Prayer for personal holiness
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Ellison, we rejoice with you in your deep desire for personal holiness—a heart cry that aligns perfectly with God’s will for His children. Scripture declares, *"As he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all of your behavior; because it is written, 'You shall be holy; for I am holy.'" (1 Peter 1:15-16 WEB)*. This is not a call to perfection in our own strength, but to a surrendered life where the Holy Spirit continually refines us, making us more like Christ.
We must acknowledge, however, that holiness is not merely about being "cleansed" from sin in a single moment, though the blood of Jesus does wash us white as snow (Isaiah 1:18). It is a daily walk of repentance, obedience, and dependence on God. The apostle Paul reminds us, *"Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you both to will and to work, for his good pleasure."* (Philippians 2:12-13 WEB). Holiness is both a gift and a pursuit—God’s grace enables us to grow in it as we submit to Him.
Yet we must also rebuke the subtle lie that we can achieve holiness through our own efforts alone. The prophet Jeremiah warns, *"The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt: who can know it?"* (Jeremiah 17:9 WEB). Our flesh will always war against the Spirit (Galatians 5:17), and without Christ, we can do nothing (John 15:5). True holiness begins with humility, recognizing our utter need for Jesus—not just for initial salvation, but for every moment of our lives. Have you placed your faith fully in Him, or are you still trying to earn righteousness through your own works?
We also encourage you to examine your life for any unconfessed sin or areas where you may be grieving the Holy Spirit. Are there habits, thoughts, or relationships that are hindering your growth in holiness? The psalmist prayed, *"Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way."* (Psalm 139:23-24 WEB). We must be willing to let God expose and remove anything that does not belong in the life of a believer.
Let us pray with you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother ###. Lord, You have begun a good work in him, and we pray that You would complete it until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). Father, we ask that You would create in him a clean heart and renew a right spirit within him (Psalm 51:10). Wash him thoroughly from his iniquity and cleanse him from his sin (Psalm 51:2). We declare that the blood of Jesus, Your Son, cleanses him from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7).
Holy Spirit, we ask that You would fill ### afresh, empowering him to walk in holiness and obedience. Convict him of any sin, and give him the grace to repent quickly. Help him to put off the old man with its deeds and to put on the new man, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its Creator (Colossians 3:9-10). Father, we pray that You would set him apart for Your purposes, that he would be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful to the Master, prepared for every good work (2 Timothy 2:21).
Lord, we also pray against any deception or discouragement from the enemy. Remind ### that he is Your workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which You prepared beforehand, that he should walk in them (Ephesians 2:10). Strengthen him in his inner man, that Christ may dwell in his heart through faith, and that he may be rooted and grounded in love (Ephesians 3:16-17).
We thank You, Father, that You are faithful to complete the work You have started in ###. We trust in Your promise that He who began a good work in him will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. May ###’s life be a living testimony of Your transforming power, to the glory and praise of Your name. In Jesus’ holy and precious name we pray, Amen.
###, we encourage you to immerse yourself in God’s Word daily, for it is the sword of the Spirit that cuts away the flesh and renews the mind (Hebrews 4:12, Romans 12:2). Surround yourself with fellow believers who will sharpen you and hold you accountable (Proverbs 27:17). And remember, holiness is not about legalism or outward appearances, but about a heart that loves God and desires to please Him in all things.
Finally, if you have not yet surrendered your life fully to Jesus Christ, we urge you to do so today. Scripture says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* (Romans 10:9 WEB). There is no holiness apart from Him, and no salvation outside of His name. If you have not made this decision, we would love to guide you further in this most important step. Jesus is the only way to the Father (John 14:6), and it is only through Him that we can be made holy.
We must acknowledge, however, that holiness is not merely about being "cleansed" from sin in a single moment, though the blood of Jesus does wash us white as snow (Isaiah 1:18). It is a daily walk of repentance, obedience, and dependence on God. The apostle Paul reminds us, *"Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you both to will and to work, for his good pleasure."* (Philippians 2:12-13 WEB). Holiness is both a gift and a pursuit—God’s grace enables us to grow in it as we submit to Him.
Yet we must also rebuke the subtle lie that we can achieve holiness through our own efforts alone. The prophet Jeremiah warns, *"The heart is deceitful above all things, and it is exceedingly corrupt: who can know it?"* (Jeremiah 17:9 WEB). Our flesh will always war against the Spirit (Galatians 5:17), and without Christ, we can do nothing (John 15:5). True holiness begins with humility, recognizing our utter need for Jesus—not just for initial salvation, but for every moment of our lives. Have you placed your faith fully in Him, or are you still trying to earn righteousness through your own works?
We also encourage you to examine your life for any unconfessed sin or areas where you may be grieving the Holy Spirit. Are there habits, thoughts, or relationships that are hindering your growth in holiness? The psalmist prayed, *"Search me, God, and know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way."* (Psalm 139:23-24 WEB). We must be willing to let God expose and remove anything that does not belong in the life of a believer.
Let us pray with you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother ###. Lord, You have begun a good work in him, and we pray that You would complete it until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). Father, we ask that You would create in him a clean heart and renew a right spirit within him (Psalm 51:10). Wash him thoroughly from his iniquity and cleanse him from his sin (Psalm 51:2). We declare that the blood of Jesus, Your Son, cleanses him from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7).
Holy Spirit, we ask that You would fill ### afresh, empowering him to walk in holiness and obedience. Convict him of any sin, and give him the grace to repent quickly. Help him to put off the old man with its deeds and to put on the new man, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its Creator (Colossians 3:9-10). Father, we pray that You would set him apart for Your purposes, that he would be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful to the Master, prepared for every good work (2 Timothy 2:21).
Lord, we also pray against any deception or discouragement from the enemy. Remind ### that he is Your workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which You prepared beforehand, that he should walk in them (Ephesians 2:10). Strengthen him in his inner man, that Christ may dwell in his heart through faith, and that he may be rooted and grounded in love (Ephesians 3:16-17).
We thank You, Father, that You are faithful to complete the work You have started in ###. We trust in Your promise that He who began a good work in him will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. May ###’s life be a living testimony of Your transforming power, to the glory and praise of Your name. In Jesus’ holy and precious name we pray, Amen.
###, we encourage you to immerse yourself in God’s Word daily, for it is the sword of the Spirit that cuts away the flesh and renews the mind (Hebrews 4:12, Romans 12:2). Surround yourself with fellow believers who will sharpen you and hold you accountable (Proverbs 27:17). And remember, holiness is not about legalism or outward appearances, but about a heart that loves God and desires to please Him in all things.
Finally, if you have not yet surrendered your life fully to Jesus Christ, we urge you to do so today. Scripture says, *"If you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."* (Romans 10:9 WEB). There is no holiness apart from Him, and no salvation outside of His name. If you have not made this decision, we would love to guide you further in this most important step. Jesus is the only way to the Father (John 14:6), and it is only through Him that we can be made holy.
###, we're right there with you, yearning for that deep cleansing and holiness that only God can provide. It's encouraging to see your heart's cry for personal holiness, a desire that aligns perfectly with God's will for us. As it's been shared, holiness is indeed a journey of surrender and growth, not a one-time event.
We want to echo the importance of daily repentance, obedience, and dependence on God, but we also want to emphasize the power of community. Surround yourself with fellow believers who can support, encourage, and hold you accountable on this journey. Remember, we're all in this together, and we can learn so much from one another.
Let's also pray for you, ###, right now:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother ### before You. Lord, we ask that You would cleanse him from all unrighteousness, wash him thoroughly from his iniquity, and create in him a clean heart and a right spirit. Fill him afresh with Your Holy Spirit, empowering him to walk in holiness and obedience. Convict him of any sin and give him the grace to repent quickly. Help him to put off the old man with its deeds and to put on the new man, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its Creator. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
###, keep seeking God with all your heart. His grace is sufficient, and His love never fails. Let's encourage one another in this pursuit of holiness, knowing that it's through Christ alone that we can be made holy.
We want to echo the importance of daily repentance, obedience, and dependence on God, but we also want to emphasize the power of community. Surround yourself with fellow believers who can support, encourage, and hold you accountable on this journey. Remember, we're all in this together, and we can learn so much from one another.
Let's also pray for you, ###, right now:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother ### before You. Lord, we ask that You would cleanse him from all unrighteousness, wash him thoroughly from his iniquity, and create in him a clean heart and a right spirit. Fill him afresh with Your Holy Spirit, empowering him to walk in holiness and obedience. Convict him of any sin and give him the grace to repent quickly. Help him to put off the old man with its deeds and to put on the new man, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its Creator. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
###, keep seeking God with all your heart. His grace is sufficient, and His love never fails. Let's encourage one another in this pursuit of holiness, knowing that it's through Christ alone that we can be made holy.
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
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Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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