Prayer meetings can be amazing times with fellow believers to lift up our prayer requests to God. Whether it’s a traditional Wednesday night prayer meeting, a small group gathering, or any other gathering of Christians to pray, it is such a privilege to pray with other believers.
If you think your group would benefit from the structure of having a theme and prayer points to pray through, then these prayer points for prayer meetings are for you! We’re featuring 12 prayer themes, one for each month of the year.
Some prayer themes are seasonal, but most prayer themes are not. This means that if you like a prayer theme listed in October, you can use it for January.
Each prayer point has Bible verses that fit with the prayer theme for the month. Some are intercessory prayer points, while others are more personal to the one praying for them.
Using prayer themes and prayer points for prayer meetings can be helpful for prayer time in group settings. Some may criticize it as not being open to the power of the Holy Spirit. Of course, we should always be seeking God’s agenda for everything we do!
But when only praying through personal prayer requests, we sometimes get our mind solely on our own agenda. Prayer themes can be helpful by reminding us to intercede for others’ specific needs with powerful prayer points.
Prayer points for prayer meetings can also be a way for group members who might be nervous to have something ready to pray for. The structure of a prayer theme can help when there is only a short time of prayer available.
Prayer themes are also a great way to incorporate God’s Word into prayer time. Ask for God’s guidance in prayer as you decide how you might use this prayer resource for your prayer group.
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We’ve also included monthly prayers for your prayer meetings if you need some inspiration for a short opening prayer for prayer meetings.
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Monthly Prayer Points for Prayer Meetings
Each month has a featured prayer topic with 5 prayer points based on a Bible verse. The themes for each month vary, and may include seasonal prayer requests.
If you’d like more than one theme for each month, you can purchase the “Printable Prayer Points for Prayer Meetings” .pdf in our shop here.
It’s good for printing or loading into a .pdf app like Goodnotes, and contains all 60 prayer sheets – the 12 in this post, plus 48 more.
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January Prayer Points
The featured theme for January is “Peace in the Midst of Anxiety.” The prayer points each have a Scripture to go along with it. The download is found at the end of this post.
Prayer for January
Dear Lord,
Gratitude fills our hearts as we embrace the beginning of a new year. The sense of a fresh start is uplifting, yet our deepest gratitude stems from the new mercies You bestow upon us every morning. Your faithfulness is truly great!
Guide us to place our trust wholeheartedly in You as we step into the uncharted territories of this New Year. We firmly believe that nothing will enter our lives that You cannot use for our ultimate good, for our love for You is steadfast.
May our faithfulness endure through seasons of abundance and trials alike.
Our love and devotion are Yours!
In the Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
February Prayer Points
The featured theme for February is “Compassion for Those in Need.” Each prayer point includes a Bible verse. You can find the download at the end of this post.
Prayer for February
Dear Father,
Gratitude fills our hearts for the gift of this new month! Each passing day, week, month, and year that You bestow upon us brings a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings.
Our earnest prayer is for Your glory to shine brightly through our lives as we walk in Your ordained paths for this month. Guide us always to turn to You, seeking Your will earnestly. May we be attuned to recognizing the blessings of February in the days ahead.
Grant us the ability to serve You wholeheartedly and to extend blessings to those around us throughout this month.
In the Name of Jesus, Amen.
March Prayer Points
The featured theme for March is “Gratitude for Christ,” which would be a great prayer theme for Easter. Each prayer point has a Bible verse to go along with it. It is included in the free download at the end of this post.
Prayer for March
Almighty God,
Gratitude overflows for the blessed month of March! Your support has carried us through winter, and as spring arrives, we face it with optimism, fortified by Your strength. Grant us good health during this spring season.
Guide us to be sources of encouragement to one another. Help us discover ways to support and uplift each other in the spirit of Christ. Let this be our most profound month yet, drawing nearer to You through fervent prayer.
May each passing day be an offering of glory to You, drawing us into a deeper communion with Your divine presence!
In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
April Prayer Points
The featured theme for April is “Guidance for the Church’s Ministry.” A Bible verse accompanies each prayer point. Find the link to the download at the end of this post.
Prayer for April
Dear Lord,
Gratefulness fills our hearts for this joyful month of April! Anticipation stirs within us for the victories and challenges ahead, knowing that we face them in Your presence.
Guide us to cultivate a spirit of thanksgiving and rejoicing in You throughout this month. May each day be an opportunity to honor and glorify You, drawing nearer to Your divine presence.
As we dedicate ourselves to serving You this month, shower us with Your blessings. Provide us with the strength and resources needed for our service unto You.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
May Prayer Points
The featured theme for May is “Guidance for New Believers.” Each prayer point includes a verse from Scripture. It is part of the download towards the end of this post.
Prayer for May
O God,
Gratitude fills our hearts as we embrace the fresh beginning of this new month! We approach Your throne of grace, seeking Your blessings upon the month of May.
May every good thing be recognized as a precious gift from You, our beloved God! Grant us the wisdom to seize the new opportunities You present and the dedication to serve You wholeheartedly.
Whether success abounds or challenges test us, may our lives be dedicated to bringing You glory, honor, and praise!
In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
June Prayer Points
The featured theme for June is “Trusting God.” Scripture is included with each prayer point. Please find the download link at the end of this post.
Prayer for June
Oh Lord,
Gratitude fills our hearts for this invigorating new month You’ve bestowed upon us! Our desire is to honor You and remain steadfast on the right path throughout this time. Grant us strength through Your Holy Spirit to walk in obedience.
Protect us from the powers of darkness seeking to bring harm. We ask for good health for ourselves, our friends, and our beloved family. Shower Your blessings upon our local church, igniting our hearts with fervor to serve You faithfully.
May doors to spiritual growth swing open wide, allowing us to experience a renewal and refreshing within You!
In the name of Jesus, we ask this,
Amen.
July Prayer Points
The featured theme for July is “Freedom in Christ.” Each prayer point has a verse of Scripture with it. Find the download link at the end of this post.
Prayer for July
Oh Lord,
Entering July, our hearts overflow with gratitude and anticipation. We eagerly await witnessing Your workings in this month.
Guide us to earnestly seek Your will in the passing days and weeks. Grant us the strength to walk faithfully in Your footsteps. May we live by the power of the Holy Spirit each day.
Bestow upon us the blessing of good health. May we cherish Your gift of this new day, and rejoice in every good gift from Your divine hand!
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
August Prayer Points
The featured theme for August is “Finding Hope.” Each prayer point includes a Bible verse. The download link can be found towards the end of the post.
Prayer for August
Oh Lord Jesus,
Gratefulness fills us for this fresh month, offering us opportunities to deepen our knowledge of You and to serve You more! We’re thrilled for what awaits—a new chapter unfolding in this month’s journey.
Grant us the gifts of good health, strength, and wisdom to navigate the blessings and challenges of this month. Guide us to be vessels of blessing to those around us.
May our lives resound with glory to You and be a testament to Your praise!
In the powerful name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
September Prayer Points
The featured theme of the prayer points for prayer meetings for September is “Courage in the Face of Trials.” Each prayer point includes a verse from the Bible. Find the download link later in this post.
Prayer for September
Heavenly Father,
We’re grateful for this month, a time of new beginnings. Every day, You grant us a fresh start, brimming with Your renewed mercies (Lamentations 3:22-23). May every moment be lived in the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit.
In this month, we seek to embrace the new paths You’ve prepared for us. Shower us with good health—for ourselves, our friends, and every member of our families.
Let gratitude fill our hearts for every blessing that flows from Your mighty hand, O God! May our days resound with praise and glorification of You.
In the powerful name of Jesus, Amen.
October Prayer Points
The featured theme of the prayer points for prayer meetings for October is “Finding Joy.” Each prayer point includes a supporting Bible verse. You can download this prayer sheet at the link at this end of this post.
Prayer for October
Dear Lord Jesus,
Our hearts overflow with reasons to praise You! We express our gratitude for this new month of October and eagerly anticipate what You have in store for us during these days. Our excitement lies in following Your divine will for this month.
We humbly ask for Your guidance and support throughout this period. Equip us to navigate the challenges that lie ahead in the present circumstances. May we continually seek Your wisdom and draw strength from Your unwavering presence.
As we participate in various activities throughout October, we lift them up to You. Safeguard us, Lord, and help us to obey Your commands. If there are paths we ought not to tread, illuminate our hearts and steer us away from temptation.
In the precious and holy name of Jesus, we earnestly ask these things,
Amen.
November Prayer Points
The featured theme of the prayer points for prayer meetings for November is “Thanksgiving for God’s Promises.” There is a scripture for each prayer point on the prayer sheet. The link to download this prayer sheet is at the end of this post.
Prayer for November
O Lord,
Gratitude fills our hearts for the arrival of November. The anticipation of upcoming holidays brings us immense joy, and we’re deeply thankful for the abundant blessings in our lives.
In the preparations for the days to come, guide us to seek Your glory above all else. May our reliance for provision and guidance rest solely upon You. Let every action of ours be an offering of blessing unto You each passing day.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
December Prayer Points
The featured theme of the prayer points for prayer meetings for December is “God’s Gift to Us at Christmas.” Each prayer point includes a Bible verse. Find the link below the December prayer.
Prayer for December
Dear God,
Gratefulness floods our hearts for this beautiful month! Your birth is the reason for the biggest holiday of the year, providing us countless chances to share hope with others in December.
Guide us to seize every opportunity available to spread the Good News of the Gospel to those around us.
Help us to lean on You for strength and love, especially during challenging situations that may arise this month. May our focus remain steadfast on You and the privilege of serving Your purpose! Bestow upon us the wisdom needed to navigate every event this month holds.
In the precious name of Jesus, Amen.
12 Free Printable Prayer Sheets
You can download the 12 prayer sheets in a free download here.
Remember, if you’d like more printable prayer sheets of prayer points for prayer meetings, you can check out our resource in our store.
It can be found in our shop here.
It’s good for printing or loading into a .pdf app like Goodnotes, and contains all 60 prayer sheets – the 12 in this post, plus 48 more.
If you find yourself short on time, or in charge of a prayer meeting at the last minute, these prayer sheets can be a great resource for you. You can try the free prayer points for prayer meetings in this post, and purchase the .pdf if you would like to have more prayer themes on hand.
Here’s a look at the table of contents of prayer points for prayer meetings to see all that you would receive with your purchase of the 60 prayer sheet guide.
- Guidance for Our Church’s Mission
- Hope for Those Facing Financial Struggles
- Strength and Guidance for Leaders
- Peace in the Midst of Anxiety
- Strengthening Marriages and Families
- Unity Among Believers
- Thanksgiving for Friendship
- Healing and Comfort for the Sick
- Wisdom in Decision-Making
- Compassion for Those in Need
- Comfort for the Grieving
- Protection Against Spiritual Warfare
- Strengthening of Faith
- Gratitude for the Gift of Salvation
- Gratitude for Christ/Easter Prayer
- Guidance for the Church’s Ministry
- Thankfulness for God’s Word
- Compassion for the Vulnerable
- Giving and Accepting Forgiveness
- Strength for Caregivers
- Prayer for Our Nation
- Guidance for New Believers
- Forgiveness and Reconciliation
- Renewal and Spiritual Awakening
- Guidance for Youth and Students
- Unity and Harmony in Our Community
- Loving the Unloved
- Wisdom for Parents
- Your Relationship with God
- Trusting God
- Freedom in Christ
- Protection for Our Families
- Thankfulness for God’s Love
- Happiness and Joy
- Storms in Life
- Finding Hope
- Guidance for Spiritual Growth
- Thankfulness for our Creator
- Peace in Troubled Times
- Confidence in Christ
- Blessing for Our Schools
- Comfort for the Elderly
- Watching Our Words
- A Humble Heart
- Courage in the Face of Trials
- Healing for Broken Relationships
- the Protection of Children
- Finding Joy
- Hope for the Weary
- Following God’s Will
- Thankfulness for God’s Provision
- Guidance for Government Leaders
- Gratitude for God’s Love and Grace
- Thanksgiving for God’s Promises
- Strength to Persevere
- Thanksgiving for the Gift of God’s Word
- Strength from the Lord
- Reviving and Renewing Our Hearts
- God’s Gift to Us at Christmas
- Setting Goals that Glorify God
Prayer meetings can be a special place to experience God’s presence with God’s people. They are a time to come together and worship God, to pray for one another, and to seek His guidance. When we pray together, we are strengthened by the power of the Holy Spirit and we are reminded that we are not alone.
Here are some prayer points for prayer meetings that can be helpful as you plan ahead for your next prayer gathering:
- Pray for God’s presence. Ask God to come and fill your prayer meeting with His love, peace, and joy.
- Pray for the leaders of your church. Ask God to give them wisdom and guidance as they lead your church.
- Pray for the members of your church. Ask God to bless them with His love, peace, and joy.
- Pray for those who are sick or hurting. Ask God to heal them and comfort them.
- Pray for those who are lost or struggling. Ask God to open their hearts to the truth of His love.
These are just a few prayer topics to get you started. When you pray, be led by the Holy Spirit and pray for whatever is on your heart. Prayer is a powerful tool that can be used to change lives and make a difference in the world.
I am praying this for those who will find this article and need encouragement as they get ready for leading prayer. Whether you are a pastor, one of the church leaders, a volunteer, or the person who has been selected to lead prayer this week, I pray God’s blessings and peace upon you as you prepare for this time of prayer.
May you experience the joy of praying together and the power of God’s Spirit working in your midst.
Dear God,
We are so thankful that we can come to You in corporate prayer, during the times of blessings, as well as the difficult times. Thank You for hearing our prayers!
As we prepare to lead prayer in a church service, prayer gatherings, small groups, or our own families, we pray that You would be the one to prepare our hearts. O Lord, strengthen our personal prayer life, and help us to serve by the power of the Holy Spirit.
May we fall more in love with the Word of God each day. May we be a good witness for You, whether inside or outside of the church building.
Prepare the hearts of those who will be in these prayer sessions, and help them to see the power of prayer as You change hearts and answer prayers. Bring them into a closer relationship with You!
In the name of Jesus we pray this, Amen.
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