Hello, Friend, I recently faced a situation that was wearing me down. It left me fatigued, frustrated, and feeling like a failure.

Weariness can drain our passion, strength, and determination, leaving us feeling depleted and unable to fight the good fight.

May I remind you, "Those who hope in God and wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint” Isaiah 40:31.

There is a way to get your second wind, run, and not be weary. In a sense, this 'second wind' refers to a renewed strength and energy from our faith and trust in God.

So, what's the secret to finding your second wind?

It lies in our waiting on God and his promises. It's in the hope we place in the Lord, knowing that he will renew our strength and guide our steps. This waiting is not passive but filled with anticipation, grounded in love and not accusation.

How do we do that? One of my favorite methods of healing and renewing is to be thankful for specific things, practice gratitude, and not accuse yourself or complain.

Let's break it down: Start your day with gratitude, praise God throughout the day, remind yourself of his greatness, expect his intervention, and avoid self-blame or complaints.

As you wait, God breathes new strength, energy, passion, vision, and vitality into your spirit. This is his promise to you, a promise that brings hope and reassurance.

Prayer for today:

Thank you, Lord, for your promise of strength and endurance as a reward when we wait on you.

Holy Spirit, please do not let me get stuck in a rut of negativity or fear.

Jesus, may you refresh us with joy. Grant us a gift found in the oil of hope. Revive us in your love, leading us into renewal.

Papa God, thank you for your promise that the good, loving King will renew our strength with a second wind as we await you.

May you put vigor in us again to enable us to rise with wings like an eagle.

May the wind of resistance that is pushing against us change direction.

May the gentle breeze of Jesus refresh us, recharge us, and recalibrate us to be in the jet stream of his favor, might, and power.

Please help us all shake off disappointments and embrace the robust strength of the Energized King of Kings. This strength, which is not dependent on our efforts or circumstances, is available to us through Christ, regardless of our past failures or current circumstances.

We ask for new hope to radiate in and through us.

We give you anything that has drained, disappointed, or discouraged us. We trade in our broken dreams, failures, and hurts.

Now, loving Jesus, you give us beauty for ashes. Thank you, Jesus, for this metaphor, used in Scripture, that symbolizes the transformation of our pain and suffering into something beautiful and meaningful through your love and grace.

We let go of the old. We release the disappointments. In their place, Papa God, we embrace the promise of new beginnings, for the slate has been wiped clean.

As we wait upon you, you give us new strength.

Today’s a new day.

Refresh and energize us.

Empower us in the spirit of his might.

Amen.

Hello, friend! I hope you all had a wonderful Fourth of July weekend!

Our global prayer community at Workplace Prayer has been keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, providing continuous support and care throughout the long weekend. It's uplifting to know that we receive daily prayer coverage from our intercessors all year round.

May grace and peace abound in your life.

This week, our prayer focuses on the beautiful promise found in Jeremiah 29:11-13. Let's pray together.

Lord Jesus, as we lean on your heart and seek your face for the upcoming week after the celebration of Independence Day, we come together to express our gratitude for the opportunities we have in our work environments. We recognize the importance of our roles and seek your guidance as we undertake our responsibilities.

Lord God, we draw inspiration from the profound assurances of Jeremiah 29:11-13, which remind us of your intentions for us—thoughts filled with peace and a hopeful future. May we find unwavering strength in this promise as we engage in our daily tasks, keeping in mind the vision and purpose you have for us. We ask that you open our hearts to approach our work with enthusiasm and hope, along with unwavering dedication and a spirit of excellence, knowing that every task we undertake is an offering unto you.

Papa God, in moments of challenge and pressure that may arise, may we always remember to check in with you for wisdom, favor, discernment, and support, trusting that you are attentive and ready to respond to our need for guidance. Let our efforts radiate your goodness and foster a positive and uplifting atmosphere within our teams and organizations.

Holy Spirit, help us as we enter into a week of favor and success. May we cultivate an environment of collaboration, where we uplift and encourage our colleagues through support, kindness, wisdom, and inspiration.

As we begin the second half of the year, we commit our work and endeavors to you. We seek not only personal success but also the overall betterment of our workplace and community. May your kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.

Bless us indeed, enlarge our territory, influence, and impact; may your presence be with us and keep us safe, healthy, whole, and at peace.

Amen.

Heavenly Father, as we stand at the threshold of a new month, we thank you for the fresh opportunity to embrace the second half of this year with renewed hope and purpose.

Your Word reminds us in Isaiah to forget the former things and to let go of our painful pasts.

Help us, Lord, to release any burdens weighing on our hearts, and infuse us with a spirit of hope, faith, and love.

We boldly proclaim over our lives today that any old life, the old ways, have passed away.

Lord, we celebrate the newness you bring; we treasure this transformation as we step into the fresh beginnings you have in store for us.

May we be attentive to the new growth in our spirits and lives, recognizing that we are indeed new creations in Christ. The past is behind us, and we choose to focus on the life and purpose you have laid before us, determined to make the most of it.

Lord, we invite your Kingdom to come and your will to be done in our lives.

We lift up the burdens of shame and condemnation, asking for your strength to break those chains. We confront the accuser and declare that by the blood of Jesus, the old narratives are erased. We rejoice in our new identity, empowered and confident in the grace you’ve bestowed upon us.

Just as You blessed Jabez, we ask that You bless us indeed in this new season. Enlarge our territories and let your hand guide us. Protect us from harm and fill this time with your grace, abundance, and favor, so that we may become a vivid testament to your goodness.

As we embark on this new month, we see it as a divine invitation to believe for more—more healing, clarity, courage, and breakthroughs.

Help us to recognize the miraculous moments that only you can orchestrate, empowering us to be more aware of your work in our lives.

May this month bring about a shift, aligning us with your perfect plans, as we pray, Jesus, grant us a spirit of wisdom and revelation so we may be more like you.

In the powerful name of Jesus, we pray, Amen.