A Prayer to Prioritize Laughter | Your Daily Prayer

Life can easily become filled with stress, obligations, and discouragement. This prayer reminds us that God designed laughter and joy as gifts that strengthen our hearts and help us reflect His goodness.

Lia Girard

Published Jul 10, 2026

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Many of us have become so focused on responsibilities that we’ve forgotten how to laugh. Stress, worry, and endless obligations can quietly steal the joy God intended us to experience.

The Bible reminds us that “a cheerful heart is good medicine” (Proverbs 17:22). Joy isn’t ignoring life’s hardships—it’s choosing to recognize God’s goodness even in difficult seasons. Throughout Scripture, laughter and rejoicing are often connected to God’s faithfulness, reminding us that hope still has the final word.

Today’s prayer invites you to slow down, embrace God’s gift of joy, and allow laughter to become part of your daily walk with Him.

Scripture Referenced

Proverbs 17:22
Psalm 100:1
Nehemiah 8:10
Genesis 21:6

Originally published July 11, 2026.

Lia Girard author image bio photo Lia Girard is a seasoned writer, poet, and voice artist who formerly served as Faith Editor for Crosswalk.com. She currently co-hosts the Your Daily Prayer podcast on LifeAudio, and shares her peaceful, reflective poetry inspired by the wonders of nature on Instagram @wildpeace.poetry. Lia enjoys life with her husband and grown children, and walking in the woods with God.

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