5 Best Morning Prayers to Begin Your Day

Crosswalk.com Editorial Staff
Updated Oct 27, 2023

Starting your day with a morning prayer is a powerful way to connect with God before the hustle and bustle that life brings. Setting aside time in the early morning hours to talk to God about your concerns, plans, and desires can help ground your faith as you rely on His strength and wisdom. When you seek God's presence in the morning, you will be reminded that he walks by your side throughout the day, working through the good and the bad. Use one of these daily morning prayers to start the with intentional focus on the positive and be encouraged by God's love for you. Here are powerful prayers to start your day the right way!

Prayer at the Start of the Day

This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." - Psalm 118:24

Each new day is a gift from the Lord, and we can be encouraged to rejoice and have a positive outlook as we begin your day in prayer. Every day is a divine creation, a unique opportunity, and a fresh start provided by the Lord. Even in challenging times, we can find reasons for celebration and contentment by acknowledging God's presence and providence in our lives. You can start your morning with faith, hope, and a heart full of praose for the blessings you receive each day.

Here is a sample morning prayer to start your day:

Father God, meet me as I start this day and open my eyes with gratitude to the many blessings around me today. Thank you for the gift of life and for the opportunities this day holds. Please guide my steps and my thoughts today. Help me to walk in your light and to make choices that honor you and reflect your love. Give me wisdom to make smart decisions and strength to face any challenges that may arise. Fill me with your peace, love, and joy, and help me to pass along your blessings to those I meet. Help me to be a source of encouragement to those around me. I place the plans for my day and the desires of my heart in your hands. Thank you for your presence with me always. I commit this day to you and ask for your guidance and protection. In Jesus' name, I pray, Amen.

Morning 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 have a steadfast, present Lord who isn't limited by specific events or times. He watches over all of our coming and going forever. You can rest knowing that as you start the day, God is with you and his protective presence goes with you wherever you go. Whether you face trials or harm today that is physical, emotional, or spiritual, God can equip you and protect you. Begin your day with peace and confidence as you trust in the safety and security of your loving Heavenly Father.

Here's a powerful morning prayer for God to keep us safe:

I pray for your protection as I start this day. You're like a safe place for me, and I can always count on you. Please keep me away from trouble and protect me from bad things. Wherever I am, I know you're looking out for me, fighting on my side every day. Your love, faithfulness, goodness, and kindness surround me every day, making me feel safe. Because of you, I don't have to be afraid of anything that might happen. I trust you, God, and I'm thankful for your love and protection. Amen.

Prayer for Strength

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31

Somedays it feels like life continues to take swings at us. This world leaves us weak and tired. It's important to remember to pause and ask God to fill up your tank. Whether you need physical, emotional, or spiritual strength - God is ready, willing, and able to give you the strength you need. We were not made to do this life alone. We are meant to lean on God for His power and glory. Starting each new day with a prayer for strength reminds us to turn to God and receive His power.

Here's an example morning prayer for when you feel weak:

Lord, thank you for this day. Thank you that you hold all of our days and know everything that will happen today. Please, go before me today. Give me strength in the midst of weariness and hope in the midst of any frustrations or hurts. I need you Lord, every hour, I need you. I surrender this day to you, trusting in your mercy, strength and grace. Amen

Prayer for Finding Purpose and Fulfillment

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." - Jeremiah 29:11

Somedays it may feel like you're just passing one day after another without any purpose or aim. The enemy's goal is to make you feel defeated and hopeless. But God has great plans for your life and wants to fill you with hope for the future! In the day ahead, we can ask God to open our eyes to his purpose for us. Use this prayer to see God's wisdom and guidance and be encouraged to stay focused on his purpose for your life.

Here's a comforting morning prayer for finding purpose in your day:

Dear God, I pray for your peace and covering over every decision I face today that it will serve toward your purpose for my life. Remind me that you are a God of comfort and clarity, not confusion. When anxiety or worry start to rise, help me to turn to you right away. Thank you that even when we don’t understand what our eyes see, your purpose is unfolding, you are working, and you are in control. Thank you for your promise of a life that is full of love and grace. Amen.

A Prayer to Feel God's Love

"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." - Romans 8:38-39

We can start our day with a sense of security and peace knowing that God's love toward us is unwavering. Nothing that happens today can seperate us from the love of God! Saying a prayer in the morning to thank God for His love is a powerful way to experience a heart of gratitude. It also reminds us to share God's love with others throughout our day.

A powerful morning prayer for God's love:

Holy Father, Thank you for being the source of all love and righteousness. Thank you for sending Jesus Christ to die so that my sins could be forgiven, and so that I could have a true loving relationship with You, the living God. Help me feel Your love today as I go through this world. Sometimes I know in my head that You love me, but in the midst of strife, it can be difficult to make that connection with my feelings and my heart. Help me feel the Holy Spirit, to walk in your power, and to be reminded of Your love regardless of what the day btings. I come to You in prayer so that I may fill myself up at the spring, for You are living water, and I am thirsty. Keep my eyes ever set on You, so that I will never forget how much You love me, and will for eternity. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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Every morning we bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

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