If I don’t start my day with a prayer, I feel incomplete and unproductive throughout the day. Starting your day with morning prayers can elevate your spiritual life to another level (no pun intended).
Check out this scripture in Mark 1:35;
“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.”
Spending time with God in the morning while everyone is sleeping isn’t a new Christian fad. It’s a principle that even Jesus practices. But why did Jesus do it?
Prayer is communicating with the Father. This simple act gives you clarity, peace, and strength to make proper decisions throughout your day.
I encourage you to have quiet time with God as a part of your morning routine habits. Everyone’s morning prayer may differ depending on one’s needs. Here are the different types of morning prayers to jumpstart your day:
A Prayer of Gratitude
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
This kind of prayer is the best way to start your morning with a positive and thankful mindset. I wrote this post on 50 things to thank God for. That is if you are having difficulty expressing gratitude.
By expressing gratitude for the blessings in our lives, we acknowledge the goodness of God.
It’s easy for us to forget the little things in our lives so this prayer serves as a reminder to pray even in difficult times. God is still faithful!
A Short Prayer of Gratitude
Dear Heavenly Father,
I thank You for this new day that You have given me. Your mercies are new every morning, great is Your faithfulness (Lamentations 3:23). Lord, help me to seek You first in all that I do today.
For Your word says in Matthew 6:33, ‘Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.’ I am thankful for Your presence in my life. Thank you for guiding me through each day. Lord, I am grateful!
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
A Prayer for Guidance
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
That is one of my favorite scriptures! Why do we struggle to trust God when He knows all things?
Asking God for direction and wisdom for this day will help reduce anxiety. As we encounter people and situations throughout the day, we’ll need guidance in making decisions.
And one bad decision can cause great harm. So that’s why you need wisdom.
Take Solomon as an example. God appeared to him and offered him anything he desired. He didn’t ask for money. Instead, he asks for wisdom and discernment to be able to rule justly (1 Kings 3:5-9).
Let’s follow Solomon and pray for wisdom. Wisdom in business, dealing with people, or even making financial decisions.
A Short Prayer for Guidance
Dear Heavenly Father,
I ask that you guide me in the path of righteousness as I begin this new day. Let your word be a lamp to my feet and a light to my pathway (Psalm 119:105). Your word in Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds me to trust in you with all my heart and lean not on my own understanding.
Lord, I seek your wisdom and direction in all I do, knowing that you will make my pathway straight. May this morning prayer set the tone for the day ahead, filling me with your peace and presence.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer for Peace
“Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
With all the troubles in life, all we are looking for is peace. John 16:33 confirms that there are troubles in this world but Jesus Christ has overcome the world so that we may have peace.
The peace that God gives isn’t of this world. Oh, no! Start seeking the peace of God through prayer before you start your day.
Maybe you’re in a toxic situation or anxious, take a breath and start declaring peace over that situation. Jesus has already made you overcomer!
A Short Prayer for Peace
Dear Heavenly Father,
I come before You this morning seeking Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). Lord, I ask that Your peace reign in my heart and mind and protect me from every fear and anxiety (Philippians 4:6-7).
Today, guide my steps and fill my heart with Your love and compassion (Colossians 3:12). May Your presence go before me, bringing harmony and unity in all I do (Romans 15:5-6). Lord, grant me the strength to be a peacemaker and spread Your message of reconciliation to those around me (Matthew 5:9).
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer for Healing
“Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.” (3 John 2)
I remember when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Every day, I start with a prayer for healing. I was desperate for healing in my soul and body.
When I discovered that God’s will is for me to be healthy, I started meditating on healing scriptures.
The story of the paralyzed man in Matthew 9:1-8 shows that Jesus forgives sin and heals. If you believe Jesus forgives your sins when you pray then have that same faith when you pray for healing. Healing can be emotionally, spiritually, or physically.
A Short Prayer for Healing
Dear Heavenly Father,
I acknowledge you as Jehovah Rapha, my healer. Your word in Psalm 147:3 says that you heal the brokenhearted and bind up their wounds. Lord, I trust in your words and ask for your divine healing touch to restore my body, mind, and spirit.
I know you are with me, strengthening and upholding me as in Isaiah 41:10. Let your healing power flow through me today, bringing wholeness and peace.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
A Prayer for Strength
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)
When I need encouragement, I remind myself of the verse above. We need God’s strength to help us overcome temptations and trials throughout the day. In Ephesians 6:10 it encourages us to be strong in the Lord and His mighty power.
When you start the day with a prayer for strength, you acknowledge your need for God’s help in facing the challenges ahead.
A Short Prayer for Strength
Dear Heavenly Father,
I need Your strength and guidance as I face the challenges of a new day. Your word in Philippians 4:13 reminds me that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
There is nothing that I will face today that you didn’t give me the power to overcome. Give me peace and courage as I navigate the day ahead.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
A Prayer of Offering
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.” (Romans 12:1)
It is through surrendering to God that we find strength, comfort, and direction in our lives. Offering your body as a living sacrifice in prayer is a powerful and transformative act of worship.
When you dedicate yourselves in prayer as in surrendering, you align your will with God’s. Surrendering means you’re offering your desires for His divine purpose.
A Short Prayer of Offering and Sacrifice
Heavenly Father,
I come before you with a heart full of gratitude, ready to offer myself as a living sacrifice to you. Teach me how to walk in obedience and humility before you.
Today, I honor you through my thoughts, words, and actions. Let my prayer and offering be a sweet aroma to you, as I dwell in your presence today.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer of Intercession
“Therefore I urge first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people.” (1 Timothy 2:1)
This is when you’ll pray for others including loved ones and strangers. Interceding for others is a powerful act of love and compassion.
Intercede for those in need, the sick, the oppressed, the lost, the brokenhearted, and those facing challenges or difficulties.
James 5:16 also highlights the significance of praying for others. It states, “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
A Short Prayer of Intercession
Dear Heavenly Father,
I intercede on behalf of government leaders of this country as instructed in 1 Timothy 2:1-2, “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.”
Lord, grant wisdom and discernment to those in authority so that they may govern with justice, mercy, and integrity. O Lord, may your will be done on earth as in heaven.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
A Prayer of Praise
“Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation! Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with cheerful song.” (Psalm 95:1-2)
What better way to start your morning? I start every prayer with praise and worship. Psalm 59:16, says, “But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble.”
The fact that you woke up to see another day is enough to praise the Lord. When you turn to praise in the morning, you’re acknowledging the sovereignty of the Lord.
That includes His grace, mercy, love, and blessings. Praise is another way to express gratitude to God. I love to say that Praise is Faith in motion.
A Short Prayer of Praise
Heavenly Father,
I come before You this morning to give thanks and praise for Your unfailing love and mercies. Lord, I thank You for this new day and the opportunity to come before Your presence.
Your word in Philippians 4:6 reminds me not to be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, to present my requests to you. Thank you for hearing my prayers and that all the promises of God in Christ Jesus are yes and amen (2 Corinthians 1:20).
A Prayer for Protection
“The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” (Psalm 121:7-8)
We can only find safety and refuge in God. Proverbs 18:10 highlights that the name of the Lord is a strong tower where the righteous can run to and be safe.
If you’re a parent then, you understand the importance of praying for protection over your children. It’s impossible to watch over your children or loved ones 24/7. Instead, we need to depend on the power of God.
A Short Morning Prayer for Protection
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord, I ask for Your divine protection over myself and my family. Your word in Psalm 91:11 assures me that You will command Your angels concerning us to guard us in all our ways. I pray that Your angels will surround us and keep us safe from all harm and danger.
In Jesus Name, Amen.
A Prayer for Patience
“The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.” (Ecclesiastes 7:8)
This gospel song, ‘Wait on You’ by Elevation Worship and Maverick City sums up what it means to be patient. Sometimes it can be hard to be patient especially if you’re waiting on something for a long time.
Romans 12:12 states to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. This verse refers to Patience as a key to enduring difficulties.
But what’s the benefit of being patient? James 1:3-4 encourages us to embrace trials with patience, as they produce perseverance and maturity in our faith.
So let’s trust in God’s perfect timing with the knowing that he will sustain us through every tribulation. Also, please don’t mistake patience for being passive.
A Short Prayer for Patience
Dear Heavenly,
I ask that you give me the strength to endure trials with Patience knowing that Your plans for me are good. Help me to wait upon You and trust in Your timing, for Your ways are higher than my ways. I pray that I find peace and comfort in Your perfect timing as I wait on you.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Conclusion
These morning prayers to start your day are the best way to jumpstart your morning on the right path. Whether it’s expressing gratitude or offering praise, prayer is a powerful way to connect with the Heavenly Father.
Depending on your need, you can select and personalize each prayer to make it suitable for you that day. Whatever you’re going through, remember Jesus is the answer!