Wow God! Thank you. Sorry. Please. 

“Pray all the time.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17



Prayer doesn’t have to be long or fancy. You don’t need a special place or a polished speech. You can talk to God any time, anywhere—while walking to school, washing dishes, or waiting in traffic.

In fact, prayer can be as simple as four small words that open big conversations with God:

Wow. Thank you. Sorry. Please.

Let’s take a look at what each one means—and how we can live them out in everyday life.

1. Wow God! — Spot the Wonder

Sometimes prayer starts not with words, but with wonder.

Take a moment to notice something that shows God’s creativity or goodness—something right in front of you. It could be a child’s laughter, the colours in the garden, or even the way someone’s kindness makes a dull day brighter.

“Wow” prayers remind us that God’s fingerprints are everywhere. They help us pause long enough to be amazed again.

“God, you are amazing. Wow, God!”

Try This;

Try starting each day with one “Wow” moment. Before checking your phone or rushing into the day, look out the window or step outside and name one thing that makes you say “Wow, God!” It could be the sunrise, the quiet, or just the breath in your lungs.

2. Thank You — Grateful Hearts

Gratitude is one of the most powerful prayers we can pray. It turns our attention from what’s missing to what’s already here.

Think of just one thing—big or small—that you’re thankful for today. Maybe it’s a warm home, a friend’s text, or the way God’s been faithful through another week.

When we start counting blessings, we find there are more than we can keep up with. And that’s the beauty of it—thankfulness builds joy.

“Thank you, God, for all the good things you give us, and thank you that your love never runs out. Amen.”

Try This;

Keep a simple “Thank You” list this week. Each day, jot down three things you’re thankful for—no repeats! By the end of the week, you’ll have a chain of gratitude long enough to lift your spirits and remind you how faithful God is.

3. Sorry - The Weight Lifted
We all carry things that make our hearts feel heavy—words we wish we hadn’t said, things we wish we’d done differently. But the good news is that Jesus invites us to lay those burdens down.

When we say “sorry,” we’re not trying to earn forgiveness. We’re receiving what’s already been given through Christ.

Imagine dropping that weight into His hands, hearing the splash of grace as it disappears beneath the surface.

“Thank you, Jesus, that you forgive us and make us clean and new. Amen.”

Try This;

Set aside a quiet moment this week—maybe at bedtime—and ask God to show you anything you need to say sorry for. Then thank Him for His forgiveness. If it involves another person, take the brave step to apologise or make things right.

4. Please — Asking Together

Finally, “please” prayers are where we bring our needs and hopes to God. We ask for help, healing, wisdom, peace—whatever’s on our hearts.

And sometimes, we do it together.

When one person prays, we all join in hope. When many voices rise with “please,” it’s a chorus of trust saying, “Lord, we give these things to you.”

“Please help us. We trust you. Amen.”

Try This;

This week, think of one person who needs help or encouragement. Pray for them—and if you can, let them know you did. A simple message like, “I prayed for you today,” can remind someone they’re not alone.

So, remember . . .

When prayer feels complicated, or you’re not sure what to say, just start here:

Wow. Thank You. Sorry. Please.

That’s enough.

Because God hears you—always.

“Pray all the time.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17

This article is based on the message shared at our 4Every1 Service on 16 Nov 2025 and the book "Wow God! Thank You Sorry Please - a kid's guide to prayer by Simon Camilleri

You can of course watch the full service here.