How can I pray if I don’t know what to say?

Praying is simply talking to God, but sometimes it can feel hard to know what to say. That’s okay! God loves to hear from you, no matter how you choose to pray. Let’s explore some easy ways to pray.

Remember: God Wants to Hear from You

Before we start, keep these things in mind:

God loves you just as you are
There’s no “wrong” way to pray
Your words don’t have to be perfect

Simple Ways to Pray

1. Just Talk to God

Imagine God is sitting next to you, like a close friend:

Tell Him about your day
Share your feelings, even if they’re not happy ones
Ask for help with things that are hard for you

2. Say Thank You

Gratitude is a great way to start praying:

Thank God for good things in your life
This could be family, friends, food, or anything that makes you smile
Even on hard days, try to find one small thing to be thankful for

3. Ask for Help

It’s okay to ask God for help:

Tell God about problems you’re facing
Ask for help for yourself or others
Remember, no problem is too big or too small for God

4. Use the A.C.T.S. Method

This is a simple way to remember different parts of prayer:

A – Adoration: Tell God why He’s amazing
C – Confession: Say sorry for mistakes you’ve made
T – Thanksgiving: Say thank you for good things
S – Supplication: Ask for help or blessings

Other Ways to Pray

Prayer doesn’t always have to be words:

Write your prayers in a journal
Draw pictures of things you want to pray about
Sing songs to God
Go for a walk and talk to God in your mind

When You Don’t Know What to Say

If you’re really stuck:

Sit quietly and imagine God’s love surrounding you
Read a Psalm from the Bible as your prayer
Repeat a simple phrase like “God, I need you” or “Thank you, Jesus”

Remember: Practice Helps

The more you pray, the easier it becomes:

Try praying at the same time each day to build a habit
Start with just a few minutes if longer feels hard
Don’t worry if you miss a day, just start again

Remember, God is always happy to hear from you. He understands your heart, even when you can’t find the right words. Keep talking to Him, and you’ll find that prayer becomes a comforting part of your day.