Prayer First: Christian Focus
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About
This app helps Christians prioritize scripture over phone distractions in the morning. It blocks selected apps until you complete a Bible-focused action like opening a Bible app or journaling.
What's New in Prayer First
1.5.3
July 16, 2026
Improved onboarding reliability and under-the-hood analytics accuracy, with additional stability fixes.
Subscription plans
Prayer First Annual
Yearly access to all premium features
In-App Purchases
$99.99
Prayer First Lifetime
Unlock lifetime access to Prayer First
FAQ
What is Prayer First?
Prayer First is a productivity tool designed for Christians to help them prioritize scripture and spiritual practices over phone distractions, especially in the morning. It acts as a gate before digital feeds.
How does Prayer First work?
You select apps or categories that typically distract you. During your chosen 'prayer window,' these are blocked until you complete a scripture-first action, such as opening a supported Bible app, using a physical Bible timer, or writing a journal entry.
Can I use Prayer First for free?
Yes, you can use one protected app/category slot for free. Additional features like expanded app slots and custom lock windows are available through in-app purchases or subscriptions.
What are the subscription options for Prayer First?
Prayer First offers several subscription plans, including weekly and monthly options with prices ranging from $1.99 to $7.99 per month, and a specific student plan at $1.99/month.
Does Prayer First have ads?
No, Prayer First does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional in-app purchases for enhanced features.
Is my journal data private with Prayer First?
Yes, your journal entries and any optional photos are stored locally on your device, ensuring your privacy. Prayer First does not upload your selected app list or journal content to its servers.
What devices is Prayer First compatible with?
Prayer First is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It utilizes Apple's Screen Time privacy model on iPhones for its core functionality.
How often is Prayer First updated?
The latest version of Prayer First is 1.5.3, last updated on July 16, 2026. Updates typically address bug fixes, performance improvements, and potentially new features.