Morning Prayer for Saturday, April 5, 2025

 

Praying the Scriptures

Saturday Morning Prayer

April 5, 2025

For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. On God rests my deliverance and my honor; my mighty rock, my refuge is in God. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. (Psalm 62:5-8)

O Lord,

As the first light of dawn stretches across the desert sky, I pause in the stillness to seek You. The cool breath of morning carries the scent of creosote and mesquite, whispering of Your steadfast presence. In the hush before the day begins, my soul waits in silence, for my hope is in You alone.

Like the rugged Florida Mountains standing firm against the winds, You are my rock and my salvation. In You, I will not be shaken. Though the world may rush with noise and distraction, I take refuge in the quiet beauty of this land—where the yucca blooms in faith, the roadrunner greets the day, and the quail scurry through golden grasses. All creation sings of Your faithfulness.

O God, my fortress and my strength, I pour out my heart before You. I lay down my burdens, my worries, my longings, knowing that You are my refuge. The rising sun reminds me of Your unchanging love, warming the earth and filling me with new mercies.

Let my trust in You be as unwavering as the ancient cliffs. Let my heart be steadfast in Your promises. And as this day unfolds, may I walk in Your peace, speak with Your wisdom, and love with Your grace.

In Jesus’ name, I pray.

Amen.

May the peace of God, like the steadfast mountains and the morning breeze, surround you this day, filling your heart with trust, your steps with purpose, and your spirit with His unfailing love.

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The Bible passages come from the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Bible, copyrighted © 1989, 1993 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America and are used by permission. All rights reserved. Praying the Scriptures is penned daily by Kenny Sallee, ThM.