Posts by Karen Barber
Good Friday Prayer
This Good Friday prayer can be used with a group, at a Good Friday service or as a personal Good Friday prayer. On Good Friday, we remember the trial, conviction, scourging and crucifixion of Jesus. We also recall how he died and was buried in a borrowed tomb. Some Christian traditions observe 3 hours of…
Read MoreHoly Thursday Prayer or Maundy Thursday Prayer: Promises from Jesus
Here is a Holy Thursday prayer or Maundy Thursday prayer that can be used as a church service prayer or in private prayer and mediation. This prayer focuses on the promises and challenges from the scripture verses in book of John that Jesus gave us. On the Thursday before his arrest, Jesus taught in the…
Read MorePrayer for Peace in Countries Undergoing Civil Unrest, Revolution or War
How do you pray for countries you hear about on the news that are undergoing civil unrest, government problems, revolution or war? Here is a prayer that can be prayed individually or in used in group prayer for countries and areas of the world where peace is needed. It can also be used as a…
Read MorePrayer Promise Circle Project Blueprint
What is a Prayer Promise Circle? In a Prayer promise circle, group members take turns praying for each other by reading Bible verses that are encouraging promises from God. Half of the group is seated in chairs and the other half of the group stands behind individuals to enable each to quietly share a pre-written…
Read MoreHow to Pray for Others Using a Prayer Promise Circle
One secret to praying for others in a group setting is to use a prayer promise circle where group members take turns praying for each other by reading Bible verses that are personal promises from God. This is the perfect way to offer and receive hope and encouragement in a very personal and dynamic way.…
Read MoreHow to Pray for Each Other Using a Written Prayer Sharing Sheet
How do you pray effectively for each other in small group settings? Using a prayer sharing sheet is the secret to making sure that everyone in a group receives specific prayer for one of their personal problems or needs, even – If time is short and there is not enough time to pray for everyone…
Read MorePrayer Sharing Sheet for Making Prayer Requests and Receiving a Written Prayer
What is a Prayer Sharing Sheet? A Prayer Sharing Sheet is a piece of paper onto which a group member writes a personal prayer request. On the lower half of the sheet another group member writes a prayer of help and blessing for that person. Here is an example of the two sections of the…
Read MorePray for the Peace of Jerusalem Christmas Tree
Creating a small Peace of Jerusalem Christmas tree is a good way to pray for the peace of Jerusalem as we recall the events of the birth of Christ that took place in the Holy Land. I created a small Christmas tree in my foyer to help me pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Since…
Read MoreFinal Exam Blessing Prayer from the Bible
Use this exam blessing prayer for someone you know or for yourself as you claim Bible verses based on some of the wisest and most accomplished people in the Bible. Final Exam Prayer of Blessing from the Bible May you be like Daniel: “showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand…
Read MorePrayer for Those in Prison Using Scripture
Those in prison need strong prayers at a time when they are often incapable of praying for themselves. This prayer for those in prison using Scripture can be prayed by family members, congregations, prison outreach groups and intercessors. Prayer for Those in Prison Using Scripture Dear Heavenly Father, we pray your love and mercy for…
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