10/06/2022
Prayer Needs of Ex-Prisoners
Pray for ex-prisoners and their relationship with God, that they would:
Spend time daily in prayer and Bible study
Experience the abiding power and presence of the Holy Spirit
Allow God to work in them and accomplish His purpose in their lives
Become regular in church attendance and seek fellowship with other Christians
Pray for ex-prisoners to grow in godly attributes, that they would:
Respect the authority of the courts, the police, and their local parole officer
Be able to control their temper and exhibit a spirit of forgiveness
Remain strong in their faith and become more Christ-like every day
Experience genuine remorse for the harm they have caused their family and community and seek to make amends, if possible
Pray for ex-prisoners’ relationships with their families, that they will:
Be committed to restoring damaged relationships with their spouse and children, if at all possible
Experience reconciliation in strained or broken relationships
Have patience and understanding with family members who are not ready to trust them again
Have discernment and wisdom to avoid relationships with family members who may still be involved in addictive behaviors or a criminal lifestyle
Pray for ex-prisoners and their relationships within the church, that they will:
Make godly friends to support and encourage them
Forgive church members who are afraid of them or prejudiced against them
Be willing to show themselves faithful in small things before expecting bigger things
Find a Christian mentor and establish a relationship of trust and accountability
Pray for ex-prisoners’ protection, that they would:
Recognize temptation and resist the tricks and snares of the evil one, Satan
Shun drugs and alcohol and seek to live a healthy, sober life
Be safe from gossip, stereotyping, false accusations, and harassment
Find safe housing during their transition back into society
Pray for ex-prisoners and their physical needs, that they would:
Be able to obtain appropriate medical care and medications they need
Be healthy and free from serious illness or disability
Have adequate food and clothing
Be able to access a wide variety of community resources so their daily needs are met
Pray for ex-prisoners and their financial needs, that they would:
Be given opportunity to enhance their educational and vocational skills
Be aware of their God-given talents and seek to use them wisely
Be able to find a job that pays enough to meet their financial needs
Become a productive and contributing member of society
In Jesus Name, Amen