Guided Prayers - Simple, Intentional Prayers for Everyday Life

Finding God's Presence After Losing Someone to Suicide

If you have lost someone you love to suicide, you know that grief often comes with unanswered questions, deep sorrow, and burdens that can feel too heavy to carry alone. This guided prayer is an invitation to bring your pain honestly before God and to rest in the truth that he sees every tear, welcomes every question, and remains close to the brokenhearted. Whether your loss is recent or many years old, the God who is with you in your grief is faithful to carry you, one day at a time. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Rhythms: Believe

Healing begins with trusting the heart of God. This guided prayer invites you to deepen your faith in the God who is good, loving, and present in every circumstance. As you pray, you'll be encouraged to bring both your faith and your doubts honestly before the Lord, meditate on the truth of Scripture, and open your heart to the healing and abundant life he longs to give. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

Rhythms: Pain

God doesn't ask us to ignore our pain. He invites us to bring it into his presence. This guided prayer creates space to honestly acknowledge your wounds, entrust them to the Lord, and receive the healing only he can provide. As you pray, you'll be encouraged to trust God's loving care, rest in his presence, and patiently follow him as he restores what has been broken. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

Rhythms: Healing Moments

God often meets us in the present moment. This guided prayer invites you to slow down, quiet the distractions around you, and surrender your worries about the future into God's hands. As you become more aware of his presence, you'll be encouraged to receive his healing, cultivate gratitude for his daily blessings, and embrace rhythms of stillness that draw you closer to him. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

Rhythms: Invitation

God invites you to bring every burden, every wound, and every weary place into his presence. This guided prayer encourages you to receive the healing he offers each day by creating rhythms of rest, setting healthy boundaries, and making space to be alone with him. As you experience his restoring love, you'll also be inspired to extend that same invitation of hope and grace to those around you. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

Rhythms: End with Healing

The way you end your day matters. This guided prayer invites you to slow down before you sleep, reflect on the day with God, and release every burden into his faithful hands. As you become aware of his presence, you'll be encouraged to receive his healing, trust his care, and rest in the peace that comes from surrendering each day to him. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Rhythms: Begin with Healing

How you begin your day often shapes everything that follows. This guided prayer invites you to start each morning by slowing down, surrendering your burdens to God, and receiving the healing, grace, and mercy he offers. As you rest in his presence, you'll be encouraged to establish healthy rhythms that prepare your heart to walk with him and reflect his love throughout your day. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Rhythms: A Healing God

The demands of everyday life can leave us weary, wounded, and in need of God's healing. Whether you're carrying emotional pain, physical exhaustion, or the weight of stress and anxiety, this guided prayer invites you to slow down and make space for the healing presence of God. As you pray, you'll be encouraged to receive the restoration he freely offers and to cultivate rhythms that align your heart, mind, and life with his healing work. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Entering a New Season: Trusting God Through Change

Every life is marked by seasons of change. Some transitions bring excitement and anticipation. Others bring uncertainty, loss, or questions about what lies ahead. Whether you're stepping into a new opportunity, navigating a significant life change, or learning to let go of what has been familiar, God is with you. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Starting a New Job | Strength and Wisdom from God

Starting a new job can bring excitement, opportunity, and purpose, but it can also bring anxiety, uncertainty, and pressure. This guided prayer for starting a new job will help you invite God into this new season, trust his guidance, and find strength, wisdom, and peace for the journey ahead. Whether you're preparing for your first day, beginning a new career, transitioning into a leadership role, or stepping into unfamiliar responsibilities, this Christian prayer will remind you that God equips those he calls. You don't have to rely on your own strength—the Lord will provide the wisdom, confidence, and grace you need. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

6-Minute Prayer for Hard Days

When life feels overwhelming, prayer doesn't have to be complicated. In this 6-minute guided prayer, you'll walk through the simple PRAY framework: Pause, Rejoice, Ask, and Yield. Whether you're facing stress, uncertainty, or simply need a moment to reconnect with God, this prayer will help you find peace in his presence and strength for whatever lies ahead. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Rhythms: Abundant Fruit

The life we live after we receive Christ as our Savior ought to bear fruit. When we focus on our faith and abiding connection with God, we are promised the production of good fruit with eternal impact. When we stay close to him and remain in him, he will naturally produce the fruit of joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. This guided prayer focuses on surrendering control, trusting in God's timing and plans, asking for guidance and wisdom in living out our unique calling, and using all he has given us for his glory. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

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Rhythms: Abundant Relationships

God is the ultimate source of all love; our ultimate purpose is to love him, others, and ourselves as he loves us. God provides leadership down a pathway to having abundant relationships if we’re simply willing to follow. This guided prayer focuses on the importance of abundant relationships in our lives. It encourages us to prioritize dedicated time alone with God, journaling to gain self-awareness, asking good questions, listening well to others, and taking practical steps to invest in loving relationships each day. It reminds us to align our values with God's to reflect his love and bring glory to his name. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

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Rhythms: Abundant Moments

Distractions and worries often pull us away from the present moment. Being fully present, simply living in this moment, empowers us to soak up far more of the abundant life God provides than dwelling in the past or worrying over the future. This guided prayer focuses on being fully present, seeking to experience the abundant life that God offers us in the now. This prayer seeks to cultivate stillness and silence, opening our hearts to God's words of love, guidance, and encouragement. It also emphasizes the importance of trusting God with the past, present, and future and asks for strength and discipline to live in the present moment. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

Rhythms: Living Generously

Generosity, on our part, is an expression of worship and a natural overflow of realizing God’s abundant provision. Living generously with our words, assumptions, and actions can bring a greater measure of abundant life to others and ourselves. This guided prayer focuses on living generously and asks for God’s guidance in being generous with our time, talents, and resources, and in being open-handed and kind toward others. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

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Rhythms: Abundant Thoughts

We often believe lies about ourselves that wreck our sense of abundant life. Our thoughts can powerfully impact our emotions, actions, and overall well-being. When we store God’s word in our hearts, we allow the Spirit to work in our minds and give us a true, biblical perspective about ourselves and the world around us. God promises perfect peace when our minds are stayed on him. This guided prayer focuses on abundant thoughts and the power of renewing our minds. It encourages us to submit our minds to God and invite the Holy Spirit to bring transformation and truth to replace the lies. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

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Rhythms: Abundant Fruit

The life we live after we receive Christ as our Savior ought to bear fruit. When we focus on our faith and abiding connection with God, we are promised the production of good fruit with eternal impact. When we stay close to him and remain in him, he will naturally produce the fruit of joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. This guided prayer focuses on surrendering control, trusting in God's timing and plans, asking for guidance and wisdom in living out our unique calling, and using all he has given us for his glory. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR

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Praying for Peace in a Troubled World

When headlines bring fear, uncertainty, and division, take a few moments to rest in God's presence and remember that He is our refuge and strength (Psalm 46:1). This Christian meditation and prayer invites you to pray for peace among nations, wisdom for leaders, healing for broken hearts, unity within the Church, and hope in Jesus Christ, our Prince of Peace. Whether you're burdened by current events, conflict, war, injustice, or personal anxiety about the state of the world, this prayer will help you fix your eyes on God's sovereignty and faithfulness. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Rhythms: Emotional Abundance

God created us with emotions. They are a gift that enables us to connect with others and him on a deeper level. God will work deeply within our emotions if we allow him to help us grow and transform. This guided prayer encourages us to fully feel and express our positive or negative emotions and invites God to work and speak through them. It challenges us to raise our standard for emotional abundance and seek maturity in this area of our lives. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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Sunday Morning Prayer for Sabbath Rest and Peace

Begin your Sunday with this peaceful guided prayer for Sabbath rest, designed to help you rest in God’s presence, release stress and striving, and prepare your heart for the week ahead. Inspired by Matthew 11, Psalm 23, Genesis 2, and the biblical rhythm of Sabbath, this guided prayer invites you into spiritual, emotional, and physical renewal through the peace of Christ. This guided prayer is perfect for Sunday mornings, quiet devotional time, Sabbath reflection, or moments when you feel overwhelmed and exhausted. First15 is a daily devotional that provides believers of all backgrounds with a unique way to connect with God in the first 15 minutes of their day. If you would like to learn more about the First15: Download the First15 app | https://first15.org/download/ Subscribe to the First15 Devotional | http://bit.ly/2RF2VR6

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