Derek Prince Inspired Daily Prayer | November 14, 2026

Words are powerful. A single sentence from a parent, teacher, or friend can stay with us for decades, for good or for bad. Many of us still remember something hurtful someone said years ago. Many of us also remember words of encouragement that gave us courage when we needed it most.

This Derek Prince inspired daily prayer for November 14, 2026 invites you to use your words to bring life. To bless instead of curse, to encourage instead of criticize, and to speak truth in love.

Every day, you will have many chances to shape someone’s heart with what you say.

Today’s Scripture

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” — Proverbs 18:21, KJV

Proverbs talks often about the tongue. It warns about gossip, lies, and careless words, and it praises gentle, wise, and truthful speech. This verse sums it up: our words carry the power of death and life.

Words can tear down someone’s confidence, damage relationships, and spread fear. They can also give hope, heal wounds, and point people to God. The second half of the verse reminds us that we will “eat the fruit” of our words. What we say affects not only others but also ourselves.

Speaking life does not mean flattering people or avoiding hard truths. It means choosing words that reflect God’s character: honest, kind, and helpful.

A Prayer for Words of Life

Lord, thank You for the gift of words. Thank You for the people who have spoken life into me through encouragement, wise advice, and prayer. Today I want to do the same for others.

Forgive me for the times I have used my words to hurt. For gossip, sarcasm, harsh criticism, and complaining. Help me make things right where I need to.

Set a guard over my mouth today. Help me think before I speak. When I am angry, give me self-control. When I am tempted to gossip, help me stay silent or say something kind instead.

Fill my words with life. Help me encourage my family, coworkers, and friends. Let me notice the good in people and tell them. Give me courage to speak truth gently when it is needed.

I also want to speak life over my own life. Help me replace negative self-talk with what You say about me. Let my words today reflect Your love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray Through Your Day

Carry this prayer with you in three short moments today.

Morning: Lord, set a guard over my mouth today. Let my first words this morning bring life to the people around me.

Midday: Father, in conversations this afternoon, help me choose words that build up. Stop me before I gossip or criticize.

Evening: Lord, thank You for the power of words. Help me speak life over my family and over my own heart before I sleep.

One Small Step Today

Choose three people today and give each of them a specific word of encouragement, either in person or by message. Notice how it affects them and you. If you catch yourself speaking negatively, pause and replace it with something true and hopeful.

Let’s Encourage One Another

What is one encouraging thing someone said to you that you still remember? Share it in the comments. Let’s remind each other how powerful words of life can be.