Prayers of the Book of 1 Peter
First Peter encourages believers to live with holy hope, humble trust, loving witness, and steadfast faith during suffering.
For Living Hope
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3–9 (ESV)
Prayer: “Father, thank You for new birth into a living hope through Jesus’ resurrection. Guard my faith through every trial.”
For Holiness
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13–21 (ESV)
Prayer: “Holy God, set my hope fully on Your grace and shape every part of my conduct to reflect You.”
For a Faithful Witness
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9–12; 3:15–16 (ESV)
Prayer: “Lord, help me proclaim Your excellencies and explain my hope with gentleness, respect, and a clear conscience.”
To Entrust Suffering to God
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21–25; 4:12–19 (ESV)
Prayer: “Jesus, help me follow Your steps in suffering and entrust myself to the faithful Creator while doing good.”
For Humility and Steadfastness
Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5–11 (ESV)
Prayer: “God of all grace, help me humble myself, cast my anxieties on You, resist the devil, and stand firm in faith.”