Daily prayer

Almighty God,

I come before You at the beginning of this day. Thank You that You already know what lies ahead and that I may live every moment under Your care.

Thank You that Your presence does not disappear when my path becomes difficult or uncertain. You remain faithful when my feelings change.

Today I think of Isaiah 40:31. Your Word teaches me that those who hope in You receive new strength. This means to me that weariness does not have the final word over my day. Renew me inwardly and give me courage to approach every task with perseverance.

Forgive me where disappointment has made me hard, bitter or discouraged. Keep the flame of hope burning in me. Give me patience for the process and faith to continue when I do not yet see change.

I pray for my family. Provide work, food, safety and rest where needed. Help me not only to notice their needs, but also to respond with an open heart.

Use my experience to stand with compassion beside someone else in a difficult time. I place the situation I cannot change and the outcome I cannot foresee in Your hands.

I entrust my life, my loved ones and my future completely to You.

In Jesus’ name. Amen.