Rebecca CollinsDo you ever stand during offering time and feel unsure what to say to God? Do you want to give faithfully, but your heart is tired from bills and pressure? Do you want your tithe and offering to be more than a routine?
These offertory prayers for tithe and offerings are simple prayers you can use in church or at home. Each prayer includes one Scripture under it. This is not about showing off. It is about giving with a clean heart, faith, and gratitude.
What an offertory prayer is
An offertory prayer is a short prayer said as we give. It helps us pause and remember who we are giving to. It also helps us check our heart, because God cares about the giver, not only the gift.
A quick note about tithes and offerings
Many believers separate the two like this:
- tithe: giving the first portion back to God
- offering: extra giving beyond the tithe, led by love and purpose
No matter how you practice it, giving should be done with faith, gratitude, and honesty.
How to use these prayers
You can use them in a few ways:
- choose one prayer each Sunday for your offering time
- rotate them in a small group or church service
- use them during online giving
- pray one before you budget your week
Offertory prayers to prepare the heart
These prayers help you slow down and give with reverence, not pressure.
1. Offertory prayer to give with a clean heart
Gracious God,
thank You for receiving my worship.
As I give today, cleanse my motives.
Remove pride and fear from my heart.
Let my giving be honest and sincere.
Teach me to trust You.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“The Lord seeth not as man seeth… but the Lord looketh on the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)
2. Offertory prayer to give as worship
Holy God,
I give to You as worship.
You are worthy of my honor and my trust.
Let this offering be a sweet act of faith.
Keep my heart focused on You.
Receive my gift and my gratitude.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name.” (Psalm 96:8)
3. Offertory prayer to give with joy
Dear Lord,
thank You for all You have done for me.
Help me give with joy, not stress.
Free me from complaining and doubt.
Let gladness rise in my heart as I give.
I trust You with my needs.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“God loveth a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7)
4. Offertory prayer to give in faith during hard times
Mighty God,
You see my needs and You know my pressures.
Help me give by faith, even when it feels tight.
Provide for my home and strengthen my trust.
Let this offering be a seed of obedience.
Carry me through this season.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
5. Offertory prayer to surrender control
Lord Jesus,
I release my fear about money.
I surrender control and choose trust.
Help me hold my resources with open hands.
Teach me to depend on You daily.
Let peace rule my heart as I give.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)
Offertory prayers for tithes and obedience
These prayers focus on honoring God first and walking in obedience.
6. Offertory prayer to honor God with the first
God Almighty,
You are first in my life.
I honor You with my tithe today.
Teach me to put You first in all things.
Bless my obedience and keep me faithful.
Let my giving show my trust in You.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase.” (Proverbs 3:9)
7. Offertory prayer to be faithful and consistent
Gracious God,
help me be faithful in giving.
Keep me consistent, not on and off.
Teach me discipline and good stewardship.
Help me obey You in small things.
Make my life steady before You.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.” (1 Corinthians 4:2)
8. Offertory prayer to trust God’s promise
Holy God,
I bring my tithe with trust.
I believe You are able to provide.
Teach me to rely on Your promises, not my worry.
Strengthen my faith as I honor You.
Open the way You choose for my needs.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse… and prove me now herewith… if I will not open you the windows of heaven.” (Malachi 3:10)
9. Offertory prayer for obedience with humility
Dear Lord,
keep me humble as I give.
Save me from pride and comparing myself to others.
Let my giving be quiet and sincere.
Help me obey You without seeking praise.
Receive this tithe as simple obedience.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“And let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth.” (Matthew 6:3)
10. Offertory prayer to repent of greed and love of money
Mighty God,
forgive me where money has ruled my heart.
Cleanse me from greed and unhealthy love for possessions.
Teach me contentment and freedom.
Help me give with a clean conscience.
Let my life belong to You fully.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“For the love of money is the root of all evil.” (1 Timothy 6:10)
11. Offertory prayer to walk in integrity
Lord Jesus,
help me handle money with honesty.
Keep me from wrongdoing and shortcuts.
Bless the work of my hands in a clean way.
Let my giving come from a life of integrity.
Teach me to honor You in private and public.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.” (2 Corinthians 8:21)
12. Offertory prayer to be a good steward
God Almighty,
teach me stewardship.
Help me budget with wisdom and avoid waste.
Show me how to manage what You give me.
Make me generous and responsible.
Let my giving grow from a well-ordered life.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12)
Offertory prayers of thanksgiving
These prayers help you give from gratitude, not pressure.
13. Offertory prayer of simple gratitude
Gracious God,
thank You for life, breath, and daily bread.
Thank You for strength to work and help to endure.
I give with gratitude, not entitlement.
Receive this offering with my thanks.
You have been good to me.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
14. Offertory prayer remembering God’s ownership
Holy God,
everything I have comes from You.
I am not the owner, I am a steward.
Help me remember Your goodness and care.
Receive this gift as a small return of what is Yours.
Keep my heart thankful.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“The earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof.” (Psalm 24:1)
15. Offertory prayer for gratitude in provision
Dear Lord,
thank You for the ways You have provided.
Some blessings were big, some were quiet.
But You have carried me.
I give today with gratitude and trust.
Let my heart stay grateful in every season.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1)
16. Offertory prayer for gratitude for salvation
Lord Jesus,
thank You for saving me.
Thank You for Your mercy and the cross.
Because You gave Yourself for me,
help me give with love and gratitude.
Receive this offering as worship.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” (2 Corinthians 9:15)
17. Offertory prayer to give because God first gave
Mighty God,
You have been generous to me.
You have not withheld what I truly needed.
Help me reflect Your generosity.
Teach me to give freely and love sincerely.
Let my giving point back to You.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“We love him, because he first loved us.” (1 John 4:19)
Offertory prayers for the church and the work of God
These prayers connect giving to ministry, outreach, and spiritual growth.
18. Offertory prayer for the local church
Gracious God,
bless this local church.
Use these tithes and offerings with wisdom.
Let ministry be strengthened and souls be helped.
Provide what is needed for the work You have given us.
Give leaders integrity and humility.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” (Galatians 6:9)
19. Offertory prayer for pastors and leaders
Holy God,
strengthen our pastors and leaders.
Give them clean hearts and steady hands.
Protect them from discouragement and temptation.
Help them lead with love and truth.
Use this giving to support the work faithfully.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Obey them that have the rule over you… for they watch for your souls.” (Hebrews 13:17)
20. Offertory prayer for missions and the gospel
Dear Lord,
let the gospel go forth with power.
Use these offerings to reach the lost.
Support missionaries and gospel workers.
Open doors for Your Word in hard places.
Let many come to know Christ.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15)
21. Offertory prayer for the poor and those in need
Mighty God,
help us remember the poor.
Use this offering to feed, clothe, and support those who struggle.
Give us compassion that is real, not only words.
Teach us to share and not ignore need.
Bless those who are hurting today.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord.” (Proverbs 19:17)
22. Offertory prayer for unity in the church
Lord Jesus,
protect unity among us.
Keep us from division, jealousy, and offense.
Help us love one another with sincerity.
Let giving never become competition.
Make us one in purpose and heart.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)
23. Offertory prayer for wisdom in how funds are used
God Almighty,
grant wisdom in stewardship.
Help every person handling funds do so with honesty.
Let there be accountability and clean decisions.
Use these resources for what truly matters.
Keep Your house in order and honor.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom.” (Proverbs 4:7)
Offertory prayers for blessing, increase, and open doors
These prayers ask for God’s help and provision, without treating giving like a transaction.
24. Offertory prayer for God’s blessing on work
Gracious God,
bless the work of my hands.
Give me strength, skill, and favor where I need it.
Open doors that only You can open.
Help me work honestly and diligently.
Provide for my household as I trust You.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us: and establish thou the work of our hands.” (Psalm 90:17)
25. Offertory prayer for provision and daily needs
Holy God,
You know what I need.
Provide daily bread and stable help.
Teach me contentment while I wait.
Let this giving be done in faith.
Carry me through this week with Your care.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Give us this day our daily bread.” (Matthew 6:11)
26. Offertory prayer for wisdom and financial discipline
Dear Lord,
help me handle money wisely.
Teach me to plan and not waste.
Give me discipline to save and give faithfully.
Deliver me from careless spending.
Let wisdom guide my choices.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost.” (Luke 14:28)
27. Offertory prayer for blessing to overflow to others
Mighty God,
bless me so I can bless others.
Keep me from selfishness.
Let my hands be open and my heart be kind.
Help me notice needs around me.
Use my life as a channel of good.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“And let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.” (1 John 3:18)
Offertory prayers for special offerings and specific moments
These prayers fit special Sundays, projects, building funds, thanksgiving services, or times of urgent need.
28. Offertory prayer for a special church project
Gracious God,
guide us as we give toward this project.
Let it be done with wisdom and integrity.
Provide what is needed without pressure or manipulation.
Unite our hearts and keep our motives clean.
Let this work bring glory to Your name.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“And my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
29. Offertory prayer for first-time givers
Holy God,
for those giving for the first time, give peace.
Remove fear and replace it with trust.
Help them see giving as worship, not burden.
Meet needs and strengthen faith.
Let this be the beginning of steady obedience.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“Taste and see that the Lord is good.” (Psalm 34:8)
30. Offertory prayer to dedicate the gift to God’s purpose
Lord Jesus,
I dedicate this tithe and offering to You.
Use it for Your will and Your glory.
Let it bless lives and strengthen ministry.
Keep my heart faithful and my hands generous.
Teach me to give with love and wisdom.
Amen.
Scripture (KJV):
“For of him, and through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever.” (Romans 11:36)
A simple weekly plan for offertory prayer
If you want a steady rhythm, try this:
- Week 1: pray prayers 1–5 (heart preparation)
- Week 2: pray prayers 6–12 (obedience and stewardship)
- Week 3: pray prayers 13–17 (thanksgiving)
- Week 4: pray prayers 18–23 (church and ministry)
- Week 5: pray prayers 24–30 (provision and special moments)
Common questions (FAQ)
What is an offertory prayer?
It is a short prayer said as we give. It helps us give with worship, humility, and faith, not just habit.
Can I pray an offertory prayer at home?
Yes. You can pray these before online giving, before budgeting, or even before paying a bill. Giving is still spiritual outside church walls.
Should offering prayers always ask for blessing?
It is fine to ask God for provision, but keep your heart balanced. Give with love and worship, not as a bargain. Ask for wisdom, contentment, and faith too.
What if I don’t have much to give?
God sees the heart. Give honestly and without shame. If you cannot give much, you can still pray, serve, and trust God in your season.
Conclusion
Giving is not just a church moment. It is a heart matter. When you pray during offering time, you slow down and remember who you belong to. Use these offertory prayers for tithe and offerings to help your giving stay sincere, steady, and full of faith.
If you want to start simple, choose one prayer for the next four Sundays and pray it slowly with the verse under it.
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Benedict Harper
ChristWin Editorial Ministry
Rebecca Collins