Defining Prayers

When You Don't Know What to Ask For

Solomon's Prayer for Wisdom — Solomon is young, untested, and newly crowned king. Then comes a defining moment: God appears to him and says, "Ask me for whatever you want." It's a blank check. What would you ask for? Solomon could have asked for power, wealth, or success—but instead, he prays for wisdom. He remembers how faithful God has been, and he prays for a heart that can lead with understanding. This week, we look at how prayer begins not with asking for what we want, but recognizing who God is—and trusting Him for what we need.

1 Kings 3:6–9 → Read on YouVersion

When You Need God to Show Up

Elijah’s Prayer on Mount — Carmel It’s the ultimate showdown: one prophet of God versus 450 prophets of Baal. All of Israel is watching. And in this defining moment, Elijah doesn’t panic. He doesn’t posture. He prays. It’s a short, confident plea: “Answer me, Lord, so these people will know that You are God.” And God shows up fire from heaven, hearts turned back, glory revealed. What do you pray when the pressure is high? When you’re outnumbered? When you need more than a clever solution? —When you need God? This week is a reminder that bold prayers invite bold responses.

1 Kings 18:36–37 → Read on YouVersion

When You Can’t See a Way Forward

Elisha’s Prayer for Open Eyes - Elisha’s servant wakes up, looks outside, and sees the city surrounded by a fierce enemy army. Fear floods in. Panic takes over. But Elisha sees something else— and he prays not for rescue, but for vision. “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.” What if the help you need is already there, but you just can’t see it yet? What if your defining prayer is asking God to help someone else believe? This week, we’ll look at the power of perspective— and how prayer opens our eyes to God’s faithfulness and strength.

2 Kings 6:16–17 → Read on YouVersion