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Bible Verses About Prayer for Others

When someone we love is hurting, struggling, or facing challenges, one of the most powerful things we can do is lift them up in prayer. The Bible shows us that praying for others isn't just a nice gesture—it's a sacred act of love that can bring real comfort, healing, and hope into their lives. Scripture teaches us that our heartfelt prayers for family, friends, and even strangers have the power to make a genuine difference in their circumstances and peace of mind.

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I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the sa...

1 Corinthians 16:15

But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.

1 Thessalonians 4:13

Brethren, pray for us.

1 Thessalonians 5:25

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I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;

1 Timothy 2:1

Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you:

2 Thessalonians 3:1

These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.

Acts 1:14

To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Colossians 1:2

Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;

Ephesians 6:18

And said unto Jeremiah the prophet, Let, we beseech thee, our supplication be accepted before thee, and pray for us unto the Lord thy God, even for all this rem...

Jeremiah 42:2

But he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; and in the wor...

Mark 10:30

And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?

Matthew 5:47

Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with gro...

Romans 8:26

And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.

Romans 8:27

And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow.

1 Chronicles 4:9

And Shimei had sixteen sons and six daughters; but his brethren had not many children, neither did all their family multiply, like to the children of Judah.

1 Chronicles 4:27

For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the chief ruler; but the birthright was Joseph’s:)

1 Chronicles 5:2

And his brethren by their families, when the genealogy of their generations was reckoned, were the chief, Jeiel, and Zechariah,

1 Chronicles 5:7

And their brethren of the house of their fathers were, Michael, and Meshullam, and Sheba, and Jorai, and Jachan, and Zia, and Heber, seven.

1 Chronicles 5:13

And their brethren the sons of Merari stood on the left hand: Ethan the son of Kishi, the son of Abdi, the son of Malluch,

1 Chronicles 6:44

Their brethren also the Levites were appointed unto all manner of service of the tabernacle of the house of God.

1 Chronicles 6:48

And their brethren among all the families of Issachar were valiant men of might, reckoned in all by their genealogies fourscore and seven thousand.

1 Chronicles 7:5

And Ephraim their father mourned many days, and his brethren came to comfort him.

1 Chronicles 7:22

And Mikloth begat Shimeah. And these also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against them.

1 Chronicles 8:32

And of the sons of Zerah; Jeuel, and their brethren, six hundred and ninety.

1 Chronicles 9:6

And their brethren, according to their generations, nine hundred and fifty and six. All these men were chief of the fathers in the house of their fathers.

1 Chronicles 9:9

And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of ...

1 Chronicles 9:13

And the porters were, Shallum, and Akkub, and Talmon, and Ahiman, and their brethren: Shallum was the chief;

1 Chronicles 9:17

And Shallum the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his brethren, of the house of his father, the Korahites, were over the work of the servi...

1 Chronicles 9:19

And their brethren, which were in their villages, were to come after seven days from time to time with them.

1 Chronicles 9:25

And other of their brethren, of the sons of the Kohathites, were over the shewbread, to prepare it every sabbath.

1 Chronicles 9:32

And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren at Jerusalem, over against their brethren.

1 Chronicles 9:38

They were armed with bows, and could use both the right hand and the left in hurling stones and shooting arrows out of a bow, even of Saul’s brethren of Benjami...

1 Chronicles 12:2

And of the children of Issachar, which were men that had understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do; the heads of them were two hundred; and al...

1 Chronicles 12:32

And there they were with David three days, eating and drinking: for their brethren had prepared for them.

1 Chronicles 12:39

And David said unto all the congregation of Israel, If it seem good unto you, and that it be of the Lord our God, let us send abroad unto our brethren every whe...

1 Chronicles 13:2

Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty:

1 Chronicles 15:5

Of the sons of Merari; Asaiah the chief, and his brethren two hundred and twenty:

1 Chronicles 15:6

Of the sons of Gershom; Joel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and thirty:

1 Chronicles 15:7

Of the sons of Elizaphan; Shemaiah the chief, and his brethren two hundred:

1 Chronicles 15:8

Of the sons of Hebron; Eliel the chief, and his brethren fourscore:

1 Chronicles 15:9

Of the sons of Uzziel; Amminadab the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twelve.

1 Chronicles 15:10

And said unto them, Ye are the chief of the fathers of the Levites: sanctify yourselves, both ye and your brethren, that ye may bring up the ark of the Lord God...

1 Chronicles 15:12

And David spake to the chief of the Levites to appoint their brethren to be the singers with instruments of musick, psalteries and harps and cymbals, sounding, ...

1 Chronicles 15:16

So the Levites appointed Heman the son of Joel; and of his brethren, Asaph the son of Berechiah; and of the sons of Merari their brethren, Ethan the son of Kush...

1 Chronicles 15:17

And with them their brethren of the second degree, Zechariah, Ben, and Jaaziel, and Shemiramoth, and Jehiel, and Unni, Eliab, and Benaiah, and Maaseiah, and Mat...

1 Chronicles 15:18

Then on that day David delivered first this psalm to thank the Lord into the hand of Asaph and his brethren.

1 Chronicles 16:7

So he left there before the ark of the covenant of the Lord Asaph and his brethren, to minister before the ark continually, as every day’s work required:

1 Chronicles 16:37

And Obed–edom with their brethren, threescore and eight; Obed–edom also the son of Jeduthun and Hosah to be porters:

1 Chronicles 16:38

And Zadok the priest, and his brethren the priests, before the tabernacle of the Lord in the high place that was at Gibeon,

1 Chronicles 16:39

And Eleazar died, and had no sons, but daughters: and their brethren the sons of Kish took them.

1 Chronicles 23:22

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about prayer for others?
The Bible teaches that praying for others is one of the greatest expressions of love and faith we can offer. Scripture shows us countless examples of people interceding for loved ones, communities, and even enemies, demonstrating that God deeply values our concern for others' wellbeing. When we pray for someone else, we're participating in God's work of care and healing in their life.
What is the best Bible verse for prayer for others?
James 5:16 is particularly powerful: 'The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.' This verse reminds us that our sincere prayers on behalf of others truly matter and can bring about real change. It encourages us that when we pray with genuine hearts, God hears and responds in ways that make a difference.
How can Scripture help with prayer for others?
Scripture gives us both the words and the confidence to pray effectively for others by showing us what to ask for—things like wisdom, peace, healing, and strength. The Bible also reassures us that God cares deeply about the people we're praying for and wants to bless them. Reading Biblical prayers can inspire our own words and help us pray with greater faith and purpose.

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