Morning Prayer for Today
Introduction
Each day begins with a choice—to rush or to rest, to worry or to trust. Morning prayer invites us to pause before the day carries us away. We don’t need to have it all figured out; we just need to begin with God. The goal isn’t perfection, but presence.
This prayer is a simple reminder that today is enough. You don’t have to reach for tomorrow or regret yesterday. God meets you right here, in this moment, with mercy that is new every morning. Take a breath. Offer it to God. That’s where prayer begins.
Scripture
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
— Lamentations 3:22–23 (NRSV)
Reflection
Every morning, God starts over with us. Yesterday’s mistakes do not define us; today’s mercies renew us. The prophet who wrote these words wasn’t living an easy life—he was surrounded by loss and uncertainty—and yet he found hope in God’s faithfulness. If he could say great is your faithfulness from the ruins, so can we.
Morning prayer doesn’t require many words. It just needs a willing heart. When we pray, we step into alignment with grace, remembering that whatever this day holds, God holds us. Each sunrise is both a promise and a prayer: God is not done with us yet.
A Simple Morning Prayer
Gracious God, thank you for this new day and your new mercies. {pause}
Let me walk through today with gratitude, not hurry. {pause}
When I am distracted, bring me back to your peace. {pause}
When I am anxious, remind me that you are near. {pause}
Help me to use this day well—to love, to serve, and to trust you in all things. Amen. {pause}
A Prayer for Kids and Grandkids
Dear God, thank you for this new day! {pause}
Help me to be kind, to do my best, and to remember that you love me. {pause}
Thank you for new mornings and second chances. Amen. {pause}
