There are moments in our life when challenges and doubts make our faith feel shaky and uncertain, and that can feel really unsettling. In times like these, try to stay watchful and hold on to your trust in God, leaning on His strength when yours feels weak. Come, pray this with me.

Dear God,

Today, I come to you asking for spiritual alertness and vigilance, so that my faith doesn’t waver like it has in the past. The truth is, there are many difficulties I’m facing, both internally and externally, leading me to lose faith in you answering my prayers.

Help me to be on guard against doubt and discouragement, and to stand firm in my faith even when circumstances seem overwhelming. As I continue to move through these storms, please give me the courage and strength to overcome my moments of weakness. I choose to be strong in you rather than relying on my own limited power.

Thank you for the empowerment you will provide for me to live out these commands—to guard my heart, stand firm in belief, be courageous in trials, and find strength in you alone.

Amen.