Bob Perry Prayer

Hello Friend. Awakening of the Heart Advent Retreat. Our theme on day one is “Hope in the Waiting.” Our reward is renewed strength and patience. 

Let’s pray, Heavenly Father, as we step into this season of Advent, we come before you with open hearts, eager to embrace the sacred act of waiting upon you. 

Your Word reminds us in Isaiah 40:31 that those who hope in you will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles. 

Lord, we desire to experience this renewal in our spirits. Help us to find stillness in the chaos around us and to trust in your perfect timing. 

In moments of uncertainty, let us hold onto the hope that you instill within us. 

As we reflect on the theme “Awakening the Heart to Hope,” may our hearts be softened and aligned with your will. 

Grant us the grace to rise above our challenges with resilience and grace, knowing that you are our refuge, our fortress, our deliver, and our strength, in you do we trust. 

May we draw closer to you during this Advent season, feeling your presence and love surrounding us. 

Let your hope flood our hearts, dispelling any worries and fears.

Fill us with the refreshing renewal of your Spirit and guide our steps as we prepare for the joyful celebration of Christ’s coming. 

Amen.

Hello Friend, I hope this email finds you well. My heart is filled with faith, believing for a sudden increase in momentum in your life, your loved ones, and your work. 

Over the next 25 days, I’ll be sending out daily Advent prayers aimed at changing the spiritual atmosphere around you, creating a space for rest, revelation, and clarity regarding God’s call on your life. 

Please feel no pressure to read these emails; our inboxes are full of things to decide and learn, but we often lack prayers coming in our inbox. The act of prayers going out can saturate the atmosphere, inviting light revival rain into our lives and communities. 

I am pressing into God for your breakthrough, trusting that His supernatural power will transform your circumstances through signs, wonders, and miracles. 

Your journey matters to Him, and I genuinely believe that God has great things in store for you. 

In prayer and faith, 

Warm regards, 

Bob

—Today’s Prayer: Glorious Jesus, I come before you with a heart hungry for your presence. Ignite in us a passionate desire for you, aligning our spirits with yours. May the Holy Spirit stir within, drawing us closer to you. As we seek you, let our lives reflect your light, love, and grace. Help us grow in our display of your love. Fill us with divine revelation and wisdom, guiding us in every step we take. Amen.

Hello Friend, my most profound hope is that you will grow closer to God during this season. 

I invite you to join me in a meaningful spiritual practice that has greatly enriched my own faith—Advent prayers. This practice connects us with millions of believers around the world and throughout history, as we meditate on the arrival of Christ. 

Advent, meaning "arrival," is a time of reflection observed in the four weeks leading up to Christmas. It invites us to contemplate the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. 

Starting this Sunday, November 30, and continuing through Christmas, I will send you a prayer that aligns with these themes. Each prayer will be about 200 words, accompanied by a simple recording of about 1 minute and 50 seconds. 

Let’s prepare our hearts for Jesus’s arrival. This season is more than holiday preparations; it’s about spiritual renewal. 

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, as we embark on our spiritual journey, guide us in our prayers and reflections. 

Help us to find peace amid the chaos and to renew our hearts in your love. 

May we draw closer to you and ignite a longing for your presence in our lives. 

May we see an increase in signs, wonders, and miracles in our lives. Amen.

Looking forward to praying with you and growing in more love with Jesus! 

Warmly, 

Bob

Hello Friend. A few traditions around the Perry Thanksgiving Table to share with you today. Growing up, my family had Thanksgiving Dinner only with our immediate family—Sharon's complete opposite. Family, neighbors, and friends of those who were coming were the Sharon Homeyer family Thanksgiving dinner way, as long as you brought something to eat, it worked, or something to drink, it worked, so it was like a community dinner. 

Well, then, after being married for a few years, Sharon and I moved quite a distance away from both of our parents, and we were forced to start our own traditions. So here I go with sharing how I welcome people, pray, thank, and tell a few pieces of the Christian story behind the Thanksgiving history in America. 

A welcome before the food is served, I share something like this, either standing around the dining room table or the kitchen counter:

Friends and Family, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you all to the Thanksgiving table. It is heartwarming to see each of you here, united in a spirit of gratitude and camaraderie. 

As we gather to celebrate this cherished occasion, let us take a moment to reflect on the origins of Thanksgiving. 

The Pilgrims, having faced tremendous challenges during their voyage on the Mayflower over 400 years ago to Cape Cod, just outside of Boston, arrived in an unfamiliar land filled with uncertainty. 

Despite enduring significant hardships and limited rations—often just five kernels of corn per day—their resilience and faith saw them through. 

Ultimately, the next year, in 1621, they celebrated their first harvest alongside their Native friends, fostering a spirit of cooperation and gratitude that lasted among these devout believers for decades.

As we partake in this meal together, let us honor their legacy by expressing our own thankfulness. 

Now, I invite you to join me in prayer for the food and our celebration together: 

Gracious Heavenly Father, as we gather, we thank you for your love for us and the blessings you have given us. We express our sincere gratitude for the blessings in our lives. Thank you for the love of family and friends, and for the meal before us, a symbol of your goodness and provision. May this food nourish our bodies and strengthen our relationships. Let us remember those in need and strive to share your compassion in all we do. On this day of thanksgiving, may our hearts be filled with joy and kindness. And we all said, Amen.

Then we have a family tradition around what we call, the Five Kernels of Corn. Before the food is serve, we set on each plate a few pieces of corn.

I don't tell the whole story every year about the Five Kernels of Corn, but I do want our family to explain to their guests why we have the tradition of a few small pieces of corn on the table.

My story goes something like this: In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I invite you to contemplate the Five Kernels of Corn, a tradition rooted in the experiences of the early Pilgrims who faced many hardships, including year one in 1620, when they had to live on the ration of a few kernels of corn a day. 

The first kernel represents our gratitude for God's provisions, encouraging us to recognize and cherish the blessings in our lives. 

The second kernel symbolizes hope, reflecting the Pilgrims’ determination to overcome challenges while keeping their faith in divine support. 

The third kernel emphasizes the importance of community, highlighting the strength that comes from our unity. 

The fourth kernel is a tribute to faith, which uplifts us in difficult times. 

Finally, the fifth kernel embodies the idea of sharing, urging us to reach out and extend our blessings to others, in line with Jesus's teachings. 

Together, these kernels remind us to embrace a life filled with gratitude and generosity as we gather to celebrate this beloved tradition of freedom and liberty for all. 

Finally, one of our famous traditions that releases laughter, tears, healing, and, reconciliation is a time in which each person gives thanks. This is a beautiful tradition where each person at the table shares something they are thankful for from the past year. We usually do this after the meal, once everyone is comfortably full, and before dessert, we go around the table clockwise, starting with me to set an example for any guests. 

Some folks keep it brief, sharing their gratitude in under a minute, while others may take their time, sharing a heartfelt story that can last up to ten minutes. Regardless of how much time each person takes, it’s a meaningful moment for everyone to feel appreciated and connected through shared thanks.

Thanks for letting me share a few of our Thanksgiving traditions with you. I would love to hear about any of your holiday or birthday traditions. Please feel free to email, text, or send a voice recording of how you celebrate giving thanks.

I look forward to learning about what makes your holiday memorable.

May the Lord richly bless you with peace, wisdom, and joy this holiday season. I pray that your extended family will all come to Jesus, acknowledge God in their lives, and experience his love in new profound way. May your family be saved, healed, and delivered in a greater measure and in a greater way, for the glory of God. 

Praying His blessings be upon you! 

Grace and peace,

Bob

Hello Friend. A prayer that helps us to embrace rest and renewal this holiday season. 

Dear Father God, As we gather this day, we come before you with a heart full of gratitude for the gift found in rest. Lord, we acknowledge Your invitation to "come away and be with me," and we seek to embrace this promise in our lives, especially during this season filled with challenges. 

We take a moment to pause and reflect, just as you remind us in Psalm 46:10 to "be still and know that I am God." 

As business leaders, we often carry heavy burdens. The pressures of the upcoming holiday season, combined with the stress of everyday responsibilities, can weigh us down. 

We ask for Your strength to rise above the challenges we face, as you promise in Isaiah 40:31 that those who hope in You will renew their strength and soar like eagles. 

Help us, Lord, to refocus our minds on Matthew 6:33, seeking first Your kingdom and your righteousness, knowing that all other things will be added unto us. 

In the midst of seasonal changes, we also lift up those who are struggling with health challenges. We pray Your healing touch from Exodus 15:26, asking for restoration of both physical and mental well-being. 

May we find peace in trials, as James 1:2 teaches us to consider them pure joy, knowing they produce perseverance. 

Lord, as we embrace this season, help us wipe away fatigue and anxiety so that we can enter your rest. 

Let this season be one of renewal and restorative sleep, and a peaceful, calm mindset, guiding us to lead with clarity and purpose. May his grace and peace multiply in us to his glory. Amen.

Hello Friend. Happy Wednesday. Focus today is Embracing God’s Power: Pray Big in Tough Times. 

Let’s pray, Heavenly Father, we come before you today with bold hearts and open spirits, ready to lift our voices in audacious prayer. 

Lord, in the midst of circumstances that may seem to distance us from your presence, we declare that you are ever near. 

We believe that nothing is impossible for you, and today, we dare to ask for the extraordinary. 

God, we lift up our dreams to you—the dreams that ignite our spirits and reflect your glory. 

We pray for success in our endeavors, for breakthroughs in our lives, and for miracles in places we thought were impossible. 

We release our faith and take the limits off you, trusting that you are eager to show your favor in our lives. 

Just as Moses cried out for the parting of the Red Sea and Joshua asked for the sun to stand still, we too raise our prayers for the seemingly impossible. 

We know that you answered them, and today we ask for our own explosive blessings. 

As believers down through the ages have turned to you in desperation and were delivered, we know that you will meet us in our challenges, bringing mighty victories to our lives. 

Help us to align our prayers with your will, Lord. Remind us that these prayers are not just for our own gain, but for your glory. 

We focus not on the answers, but on you, the Answer-Giver—the source of all strength and hope. 

May our prayers reflect the boundless size of our God, and may our expectations soar high as we believe in your power to do more than we can ask or imagine. 

As we pray boldly, may we embrace the journey of transformation. Shape our character, strengthen our faith, and fill us with hope for what lies ahead. 

We thank you, Lord, for hearing our prayers and for the remarkable things you are about to do in our lives.  

Amen.

Dear Friend, as we approach Thanksgiving, I want to share with you a small book I wrote titled “A Table Prepared for Thanksgiving.” This book explores the traditions of the Perry family Thanksgiving table, which honor the Lord, express gratitude, and highlight the Lord's goodness. It gives wonderful secrets to see your meal be a tool for evangelism. I believe this book could enrich your Thanksgiving experience, and I invite you to order it on Amazon today. Once again, the title is “A Table Prepared for Thanksgiving.” May grace and peace be multiplied in your life. God bless you!

https://happybooks.me/thanksgiving

Hello Friend. Happy Monday. Our focus today: When the Odds Are Against You: Pray for the Impossible!

Heavenly Father, in this season of busyness and pressures all around us, we turn our hearts to you, recognizing that you are the ultimate source of strength and peace. 

Lord, as we navigate through our workload, we pause to breathe deeply and step into the realm of faith, just as Jesus did. 

We come before you with confidence, knowing that you are the God of miracles, signs, and wonders. 

Father, I ask for the refreshing breath of your Spirit to fill our lives. 

May you fill us with more of your presence and transform our anxious thoughts into hope. 

Help us to see beyond our circumstances and believe in the impossible. 

With every task on our to-do list, we invite your intervention. 

Show us the path to relief, and remind us that you are our refuge and deliverer. You are our provider and healer. You are our guide and open door. 

We pray boldly for breakthroughs in our business and work. Where there is no way, create pathways for us. 

Loose the chains of overwhelm and confusion, granting us clarity and purpose. 

Just as the sun stood still for Joshua, we call upon your power to pause the chaos around us and illuminate our path. 

Lord, empower us to step into this season with faith and expectation. 

May we not only seek your miraculous intervention but also align our actions with your will. 

Help us to trust in your timing, knowing that you are orchestrating our steps even when the odds appear against us. 

As we pray, we ask that you guard our hearts and minds with your peace.

Lift the burdens we carry and replace them with a spirit of confidence and boldness. 

We ask in Jesus' name that we will not be overwhelmed but will rise above challenges, knowing you are working all things together for our good. 

Thank You, Lord, for your unfailing love and faithfulness. We embrace the impossible, trusting that you will do great things in our lives. 

Amen.

Hello Friend. Our focus today is the Transformative Prayer: Embracing His Power for Healing and Hope.

Heavenly Father, we come before you in unity and faith around the beautiful name of Jesus. We together acknowledge his wonderful name, his majestic power, and the magnificence found in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. 

Jesus, we thank you that you have the ability to touch every sphere of our being—spirit, soul, and body. 

Heal us. Restore us. Revive us. 

Each day, we need your grace, mercy, and the power of your resurrection. 

Papa God, whatever we need in our lives—whether it’s healing, hope, or direction—we trust that you have the answer. 

We affirm our faith in you, for you possess the anointing to bring liberating change into our circumstances. 

Your heart in your Word reminds us that where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom! 

Father, we pray for those who feel lost or burdened. May they experience your transformative love, which breaks chains and restores joy. 

Help us to walk in confidence, knowing that with you, nothing is impossible. 

In areas where we feel weak, let your strength be magnified. 

Lord, we also lift up our friends, families, our communities, and our nation. Let your light shine in the darkest places and guide us back to your path.

Together, we declare that we are loved, secure, empowered, and filled with hope through your Spirit. 

As we journey through this life, may we continually be drawn closer to you. May we seek your wisdom and remain open to the changes you wish to bring forth. 

We trust that you are working all things together for our good. 

Thank you, Jesus, for loving us relentlessly and for equipping us to fulfill our God-given purpose. 

In your precious name, we pray. Amen.

Hello Friend. Your failure is not final. 

Have you ever felt like life has knocked you down so hard that you couldn’t possibly get back up? .

Perhaps you’ve wrestled with overwhelming doubts, shame, and accusation. Questioning if God could truly use you after your mistakes.

The truth is that God specializes in comebacks!

The beautiful reality is, our God thrives on transformation! 

Your setbacks do not define your story; instead, it’s a canvas for His incredible grace. 

Let’s pray. 

Heavenly Father, we come to you with hearts open wide to you. 

Lord, we acknowledge the times we’ve stumbled, feeling like life has pushed us down so hard that we couldn’t possibly rise again. Yet, we hold on to the truth of your endless love, your compassion and forgiveness, and your redemptive nature, that our failures are not final. 

You are the ultimate Restorer, ready to lift us and transform our setbacks into remarkable testimonies. 

Gracious God, we thank You for the strength found in kindness and goodness. 

Jesus, our King, may you encourage us that our story is being rewritten even now—each mistake, each moment of doubt, is just a part of the process leading us closer to you. 

We embrace this moment as a fresh start, ready to rise to new heights and fulfill the purpose you have set before us. 

Lord, instill in us the courage to stand firm, to refuse to give up, no matter how many mistakes we have made. 

You, as the Mighty God of Israel, may this be our moment for redemption and a grand comeback that displays your power and grace! 

May we trust in your promise that our trials are stepping stones to triumph. 

Together, we declare victory over our circumstances, believing that you are far from finished with us. May our story be a testimony of your goodness. Amen.

Hello Friend. Happy Wednesday. A Joyful Prayer for the Work of Our Hands.

We are filled with joy as we come together to seek God's blessings on the work of our hands! 

In every task we undertake, let’s remember that when we invite his favor, we open the door to abundant possibilities and divine success. 

As we focus our hearts on Jesus, we know that he promises to bless our efforts, bringing forth good fruit in our lives. 

May today you be inspired in hope and faith as we join together in prayer for his grace to envelop our labor. 

Let’s pray, Heavenly Father, we come to you today with hearts full of gratitude! 

Thank you, Jesus, for the work and service, you have placed in our hands and for the opportunities to serve and bring forth your heart to our world.

We pray that you bless our endeavors, Lord, with success and prosperity. 

Just as your Word promises in Deuteronomy 28:12, open the heavens and pour out your bounty over our works! Establish the labor of our hands, O God, making it fruitful and meaningful. 

May every effort we put forth align with your will and purpose, enriching not only our lives but also those around us. 

Give us the strength and perseverance to meet challenges with courage and faith. 

We ask Abba Father, that your favor may surround us like a shield, guiding our steps and lighting our path. 

Let us carry out our work joyfully, reflecting your love and grace in everything we do. 

We thank you for your unwavering provision, supernatural protection, divine guidance, and the abundant blessings to come! In Jesus name, Amen.