How to Use a NAS Bible as Your Prayer Bible

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Creating a Prayer Bible is a beautiful way to slow down, connect with Scripture, and keep your prayers close to God’s Word. This page is meant to gently guide you as you set up and use a New American Standard (NAS) Bible as your personal Prayer Bible.

Whether you are just starting or transitioning from another translation, this guide shares ideas, encouragement, and simple ways to make your Prayer Bible meaningful and manageable.

If you’re looking for a gentle and meaningful way to pray through Scripture, this guide shares how I use my NAS Bible as a Prayer Bible, with simple tips, ideas, and encouragement to help you get started.

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I'm working on adding my tabs, highlighting the verses, and adding all my other information. I will do a flip-through, etc, when it's further along. 

Why Choose the NAS Bible for a Prayer Bible?

The New American Standard Bible (NAS) is known for its accuracy and clarity. Many people love using it as a Prayer Bible because:

  • It stays close to the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts

  • The wording is clear and precise for prayer and reflection

  • It works well for verse-by-verse prayers

  • It encourages deeper focus and intentional reading

Using the NAS Bible for prayer can help you pray Scripture faithfully while keeping your heart centered on God’s Word.

What Is a Prayer Bible?

A Prayer Bible is a Bible you intentionally use to:

  • Write prayers in the margins

  • Highlight verses you are praying over

  • Track answered prayers

  • Record dates, names, and prayer requests

  • Reflect on what God is teaching you

There is no “right” or “wrong” way to create one — it is personal, prayerful, and meant to grow with you.

Getting Started with Your NAS Prayer Bible

1. Choose Your Supplies (Optional)

You can keep this very simple or make it creative. Use what you already have.

Ideas include:

  • Pens or pencils

  • Highlighters

  • Mildliners or colored pens

  • Sticky notes or tabs

  • Stickers or washi tape (optional)

Remember: your Prayer Bible does not need to be perfect. It only needs to be used.

2. Create a Simple Prayer Key (Optional)

Some people like to use a small color key in the front of their Bible. For example:

  • 💙 Blue: Family prayers

  • 💜 Purple: Health & healing

  • 💚 Green: Gratitude & praise

  • 🧡 Orange: Guidance & decisions

This helps you quickly see what you’ve been praying over without rereading everything.

How to Pray Using the NAS Bible

Here are a few gentle ways to pray directly from Scripture:

✨ Verse-Based Prayer

Write a short prayer next to a verse that stands out to you. Example:

“Lord, help me trust You with this situation and rest in Your promises.”

Add names, dates, or specific situations as you pray.

✨ Name-Specific Prayers

When praying for others, write their name next to a verse and the date you prayed for them. You can come back later and see how God has worked.

✨ Ongoing Prayers

Some prayers take time. You can:

  • Add checkmarks when you pray again

  • Circle the date when the prayer is answered

  • Write short reflections as you wait

Keeping Your Prayer Bible Consistent (Without Pressure)

You do not need to use your Prayer Bible every day. Consistency looks different for everyone.

Helpful ideas:

  • Keep it near your regular reading spot

  • Use it during quiet time or before bed

  • Pray one verse at a time

  • Return to the same verse over multiple days

Grace matters more than routines.

Switching from Another Translation to NAS

If you were previously using another Bible translation, it’s okay if this feels different at first.

Tips:

  • Take your time getting familiar with the wording

  • Compare verses if helpful

  • Focus on prayer, not perfection

  • Allow yourself to grow into it

Your Prayer Bible should support your walk, not complicate it.

A Gentle Reminder

Your NAS Prayer Bible is not about neat handwriting, perfect notes, or finished pages.

It is about:

  • Showing up

  • Spending time with God

  • Praying His Word

  • Trusting Him with your heart

Let it be real. Let it be prayerful. Let it be yours.

Final Encouragement

If you’re just getting started, begin with one verse and one prayer. Over time, your NAS Prayer Bible will become a treasured record of God’s faithfulness.

Thank you for stopping by and allowing me to share what has helped me. I hope this page encourages you as you create your own Prayer Bible.

💛 Happy praying

🌿 Simple Prayer Key (Example)

Use colors, symbols, or notes — choose what works for you.

  • 💙 Family & Loved Ones

  • 💜 Health & Healing

  • 💚 Gratitude & Praise

  • 🧡 Guidance & Decisions

  • ❤️ Salvation & Spiritual Growth

  • ⭐ Answered Prayers

Tip: Write your key on the inside cover or tape it to the back of your Bible.


🌿 Prayer Bible Starter Guide

How to Begin:

  1. Open your NAS Bible and choose one verse

  2. Read it slowly

  3. Write a short prayer beside it

  4. Add a name, date, or situation

  5. Return to the verse anytime you need encouragement

Remember:

  • One verse is enough

  • Messy notes are okay

  • This is between you and God


Your Prayer Bible doesn’t have to be finished or perfect. It simply needs to be open and used.

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