Biblical Prayers for My Pastor

1. To have a hunger for God's Word (Psalm 119:18, 136) and to interpret and explain it accurately (2 Timothy 2:15).

2. To be faithful to teach "the whole counsel of God" (Acts 20:27; Titus 1:7-9; 1 Timothy 4:16).

3. To experience purity and health in body and spirit since "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak" (Matthew 26:41), with a special blessing on his marriage and whole family.

4. To be a bold and wise witness for the Lord Jesus (Matthew 10:16-33; Acts 4:29-31; Ephesians 6:18-20; Colossians 4:2-6).

5. To experience lifelong diligence, fervency in spirit (Romans 12:11), and lasting spiritual fruitfulness by the power of God (John 15:5, 16).

6. To serve as an agent of Christ in reforming His Church as He advances His Kingdom (Matthew 6:10, 1 Peter 4:17).

7. To maintain biblical priorities, disciplining himself for godliness (1 Timothy 4:7) and being devoted to the Word of God and prayer (Acts 6:4).

8. To be faithful in labor, leadership, and instruction in truth and love (1 Thessalonians 5:12; Ephesians 4:15).

9. To feel and demonstrate sincere affection for fellow believers (1 Peter 1:22).

10. To solemnly and willingly submit to God’s Word throughout his life (1 Timothy 6:13-14).

Helpful classic resource: A Plea to Pray for Pastors by Gardiner Spring.

A biblically inspired listing by Tim Challies: How to Pray Like a Pastor.

For more biblical prayers, click here.