad things (sin) that slow us down so we can finish the race well.

Think About:
What is the Christian life compared to in this verse?
What is one thing that slows you down in your faith?
How can you keep running toward Jesus today?

Talk to God:
Patient God,
You help me run my life’s race.
I confess I sometimes stop or let bad habits slow me down.
Thank you for the people who showed me how to have faith.
Please help me to get rid of my sin and keep running the race of faith until the end.
Amen.

Read More:
We Also Should Follow Jesus’ Example: Hebrews 12:1-3 (ERV)

Day 30: God is Holy

Bible Verse:
The angels were calling to each other, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord All-Powerful. His Glory fills the whole earth.” – Isaiah 6:3 (ERV)

About This Verse:
Holy means God is perfect, pure, and totally set apart. God is holy, holy, holy! This means he is perfectly good in every way. His greatness (Glory) can be seen everywhere.

Think About:
What word did the angels call out to each other?
What does it mean that God is holy?
What is one good thing about God that you praise him for?

Talk to God:
Holy God,
You are perfect and good and amazing.
I am sorry for not praising you enough.
Thank you for filling the whole world with your great glory.
Please help me to live a life that shows others how truly holy and wonderful you are.
Amen.

Read More:
God Calls Isaiah to Be a Prophet: Isaiah 6 (ERV)

Day 31: Trust God’s Plan

Bible Verse:
Turn to the Lord for help in everything you do, and you will be successful. – Proverbs 16:3 (ERV)

About This Verse:
If we ask God for help with our plans, he will guide us. We should pray about everything we do. When we turn to God, our plans will work out well.

Think About:
What does the verse tell us we should do for help?
What is one plan you have for the coming month?
How can you turn to God for help with your plans?

Talk to God:
Planning God,
You know the best plan for my life.
I confess I sometimes forget to ask you for help with my goals.
Thank you for promising to help me be successful.
Please help me give all my plans and dreams to you today and in the coming year.
Amen.

Read More:
A Few Proverbs: Proverbs 16:1-9 (ERV)