As we enter December, the final month of the year, it’s a time for deep reflection, thanksgiving, and earnest prayers. December symbolizes completion, and as members of the body of Christ, we are reminded that God, who began a good work in us, will be faithful to complete it (Philippians 1:6).
Let these prayer points guide your heart as you seek the Lord fervently this season.
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1. Thanksgiving for God’s Faithfulness
- Scripture: “Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever!” (Psalm 107:1)
- Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your unwavering faithfulness throughout this year. Despite the challenges, You have been my strength and shield. Thank You for the victories, provision, protection, and even the lessons through trials. Lord, I lift my voice in gratitude, acknowledging that every good thing in my life has come from You. I praise You for sustaining me and my family from January to December. Amen.
2. Grace to Finish Strong
- Scripture: “Better is the end of a thing than its beginning.” (Ecclesiastes 7:8)
- Prayer:
Lord, I ask for the grace to finish this year strong. Renew my strength, O God, and give me the wisdom and perseverance to complete every task You have placed before me. Let this December not be a time of regret but a season of victory and fulfillment. Help me to align with Your plans and finish the year with joy and thanksgiving in my heart. Amen.
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3. Restoration of Lost Opportunities
- Scripture: “I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten.” (Joel 2:25)
- Prayer:
Father, You are the God of restoration. I cry out to You to restore every missed opportunity, every delay, and everything the enemy has stolen from me this year. Let this December be a month of divine restoration. Open new doors of favor, and grant me the speed to recover all that I have lost in Jesus’ name. Amen.
4. Divine Protection and Safety
- Scripture: “The Lord will keep you from all harm—He will watch over your life.” (Psalm 121:7)
- Prayer:
Lord, as this year draws to a close, I seek Your divine protection over my life and my loved ones. Shield us from harm, accidents, sickness, and any form of evil. Cover us with the blood of Jesus, and let no weapon formed against us prosper. We declare that we will see the end of this year in peace, health, and safety. Amen.
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5. Open Heavens and Divine Provision
- Scripture: “And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
- Prayer:
Jehovah Jireh, I come before You, trusting in Your unfailing provision. As I step into this last month, let the heavens be open over my life. Provide for every need, both spiritual and physical. Bless the work of my hands and grant me financial breakthroughs. May my cup overflow with Your abundance, and let me be a blessing to others in this season of giving. Amen.
6. Divine Direction for the New Year
- Scripture: “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)
- Prayer:
Lord, as the year ends, I seek Your guidance for the journey ahead. Direct my steps, O God, and align my plans with Your will. Give me clarity and wisdom as I prepare for the new year. Lead me into 2024 with a renewed sense of purpose and confidence in Your promises. Amen.
7. Family Unity and Blessings
- Scripture: “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” (Joshua 24:15)
- Prayer:
Father, I pray for my family in this month of December. Let there be unity, love, and peace in our home. Bless every member of my household, and draw us closer to You. Strengthen our bonds, and let our hearts be filled with gratitude as we celebrate this season together. May we enter the new year with renewed joy and purpose. Amen.
8. Healing and Health
- Scripture: “By His stripes we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5)
- Prayer:
Jehovah Rapha, I lift up my body, soul, and spirit to You this month. Let Your healing power flow through me and my loved ones. Heal every sickness, pain, and infirmity, and restore us to perfect health. We declare that sickness will not follow us into the new year. By Your stripes, we are healed, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
9. Victory Over Challenges
- Scripture: “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57)
- Prayer:
Lord, I thank You for the victory You have given me over every challenge this year. I commit December into Your hands and declare that no obstacle shall overcome me. Fight my battles, O Lord, and let me end this year in triumph. Every challenge before me will turn into a testimony of Your power. Amen.
10. Spiritual Growth and Intimacy with God
- Scripture: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)
- Prayer:
Father, I desire to grow closer to You in this final month of the year. Renew my hunger for Your Word, strengthen my prayer life, and fill me with Your Spirit. Let December be a month of deep intimacy with You, and prepare my heart for the great things You have planned for me in the new year. Amen.
Closing Thoughts
December is not just the last month of the year; it’s a season of hope, reflection, and thanksgiving. As you pray these prayer points, remember that our God is faithful to hear and answer. Stay rooted in His Word, and let your faith be unwavering as you walk into the new year with joy and anticipation of His promises.