The Morning Prayer for Friday, September 29, 2023

 

The Morning Prayer
Friday, September 29, 2023

A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world. So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.
John 16:21–22 (NIV)

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for this new day, a fresh opportunity to experience Your love and grace. Lord, we come before you this morning mindful of the words Jesus shared in John 16:21-22, a promise that encapsulates the essence of life's trials and triumphs.

Father, just as a woman endures the pain of labor for the joy that awaits her—a new life born into the world—may we also persevere through our times of struggle, grief, and pain, knowing that You have a purpose behind every challenge. Help us to keep our eyes fixed on the joy that awaits us, the joy that no one can take away.

God, grant us the strength to face today’s difficulties, keeping in mind that they are but temporary, and that You are preparing us for an eternal joy that is far greater than any hardship we may face on Earth. Fill us with hope as we anticipate the time when we will see You face-to-face, rejoicing in Your everlasting love.

Teach us to embrace the seasons of life, to endure hardships with grace, and to celebrate triumphs with gratitude. May we always trust in Your timing, Your wisdom, and Your unfailing love.

As we go about our day, let us share this hope with others, that they too might know the joy that comes from a relationship with You—a joy that can never be taken away.

In the name of Jesus, our source of eternal joy, we pray. Amen.

I hope this prayer resonates with you and offers some inspiration for your morning.