Morning Prayer

Father God,

Thank you for the gift of this good day. Thank you for our rest, our food, our warm homes, our families, the provision you give us, and the purposes you have for each of our lives. Thank you for the ways in which you are calling us by Holy Spirit to become more like you; give us courage to go where you call us to go, no matter what. As we begin this day, we pray that you would help us to hear and see you in each moment of it. Hold us in the palms of your hands when we are struggling or overwhelmed. Provide encouragement, friendship, financial resources, wisdom and direction, peace that passes understanding – whatever we need for this day. We put on the full armor of God so we can take our stand against the devil’s schemes. We put on the helmet of salvation, the breastplate of righteousness, the belt of truth, the shoes of peace, the shield of faith and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. We pray your protection over our bodies, minds, souls, spirits, immune systems, properties, livelihoods, and relationships and we pray your provision, protection, blessing and favor upon our families. Give us more love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self control as we grow more and more in Holy Spirit. We pray all this in the strong name of Christ, Amen.