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Safe Journey Prayer: A Prayer for Family Protection When Traveling

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Ask yourself these questions: “Why do I pray?” and “When do I pray?” Some people pray for thanksgiving, some ask for forgiveness, while others pray for guidance, safekeeping, and protection. It may occur daily, often, or every once in a blue moon. Regardless of how frequent it is, prayer is a bridge for us to converse with God—to talk to Him, to ask for His grace and for our personal intentions. 

Oftentimes, we pray when we need something, and we wish something for ourselves. But, as we talk to God, let us also include others in our prayers. Pray for and pray with the family. It’s one of the best and valuable gifts we could ever give to a person.

There are times when we need to go on a long journey or to travel for work or for school. And, when we pray for our safety, it gives us comfort. It is highly recommended for each and everyone to start their journey with a prayer. Ask for the Lord’s guidance and protection upon departing, and give praise and thanksgiving when you arrive at your destination. 

Prayer helps us ease and calm our minds because God is with us. As said in 1 John 5:4, “Faith can overcome anything.”

Converse with God through This Prayer Points for Traveling

“Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” —Philippians 4:6 

Start your conversation with God with these prayer points, asking for His blessing, grace, and protection when traveling.

Pray for a Safe Travel

This is usually our intention when we pray—for us to be safe. We pray that our drivers or captains will drive us safely and protect us from any travel harm. For sure, God has heard your prayer through this Bible verse from Luke 4:10, “He will command His angels concerning you to guard you carefully.” 

Dear God,

We come to You in prayer today to pray for a safe trip. Please ensure we have a smooth journey and a safe flight. I pray for nothing but a wonderful time filled with happy memories. I pray for the airplane captain, the flight attendant, and our fellow passengers journeying with us. I pray it is a beautiful journey as we bask in Your invisible protection. We pray these things in Jesus’ name, amen!

Pray for a Stress-Free Travel

Let us also pray that the travel you are about to embark on would be smooth and stress-free. Pray that everything will be according to plan and God’s will. “You will travel safely, you will neither tire nor trip… because God will be right there with you. He will keep you safe and sound” (Proverbs 3:23, 26)

Dear Heavenly Father,

I ask that You guide every single step of the journey we are about to embark upon. We are about to go on a road trip, and I pray that You keep each of us from harm. Please bless the roads we travel upon and the other drivers we drive around. I pray for safe driving from everyone and that everyone is paying close attention on this upcoming trip. I pray You to help us have a lovely time and make unforgettable memories on our trip. Thank You Lord for Your divine protection and grace. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Pray to Ease Your Travel-Related Anxieties

Whenever you feel uneasy, worried, and anxious before or during traveling, always cling to God, and ask for His guidance and grace. Doing so can calm your mind and soul, ensuring that everything will be alright. 

Remember what was written in Deuteronomy 31:8 “The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged.”

Dear God,

You know my heart and the anxiety that I have about traveling. I pray for this journey to be a beautiful experience with a safe return. I pray that every single moment is a great memory and that my mind not dwell on what could happen. I pray for a safe arrival, and I place all my trust in you as I know you are in absolute control. I ask these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

Pray for a Blessed Trip

As you embark on a new trip, may God bless you fervently. May this Bible verse help you compose a prayer, asking His blessing for this trip, “The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord makes his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lifts up his countenance upon you and gives you peace.” (Numbers 6:24-26)

Dear God,

I pray that You bless this wonderful journey we embark upon. I pray that it be a beautiful trip and an amazing time for everyone coming. I pray for an alert mind and the trust that you hold us in your arm of safety. Please allow us to focus on this memorable journey you have blessed us with, and that we have a safe and beautiful arrival at our destination. We pray these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

Pray for Those Traveling with Kids

There are times when we travel with our kids and family. Remember that the Lord will keep you from all harm. As said in Psalm 121:7-8, “He will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” He will watch over you and your kids, and He will keep you in His loving arms and protect you all from evil.

Pray for Those Left at Home

Let us also not forget our loved ones who are left at home when we travel. May they be healthy and safe while we are away. Let us pray for God’s blessing and grace to calm their minds and ease their worries away as we leave our homes without them. May they be protected and guarded by our guardian angels sent by the Lord.

Sample Prayers for a Safe Journey

Have a meaningful and solemn conversation with God through these sample prayers, asking for His protection, guidance, and grace for a safe journey ahead with each prayer point enumerated above:

Prayer for Anxiety-Free Traveling

“Heavenly Father, as I start my journey today, please keep me safe and free from any harm. Embrace me with Your Spirit to calm and ease my anxious mind and heart. I am worried of the various uncertainties that lie ahead, Lord God. May this journey be filled with peace and serenity. Please lead the way, Lord, and I will follow what You have written for me. May I make most out of this trip, and offer all of these things to You, Lord.

Amen.”

Prayer for Traveling Safe

“Almighty Father, we thank you for blessing and providing us a trip that binds us together. As we come to You in this prayer, O Lord, we ask that this may be a blessed trip, for You are with us on this journey. 

Please keep us safe all the time, Lord. May we enjoy the presence of one another, and cherish Your wonderful creation on this vacation. Please guide us on our way and back to our homes safely. We ask these through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son.

Amen.”

Prayer for Traveling with Kids

“Lord God, thank you for this opportunity to have a family trip with my kids. As we go along on this journey, I wish nothing but the best for my kids; may they be healthy enough for this trip. I pray that they will enjoy and be happy all throughout this journey. 

Enlighten me, Lord, to keep an eye on my kids’ well-being. May I be sensitive enough if they are tired, so that we can pause or rest. I genuinely pray for their utmost happiness, safety, and best of health. 

In Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Prayer for Those Left at Home

“Dear God, as I leave my home and family, I pray for our safety. Please protect me, as well as my family. I leave them up to you, Lord. Please watch over them, and may they be free from harm. Bless their minds and souls to not worry for me, as You are with me on this journey. With You, I know we will all be safe. Amen.”

Prayer for Family Protection When Traveling

“Heavenly Father, we come to you in prayer to give thanks for this day and the opportunity to travel. We ask for your grace and protection on our journey. 

Please keep us safe, Lord. Calm our minds and ease our worries and anxieties, and give us the peace that this will be a fruitful and blessed trip. Send us your Holy Spirit to guide us in everything we do. 

Please bless and protect my family whom I left at home. May they be safe, too, Lord. We ask these through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with You, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever. Amen.”

Final Thoughts

Most of the time, prayer is the strongest weapon in our everyday battles. It can be worrisome and often stressful, causing us to panic or have anxieties when traveling or when family members travel. Indeed, prayer is a good kickstart to lessen our worries, and trust we’re traveling safe. When we have God with us, for sure, we will never be lost. Instead, He will always lead us to the right path.

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Father’s Day Prayers To Say For Dad (And A Few For Husbands, Grandfathers, and Sons)

By Gathered Again

Introduction

Father’s Day is a special day to celebrate the fathers in our lives. But, with all the last-minute Father’s Day gift shopping, camping, cookouts, hotdogs, hamburgers, and presents, it can be easy to forget that fathers need prayer too.

Whether you pray for a hardworking father who has everything in life, you need a prayer for a father’s day dinner, or you’re thinking about a father who is no longer with us, these prayers are for you to use to honor and pray for your father.

Why we should pray for our fathers

God loves fathers and rewards them for their dedication, hard work, and selfless nature. Unfortunately, as children, we often take our fathers for granted until we grow up and have our own children. Then we fully understand how hard our fathers worked to provide for us and give us a good life.

Praying for our fathers serves a few purposes:

  1. It sets aside time for us to think about the needs, struggles, and concerns our fathers might be going through.
  2. It lifts our father up to God in prayer so we can ask God for his needs.
  3. Prayer allows us to thank God for placing someone in our life who is so special to us.
  4. It will enable us to take time to pray for someone who we might not pray for as often.

Affordable Father’s Day gifts are nice, but let’s not skimp on the Father’s Day prayers! Here are some ideas on praying for our fathers on this special day.

A Prayer For All Fathers

Dear God, thank You for our fathers. We are so grateful for the gift of our fathers. They are such an important part of our lives. We pray that You would bless our fathers. We pray that You will give them wisdom and strength. We pray that You would give them Your peace. We pray that You would surround them with Your love. We pray that You would bless their relationships with their wives and children. We pray that You would use them to make a positive difference in this world. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

A Prayer For Your Father’s Physical Health

Dear God, I come before You today to pray for my father’s physical health. Help him to take care of his body in the ways You or his doctors have advised him. Give him an understanding of what it means to take care of himself and how that reflects the way You take care of him. Grant him the ability to make the choices that bring him health in body, mind, and spirit. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

Pray For Your Father’s Spiritual Health

Father God, I pray for my father’s spiritual health. Please help him to see the truth in Your Word. Help him to be open to the things of the spirit, not just the things of the flesh. I pray that You’ll protect my father from the enemy’s attacks. Please surround him with Your love and protection. Guard him against depression and any other spiritual attacks. I know that my father is a flawed human being, but help him to see his need for You. Help him to turn to You and find forgiveness and salvation. I pray this in Your wonderful name, Jesus, Amen. 

Pray For Your Father’s Relationships

Dear God, I thank You for my father and ask that You help him in all of his relationships. Please strengthen his relationship with mom, as well as his relationships at work. Help him to be a good example and a positive influence to all those he meets. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

A Prayer For Our Father’s Wisdom

Dear God, I pray for our father’s wisdom to guide the family. Help him to develop long-term goals that are worthy. Help him to realize the importance of the home and Your teachings. May his work glorify You and motivate all of us to pursue spiritual and righteous goals. I ask these things in Jesus’ name, Amen.

Prayer For My Father’s Strength

Dear God, I thank You for my father and the example he has been to me. Please help him to have the strength to carry on, knowing that You are with him wherever he goes and whatever he does. Help him to recognize the gifts You have given him and to use them to serve others. Give him the courage to face his weaknesses and the patience to understand his mistakes. And as he faces the challenges of this day, please be with him and protect him from harm. Thank You for this man who is doing his best to be a father, to raise me in Your way and according to Your commands. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Protection

Dear God, I come before You today to thank You for the influence my father has had on my life. I pray that You protect my father from all harm today and surround him with Your loving arms. Please give him the strength to face the challenges he faces today and a sense of peace as he ponders his role in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Provision

Father God, please hear my heart as I come before You in prayer. I ask that You would please bless my father with spiritual and financial provision. I thank You that You take care of us and that You will satisfy all of our needs. Help my father to be content in wherever You have placed him and to be willing to submit to Your plans for his life. In Christ, I have peace, and I pray this for my father too. Help him to be calm and peaceful as he goes through his day. Help him to have favor and opportunities come his way as You guide the hands of others. Help him to be more like You in character and in how he treats people. In Jesus’ name, Amen!

Pray for Your Father’s Work

God, I come before You today because my dad works very hard at a difficult job. Help him to be patient and to treat other people with kindness. If You see problems at his work, give him the ideas and courage to fix them. Help him to do his job in a way that glorifies You. Please guide his hands and give him the strength and safety to do the work You have given him. Help him to be wise and to know when to ask for help. Thank You for the gifts You have given him, including personality, talents, and strengths. Help him to use them in the ways You want him to. I pray this in Jesus’ Holy name, amen.

Pray for Your Father’s Joy

Thank You, Lord! I come before You today to thank You for your goodness and to pray joy upon my father’s life. I ask that You please fill his heart with overflowing joy, spread Your love through all that he does, and grant him contentment and peace. May all that meet him see Your hand in his life and rejoice and be glad. I thank You for this man that You have created, molded, and shaped. Help him to see the amazing legacy that You have for him and enable him to live in accordance with it. I ask these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

Prayers for a Father Who Is Struggling

Please, God, I come before You in prayer, asking for strength, courage, and wisdom for my father. Help him to overcome his weaknesses and to realize his strengths. Give him comfort, peace, joy, a sense of purpose, and hope for the future. Give him a renewed sense of love for You and a new enthusiasm for life. I pray for miracles bigger than even my father imagines. I pray this in the Savior’s name, amen.

A Prayer for Fathers Who Are in Heaven

Praise You, God! I’m praying to You today because I know that You can give me comfort. I’m praying for my father, who has passed from this world into the next. Please watch over him, God, and comfort him. Please be with him and give him joy in his new home in You. Help me to be patient, knowing that he is in the best place he could ever be, knowing that we will see each other again. I pray all of this in Your holy name, amen.

A Prayer for Fathers Who Are in Jail

Heavenly Father, I humbly pray to You today because I am missing my father. Right now, he is in jail because of the decisions that he has made. For that, I am heartbroken, and I am still praying for his change. I pray that You will watch over him and keep him safe. I pray that when he comes out, You will help him realize his mistakes and make changes. I pray that You will protect my mother, whose heart has been shattered by his wrong choices. I pray that You will help her Guide our family with strength and determination. I pray that You will watch over my siblings and me. I pray that You will make us strong and teach us to be better people just like You. I pray these things in Jesus’ Holy name, amen.

A Prayer for My Stepfather

Father God, I come before You in prayer to thank You for the life of my stepfather. When I was young, You blessed me by placing him in my life. Even when my own father was missing from our home, You provided me with wonderful memories through him. Thank You for the way You blessed him with talents and gifts. He was a good husband to my mother, a good father to his own children, and a good father figure to me. Help me to remember all the times You provided for us, and all the times You blessed us with Your grace. I ask that You continue to protect him and keep him. I pray these things in Jesus’ name, amen.

A Prayer for a New Father

Heavenly Father, I’m praying to You today for [father’s name], who is a new father today. Please help him to become the kind of father to his baby that You would have him be. Please give him the wisdom to know his own limitations and Your strength to overcome them when they crop up. Please make him aware of the next steps in getting more involved in the baby’s life. Please give him and his family the strength, understanding, and patience to deal with issues that may arise. In Your wisdom, You have blessed him with a child. In Your mercy, please help him become the father the child needs and that his family deserves. Amen.

A Prayer for Grandfathers

Dear God, I’m praying to You today for my Grandfather this father’s day. I ask that You please bless him with good health and strength. Please watch over him and keep him safe. Help him to be a good example to his family. Use him to serve You in ways that he may not even know. 

Please soften his heart towards those he may have difficulties with. Forgive him for his shortcomings. May You richly bless him and my grandmother; please look over their children, grandchildren, and all of the people that they love. May You shower them with blessings and protection. In Jesus’s precious name, I pray, Amen. 

A Father’s Day Prayer for My Son Who is a Father

Heavenly Father, I come before You in prayer as I do every day, but today my prayer is special. Today I pray for my son. My baby boy has become a father, and I am so happy for him. I pray that You will be with him and guide him as he grows into the best father and man he can be. Protect his relationship with his wife. May it be a foundation for all that they build together. Give them the flexibility to negotiate their roles and the ability to change as life requires. May they balance each other in terms of what each is able to give and do.

Guide them in their parenting style. Help them to understand and pass down Your wisdom and values, the wisdom and values You gave to me. Help them to discipline with strength, but also with tenderness. Help them to set boundaries and to stick with them. And when they are tired, to perhaps lean on others and accept help. I pray this in Your mighty name, Jesus, amen.

A Prayer for My Husband

Dear God, I’m praying to You today for my husband. He has been such a blessing to our family. He is a hard worker, and he puts his family first. My husband is a good man and a great father. Our children have so many wonderful memories because of the time he took to create adventures for them and to be present in their lives. I thank You for my husband and all that he does for our family.

Please continue to protect him, keep him safe, and guide his steps. Grant him wisdom and the ability to make good decisions. I pray that You will reward my husband for his sacrifices and contributions. May You continue to bless him and our family in abundance. Amen.

A Prayer for My Father-In-Law

Father God, I come before You in prayer to thank You for my father-in-law. Thank You for the strong influence he had on my husband. Thank You for the example You planted in his heart that he continues to follow. Help us to follow his example as well, even in the little things.

Help us to be as generous, kind, and patient as he is. Give us the same joy You have given him in parenting his grandchildren. Thank You for the gift of my father-in-law to my husband and children. I pray for continued health and happiness for him. Help us to follow Your will for our lives in happiness and health. Help us to be as fulfilled and happy as he is. In Jesus’ name, amen.

A Prayer of Thanksgiving for My Father

Thank You, God. I humbly pray to You today because my father taught me to work hard and strive for success. He taught me to be humble and gracious. He showed me by his own example how to follow You. I thank You for the example he set and the way he influenced my life for the better. I pray that You bless his life and his future endeavors. In Jesus’ name, I pray, amen.

Father’s Day Prayers Wrap-Up

Prayer is a powerful way to connect with your father on Father’s Day. By taking the time to pray, you can show your father how much you care about him and appreciate all he has done.

Praying for our fathers is a great way to show them how much we love and appreciate them. Let us all take some time to pray for our fathers on this Father’s Day.

Morning Prayers for the Family to Start Your Day

By Gathered Again

How you start the morning affects your mood the whole day. If you wake up feeling grumpy and annoyed, you would most likely feel testy and unappreciative the whole time. However, if you start the morning right with family morning prayers, it would surely affect your day on a positive note.

Starting the day with morning prayers set the tone, as you’re seeking God’s grace and guidance for what’s ahead. Whatever you’re asking for— safety, peace, strength, or something else—lift them all up in the morning before you get swept by the day’s demands. 

Partaking in morning prayers with your whole family is a gratifying habit wherein you focus your time and attention to God. It is very important to set a moment with Him, and doing this with your children would establish and strengthen their faith in God at a young age. It would also help in the strengthening of your family relationship, as you’re centering it in Christ.

Morning Prayer Points

Prayer points are basically outlines of our prayers. These are our intentions that we want to lift up to God. Most often, prayer points are rooted from Bible principles, statements, beliefs, and affirmations. For some, they use prayer points as a guide so they could fluently pray, without having to think about their intentions on the spot.

Here, we have listed some general prayer points every family should include in their morning prayers.

Thanksgiving for a new day

This is the day which the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.

Psalm 118:24

Waking up to a new day is a blessing in itself; make sure not to take it for granted. And, give thanks to the Lord for giving you and your family a brand new day to experience and delight upon.

Giving thanks to the Lord at the start of the day would also keep you and your family filled with gratitude and love, reminding you of the blessings you are given every waking moment.

Asking for God’s presence and guidance

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.

Psalm 119:105

There are days when we just need a reminder that God is there with us every step of the way. Perhaps, you feel that it would be a challenging day ahead or your child is dreading to go to school, don’t forget to lift it all to Him. Ask for God’s presence and guidance for you and your family to overcome whatever is ahead.

Pray for strength and wisdom

I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

Philippians 4:13

There are a lot of trials and obstacles that may come in one’s life. And, sometimes there are days when we just don’t feel like praying; this is all the more reason to pray with the family. Start the day by praying together for emotional, physical, and mental strength to carry on through the day. Take this time to ask for God’s Holy Spirit to send wisdom to triumph over these challenges.

Pray for family unity

Bear with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgive each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.

Colossians 3:13

As they said, “The family that prays together, stays together.” It is also important to pray for the strength and unity of your family. Ask God to be in the center of your household, and pray that your family bonds strengthen. 

If your family’s facing a rupture right now, include a prayer of reconciliation for the members involved. We may not always be in good terms with our family, but we should always make peace and love each other at the end of the day.

Thanksgiving for your family’s lives

Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children

Proverbs 17:6

Start the day by being grateful for the life of your family members. Focus on the upside of being a part of your family, and be grateful that God has blessed you with them, whatever your differences may be.

Pray to be a good family member

Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.

Exodus 20:12

Whether you’re the mom, dad, or child, ask God’s guidance for you to be a good family member. For the parents, ask that you be a good role model and a good parent that embodies God’s heart. Also ask for His assistance in raising the children. 

For the children, ask for God’s guidance to be good sons and daughters; that you could help with the family instead of causing trouble. And, that you give happiness to your parents amidst a stressful day. 

Pray for God’s blessings

And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19

At the start of the day, ask and be grateful for God’s blessings and provisions for your family. Trust that He will give you the financial aid you would need and so much more for the family to survive. 

Prayer for family protection

The Lord’s protection is the most secure shield that would keep you and your family from harm. Ask for God’s protection before stepping out of your home and sending your family members to their jobs and schools. Ask that He distance you and your family from the spiritual and physical harms.

Sample Prayers

Morning Prayer of Praise and Thanksgiving

Lord God, we thank you for a brand new day and for each day you have bestowed upon every one of us to appreciate and be a steward of your creations. 

Thank You for every life in this household, and we are thankful for the family you have blessed us to show your love and protection. We praise and glorify you for giving us loving parents to care for our needs, provide for us, and give us unconditional love, and children that show pure love like yours.

Thank you, Lord God, for the unwavering blessings you’ve given us, and for the love You have always shown. We pray that every one of us would keep a grateful heart throughout the day.

In Your name, we pray. Amen.

Morning Prayer for Family

God our Father, we are grateful for the life You have bestowed upon each and everyone of us. We thank You for giving us the opportunity to praise and glorify You as a family this morning. May You retain in us this feeling of gratitude and eternal love throughout the day, no matter what may be ahead of us. 

Lord God, we ask that You cover and protect this family with the most precious blood of Your Son Jesus Christ. Deliver us away from harm, and guide us with Your everlasting love. 

We also pray that You remain the center of our household, O Lord. Let Your unconditional and unwavering faith be the cord that strengthens and bonds this family together. Remind us each and everyday of Your love so that we would remain good members of the family.

Bless each and everyone of us, Lord—the parents of this household, and send them the wisdom and strength to be a good leader and provider of the family. Bless the children, our God, and guide them to grow into Your faithful and dedicated servants. 

Lord God, we also pray for Your bountiful blessings; we know that You will never forsake us, and that Your grace overflows. We ask that You give us the provisions to give roof to our children’s heads, food to eat, and clothes to wear. Bless us, dear Father, so we can continue to be a blessing to others as a family.

We honor and glorify Your name, Lord. Amen.

Morning Prayer for the Day

God the Father, thank You for a new day—a new beginning—to worship You as a family. Thank You for the fellowship of family, and for blessing us with the lives of our parents and children, and for bestowing us with healthy bodies. 

Lord God, may You send us Your Holy Spirit to guide us with whatever may be ahead. We know that You are with us every step of the way, and may You remind us of this should we get overwhelmed from the tides the day brings.

We also ask that You give us the strength to carry on should we feel scared and weary. In times of doubt, Lord God, shower us with bravery to conquer our mountains, and give us wisdom to make resolutions according to Your will.

May You turn us away from harm and temptations today, O Lord, and help us to become people our family would be proud of. Bless us with Your love today, God, and provide us with Your everlasting grace.

This we pray, in the name of Jesus. Amen.     

Conclusion

No matter where you are in life, what your struggles are, whether you’re on the upside or downside of the wheel, saying even a short prayer at the start of the day is such an important thing. Starting the day, especially with your family, is even better.

Saying short morning prayers for and with the family doesn’t have to take up your whole morning. During your morning tea or coffee—or even over breakfast—take the time to close your eyes and engage your family members to talk with God and lift up to Him your concerns.

Your morning prayers don’t have to be a long one, it just needs to come from the heart. Once you try saying a morning prayer with your family, you would certainly have a lighter and more blessed day. 

Happy New Year Prayers (Prayer for Blessings, Family, New Year in School)

By Gathered Again

With the passing of every Christmas comes the turn of the New Year. Are you ready for that number to go up once more? Some people feel like nothing is really different. Still, a new year is a new door opening to many new opportunities.

Kick It Off With Prayer

Saying a prayer–whether it’s to yourself, with your family, or with a whole party of people–is an excellent way to kick off the new year. Prayers can set the mood for positive changes and encourage good behavior, which is always the way to start anew!

Why wouldn’t you want to start a new year without saying a prayer first?

Tips for New Year Prayers

Blessing the resolutions 

Chances are you have set a few goals or resolutions. They are often (conveniently) forgotten about after the first couple of weeks of January. Don’t let yourself be that person. Commit to change, ask for God’s help, and stick with it. He’ll help if you allow Him.

Pray for strength 

What is it going to take to get you to stick with your guns? Strength and willpower. Who can help you find that within yourself? God. So just ask.

Tell Him your goals 

Whether it’s just you or there’s a room full of people, make your intentions loud and clear. Declare it. The more you put it out there, the more “real” it would feel, thus making it easier for you to accomplish what you are aiming for.

Pray temptation away 

If your goal is a healthy diet, He won’t be able to hide the chocolate cake at the supermarket. But he might just be able to help you overlook it instead!

Pray for others 

If this prayer is said aloud at a party or family gathering, pray for those who are with you. Ask for them to be given strength to accomplish their New Year resolutions, as well.

Safe travels 

Again, if this is at a group gathering, don’t forget to pray for their safe travels home. We know many intoxicated people are on the road around this time (pray for those people, as well).

Prayers Requests for the Family

Praying for your family is just as important as praying for yourself. No matter how far apart you may be from your family, it’s equally as important to pray for your whole family. If you’re together for the celebration, then even better!

Good health

As a family, you’d want for every member to be in good health condition. It is essential to know that the source of our strength and good health is God. So, as a new year starts, ask Him to keep your family healthy in mind, body, and spirit . . . and don’t forget to thank Him for the good health He’s given the past year, as well. 

Keep the focus on God

The family that prays together stays together. During your New Year’s prayer, don’t forget to include God in it, too. Ask for His guidance to keep you and your family’s focus on Him. Keep Him at the center of your relationships. It’s easy for us to be distracted and focused on other things, and asking God to walk with your family is an excellent way to start the year!

Family unity and strength

Even though your family is more than cohesive, it’s still best to pray for a stronger and more united bond with one another. You never know what the new year would bring, and asking God to bless the family with more solidarity can help with whatever obstacles life may bring. Speak blessings over your family. On the other hand, if your family is having problems or is in a fragile state, it’s all the more reason to ask for God’s blessing of unity, strength, and even reconciliation. 

God’s peace

In the chaotic hustle and bustle of life, it’s hard to find serenity and peace. Especially if you’re a family with little ones, home life may tend to add to the frenzy. And, no one wants a home in an uproar on top of a hectic work life, as this may end in a disrupted family relationship. So for this new year, ask for God’s peace, not only for yourself but for the sake of your family, as well. This kind of calm sets in one’s heart and can be felt amidst the chaos.

Asking for protection

Family safety is of topmost priority. Of course, you’d want everyone in your family to be safe–your parents, partner, children, even your siblings, and cousins. So, it’s good to include God’s protection for the whole family in your New Year’s prayer, that He would keep you all safe and sound.

Prayer for the past year

A new year also means an end of another, that a year has gone past. And, before you start this year, give a moment to say a thanksgiving prayer for the last year you’ve gone through. Thank the Lord for the blessings your family has received, the moments you’ve shared with them, and even the challenges you’ve all overcame together. Lift them all up to God and give thanks, to close the year, and welcome another.

Sample Prayers for the New Year

If you would like a sample New Year’s prayer, here are some that take into account most of the tips and prayer requests above:

A Prayer for Strength and Safe Travels

Heavenly Father,

I’d like to thank you for this opportunity to start anew in the upcoming year. It is because of you that we navigated safely through this past year, and we are in a blessed position, welcoming another year ahead of us. 

We, as a family, Lord, know that we are so blessed. We pray for strength to get through the hardest parts of the year, and the many adjustments we would be making. We pray that should temptation stumble upon our path, we could simply look away, remembering, and desiring every goal we have set. 

We also ask that you keep everyone here out of harm’s way, and keep us safe in our travels back home. We know that nothing we do compares to your glorious work, but we strive to be like you in everything we do. Let us start this new year off the right way, and that is by talking to you, Lord God.

In your name, we pray, Amen!

A Short Prayer for Safe Travels

Dear Lord,

As we set out on our travels, I just want to take a moment to pray for the safety and wellbeing of each person. I pray that you guide us safely, keep us out of danger, help us avoid bad weather, prevent us from getting lost, and get to our destination safely.

We ask these things in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer of Blessings for the New Year

Dear God,

I pray for a renewing of our minds, bodies, and spirits. I pray that you pour your abundance out upon each of us. I pray for an abundance of mercy, an abundance of grace, and an abundance of forgiveness.

I pray your blessings over each and every person here, and those who couldn’t be here with us. In your Word, it says, “you do not have because you do not ask God.” It also says, “When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives.” Lord God, I ask that you help us with our motives, and with corrected motives, I ask that you pour your blessings upon us.

You know our hearts’ desires, and I pray that you bless us with them in such a way that they do not burden us or our relationship with you, God. You know what is best, all we can do is ask, and hope that our hearts are correct and proper. If they are not Lord, then please help us. Whatever the blessings we desire to be, I pray they carry forward, healthily, into the coming year. Thank you for this past year.

We ask these things in your name. Amen.

Prayer for New Opportunities

Dear Heavenly Father,

You make all things new, and I thank you for that. I humbly come before you to ask for new opportunities. I ask that you pour an abundance of new opportunities on me, whether it be opportunities for time with family, job prospects, new clients, or business ventures.

Please prepare my heart, my mind, and my attitude for the new opportunities you have in store for me, Lord. Grant me discerning eyes, wisdom, and knowledge to identify the opportunities you place before me. Help me avoid the world blinding me from the blessings and opportunities you would have for me.

I ask these things in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer for New Year in School

Dear God,

I pray for wisdom, knowledge, and motivation in the coming school year. I pray that my teachers and peers are kind and understanding and that I forge new, strong connections.

I pray that I find joy and interest in my studies and excel in everything that I do. Help me to exceed expectations, complete all of my work ahead of time, and prioritize study time responsibly.

In addition to my studies, I pray that the next year of school is a fulfilling, and immersive time full of great memories and positive life-changing experiences. I ask that you help me be faithful to you, and bring people into my life that hold your Word as highly as I do.

I ask these things in Your name. Amen.

Prayer for the Past Year

Lord God, 

We thank you for everything that has happened this past year. We are truly grateful for all the blessings and opportunities you have bestowed upon our family. All the praise and glory goes back to your name, O Lord. 

We are also thankful for the challenges and trials you’ve given us, God. We know that you never give us tests we wouldn’t overcome, and we know you give them to make us stronger. And for that, we are grateful we came out stronger, wiser, and more unified as a family. 

We thank each and every member of our family, and we are grateful that you’ve gifted us with their existence. We are also thankful for the times and memories we’ve spent with them this past year, so we could forge an everlasting connection and love with each other. We are also grateful for the grace you’ve shown us by keeping everyone safe and healthy.

We lift the past year up to you, Lord Jesus, and we would like to lift this upcoming year to you once again. We pray that you walk with us and be the center of our family this year, like the other years before. 

This we ask in your name. Amen. 

New Year Family Prayer: Strengthening, Protection, Gratitude

Dear Lord God,

Thank you for bestowing upon our family a new, fresh year. We praise and glorify you for your goodness and grace, and we would like to lift this year up to you. May you be the center of this family this year, as the previous years have been. We ask that you walk with us, O Lord, wherever the year would take this family. 

We humbly ask for your protection, Lord God. Please drive us away from harm, and keep your children physically, mentally, and spiritually secure and healthy. May you cover and protect us with your most precious blood. 

We would also like to take this opportunity to pray for the strengthening of this family’s bonds. May this year be a time for all of us to have an even deeper and more unified relationship with one another. Give us peace within our hearts and minds, so we may be able to listen to and understand each other better. 

We also thank you, Lord God, for all the blessings you’ve given the past year. Thank you for the blessings that have yet to come. We know that you will never forsake us, and we are grateful, no matter what may happen. We give thanks for the shelter above our heads, clothes on our backs, and food on our table. 

May you bless this food we are about to receive from thy bounty, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

New Years Prayers and Blessings Wrap-up

Whatever your need, blessings, new opportunities, school, work, family, parenting, forgiveness, relief, healing, renewed strength- God can hear it. All you need to do in a New Year’s prayer–like any other prayer–is just speak the truth and pray with all your heart! We wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year!