BASIC SCRIPTURES 10th APRIL 2025 PRAYERS AND DAILY DECLARATIONS
Basic Scriptures: Genesis 30:14-24 & Luke 8:43-48 (KJV)
These two passages highlight God’s faithfulness in answering prayers, fulfilling desires, and healing brokenness. They showcase the power of perseverance, trust in God, and the transformative touch of Jesus.
Genesis 30:14-24 (KJV)
14 And Reuben went in the days of wheat harvest, and found mandrakes in the field, and brought them unto his mother Leah. Then Rachel said to Leah, Give me, I pray thee, of thy son’s mandrakes.
15 And she said unto her, Is it a small matter that thou hast taken my husband? and wouldest thou take away my son’s mandrakes also? And Rachel said, Therefore he shall lie with thee to night for thy son’s mandrakes.
16 And Jacob came out of the field in the evening, and Leah went out to meet him, and said, Thou must come in unto me; for surely I have hired thee with my son’s mandrakes. And he lay with her that night.
17 And God hearkened unto Leah, and she conceived, and bare Jacob the fifth son.
18 And Leah said, God hath given me my hire, because I have given my maiden to my husband: and she called his name Issachar.
19 And Leah conceived again, and bare Jacob the sixth son.
20 And Leah said, God hath endued me with a good dowry; now will my husband dwell with me, because I have born him six sons: and she called his name Zebulun.
21 And afterwards she bare a daughter, and called her name Dinah.
22 And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb.
23 And she conceived, and bare a son; and said, God hath taken away my reproach:
24 And she called his name Joseph; and said, The Lord shall add to me another son.
- Key Themes:
- God’s faithfulness in answering prayers, especially regarding fertility and fulfillment of longings.
- Perseverance amidst struggles and competition between Leah and Rachel.
- Celebration of answered prayer and removal of shame (“God hath taken away my reproach”).
Luke 8:43-48 (KJV)
43 And a woman having an issue of blood twelve years, which had spent all her living upon physicians, neither could be healed of any,
44 Came behind him, and touched the border of his garment: and immediately her issue of blood stanched.
45 And Jesus said, Who touched me? When all denied, Peter and they that were with him said, Master, the multitude throng thee and press thee, and sayest thou, Who touched me?
46 And Jesus said, Somebody hath touched me: for I perceive that virtue is gone out of me.
47 And when the woman saw that she was not hid, she came trembling, and falling down before him, she declared unto him before all the people for what cause she had touched him, and how she was healed immediately.
48 And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.
- Key Themes:
- Persistent faith demonstrated by the woman who reached out to Jesus despite societal stigma and physical suffering.
- Healing power released through faith and boldness.
- Restoration of dignity and peace after years of affliction.
Daily Prayers Inspired by Genesis 30:14-24 & Luke 8:43-48
1. A Prayer for Fruitfulness and Fulfillment (Based on Genesis 30:22-24)
Heavenly Father, like You heard Rachel’s cry and opened her womb, I bring my deepest longings before You today. Whether it’s for children, purpose, dreams, or breakthroughs, I trust that You hear me and will act in Your perfect timing. Remove any sense of shame or disappointment, and remind me that You are able to turn my mourning into joy. Amen.
2. A Prayer for Healing and Wholeness (Based on Luke 8:43-48)
Lord Jesus, thank You for Your compassion and willingness to heal. Like the woman with the issue of blood, I reach out to You in faith, believing that Your power can restore every area of brokenness in my life—physical, emotional, relational, or spiritual. Touch me afresh, and grant me complete wholeness. Amen.
3. A Prayer for Perseverance Amid Struggles (Based on Genesis 30:14-21 & Luke 8:43)
Father, strengthen my resolve to keep trusting You, even when answers seem delayed or circumstances feel overwhelming. Help me persevere like Leah and Rachel in their season of waiting, and like the woman who endured twelve years of suffering. Remind me that persistence in prayer and faith pleases You and positions me for miracles. Amen.
4. A Prayer for Bold Faith (Based on Luke 8:44-47)
Holy Spirit, embolden my faith to step out and touch the hem of Jesus’ garment. Teach me to approach Him without fear, knowing He sees me, hears me, and responds to my needs. Let my faith move mountains and unlock His power in my life, bringing glory to His name. Amen.
5. A Prayer Against Shame and Stigma (Based on Genesis 30:23 & Luke 8:47)
Jesus, break chains of shame, rejection, and stigma that weigh heavily on my heart. Whether it’s due to past failures, societal judgment, or personal struggles, declare over me that I am free from reproach. Fill me with confidence in my identity as Your beloved child, redeemed and restored by Your grace. Amen.
6. A Prayer for Peace and Comfort (Based on Luke 8:48)
Lord, speak peace to my soul today. Quiet the storms of anxiety, doubt, and fear within me. Assure me of Your presence and remind me that I can walk in peace regardless of external circumstances. Let Your comforting words, “Daughter, be of good comfort,” resonate deeply in my spirit. Amen.
Daily Declarations for
Speak these declarations aloud throughout the day to anchor your heart in God’s promises:
- “God remembers my cries and answers my prayers according to His perfect timing.” (Genesis 30:22)
- “I refuse to live under shame or reproach; God has taken away my disgrace and crowned me with honor.” (Genesis 30:23)
- “By faith, I reach out to Jesus, knowing His power can heal and restore every area of my life.” (Luke 8:44)
- “I am fruitful in every area of my life—spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and materially.” (Genesis 30:22-24)
- “My faith moves mountains and releases God’s power to transform situations.” (Luke 8:48)
- “I am no longer defined by my past; I am a new creation in Christ, walking in freedom and wholeness.” (2 Corinthians 5:17)
- “God turns my trials into testimonies and uses my story to glorify His name.” (Psalm 116:1-2)
- “I boldly approach the throne of grace, confident that Jesus hears me and heals me.” (Hebrews 4:16)
- “Peace guards my heart and mind, and I walk confidently in the assurance of God’s love.” (Philippians 4:7)
- “Every promise of God is yes and amen; I stand firm in His faithfulness to fulfill His Word.” (2 Corinthians 1:20)
How to Use These Prayers and Declarations
- Start Your Day in Prayer: Begin the morning by praying through the six prayers listed above. Invite God to meet you in your specific needs—whether fruitfulness, healing, perseverance, or peace.
- Speak Declarations Boldly: Throughout the day, declare the affirmations aloud. Let them reinforce God’s truth in your heart and remind you of His promises.
- Reflect at Night: End your day reflecting on how God moved in response to your prayers. Journal any breakthroughs, insights, or blessings you experienced.
Closing Thought
The stories of Rachel, Leah, and the woman with the issue of blood teach us that God sees our struggles, hears our prayers, and responds with compassion and power. No matter how long you’ve waited or how hopeless things may seem, hold onto faith. Trust that God is working behind the scenes to bring about His purposes in your life.
“For we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37)
