Q&A for How to Write a Prayer Letter to God

Writing or journaling a prayer letter can bring about many positive results. Having to write down your thoughts will help to keep you relevant and focused with no time for distractions that would take your mind away from your prayer time. In addition, by writing down your thoughts, it will give you a better organization of your feelings and how to phrase them. This will aid you if you are one of those people who find it difficult to phrase words when saying them. When writing a prayer letter, be straightforward with God in telling Him whatever is on your heart. Share your thoughts, feelings, and requests with openness and honesty. 

You do not need to send the letter in the mail for God to get it. Remember, since God can read your heart, He can certainly read your letter.

He might answer you in some way in your life, but you won't receive a physical letter back. You could also just talk to Him directly by praying.

No, you don't. You can write whatever you feel is best; God will see it either way.

Write a letter about anything that is on your mind or you feel you should praise Him for. You should think of God as a friend who will listen to you and help. Tell Jesus what is going on in your life.

Yes! You can do that or place them in a prayer journal. Keeping your prayers allows you to see how God has answered them.

He might not bring it up to heaven, but He is everywhere, so He will see it.

You can, but it won't make a difference. God knows your name.

For a prayer that will be said over an announcement, follow the same guidelines. Decide what your purpose for the prayer is. Perhaps it is to bless all of the people listening to the announcement. Or maybe it is to give strength in a difficult time. Thank God for his love and mercy and ask him to meet whatever need you are praying about.

Actually, God doesn't even need to read the letter. He knows every single word on it, and you can bury it deep in the ground, but he knows it's there and what's on it. You don't need to try to yell prayers in His ear or throw letters in front of His face.

If you are going to physically send it, then yes, you probably should. If you are writing it to keep for yourself or God, there is no need to do so.

No, he won't. But he'll definitely read it, and listen to your words. And while He might not answer directly, He will answer.

You can burn the letter, but there is no need. God knows your prayer without any special ceremony.

It can be as long or short as you want. Tell God about your problems, and what good things He has done for you.

Yes. It is a personal message to God- something for your and His eyes only. God knows what you are trying to get across, no matter how you phrase it. Do it in whatever way you are most comfortable with.

Tell him/her the truth, but try not to insult or hurt him/her too. Tell that person about God and surely he/she will be touched and won't do that again.

Writing is for your own spiritual growth, there is no guarantee here. What can help you is your faith and diligence to receive what you pray for.

God will see your letter no matter where it is. He can see and hear everything, especially prayers.

Writing a letter is symbolic, a tangible act just to show that you trust God. Yes, He does know everything but it is a fun thing to do to build your faith and also helps you to work out what it is you really want to ask God for help with.

No, you don't.

No, it is more symbolic than physical, so you don't need to add your address. God knows where you are.

The sins that one does over and over again without repenting, and fearing God. Mostly sins against God or faith are grave sins. Being proud and relying on your plans and abilities against believing in God more often results in loss and punishment from God.

Make your letter like a personal sharing with a friend. Also, make sure your letter stays safe and does not get read by someone you don't want to. Address it to God with a salutation such as Dear Jesus. Make a rough list noting the things you want to do and become. Form sentences including why you want those things. Offer God your word about being righteous and thankfulness as He fulfills them. Remember the letter in the future and fulfill your word. Believe in the judgment of God thereafter. Don't rush God.

Start your prayer with a silent moment so you relax and connect with God. Ask the Lord to understand your heart and concerns about poverty and the poor. Express how you feel whenever you think of it. Tell God that you trust His actions and you pray for the poor to be blessed by God according to His judgement. Make sure to mention why you want to pray for poverty and ask God to enlighten you as well.

Sometimes, the timing says it. For example, if you are praying for good results after exams or a competition, you know the answer by seeing the result. But, if you only pray and expect to do good in your tests, it will not work that way since your efforts are also necessary. Sometimes, God gives you something more than you prayed for. You know it by seeing how something has changed you for better. Every good change comes from God. He either makes the journey give you many good benefits or makes you realize something very important. So, you have to be always alert of what is happening in your life and what is getting better. It is through Him and your good works.

No, there is no possible way of that happening. But God will see the letter as he watches over you.

It’s what is known in Christianity as “the spiritual battle between good and evil”. Just don’t pay attention to the negative thoughts. As you mature, you will get stronger and acquire dominion of your thoughts with the help of the Holy Spirit. Always remember in your prayers to ask the Father for for forgiveness of your sins in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth.

Sure you can. Keep a collection of your letters if you like. That way, you can review in the future what prayers the father in heaven has answered you.

You don't need to actually mail the letter, God already knows what's in your heart. But if you want to send a physical letter, you can send it to God, Jerusalem and the Post Office will send it to Israel to be placed in the Western Wall (also known as the Wailing Wall).

No need to do anything, God knows everything about you. Keep the letter on the balcony or rooftop or in your garden and you will see the air has given the letter to God in heaven.