Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily...

Your Daily Prayer

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

A Prayer to Help Us Celebrate Mothers

Fathers carry a unique and vital role in the home—and in society. In this reflective and affirming devotional, Christine F. Perry honors the legacy of her own father and shares timeless wisdom that fathers pass down through generations. With warmth and clarity, she reminds us that earthly fatherhood reflects the care, protection, and presence of our Heavenly Father.

Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Christine encourages dads to stay the course, even when parenting feels exhausting or underappreciated. The world may try to diminish the importance of men, but God elevates fatherhood as a sacred calling. This message is both a blessing and a call to strength, reminding fathers that they are needed, loved, and seen by God.

📝 Main Takeaways


Be reminded of the lasting influence fathers have through everyday wisdom and presence.


Learn how your voice as a father can echo truth and love for generations to come.


Discover why society—and the family unit—deeply needs faithful, godly fathers.


Find encouragement to keep showing up, even when the role feels heavy or thankless.

📖 Bible Verse Referenced


Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

🙌 Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily biblical encouragement for every season of life.


Leave a review to help others discover spiritual nourishment and hope.


Share this episode with a father figure who needs encouragement and blessing.


Explore more content for and about godly fathers at BibleStudyTools.com.

Related Articles:


10 Things Scripture Says about Being a Godly Father – Crosswalk.com


What Does the Bible Say about the Role of Fathers? – Christianity.com

Fathers carry a unique and vital role in the home&mdash;and in society. In this reflective and affirming devotional, Christine F. Perry honors the legacy of her own father and shares timeless wisdom that fathers pass down through generations. With warmth and clarity, she reminds us that&nbsp;earthly fatherhood reflects the care, protection, and presence of our Heavenly Father.
Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Christine encourages dads to stay the course, even when parenting feels exhausting or underappreciated. The world may try to diminish the importance of men, but God elevates fatherhood as a sacred calling. This message is both a blessing and a call to strength, reminding fathers that they are needed, loved, and seen by God.
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📝 Main Takeaways
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Be reminded of the lasting influence fathers have through everyday wisdom and presence.
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Learn how your voice as a father can echo truth and love for generations to come.
</li>
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Discover why society&mdash;and the family unit&mdash;deeply needs faithful, godly fathers.
</li>
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Find encouragement to keep showing up, even when the role feels heavy or thankless.
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</ul>
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📖 Bible Verse Referenced
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<a data-start="1569" data-end="1636">Galatians 6:9</a> &ndash; &ldquo;Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.&rdquo;
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</ul>
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🙌 Calls to Action
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<li data-start="1781" data-end="1880">
Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily biblical encouragement for every season of life.
</li>
<li data-start="1881" data-end="1959">
Leave a review to help others discover spiritual nourishment and hope.
</li>
<li data-start="1960" data-end="2045">
Share this episode with a father figure who needs encouragement and blessing.
</li>
<li data-start="2046" data-end="2160">
Explore more content for and about godly fathers at <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/" data-start="2104" data-end="2159">BibleStudyTools.com</a>.
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</ul>
Related Articles:
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/10-ways-god-is-the-perfect-father-in-case-yours-wasn-t.html">10 Things Scripture Says about Being a Godly Father &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
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<a href="https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-does-the-bible-say-about-fathers.html">What Does the Bible Say about the Role of Fathers? &ndash; Christianity.com</a>
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</ul>

A Prayer of Blessing and Strength for Fathers

Daily Meditation

Forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps to take, especially when it involves the deep wounds left by a father’s shortcomings. In this heartfelt devotional, Lynette Kittle explores how unforgiveness can become a barrier, not just in our relationships with our fathers, but in our walk with God.

Rooted in Ephesians 6:4 and the truth of God’s character, this reflection invites us to consider the healing that comes from releasing bitterness and embracing the love of our Heavenly Father. In forgiving our fathers, we don’t excuse their failures—we open our hands to receive the perfect love and guidance of our true Father in Heaven.

📝 Main Takeaways


Learn how holding onto bitterness towards your father can hinder your relationship with God.


Be reminded that forgiving your father doesn’t overlook their wrongs—it sets you free to fully receive God’s love.


Find hope in God’s promise to be the perfect Father you’ve longed for, even when your earthly father falls short.


Discover why letting go of past hurts is essential for walking hand-in-hand with the Lord.

📖 Bible Verses Referenced


Ephesians 6:4 – “Fathers, do not exasperate your children…”


Psalm 68:5 – “A father to the fatherless…”


Isaiah 41:13 – “I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand…”


1 John 4:19 – “We love because He first loved us.”


Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

🙌 Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in forgiveness and faith.


Share this episode with someone navigating father wounds and struggling with forgiveness.


Leave a review to help others find biblical encouragement and healing.


Explore more devotionals on forgiveness and healing at BibleStudyTools.com.

🔗 Resources & Mentions


How to Forgive Your Father – Crosswalk.com


The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Family Relationships – Christianity.com

Daily Meditation
Forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps to take, especially when it involves the deep wounds left by a father&rsquo;s shortcomings. In this heartfelt devotional, Lynette Kittle explores how unforgiveness can become a barrier, not just in our relationships with our fathers, but in our walk with God.
Rooted in Ephesians 6:4 and the truth of God&rsquo;s character, this reflection invites us to consider the healing that comes from releasing bitterness and embracing the love of our Heavenly Father. In forgiving our fathers, we don&rsquo;t excuse their failures&mdash;we open our hands to receive the perfect love and guidance of our true Father in Heaven.
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📝 Main Takeaways
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<li data-start="1057" data-end="1153">
Learn how holding onto bitterness towards your father can hinder your relationship with God.
</li>
<li data-start="1154" data-end="1272">
Be reminded that forgiving your father doesn&rsquo;t overlook their wrongs&mdash;it sets you free to fully receive God&rsquo;s love.
</li>
<li data-start="1273" data-end="1390">
Find hope in God&rsquo;s promise to be the perfect Father you&rsquo;ve longed for, even when your earthly father falls short.
</li>
<li data-start="1391" data-end="1483">
Discover why letting go of past hurts is essential for walking hand-in-hand with the Lord.
</li>
</ul>
<hr data-start="1485" data-end="1488">
📖 Bible Verses Referenced
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<li data-start="1525" data-end="1642">
<a data-start="1527" data-end="1594">Ephesians 6:4</a> &ndash; &ldquo;Fathers, do not exasperate your children&hellip;&rdquo;
</li>
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<a data-start="1645" data-end="1707">Psalm 68:5</a> &ndash; &ldquo;A father to the fatherless&hellip;&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="1742" data-end="1873">
<a data-start="1744" data-end="1809">Isaiah 41:13</a> &ndash; &ldquo;I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand&hellip;&rdquo;
</li>
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<a data-start="1876" data-end="1939">1 John 4:19</a> &ndash; &ldquo;We love because He first loved us.&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="1981" data-end="2097">
<a data-start="1983" data-end="2044">Romans 5:8</a> &ndash; &ldquo;While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.&rdquo;
</li>
</ul>
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🙌 Calls to Action
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<li data-start="2131" data-end="2221">
Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in forgiveness and faith.
</li>
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Share this episode with someone navigating father wounds and struggling with forgiveness.
</li>
<li data-start="2320" data-end="2398">
Leave a review to help others find biblical encouragement and healing.
</li>
<li data-start="2399" data-end="2516">
Explore more devotionals on forgiveness and healing at <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/" data-start="2460" data-end="2515">BibleStudyTools.com</a>.
</li>
</ul>
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🔗 Resources &amp; Mentions
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<li data-start="2749" data-end="2875">
<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/family/singles/how-to-forgive-your-parents-for-childhood-pain.html">How to Forgive Your Father &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
</li>
<li data-start="2876" data-end="3069">
<a href="https://www.christianity.com/wiki/prayer/prayer-for-family-pray-for-healing-and-protection-of-family.html">The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Family Relationships &ndash; Christianity.com</a>
</li>
</ul>

A Prayer to Forgive Our Fathers

Daily Meditation

In times of overwhelming needs—our own and those we carry for others—it’s easy to feel like prayer isn’t enough. In this heartfelt devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, interceding on our behalf when words fall short.

Rooted in Romans 8:27, Laura reminds us that prayer isn’t a last resort—it’s the first response. Even when we can’t articulate our needs, the Spirit who searches hearts and minds brings our burdens before the Father. This gentle meditation invites us to let go of striving and rest in the assurance that the Spirit prays perfectly for us, aligning our hearts with God’s will.

📝 Main Takeaways


Discover why prayer should be our first response—not a last resort.


Learn how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us when we’re too weary to find the words.


Find comfort in the assurance that God sees, hears, and answers our prayers according to His perfect will.


Be encouraged to trust the Spirit’s power to speak on your behalf, even when you feel at a loss.

📖 Bible Verses Referenced


Romans 8:27 – “The Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.”


Romans 8:23 – Creation and believers groan, waiting for redemption.


Romans 8:26 – “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes…”

🙌 Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in your walk with God.


Leave a review to help others find hope and strength through prayer.


Share this episode with someone feeling burdened by too many requests.


Explore more resources on the role of the Holy Spirit at BibleStudyTools.com.

Related Articles:


How the Holy Spirit Intercedes for Us – Crosswalk.com


What Does It Mean to Pray in the Spirit? – Christianity.com

Daily Meditation
In times of overwhelming needs&mdash;our own and those we carry for others&mdash;it&rsquo;s easy to feel like prayer isn&rsquo;t enough. In this heartfelt devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, interceding on our behalf when words fall short.
Rooted in Romans 8:27, Laura reminds us that prayer isn&rsquo;t a last resort&mdash;it&rsquo;s the first response. Even when we can&rsquo;t articulate our needs, the Spirit who searches hearts and minds brings our burdens before the Father. This gentle meditation invites us to let go of striving and rest in the assurance that the Spirit prays perfectly for us, aligning our hearts with God&rsquo;s will.
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📝 Main Takeaways
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<li data-start="1088" data-end="1159">
Discover why prayer should be our first response&mdash;not a last resort.
</li>
<li data-start="1160" data-end="1247">
Learn how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us when we&rsquo;re too weary to find the words.
</li>
<li data-start="1248" data-end="1358">
Find comfort in the assurance that God sees, hears, and answers our prayers according to His perfect will.
</li>
<li data-start="1359" data-end="1457">
Be encouraged to trust the Spirit&rsquo;s power to speak on your behalf, even when you feel at a loss.
</li>
</ul>
<hr data-start="1459" data-end="1462">
📖 Bible Verses Referenced
<ul data-start="1499" data-end="1916">
<li data-start="1499" data-end="1645">
<a data-start="1501" data-end="1564">Romans 8:27</a> &ndash; &ldquo;The Spirit intercedes for God&rsquo;s people in accordance with the will of God.&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="1646" data-end="1769">
<a data-start="1648" data-end="1711">Romans 8:23</a> &ndash; Creation and believers groan, waiting for redemption.
</li>
<li data-start="1770" data-end="1916">
<a data-start="1772" data-end="1835">Romans 8:26</a> &ndash; &ldquo;We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes&hellip;&rdquo;
</li>
</ul>
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🙌 Calls to Action
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<li data-start="1950" data-end="2037">
Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in your walk with God.
</li>
<li data-start="2038" data-end="2114">
Leave a review to help others find hope and strength through prayer.
</li>
<li data-start="2115" data-end="2193">
Share this episode with someone feeling burdened by too many requests.
</li>
<li data-start="2194" data-end="2313">
Explore more resources on the role of the Holy Spirit at <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/" data-start="2257" data-end="2312">BibleStudyTools.com</a>.
</li>
</ul>
Related Articles:
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/prayer/ways-the-holy-spirit-prays-for-you.html">How the Holy Spirit Intercedes for Us &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
</li>
<li data-start="2697" data-end="2849">
<a href="https://www.christianity.com/wiki/prayer/what-is-praying-in-the-spirit.html">What Does It Mean to Pray in the Spirit? &ndash; Christianity.com</a>
</li>
</ul>

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