Prayer to Start Your Day Right—After Every Dream and Waking Up

Prayer to Start Your Day Right—After Every Dream and Waking Up

Welcome to today’s blog! We’re diving into the transformative power of prayer after every sleep and sharing a simple morning prayer to start your day. As we go, we’ll also uncover the deeper meaning of dreams and how they connect to our spiritual journey. Let’s jump in, and don’t miss the powerful sample prayer at the end that you can use after every dream!

    Everyone dreams, and scientists say we experience about 4 to 6 dreams each night, though we forget about 50% of what we dream when we wake up. Interestingly, Scripture also highlights the significance of dreams. In Acts 2:17, it says that in the last days, God will pour out His Spirit on all people—some will prophesy, some will see visions, and others will dream.

    Dreams are one of the main ways God communicates with us, alongside His Word (Scripture). While some people experience visions, and trances, or hear God audibly, many of these moments often start with dreams. Several scriptures highlight how God speaks to us through dreams, such as Joel 2:28, Acts 2:17, Job 33:8, Daniel 2:19, 1 Kings 3:5, 1 Samuel 28:6, Genesis 20:3, Genesis 15:1, Genesis 46:2, Matthew 2:13, Genesis 37:5-10, Genesis 41:1-7, Matthew 2:12, Matthew 2:13, Acts 18:9, and many others. God gave everyone the ability to dream—whether we're believers or not—as a way to connect with us.

    So, what do we do if we forget half of our dreams—or worse, don’t remember them at all? And if we don’t understand our dreams, how do we interpret them? First, let’s break down the basics of how dreams work and how everything connects. As we go, we’ll answer these questions and more.

    In the spiritual realm, covenants are often made with us through our dreams to bring certain agendas into our physical world. Since the spiritual realm is the source of everything that happens in our reality, events occur there first before manifesting here. A good example is Ahab’s story, where it was decided in the spiritual realm that he would die before it unfolded in the physical world (1 Kings 22:19-28). What you see in your dreams is your true self—your spirit—just like in Solomon’s experience (1 Kings 3:5-28) or Joseph’s dreams (Genesis 40).

    Life is spiritual, meaning everything that happens in our lives begins in the spirit realm before it shows up in the physical world. The Bible tells us, 'While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.' This shows us that things aren’t always what they seem on the surface. Another scripture says, 'For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places' (Ephesians 6:12). This reminds us that there’s an unseen force at work, influencing what happens behind the scenes.

    Before God takes action in our physical world, He always reveals His plans to His prophets, as seen in scriptures like Numbers 12:6, Genesis 41:1-7, Job 4:12-21, Daniel 2:1-49, and Matthew 2:13. This principle also applies in the spiritual realm. For any spirit to carry out its agenda in someone's life, it must first present its plan to secure that person's agreement, which we refer to as a covenant. This often occurs through dreams. This principle is rooted in the spiritual realm, as God has given us dominion over the earth; therefore, spirits cannot operate in our world without our consent. Consequently, no event—whether good or bad—happens in our lives without our agreement. There is always a root cause, as Scripture affirms: 'So a curse without cause shall not alight' (Proverbs 26:2b).

    Our dreams can act like an intelligence report, giving us a glimpse of what’s planned in the spiritual realm before it manifests in our physical world. This gives us the opportunity to accept or decline what we see. If we choose to decline it, we can reject or cancel it through prayer. On the other hand, if we agree with it, we can affirm it in our prayers. But if we simply disregard the dream, we accept the plan by default. Unfortunately, many Christians are unaware of the significance of their dreams, leading them to face adversities that could have been avoided. As scripture reminds us, 'My people perish for lack of knowledge' (Hosea 4:6).

    There are two types of dreamers: those who have dreams that directly show events unfolding in real life, and those who dream in parables or symbols that require interpretation. For instance, dreaming about missing an exit and arriving late, or rushing to the airport only to miss your flight, symbolizes delay. This pattern in your dreams may indicate a covenant with the spirit of delay, which you need to renounce or break before it affects your life. If you experience the same type of dream three times or more, or if a dream continues from where it left off, it's a serious warning and a danger alert, prompting you to take action.

    Most people dream in symbols, while a few actually see their dreams play out in real life. Some even experience a mix of both. When the enemy reveals plans through dreams, they often come in symbolic forms and require interpretation with the help of the Holy Spirit. For example, dreaming about being in your childhood home, returning to a former job, or engaging in activities you used to do can symbolize setbacks or a sense of moving backward.

    When the devil reveals his plans to someone, he doesn't show up with horns, a tail, and a pitchfork, saying, 'Hey! I'm the devil, and I'm here to ruin your life. Make a pact with me.' That’s not how it works. Instead, he approaches seductively or confusingly, hoping you won't recognize the significance of your dreams, all in an effort to secure a covenant to manifest his agenda.

    Therefore, it’s essential to pay attention to your dreams. They offer valuable insight into the spiritual realm and the spirits we’re connected to through covenants, revealing plans from that realm. Keep in mind that the spiritual world is the foundation of our reality.

    Now that we understand the foundation of dreams and their purpose, how do we interpret them? We turn to Scripture. Every interpretation should be grounded in the Bible, which is why it's important to be familiar with it. Many people are tempted to Google their dreams, but that’s a bad idea. Most of those dream interpretation sites are rooted in New Age beliefs, psychic readings, mediums, or even witchcraft, which can distort the insights we receive in our dreams. By relying on those sources, we may unintentionally form covenants with the spirits behind them.

    Our dreams are often subjective and symbolic, reflecting familiar patterns in our lives. They draw on faces, locations, and situations we recognize. Let me break it down: just as God assigns angels to us, the devil sends familiar spirits to every bloodline with which they form covenants. These familiar spirits observe the patterns within that bloodline, collecting records to share with other spirits for future use. This is why, when the devil tries to secure an agreement—a covenant—through dreams, those dreams can be confusing or seductive. The enemy knows our patterns and those of our entire bloodline, including our likes, temptations, and weaknesses. They exploit our ignorance to advance their agenda.

    If you're not familiar with evil covenants or generational curses, I encourage you to check out the blog post titled The Reality of Generational Curses. It offers insights into dreams, explains why certain things happen to us, and helps you recognize the patterns—along with what you can do about them.

    Interpreting dreams is all about recognizing the symbols and actions that unfold within them. For example, let’s say you dream of running away from a vicious dog. The first step is to identify the symbols and actions: here, the symbols are the dog, and the action is running.

    Next, you might wonder why you’re running from the dog—likely because you feel it’s about to attack you. This brings us to the question of what the dog represents. Consider the characteristics of dogs in general, and if possible, think about the specific breed in your dream. This is how you start to decode your dream, ideally with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

    If you recognize the dog from your real life, it can also provide clues about where the potential threat might originate. Since dogs are often linked to sexual behavior, this dream could suggest a sexual attack or temptation.

   We should take our dreams seriously because they offer valuable insights into what’s on the horizon in our lives. We have the power to respond by either accepting or rejecting what we encounter in our dreams, often through prayer—and sometimes even through prayer and fasting. If the symbols in our dreams come from God, we should embrace them in our prayers. On the other hand, if they originate from the devil, we need to reject them in prayer, and at times, this may also call for fasting.

    Every dream from God aligns with Scripture and is typically very direct. Years before I truly committed to my faith, I frequently had dreams where I was protecting my family, children, and women. In those dreams, I possessed superhuman abilities to protect them fearlessly. I also often found myself feeding large groups of people and helping them. Additionally, I had numerous dreams about having many pairs of shoes, and I was always protecting them, as there were instances when they were threatened to be taken away. These dreams were from God, indicating my calling and purpose for Him.

    To put it simply, all dreams play an important role in your spiritual walk with God. Dreams are one of the ways God speaks to us, and they’re also how the spiritual realm communicates with us. God designed us with a spirit, body, and soul, allowing us to operate in both the spiritual and physical realms. As humans, we are the custodians of our world, responsible for what happens in it through the agreements we make, often revealed to us in our dreams.

    According to God’s design, spirits must secure an agreement with humans to operate in earthly matters. That’s why Jesus, who is God and a Spirit, had to be born as a man—so He could have a body to fulfill God’s Word on Earth. So, take your dreams seriously—they are a powerful tool that can guide you toward fulfilling your destiny.

     I highly recommend Kevin L.A Ewing He’s an expert in dream interpretation and breaking evil covenants, and he offers a wealth of free resources to support your spiritual journey. Be sure to check out the video below, where he clearly explains how to interpret dreams and gives insightful teachings about the spiritual realm.

Prayer

Prayer to Say Each Morning Upon Waking, Whether or Not You Recall or Understand Your Dreams.

Father, I thank You for the gift of dreams. If my dreams are from You, I come into full agreement with Your will, knowing that You have the best plan for my life according to Your purpose. But if these dreams are not from You, if they are from the enemy or demonically initiated, I first repent of all my sins—whether known or unknown, through my thoughts, words, and actions. I repent of every sin I have committed, both in the physical and spiritual (dream) realms. I also repent of any iniquities committed by my ancestors or anyone in my bloodline, as Your Word says, ‘Our ancestors have sinned and are no more, but we bear their iniquities’ (Lamentations 5:7).

I repent of all these sins, for Your Word says that if we confess our sins, You are faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us of all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). In the name of Jesus, I cancel, break, reject, and renounce every evil agreement or covenant made in my dreams. By the authority I have in Jesus, I refuse to come into agreement with the enemy's plans—they shall not manifest in my life, in Jesus' name.

No weapon formed against me shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against me in judgment, I condemn (Isaiah 54:17). The plans of the enemy will not stand, nor will they come to pass (Isaiah 7:7). For I am established in righteousness, and oppression is far from me (Isaiah 54:14). I am delivered from the power of darkness and translated into the kingdom of God's dear Son, Jesus (Colossians 1:13).

Thank You, Father, for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. Because of His sacrifice, I can boldly approach Your throne of grace to receive mercy (Hebrews 4:16). The blood of Jesus speaks better things for me than the blood of Abel (Hebrews 12:24). I cover all that concerns me with the blood of Jesus. In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.

Shorter version

If my dreams are from You, I fully align myself with Your will. However, if these dreams are demonically initiated, I cancel, break, reject, and renounce every evil agreement or covenant made in my dreams. By the authority I have in Jesus, I refuse to agree with the enemy's plans—they shall not manifest in my life, in Jesus' name.

Prayer for When You Recognize the Symbols and Identify the Spirit

You spirit of (.....), I come against you in the name of Jesus. I rebuke you and condemn any confession of (……) I have made throughout my lifetime. In the name of Jesus, I repent, renounce, and reject any covenant I have forged, or that has been forged on my behalf, with the spirit of (……).
Father, I ask that You rain Your fire upon any altar raised against me to bring the spirit of (……) into my life and destroy it in the name of Jesus. Any man or woman serving this altar, cause their works to be destroyed, bring confusion among them, and make them flee seven different ways, in the name of Jesus.
You spirit of (…..), with the authority I have in Christ Jesus, I bind and cast every spirit of (…..) into the abyss or wherever the Lord Jesus sends them, in the name of Jesus.
A curse without a cause cannot alight (Proverbs 26:2b). We are no longer in business; this covenant has been broken. You no longer have the legal right to operate in my life. With the authority I have in Christ Jesus, I command you to get out of my life now, in the name of Jesus!  

Prayer for When You Forget Your Dream

Father, I come to You today seeking Your help in remembering my dreams. I don’t want to walk in ignorance or perish from a lack of knowledge, as Your word says in Hosea 4:6. Lord, please combat any spirits of forgetfulness, confusion, fatigue, and frustration that work against the knowledge You reveal to me in my dreams. Destroy every force attempting to steal the revelations You have released to me, in Jesus' name.

Your word says, "The memory of the just is blessed" (Proverbs 10:7), so I declare that my memory is indeed blessed and that I am able to recall my dreams. As Your word says, "death and life are in the power of the tongue" (Proverbs 18:21), and "you will decree a thing, and it will be established" (Job 22:28), I decree that I will remember my dreams. Father, enlighten the eyes of my understanding (Ephesians 1:18) and grant me wisdom, knowledge, and understanding so that I may fully grasp the message You’re conveying to me in my dreams. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

    

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Prayer for Personal Growth: Daily Scripture and Affirmations for Building Yourself

Prayer for Personal Growth: Daily Scripture and Affirmations for Building Yourself

This prayer is built on scriptures used as daily affirmations to speak to your spirit and remind you of the purpose God has had for you since the beginning of time. Ephesians 1:3 tells us that we have already been blessed with every spiritual blessing in heavenly places through Christ Jesus. In other words, before the world began, God equipped us with the blessings needed to fulfill our purpose. While these blessings may not be fully realized yet, we must activate them by speaking them into existence. As the Bible reminds us, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue" (Proverbs 18:21), and "If you decree a thing, it will be established" (Job 22:28).   

Scripture, the Word of God, is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart (Hebrews 4:12). This means that the Word of God is alive; it speaks truth to your spirit, renewing your mind and transforming you. It changes your mentality and orientation, helping you perceive your world in light of the actual truth. This, in turn, alters your actions, bringing that truth to fruition.

Allow me to elaborate on what I meant when I said we must activate our blessings by speaking them into existence. When we do this, we are manifesting the Word that God has already spoken over our lives. Words carry energy; they are alive. As we consistently speak and affirm these words, they begin to reshape how we perceive our current situation, aligning our thoughts with the truth of God's Word. This shift in perception gives us the understanding needed to act, helping us move from where we are to where God intends us to be, making His truth a reality.

Remember the scripture in Jeremiah 29:11, where God declares: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope." This powerful verse reminds us that God’s will for our lives is filled with peace, purpose, a great future, and hope.

Additionally, the words we speak attract and orchestrate the circumstances necessary to bring about what we are declaring—this is a spiritual process. It is in these moments of revelation, those 'aha' moments, that our thoughts align with God’s truth and possibilities. This alignment provides us with clarity and a clear path to follow, empowering us to achieve the reality we are speaking into existence.

Let’s take a moment to talk about the spiritual process of declaring God’s Word, as explained in Isaiah 55:8-11. God reminds us that His thoughts are not our thoughts, and His ways are not our ways. In fact, He emphasizes that just as the heavens are far higher than the earth—completely out of our reach—so are His ways and thoughts far beyond ours.

Then, to help us grasp this truth even more, God uses a vivid analogy. He compares His Word to rain and snow that fall from the heavens. Once they come down, they don’t return without first watering the earth, causing it to bud and produce fruit, providing seed to the sower and bread to the eater.

In the same way, God’s Word is life-giving. It waters the seeds He has already planted in us, helping us grow spiritually and be productive in our purpose, bearing fruit. Just like the natural process of rain nourishing the earth, God’s Word works with purpose and power, and it will never return to Him empty. Instead, it will always accomplish what He intended and prosper in what He sent it to do.

This passage reassures us that when we declare God’s Word over our lives, we’re speaking something that is alive, powerful, and guaranteed to produce results—just as God promised.

The Word of God operates on a cause-and-effect principle: when you follow His instructions, you unlock the results promised. As Galatians 6:7 says, "What you sow is what you reap." For example, when you give to the poor or those in need, God blesses you in return (Proverbs 14:31, Proverbs 22:9, Proverbs 28:27). Similarly, scripture teaches us that "If you don’t work, you don’t eat" (2 Thessalonians 3:10) and "faith without works is dead" (James 2:26). This shows that appropriately applying scripture in our daily lives is essential to receiving the blessings God has promised.

The Word of God is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path (Psalm 119:105), offering guidance and direction for your life. God also invites us to remind Him of His promises (Isaiah 43:26), assuring us that His Word will not return void but will accomplish His will and prosper in its purpose (Isaiah 55:11). Moreover, He has exalted His Word above His name (Psalm 138:2). His Word stands as unshakable truth and law!

I share this to help you understand that when scripture is spoken consistently, it becomes alive within you and transforms your life, empowering you to fulfill your purpose. It starts by renewing your mind, helping you believe in what is possible, and then moves you to take action toward that goal. Don't underestimate the power of God's Word—it is described as a sword (Hebrews 4:12, Ephesians 6:17). Use it wisely and take full advantage of its strength.

This prayer, rooted in Scripture, covers purpose, growth, direction, prosperity, and favor, providing a comprehensive appeal for God's guidance and blessings.

Before beginning this prayer, here is a quick reminder: Always start with thanksgiving. Acknowledge the blessings you’ve received and the gift of life. It's equally important to seek repentance, as we are all in need of forgiveness.

Please read the blog before praying this prayer. It will give you a deeper understanding of the prayer, making it come alive and providing you with conviction and confidence in your prayer.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I'll thank you. This is a new day, and I shall rejoice and be glad in it (Psalms 118:24). I'll praise You and thank You for the gift of life and all that You have provided for me. You created my innermost being and knit me together in my mother’s womb. For as long as I have breath, I will praise You, because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are marvelous, and my soul knows it well. Your eyes saw my unformed body, and every day of my life was written in Your book before a single one came to pass. Where can I escape from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? (Psalm 139:13-14, 16, 7). I am called by Your name and created for Your glory (Isaiah 43:7). Let Your will be fulfilled in my life.

Your word says, if I decree a thing, it shall be established in my life (Job 22:28), whatsoever I ask in the name of your son Jesus and I believe, I shall receive because I love and obey you (Matthew 21:22, John 15:7, 1 John 3:22) and in addition, you will do exceedingly, abundantly above all that I ask for or think (Ephesian 3:20). As the redeemed of the Lord, I decree all of Your promises over my life, in the name of Jesus.

Your Word commands us to be fruitful, multiply, replenish the earth, and subdue it (Genesis 1:28). I  come in agreement with Your Word and declare that I am fruitful, multiplying, replenishing, and subduing my world in the name of Jesus.

I declare that all things work together for my good because I love God and am called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28). The Lord will perfect everything that concerns me; Your mercy, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the works of Your hands (Psalm 138:8). I will cry out to God Most High, the One who performs all things for me (Psalm 57:2). I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). You have declared the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things that are not yet done, saying, "My counsel shall stand, and I will do all My pleasure" (Isaiah 46:10). I am confident of this: that He who has begun a good work in me will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6). And, Father, You will keep me in perfect peace because my mind is stayed on You, and I trust in You (Isaiah 26:3). I come into agreement with Your Word, in Jesus' name. 

I decree my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19). And God is able to make all grace abound toward me, that I, always having all sufficiency in all things, and have an abundance for every good work (2 Corinthians 9:8). For whoever seeks the Lord shall not lack any good thing (Psalm 34:10). Let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon me and establish the work of my hands, yes! establish the work of my hands (Psalms 90:17). I call forth the spirit of increase, your word says, the Lord shall increase me, more and more, me and my children (Psalms 115:14). Therefore I call forth the spirit of increase in my finances and every area of my life. 

Wealth and riches are in my house and my righteousness endures forever (Psalms 112:3). I am the head and not the tail; above only and never beneath. I shall lend to many and never need to borrow (Deuteronomy 28:13, Deuteronomy 15:6). Because I delight in God's law and meditate on His law day and night, I shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of waters, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; whatever I do shall prosper (Psalms 1:2-3). 

I will overcome all because greater is He that is in me than he is in the world (1 John 4:4). No weapon formed against me shall prosper and every tongue that rises against me in judgment, I condemn (Isaiah 54:17). The plans of the enemy shall not stand, nor shall they come to pass (Isaiah 7:7), In the name of Jesus. For I am established in righteousness and oppression is far from me (Isaiah 54:14). I am delivered from the power of darkness and translated into the kingdom of God's dear son, Jesus (Colossians 1:13). 

Father, I come before You asking for Your guidance to the place where You have already secured my provisions. Your Word says that a man’s gift will make room for him and bring him before great men (Proverbs 18:16). I humbly ask that You lead me to the right path, direct me to the doors I should be knocking on for resources, so I won’t waste Your time or mine. Amplify my discernment, Lord, so I can recognize where and whom You are guiding me to for provision. Help me to clearly see my gifts, so they can open the doors needed to fulfill my destiny, In the name of Jesus. As Your Word says, “Unto the upright, there arises light in the darkness” (Psalms 112:4)

You, O Lord, will bless the righteous; with favor, You will surround him as with a shield (Psalms 5:12). For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord will give grace and glory; no good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly (Psalms 84:11). And May I find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man (Proverbs 3:4). I invite the Spirit of wisdom, knowledge, understanding, the fear of the Lord, counsel, might, and fullness into my life, as spoken in Isaiah 11:2.

You are a covenant-keeping God! Father, I come in agreement with your words which will not return unto you void but it shall accomplish what you please and it shall prosper in the thing for which you sent it (Isaiah 55:11). And this is the confidence I have in the name of Jesus that I ask anything according to your will, lord you will hear me and that my joy may be full (1 John 5:14, John 16:24), In the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.

Cultivating a prayer life is of paramount importance for your spiritual journey, particularly in a fast-paced society where allocating exclusive time for prayer can be challenging. The solution is clear: "Simply Prayer for Our Daily Journey," a scripture-enriched prayer book designed for all aspects of life. Additionally, pair it with a Faith-building scripture book to assist you in persevering through the waiting time on God’s promises and strengthening your faith. However, it's essential to note that this prayer book doesn't replace genuine, quality time with God; you must spend dedicated time with Him.