If you’re looking for a way to start your day with peace and purpose, prayer may be the answer.
Praying first thing in the morning can help center your thoughts and set the tone for the day ahead. Here are 10 prayers to use as a guide for your own personal morning prayer time.
“God, help me to remember that today is a new day, and I can choose how I want to spend it. Help me to be kind and patient with others, and to make good choices. Guide my steps today, and help me to stay close to you.”
“Lord, thank you for this new day. Thank you for giving me another chance to grow closer to you and live more fully in your ways. Help me this day to be attentive to your Spirit leading me, and give me strength when I am tempted towards sin. Help me to be thankful for the comforts of home and family, and help me to show gratitude for what I have. Help me to remember that there is so much more I want to do with my life, and thank you for giving me this day.”
“Lord, thank you for the work of your hands. Help me to let go of any feelings of guilt or shame that I may have about my past or present circumstances. Help me to remember that you have a plan for my life, and help me to be open to your direction. Help me to trust in you and give you total control over my life.”
“Lord, thank you for the gift of this day. Help me to use this day to serve you and others. Help me to be mindful of others, and help me to be thankful for the blessings I have in my life.”
“Lord, thank you for the beauty of this day. Help me to focus on the beauty of your creation and the gifts you have provided for me to enjoy. Help me to appreciate all that I have, and help me to be grateful all day long.”
“Lord, thank you for the joy of this day. Help me to be joyful in all that I do and know that you are with me every step of the way. Help me to be thankful for your blessings, and help me to live a life of gratitude.”
“Lord, thank you for the opportunity of this day. Help me to be thankful for all that I have in my life and know that there is always more to come. Help me to focus on the positive things in my life, and help me to see opportunities for growth in every situation.”
“Lord, thank you for the blessings in my life. Help me to be grateful and thankful for all that I have and know that there is always more to come. Help me to live a life of gratitude, and help me to see opportunities for growth every day.”
“Help me to be kind and compassionate towards those I meet today, and to forgive anyone who has wronged me.”
“Lord, help me this day to be mindful of your presence and make good decisions based on your guidance. Help me to be patient and understanding with others, and to work hard for the things that matter most to me. Amen.”
Saying prayers in the morning can help you stay focused and positive throughout the day. It can also give you a sense of peace and calmness that can be beneficial in difficult times. If you don’t currently say prayers in the morning, try incorporating one or two of the prayers from this article into your daily routine. You may be surprised at how much they can help you achieve your goals and remain positive throughout the day.
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