Restoration is a powerful biblical theme where God takes what is broken, lost, or damaged and restores it to its original or even better condition. Whether you’re seeking restoration in relationships, health, finances, or spiritual life, praying for restoration aligns your heart with God’s desire to renew and redeem every aspect of your life. Here are prayer points with scriptures to help you pray effectively for restoration in different areas.
1. Praying for Spiritual Restoration
Sometimes we drift away from our relationship with God or feel spiritually dry. Pray for God to restore your spiritual passion, hunger, and connection with Him.
Scripture:
“Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” (Psalm 51:12)
Prayer:
“Lord, I ask for spiritual restoration. Restore the joy of my salvation and renew my passion for You. If there are areas where I have drifted or grown cold, draw me back into deep fellowship with You. Help me walk closely with You again, full of love, faith, and joy in Your presence.”
2. Praying for Restoration of Health
If you or a loved one is struggling with illness or physical weakness, pray for God’s healing power to restore health and strength.
Scripture:
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord.” (Jeremiah 30:17)
Prayer:
“Father, I pray for restoration of health in my body and the bodies of my loved ones. You are the God who heals, and I ask that You restore every area of my body that is weak or sick. Strengthen me physically, and let Your healing touch bring complete restoration to my health.”
3. Praying for Restoration of Relationships
Broken relationships, whether with family, friends, or loved ones, can be painful. Pray for God to heal wounds and restore peace and unity.
Scripture:
“I will give them singleness of heart and action, so that they will always fear me and that all will then go well for them and for their children after them.” (Jeremiah 32:39)
Prayer:
“Lord, I ask for restoration in my relationships. Heal any brokenness, misunderstandings, or hurt between me and my loved ones. Soften our hearts and bring forgiveness, love, and unity. Restore peace and harmony in my family, friendships, and all my relationships.”
4. Praying for Restoration of Finances
Financial setbacks can be overwhelming, but God is able to restore what has been lost. Pray for financial breakthrough, provision, and restoration of what has been depleted.
Scripture:
“I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten.” (Joel 2:25)
Prayer:
“Father, I bring my financial needs before You and ask for restoration. Where there has been loss, struggle, or lack, I ask that You restore what the enemy has stolen. Open doors for provision and give me wisdom to manage the resources You provide. Let my finances be restored and blessed according to Your will.”
5. Praying for Restoration of Hope and Joy
When life is challenging, we sometimes lose our sense of hope and joy. Pray for God to restore your joy and fill you with hope for the future.
Scripture:
“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” (Psalm 126:5)
Prayer:
“Lord, restore my hope and joy. In areas where I’ve experienced disappointment, sadness, or weariness, fill me again with the joy of the Lord. Renew my sense of hope and trust in Your promises, knowing that You are faithful to restore and bring joy even after seasons of sorrow.”
6. Praying for Restoration of Peace
In seasons of turmoil or conflict, peace can seem distant. Pray for God’s peace to be restored in your heart, mind, and life circumstances.
Scripture:
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27)
Prayer:
“Father, I ask for Your peace to be restored in my life. Where there has been anxiety, fear, or conflict, let Your peace reign. Calm my heart and mind, and help me to trust in Your control over every situation. Restore peace in my home, relationships, and every aspect of my life.”
7. Praying for Restoration of Faith
Sometimes our faith feels shaken by trials and challenges. Pray for God to restore your faith and trust in His goodness and power.
Scripture:
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” (Psalm 145:18)
Prayer:
“Lord, restore my faith where it has been weakened or shaken by difficulties. Help me to trust You more deeply and to believe in Your promises. Strengthen my faith and remind me that You are always near, ready to answer when I call on You.”
8. Praying for Restoration of Purpose and Vision
If you’ve lost sight of your purpose or feel uncertain about your future, pray for God to restore your sense of direction and vision for your life.
Scripture:
“For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
Prayer:
“Father, restore my sense of purpose and vision for the future. Where I have felt lost or uncertain, guide me back to the path You’ve laid out for me. Help me to trust Your plans for my life, knowing that You have a hope-filled future for me. Give me clarity and direction in my calling and purpose.”
9. Praying for Restoration After Loss
Loss can bring deep emotional pain, but God promises to restore and comfort us. Pray for restoration and healing after any loss you’ve experienced.
Scripture:
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3)
Prayer:
“Lord, I ask for Your healing and restoration after the loss I’ve experienced. Bind up my broken heart and bring comfort where there has been pain. Restore what has been lost, and help me to find hope and healing in You. Let Your grace carry me through this season of sorrow.”
10. Praying for Restoration of Marriages
Marriages can go through challenging seasons. Pray for God to restore love, unity, and communication in marriages, making them strong and fruitful again.
Scripture:
“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” (Ecclesiastes 4:12)
Prayer:
“Lord, I pray for restoration in my marriage (or the marriages of loved ones). Strengthen the bond between husband and wife, and bring healing where there has been hurt or division. Restore love, trust, and communication, and let You be at the center of our marriage as the third strand holding us together.”
11. Praying for Restoration of Lost Years
Sometimes it feels like years have been lost through struggles or mistakes. Pray for God to redeem the time and restore everything that seemed wasted.
Scripture:
“I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten.” (Joel 2:25)
Prayer:
“Father, I pray for restoration of the years that seem lost or wasted. You are a God who redeems and restores time. Where there have been setbacks, delays, or mistakes, I ask that You restore those lost years and bring forth fruitfulness in my life again. Help me to trust that nothing is wasted in Your hands.”
12. Praying for Restoration of Strength and Energy
If you’re feeling weary or exhausted, pray for God to restore your strength and give you the energy to move forward in His power.
Scripture:
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31)
Prayer:
“Lord, I ask for the restoration of my strength and energy. When I feel weary and drained, remind me to wait on You for renewed strength. Help me to walk and not faint, to run without growing weary, and to soar on wings like eagles. Restore my physical and spiritual energy so I can continue to serve You.”
How to Use These Prayer Points
- Personal Devotions: Use these prayer points during your quiet time with God, focusing on the specific areas where you need restoration.
- Group Prayers: Share these prayer points in small groups or church prayer meetings to pray for restoration in the lives of your community.
- Journaling: Write down the areas where you’re praying for restoration, and reflect on how God answers your prayers over time.
Final Thought:
God is a God of restoration, and no matter what you’ve lost, He is able to restore it in His perfect way and timing. These prayer points, rooted in Scripture, will help guide you as you pray for restoration in every area of your life, trusting God to renew, rebuild, and restore what has been broken or lost. Keep your faith in God’s ability to restore far beyond what you can imagine!