Today BASIC SCRIPTURE Prayers and Declarations 11 September 2024
Basic Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11 (KJV)
Jonah 4:1-11 (KJV):
- But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was very angry.
- And he prayed unto the LORD, and said, I pray thee, O LORD, was not this my saying, when I was yet in my country? Therefore I fled before unto Tarshish: for I knew that thou art a gracious God, and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repentest thee of the evil.
- Therefore now, O LORD, take, I beseech thee, my life from me; for it is better for me to die than to live.
- Then said the LORD, Doest thou well to be angry?
- So Jonah went out of the city, and sat on the east side of the city, and there made him a booth, and sat under it in the shadow, till he might see what would become of the city.
- And the LORD God prepared a gourd, and made it to come up over Jonah, that it might be a shadow over his head, to deliver him from his grief. So Jonah was exceeding glad of the gourd.
- But God prepared a worm when the morning rose the next day, and it smote the gourd that it withered.
- And it came to pass, when the sun did arise, that God prepared a vehement east wind; and the sun beat upon the head of Jonah, that he fainted, and wished in himself to die, and said, It is better for me to die than to live.
- And God said to Jonah, Doest thou well to be angry for the gourd? And he said, I do well to be angry, even unto death.
- Then said the LORD, Thou hast had pity on the gourd, for the which thou hast not laboured, neither madest it grow; which came up in a night, and perished in a night:
- And should not I spare Nineveh, that great city, wherein are more than sixscore thousand persons that cannot discern between their right hand and their left hand; and also much cattle?
FINIHS READING: Our Daily Manna 11 September 2024
Prayers and Declarations Based on Jonah 4:1-11
Prayer Points:
- Prayer for Understanding and Acceptance of God’s Will
Heavenly Father, help me to understand and accept Your will, even when it does not align with my desires. Teach me to trust in Your plans and purposes, knowing that You are a gracious and merciful God. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Freedom from Anger and Bitterness
Lord, deliver me from anger and bitterness that may cloud my judgment and hinder my relationship with You. Grant me the grace to release any negative emotions and to embrace Your peace and understanding. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Gratitude and Contentment
Father, teach me to be grateful for the blessings You provide, no matter how small or temporary they may seem. Help me to recognize Your provision in my life and to be content in all circumstances. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Compassion and Mercy
Lord, fill my heart with compassion and mercy, just as You have shown mercy to the people of Nineveh. Help me to see others through Your eyes and to extend grace and forgiveness to those in need. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Patience and Trust in God’s Timing
Heavenly Father, grant me patience to wait on Your timing and trust in Your decisions, even when I do not understand them. Help me to remain faithful and hopeful, knowing that Your plans are always for my good. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Spiritual Growth and Maturity
Lord, I pray for spiritual growth and maturity, that I may learn from my mistakes and grow in wisdom and understanding. Help me to be open to Your teachings and to apply them in my daily life. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Divine Perspective and Insight
Father, give me divine perspective and insight to see beyond my own desires and to understand the bigger picture of Your kingdom. Help me to align my thoughts and actions with Your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen. - Prayer for Humility and Surrender
Lord, I surrender my pride and stubbornness to You. Help me to humble myself before You, acknowledging that Your ways are higher than mine and that Your wisdom is perfect. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Declarations:
- I declare that I will trust in God’s will, even when it does not align with my desires, knowing that His plans are perfect and just.
- I declare that I am free from anger and bitterness, embracing God’s peace and understanding in every situation.
- I declare that I am grateful for God’s provision and content in all circumstances, recognizing His blessings in my life.
- I declare that my heart is filled with compassion and mercy, extending grace and forgiveness to those around me.
- I declare that I have patience and trust in God’s timing, knowing that His plans are always for my good.
- I declare that I am committed to spiritual growth and maturity, learning from my experiences and applying God’s teachings in my life.
- I declare that I seek divine perspective and insight, aligning my thoughts and actions with God’s will.
- I declare that I walk in humility and surrender, acknowledging God’s wisdom and trusting in His guidance.
May these prayers and declarations help you reflect on the lessons of Jonah 4:1-11 and inspire you to live in accordance with God’s will and purpose.
