Great Prayers of the Bible

Jabez's Prayer — Asking God to Enlarge Your Territory

Tucked into a genealogy, Jabez's short prayer asks for blessing, expanded influence, God's abiding presence, and protection from harm — and Scripture simply notes 'God granted his request.' It's a reminder that a name or a painful beginning doesn't have to define what God does with a life surrendered to Him.

Memory Verse

1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Cross-References

Jeremiah 29:11
Ephesians 3:20

Discussion Questions

Is there a label from your past you've let define your future more than God's plans have?
What would it look like to pray boldly for God to expand your influence for good, as Jabez did?

Call to Action

Pray Jabez's prayer in your own words today, asking God to bless and enlarge your ability to do good.