30 Prayers for God's Presence with Scriptures to Back

Experiencing God’s presence is a deep desire for many believers. These 30 prayers, paired with supporting scriptures, offer a pathway to connect with the divine.

They explore various facets of seeking God’s nearness, from acknowledging His holiness to asking for guidance and comfort.

Whether you’re looking for daily inspiration or seeking solace in challenging times, these prayers and verses can help cultivate a closer relationship with God and invite his presence into your life.

30 Prayers for God’s Presence

1. Acts 2:14

“But Peter, standing with the eleven, lifted up his voice and addressed them: ‘Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and give ear to my words.'”

Heavenly Father, I seek Your presence in every moment of my life. Let Your Holy Spirit guide me, as Peter spoke boldly with Your truth. Fill my heart with the courage and wisdom to share Your love with others.

Help me to stand firm in faith, trusting in Your promises, and to feel Your comforting presence in all circumstances.

2. Psalm 16:11

“You make known to me the path of life; in Your presence there is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”

Lord, I thank You for the joy and fulfillment that come from being in Your presence. Show me the path of life and lead me in Your ways.

May I experience the fullness of joy that only You can provide, and find delight in walking closely with You. Let Your presence be my constant source of strength and peace.

2. Isaiah 41:10

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Gracious God, I pray for Your reassuring presence in times of fear and uncertainty. Strengthen me and help me to remember that You are always with me.

Uphold me with Your righteous hand, and let me find comfort in Your unwavering support. Fill my heart with confidence, knowing that You are my protector and provider.

3. Joshua 1:9

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Lord, I seek Your presence and guidance as I face life’s challenges. Grant me the strength and courage to overcome my fears and to trust in Your constant companionship.

Help me to remember that You are always with me, providing wisdom and direction in every situation. Let Your presence be my source of courage and hope.

4. Psalm 139:7-10

“Where shall I go from Your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from Your presence? If I ascend to heaven, You are there! If I make my bed in Sheol, You are there! If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there Your hand shall lead me, and Your right hand shall hold me.”

Heavenly Father, I am in awe of Your omnipresence and the assurance that I can never be separated from You. No matter where I go, Your Spirit is with me, guiding and holding me.

I pray for a deeper awareness of Your presence in my life, and that I may always seek to be close to You. Let Your presence be my anchor and guide.

5. Matthew 28:20

“Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Lord Jesus, thank You for the promise of Your enduring presence. As I strive to follow Your teachings and live according to Your commandments, help me to feel Your presence with me always.

Strengthen my faith and guide me in sharing Your love and truth with others. May Your presence be a constant source of comfort and encouragement.

6. Hebrews 13:5

“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for He has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'”

Loving Father, I am grateful for Your unwavering presence and faithfulness. Teach me to be content with what I have and to trust in Your provision.

Remind me that You will never leave me nor forsake me, and help me to rely on Your presence in all aspects of my life. May Your presence bring peace and assurance to my heart.

7. Exodus 33:14

“And He said, ‘My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.'”

Lord, I long for the rest and peace that come from being in Your presence. As You promised to go with Moses, I pray for Your presence to accompany me in all my endeavors.

Grant me the rest and assurance that only You can provide, and help me to find solace in Your presence. Let Your presence be my refuge and strength.

8. John 14:27

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”

Gracious Lord, I thank You for the gift of Your peace. In a world filled with turmoil and uncertainty, I pray for Your calming presence to fill my heart.

Help me to trust in Your promise of peace and to let go of my fears and anxieties. May Your presence bring tranquility and reassurance to my soul.

9. 1 Chronicles 16:11

“Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually!”

Heavenly Father, I am committed to seeking Your presence every day of my life. Fill me with Your strength and guide me in all my ways.

Help me to remain steadfast in my pursuit of You and to find joy and fulfillment in Your presence. Let Your presence be my constant source of strength and inspiration.

10. Zephaniah 3:17

“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you by His love; He will exult over you with loud singing.”

Lord, I am grateful for Your presence in my life. As You are in our midst, I pray that I may feel Your saving power and the joy You have for me. Let Your love quiet my worries and bring peace to my heart.

May I always find comfort in knowing that You delight in me and are with me every step of the way.

11. Jeremiah 29:13

“You will seek Me and find Me, when you seek Me with all your heart.”

Heavenly Father, I am committed to seeking You with all my heart. Help me to diligently pursue Your presence in my life and to find joy in my relationship with You.

Guide me in my journey of faith and draw me closer to You each day. May Your presence be my source of strength and encouragement.

12. Psalm 91:1

“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.”

Lord, I pray for Your protection and presence in my life. As I dwell in Your shelter, may I find rest and security under Your shadow.

Help me to trust in Your unfailing love and to rely on Your strength. Let Your presence be my refuge and fortress.

13. John 15:4

“Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.”

Jesus, I desire to abide in You and experience the fullness of life that comes from being connected to You. Help me to remain in Your presence and to draw strength and nourishment from You.

May my life bear fruit as I stay close to You and seek Your guidance. Let Your presence be my source of life and vitality.

14. 2 Corinthians 3:17

“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”

Heavenly Father, I thank You for the freedom that comes from Your presence. Fill me with Your Spirit and help me to experience the liberation that only You can provide.

Guide me in my walk of faith and lead me in Your truth. Let Your presence bring freedom and joy to my life.

15. Psalm 34:18

“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”

Lord, I pray for Your comforting presence in times of pain and sorrow. Draw near to me when I am brokenhearted and save me when my spirit is crushed.

Help me to find solace in Your love and to trust in Your healing power. Let Your presence bring comfort and hope to my heart.

16. Romans 8:38-39

“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Gracious God, I am grateful for the assurance that nothing can separate me from Your love. Help me to feel Your presence in every aspect of my life and to trust in Your unfailing love.

Strengthen my faith and guide me in my walk with You. Let Your presence be a constant source of comfort and assurance.

17. 1 John 4:12

“No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and His love is perfected in us.”

Heavenly Father, I pray for Your presence to be evident in my life through the love I show to others. Help me to love as You have loved me and to reflect Your love in my actions.

May Your presence be with me as I seek to live a life of love and compassion. Let Your love be perfected in me.

18. Psalm 23:4

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”

Lord, I seek Your comforting presence in times of fear and uncertainty. As I walk through difficult situations, help me to remember that You are with me and that I have nothing to fear.

Let Your presence brings peace and comfort to my heart. Guide me with Your rod and staff and lead me in Your paths of righteousness.

19. James 4:8

“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

Heavenly Father, I desire to draw near to You and experience the fullness of Your presence. Help me to cleanse my hands and purify my heart, so that I may be closer to You.

Guide me in my walk of faith and strengthen my relationship with You. Let Your presence be my source of strength and inspiration.

20. Deuteronomy 31:6

“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”

Lord, I pray for strength and courage in the face of life’s challenges. Help me to remember that You are always with me, and that I have nothing to fear.

Let Your presence be my source of confidence and peace, and guide me in all that I do. May I feel Your unwavering support and love every step of the way.

21. Psalm 27:4

“One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in His temple.”

Heavenly Father, I long to dwell in Your presence and to seek Your beauty and wisdom. Help me to prioritize my relationship with You above all else and to find joy in worshiping You.

Let Your presence be my source of inspiration and guidance, and may I experience the fullness of Your love each day.

22. Isaiah 43:2

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”

Lord, I am grateful for Your promise to be with me in times of trial and difficulty. Help me to trust in Your protection and to feel Your presence guiding me through life’s challenges.

Let Your presence be my source of strength and resilience, and may I always find comfort in knowing that You are by my side.

23. Philippians 4:7

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Heavenly Father, I pray for Your peace to fill my heart and mind. Help me to trust in Your presence and to experience the calm that only You can provide.

Let Your peace guard my thoughts and emotions, and guide me in all that I do. May Your presence be my source of tranquility and assurance.

24. Colossians 1:27

“To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

Lord, I am grateful for the hope and glory that come from knowing Christ. Help me to feel Your presence within me and to share the riches of Your love with others.

Let Your presence be my source of hope and inspiration, and guide me in living a life that reflects Your glory.

25. Psalm 46:10

“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”

Heavenly Father, I seek Your presence and the peace that comes from being still in Your presence. Help me to quiet my mind and to focus on Your greatness and love.

Let Your presence be my source of calm and reassurance, and may I always find strength in knowing that You are God.

26. 2 Chronicles 7:14

“If My people who are called by My name humble themselves, and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

Lord, I pray for Your presence to be with Your people as we seek Your face and turn from our sins. Help us to humble ourselves and to pray for Your guidance and forgiveness.

Let Your presence bring healing and restoration to our land, and may we always strive to live according to Your will.

27. Revelation 3:20

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with Me.”

Jesus, I invite You into my heart and life. Help me to recognize Your presence and to respond to Your call.

Let Your presence bring joy and fellowship to my life, and guide me in growing closer to You each day. May I always be open to Your love and guidance.

28. Psalm 105:4

“Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His presence continually!”

Heavenly Father, I am committed to seeking Your presence and strength in all that I do. Help me to remain steadfast in my pursuit of You and to find joy in Your presence.

Let Your presence be my constant source of support and inspiration, and guide me in all my ways.

29. 1 Peter 5:7

“Casting all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you.”

Lord, I am grateful for Your care and concern for me. Help me to cast my anxieties on You and to trust in Your presence to bring peace and comfort to my heart. Let Your presence be my source of reassurance.

30. 2 Corinthians 3:17