![]() I know that nothing in this world can separate me from your steadfast love. ![]() I know that because of you I am ultimately a victor over the trials in my life. Help me to stop trying to outrun my pain but rather run with endurance the race you have set before me. I feel like I’ve been running forever, trying to outrun this trial. Lord, I am weary and don’t know when this “race” will end in my life. We ask for your grace to cover our lives this day. We ask that your peace lead us, that it would guard our hearts and minds in you. Thank you that your presence goes with us, and that your joy is never dependent on our circumstances, but it is our true and lasting strength, no matter what we're up against. Thank you that you are greater than anything we may face in our day. Let your Spirit and power breathe in us, through us, again, fresh and new. Give us wisdom to make the best choices, fill us with a desire to seek after you more than anything else in this world. Enlighten the eyes of our heart that we might see you, and notice how you're at work through our lives. Amen.ĭear God, at the start of each day, help us to recognize you above all else. Lord, help me to remember forever what a gift it is to sit with You like this. But what's most amazing is that the Savior of the world would desire a few minutes with me this morning. I recognize Your love for me is not based on my performance. But right now, I consciously tuck Your whisper of absolute love for me into the deepest part of my heart. And finally, help me to rest in the truth of Psalm 86:13, 'Great is your love toward me.' You already see the ways I will fall short and mess up. Help me to embrace what comes my way as an opportunity. And keep me from being distracted by MY wants, MY desires, MY thoughts on how things should be. Protect me from my own careless thoughts, words, and actions. Help me to keep my heart pure and undivided. Help me walk by the Word and not my feelings. Teach me how to choose only Your way today so each step will lead me closer to You. Lord, may nothing separate me from You today. Print them and keep them by your bedside, in the car, or at work to remind yourself to start your day with God! 1. Download your own personal PDF copy of these beautiful morning prayers HERE. Embrace the presence of God every morning, safeguarding your connection with Him before the demands of the day divert your energy and focus towards numerous tasksĮxplore these beloved morning prayers to begin your day in the presence of the Lord. In a world filled with distractions and demands, starting the day with a morning prayer reminds you to prioritize your faith journey before your feet hit the ground running. Whether you need encouragement, inner peace, or strength for the day ahead, God can meet you in a very real and present way when you bring your worries and concerns to Him. If there are any students or community members that are being impacted by these events, or other traumatic experiences, please consider reaching out so that we can be of support to you.A morning prayer is a wonderful way to focus your time and attention on seeking God's plan for the day ahead. In prayer, God keeps calling us, opening our hearts to charity. May we reach out in any way we can to help those in need and redouble our kindness and goodwill to those near to us. This tragedy, so disruptive to so many at what should be a joyful time of year, brings into focus our own bountiful blessings as we await, in relative peace and comfort, the arrival of Christmas. The American Red Cross and the Salvation Army are among those providing assistance. While we can remember in our thoughts and prayers all those affected by this widespread natural disaster, relief agencies also will need help to meet victims’ needs. Thousands more were left homeless in that state and in Illinois, Tennessee, Missouri and Arkansas many more will struggle until power can be restored. In Kentucky, where 64 died, those killed ranged in age from 5 months to 86 years. Our own Gonzaga community includes members with ties to those areas.Īt least 80 deaths are confirmed as the search through the rubble continues. In the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes that struck five states Friday night and early Saturday, we are mindful of the tremendous loss and suffering of our fellow citizens there – especially as Christmas approaches. Thoughts & Prayers for Those Impacted by Recent Tornadoes Gonzaga Students, Families and Colleagues
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