Billy Graham Inspired Daily Prayer | November 13, 2026
At a bus stop or a church doorway, you may notice someone looking for a sign that they are in the right place. A greeting and a clear direction can make the next few minutes easier. This Billy Graham inspired daily prayer for November 13, 2026 asks God for the attention and courage to welcome a stranger with practical kindness.
Today’s Scripture
“I was a stranger, and ye took me in.” — Matthew 25:35, KJV, excerpt
In Matthew 25, Jesus speaks of meeting ordinary needs. He mentions food, drink, and a welcome for a person who arrives as a stranger. Think about a public place you will visit today. Someone there may need help understanding a sign, finding a seat, or knowing whom to ask. You can offer what is useful and give the person room to decide whether they would like your help.
A Prayer to Welcome the Stranger
Father, thank You for the people who spoke kindly when I arrived somewhere unfamiliar. I remember how it felt to look around and wonder where I belonged. Help me notice that moment in another person’s day and respond with patience.
Give me the courage to say hello when it would be welcome. Help me keep my words simple. If someone needs directions, teach me to give enough detail. If they need a moment to decide, let me wait without making them feel rushed. Give me the humility to ask what would help instead of guessing.
Help me pay attention to people who find a familiar routine difficult. A person may be hearing instructions for the first time or trying to read a sign from across the room. Show me when I can explain something clearly, make space on a bench, or guide them to someone who can help.
Thank You for the gift of meeting people whose lives differ from mine. Help me listen when someone wants to tell me about their experience. Give me the good sense to respect their privacy. When I find myself in a new place, let me receive a welcome with gratitude. Teach me to practice the same care in the places I know well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
One Small Step Today
When you enter a shared space, look around long enough to see who might need help finding their way. If the opportunity comes, make one simple offer and give the person time to answer.
Let’s Encourage One Another
What did someone do to help you find your way in a place you had never been? Share the gesture that stayed with you.
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Original prayer and reflection, independently written and unaffiliated with Billy Graham.
