New Year is a time of celebration and reflection. As we reflect, we often make resolutions that center on improving ourselves for the next 12 months.
For Christians, however, it’s important to be mindful of our spiritual selves as well. While there are many ways to pray throughout the day (including praying before meals). There are also some specific prayers that can be prayed on New Year’s Day.
The Bible has a lot to say about prayer, and there are many verses that could be used as New Year’s prayer points.
Here are just a few:
“Come let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker” (Psalm 95:6).
This verse can be used as a call to prayer, inviting God into our New Year.
“The Lord is my light and my salvation- whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life- of whom shall I be afraid?” (Psalm 27:1).
This verse can remind us that God will light our paths in the New Year.
“The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; He knows those who take refuge in Him” (Nahum 1:7).
This verse can be used as a reminder that God is always present and ready to give us comfort and guidance.
“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24).
This verse can remind us to take part in New Year festivities while also offering thanks to God.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6).
This verse can be used as an encouragement to look to God for support throughout the year.
“The joy of the Lord is my strength” (Nehemiah 8:10).
This verse can remind us that we can find strength in God’s joy, even during difficult times.
You can also use Bible verses that are specific to your own needs and prayers. As you pray, be sure to thank God for all He has done in the past year, and ask Him to help you grow in faith and wisdom throughout the coming year.
No matter what verse or verses you choose to use as New Year’s prayer points, it’s important to remember that God is always listening and ready to help. So be sure to pray with a sincere heart, and let God guide you into the new year.
New Year Prayer Points
When it comes to new year prayer points, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. What matters most is that you pray from your heart, using verses that resonate with you.
Here are 30 prayer points for those who want to focus on their faith during this new year:
- Pray about what you can do to better serve God and others in the coming year
- Ask God for forgiveness if you have let him down or not lived up to his standards in any way this past year
- Thank God because he has been faithful even when we haven’t been faithful back
- Ask for guidance about the path you should take in the coming year
- Pray for strength to overcome temptation and follow God’s will throughout the year
- Ask for healing of any past hurts or wounds that still affect you today
- Pray for your family, friends, and anyone else who needs God’s love and support this year
- Pray for world peace and an end to all wars and violence
- Ask God to help you be more understanding, patient, and forgiving this year
- Pray for your enemies and for the people who have hurt you in the past
- Pray that this will be a year of healing and restoration in your life
- Pray for anyone you know who needs financial or other types of miracle this year
- Pray that God will give you opportunities throughout the year to share your faith with others
- Thank God because he has blessed you with health and strength and an abundance of everything good this past year
- Ask for protection from the evil one in the coming year.
- Pray that you will be a light for Christ in the world this year
- Pray that your relationship with God will deepen and grow stronger in the coming year
- Pray for revival in your church and community this year
- Ask God to help you stay strong in your faith when trials or persecution come your way
- Pray for the peace of Jerusalem during this new year of God’s favor
- Ask God to help you forgive yourself if you have failed or made mistakes in the past
- 22) Pray that God will bless those who are suffering around you with patience, comfort, and hope
- Pray for anyone who is struggling with addiction or might be considering suicide
- Ask God to help you start this new year off right by making better decisions and improving your life in some way
- Look back on this past year and pray that God will redeem it in some way
- Thank God because he has shown you his love and grace even when you haven’t deserved it
- Pray for strength to overcome any fears or doubts you might have about the coming year
- Ask God to help you become more like Jesus Christ in the coming year
- Pray for revival in your own heart and for a hunger for God’s Word this new year
- Thank God because he is always with you and loves you more than you could ever know
Christian prayers On New Year’s Day Sample
I would also like to share these Christian prayers that can be prayed any time of the year but especially during this season.
1) Prayer for New Beginnings
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for this new year. Thank you for giving us all another chance to serve you and to make a difference in this world. We ask that you would help us to make the most of this year, and to use our time wisely. Lord, we want to honor you in all that we do, and look to you for our direction. Please forgive us when we have done wrong things in our lives, or when we’ve wasted time.
We ask for your comfort and guidance during these times, Lord. Help us to go forward in your will and to make a difference today – one step at a time! In Jesus’ Name, we pray, Amen!
2) Prayer for Strength on new year day
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank you for this new year. Thank you for another chance to make a difference in this world, and to grow closer to you. Lord, we ask that you would strengthen us during these times when things are hard and difficult. Give us the strength to face trials with faith and perseverance. We want you to be our one true hope during this year, and we ask that you would help us to cling to you during challenging times.
Please give us the desires of our hearts, Lord, and help us to be content with what you have for us. We thank you for your love and your grace, and we pray that you would bless us during this new year. In Jesus’ Name, we pray, Amen!
3) A Prayer for Guidance during the New Year
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we enter into this new year, we come to you seeking guidance. We want to know your will for our lives, and we ask that you would direct us each step of the way. Lord, we know that you are a loving God, and we thank you for your guidance during the past year. We ask that you would continue to lead us, protect us, and provide for us during this new year.
We commit our lives to you, and we ask for your guidance in all that we do. Please give us wisdom, discernment, and understanding during these coming days. Please keep us safe in your care.
We pray that you would provide all of our needs throughout this year, Lord. We ask that you would fill us with your Holy Spirit so that we might be bold witnesses for you in this world. Bless each one of our family members; help us to love them and to serve them well.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray, Amen!
4) A Prayer for Forgiveness on New Year’s Day
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you today asking for forgiveness. We have sinned against you, and we are sorry. We ask that you would forgive us. Forgive our faults, forgive our transgressions, and forgive our sins. You are a forgiving God who wants us to come to you with all of our hearts.
We ask for your forgiveness today, Lord, because we know that it is by your grace that we are saved. Thank you for your forgiveness, and we pray that you would help us to forgive others. Help us to be forgiving people who have been cleansed by your precious blood.
We thank you for the gift of salvation, and we pray this in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
5) A Prayer for our goal this year
Dear Heavenly Father,
As we enter into this new year, we come before you with a desire to do your will. We want to be obedient to you, and we ask that you would help us to accomplish the goals that you have for us. Lord, we know that it is your will for us to prosper and be in good health.
We ask that you would help us to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit this year. Although we know that it is not always in our control when things happen or when they don’t, we feel confident asking for your guidance and protection during these times. We want you to work everything out for your perfect will in our lives.
Please help us to be diligent in working towards our goals, and help us to be patient as we wait for your timing. We know that you are a God who is faithful and good, and we thank you for your guidance during this new year. In Jesus’ Name, we pray, Amen!
6) A Prayer of protection from Coronavirus
Dear Heavenly Father,
We pray for those who are suffering from the Coronavirus. We ask that you would protect us from this plague, and we pray for healing for those who are suffering. Give our doctors wisdom as they treat the sick, and please comfort those who are grieving.
Lord, we know that you are a God of healing and that you are able to do miracles. We ask that you would heal those who are afflicted by this virus, and please give us all peace during this time.
We thank you for your protection, and we pray this in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
7) A Prayer for the New Year
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you today to give thanks and praise. We give you all the glory and honor for what we have been blessed with this past year. Thank you for another wonderful year, Lord, and we pray that you would continue to bless us with another great year.
We pray that you would bless our homes and families with peace, prosperity, and purpose. We pray that you would guide us in making the right decisions for our lives. Help us to reflect on how we can improve ourselves this new year.
Thank you for every blessing you have given to us, and we pray that you would continue to guide and protect us throughout this coming year. In Jesus’ Name, we pray, Amen!
The new year is a time for reflection and for setting goals. It’s also a time for prayer, for asking God to guide us and to bless us during the coming year.
You are free to use any of the above prayers as your new year’s prayer. You can edit or modify the prayers as you’d like, or simply use them as they are. We wish you a happy and prosperous new year!
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Pray For The New Year And Seek God’s Plan?
First, sit down and spend some time in quiet reflection. Ask God to show you what he would like you to focus on this coming year.
Then, pray the New Year’s prayer of your choice, asking for guidance and blessing in the year ahead.
Finally, commit yourself to follow God’s plan for your life this year, and be patient as you wait for him to show you what he would like you to do. God loves and cares about every one of his children, and he wants us to come to him with our requests. He will certainly guide and bless us during the new year if we ask him for help.
What should I Pray For During The New Year?
There is no one “right” prayer to pray for the New Year. However, some good things to pray for include guidance, blessing, protection, and prosperity. You can also pray for specific goals or resolutions you would like to achieve during the year. Finally, be sure to pray for your family and loved ones, and for peace and comfort during difficult times.
What Is A Good New Year Prayer?
There are many different prayers you can use for the New Year. The new year is a time for reflection and new beginnings, so some good prayer topics include asking God to guide you in the year ahead, thanking him for blessing you during last year, or praying for protection from danger or illness.
It’s also a good idea to pray for your family and loved ones, as well as for specific goals or resolutions you would like to achieve during the year.
Be sure to be patient and wait for God to show you what he would like you to do this year.
He loves and cares about each of his children and will certainly guide and bless us during the new year if we ask him for help.
