Dear heavenly Father,

Bless this day which You have made and and all that it entails; let us rejoice and be glad in it. 

Bless this house and give all who live here strength, courage and wisdom, guiding our steps as we navigate our day, keeping us safe from the pitfalls this world presents to us. Take care of us, Lord, as we face our challenges, whether they be physical, mental or spiritual, and help us to guard our hearts. Help us, also, to remember that Your ways are not our ways, that we are called to be set-apart, to resist and with Your help conquer the temptations of the flesh in whatever form they occur, so that we may seek the narrow path, hearing the call of Your holy spirit which compels us to pursue and follow You.

And as for me, I would also ask that You guide me through this day into Your perfect peace, helping me to do Your will as it unfolds. Let my interactions with others be as You direct, reminding me to show them grace and compassion, kindness and patience, and most of all love, Your love. Let me be full of You and not me. Give me Your words to speak to others, Your ways to show them, and let Your light shine through me into their lives.

Thank You, Lord, for Your loving kindness and faithfulness.

Amen