If you want to share a prayer at a meeting or gathering, here are some great Christian prayers that are appropriate for all types and levels of gatherings. Below are eight inspirational prayers for meetings.

Meaningful Discussions Prayer
Dear God, thank you for enabling us to gather here for this meeting. May we have meaningful discussions that will help us to build each other up and glorify your name. Help us to share things that will benefit all of us and draw people to the Kingdom. Help us to deal with different challenges that we are facing a team. May we approach each other with respect and kindness. Lord, create an environment of cooperation in this place help us to be one in the spirit. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Ephesians 6:18 NLT Whether you are headed into a work meeting that needs guidance and wisdom, or are gathering as a small group or church, these opening prayers will set your focus on God's will. Gratitude Prayer. Gracious Father, thank you for making this day successful. Oopening prayer for church worship This is a short inspirational prayer which recalls God's faithfulness and exalts him as Lord and King of all! A beautiful opening prayer suitable for drawing people into the presence of God during a church service or meeting. Opening Prayer For Worship - For Church Services & Meetings. Short prayers for meetings should include an address to God, thanks to God, any requests regarding the meeting about to take place, requests for inspiration for any speakers and a final, closing acknowledgment of the greatness of God. Closing a short prayer with the word 'Amen' signals to the other people joining prayer that the opening prayer. Featured on this page are sample prayers for business & staff meetings, a short prayer film for opening a church or work meeting, and links to more prayers suitable for bible studies, church services, weddings or leaders gatherings.

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No Divisions Prayer
Father, your word says that where two or three are gathered in your name, you are in their midst. Thank you for being with us today at this meeting. Let this place be full of your glory. We come against the spirit of division in the name of Jesus. Help us to interact with each other peacefully and may we agree in all our discussions. Bind us with cords of love that we may come to a common ground even when we have differing opinions. Cover us with the blood of your dear Son and help us to leave this place in with joyful hearts. Through Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.

Your Presence Prayer
Father in heaven, thank you for the gift of life. Thank you for everyone that is gathered in this room. You have protected us throughout the night and have enabled us to wake up this morning. If it were not because of your love for us, we would not be here today. Your unconditional love has enabled us to come to this place when we are healthy and ready to start our meeting. We thank you, Lord. Let everything that is discussed here bring glory to your name. In Jesus’ name, I believe and pray, Amen.

Unity Prayer
Father God, help us to be united in this meeting the same way you are in unity with your Son Jesus and the Holy Spirit. May we be of one spirit and have a common purpose. Holy Spirit of God, fill this place with your power and help us to walk in unity. Even though we come from different backgrounds, help us to find common ground through which we can agree and come up with lasting solutions. Help us to be quick to listen and slow to anger when others share their ideas. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Protection Prayer
Almighty God, the creator of heaven and earth, nothing in this world, catches you by surprise. You knew that we would be gathered here today long before we planned it. Thank you for opening up doors for us to have a chance to discuss different issues. Protect us from the beginning to the end. Shield us from evil discussions and help us walk in the path that you have set for us. Send your angels to encamp this place and protect us from the evil one. Lord, we choose to hide under your wings today and forever. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Obstacle Prayer
Lord, we are hopeful that this meeting will bear fruit, but we know that the devil does not want it to be a success. Your word says that if you commit anything into your hands, you will make it successful. We commit this meeting into your able hands. May we be attentive and patient. May we discuss things that will instill righteousness in us. Help us to find long-lasting solutions to the problems that we are facing. We know that even though things may be impossible on our side, all things are possible with you. Thank you for loving us. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Short Prayers For Meetings

Blessing Prayer
Dear God, as we gather in this place, may you shower your blessings upon each of us and prepare our hearts for the things that will be discussed. Lord, help us to be a blessing in the way we speak and act. Let, everything we discuss here be in alignment with your word, and may we speak with humility when presenting our ideas. Help us to admit our mistakes and be willing to act upon the solutions people give us. May your glory and peace fill this meeting. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Your Will Prayer
Oh Lord, many are our plans, but it is your plans that prevail. You know each one of us here better than we know ourselves. All of us want this meeting to be a success. But Lord, you know what is best for all of us. Open up our hearts and minds that we may know the hope to which you have called us. Give us boldness to speak what you have placed in our hearts and help us to follow your will. In Jesus’ name, we believe and pray, Amen.

Courage Prayer
Heavenly Father, most of us find large meetings to be intimidating. Fill our hearts with courage that we may be able to share the ideas you have placed in our hearts with those in attendance. May we conduct the meeting respectably. Help us to stick to the truth that comes from your word, even if it is not pleasing to some people. Grant us success today and help us to remember that this is all about you, not us. In Jesus’ name, I believe and pray, Amen.

Short Closing Prayers For Meetings

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Natalie Regoli is a child of God, devoted wife, and mother of two boys. She has a Masters Degree in Law from The University of Texas. Natalie has been published in several national journals and has been practicing law for 18 years.