What Can I Pray For?

The Bible’s answer

You can pray for anything that is in harmony with God’s requirements as stated in the Bible. “No matter what it is that we ask according to [God’s] will, he hears us.” (1 John 5:14) Can you mention your personal concerns? Yes. The Bible says: “Before [God] pour out your heart.”—Psalm 62:8.

Examples of what to pray for

• Faith in God.—Luke 17:5.
• Holy spirit, or God’s active force, to help you do what is right.—Luke 11:13.
• Strength to deal with troubles and to resist temptation.—Philippians 4:13.
• Inner peace or calmness.—Philippians 4:6, 7.
• Wisdom to make good decisions.—James 1:5.
• Help with daily needs.—Matthew 6:11.
• Forgiveness of sins.—Matthew 6:12.