Why ask for prayer?
The Bible invites us to bring our burdens to God and also to share them with other believers. James writes: “pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16). Paul constantly asked the churches to pray for him, and he himself prayed for them without ceasing. Asking for prayer is not a sign of spiritual weakness, but of humility and trust in the body of Christ. When others pray for us, we are not alone in the struggle.
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7
How this page works
You can write your request in the form. If you tick the option to publish it, it will appear on the prayer wall so that other visitors can pray with you; if you don’t, it will be private and seen only by the site team, who will pray for it. You do not have to give your name or email: you can sign with just your first name, an initial or anonymously. We recommend not including details that could identify other people. Your data is handled according to our Privacy policy.
What you can ask for
You can ask for prayer for any need: health, family, work, studies, finances, a journey, an important decision, the conversion of a loved one, the healing of a relationship, grief for someone who has died, your country or a situation in the world. You can also share a reason to give thanks. God cares about everything that concerns you, great or small.
How we pray for requests
We pray in faith, trusting that God hears and answers according to his will and his love. We do not promise specific outcomes, because the answer belongs to God, who sometimes says “yes”, sometimes “wait” and sometimes answers in a way different from what we expected, but always for the good of those who love him (Romans 8:28). We pray as Jesus taught us: “Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.”
If you are in danger
Prayer is powerful, but it does not replace immediate help when there is a risk to life or health. If you or someone close to you is in danger, seek help at once: in Colombia call the emergency line 123; in other countries, call your local emergency number. Also talk to a relative, a pastor or a health professional. God also works through doctors, psychologists and people who care for us.
How to pray for others
Pray with faith and love: picture the person before God and present them with their needs. Use the Scriptures: pray with biblical promises, such as Psalm 91 or Philippians 4:19. Be persistent: Jesus taught that we ought always to pray and not to faint (Luke 18:1). Pray in community: “if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father” (Matthew 18:19). Keep confidences: other people’s requests are sacred. Back prayer with action: sometimes the answer to a prayer is that we ourselves help.
Bible prayers for others
The Bible contains beautiful prayers of intercession that we can make our own. Moses interceded for his people (Exodus 32:11-14). Paul prayed that the Ephesians might comprehend “what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height” of Christ’s love (Ephesians 3:14-19), and that the Philippians would grow in love, knowledge and discernment (Philippians 1:9-11). Jesus prayed for his disciples and for all who would believe through them (John 17). And the priestly blessing, “The Lord bless thee, and keep thee…” (Numbers 6:24-26), can be spoken over anyone.
“Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms. Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
James 5:13-16
Answered prayer
Many people who have sent requests have seen God’s hand: healings, reconciliations, jobs, conversions, and also a deep peace in the midst of trials that did not change. If God has answered your prayer, we encourage you to share your testimony to strengthen others’ faith. Giving thanks publicly is a way of glorifying God.
Resources for your prayer life
We recommend our articles Advice on prayer, Prayers for every moment of our lives, Praying when health fails and Let us come boldly to the throne of grace, as well as the 150 Psalms, the Bible’s own prayer book.
Frequently asked questions
Is there any cost? No. Praying for you is a privilege, never a business. Will I get a reply? If you leave your email we may write you a word of encouragement, although it will not always be possible to reply to every request personally. Can I ask for prayer for someone else? Yes; we suggest not writing their full name or intimate details without their permission. Who sees public requests? Any visitor to the site; that is why we recommend not including sensitive personal information. Can I remove my request? Write to us through Contact and we will take it down.
A prayer for you
Father, we bring before you the person reading these words. You know their name, their story and what they carry in their heart. Give them your peace, which passes all understanding. If they are ill, touch them with your healing hand; if they are sad, comfort them; if they are confused, guide them; if they are alone, let them feel your presence and send people to walk with them. May they know the love of Jesus Christ, who will never leave them nor forsake them. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
The forms of prayer
The Bible shows that prayer takes many forms. Adoration: acknowledging who God is, his holiness, power and love, as in Psalm 145. Confession: acknowledging our sins and receiving his forgiveness, like David in Psalm 51. Thanksgiving: thanking him for concrete blessings; Paul urges: “In every thing give thanks” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Petition: presenting our needs with the confidence of children. Intercession: praying for others, as Abraham did for Sodom or Jesus for his disciples. Lament: pouring out pain and questions before God, like Job or Jeremiah. Silence and listening: being in his presence without words, like Elijah before the still small voice. A balanced prayer life includes all of these.
Prayer wall guidelines
So that the prayer wall is a safe and uplifting place, we ask all visitors to write respectfully; not to publish their own or others’ personal data, such as addresses, phone numbers or documents; not to use the wall for advertising, politics or controversy; and to genuinely pray for the requests they read. The site team may remove any message that does not respect these guidelines. Let us remember that behind every request is a person who is suffering and trusting that others will pray for them.
When it seems God does not answer
We have all had moments when prayer seems to hit the ceiling. The Bible does not hide that experience: the psalmist asked, “How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord? for ever?” (Psalm 13:1), and Paul asked three times to be freed from his thorn and received another answer: “My grace is sufficient for thee” (2 Corinthians 12:9). God’s silence is not absence. Sometimes he is forming patience in us, sometimes preparing something better, and sometimes walking with us in pain without yet removing it. Keep praying, keep trusting and keep seeking the support of your community. Read also Paul’s thorn.
Remember that Jesus himself intercedes for you before the Father (Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25). You never pray alone.
If you don’t know where to start today, simply say: “Lord, here I am; help me.” God knows your heart.