Every morning
You’ll hear my voice, LORD.
Every morning
I’ll bring my requests, in prayer.
And wait to see what you’ll do.
MARK 1:35 (TCEB)
Early the next morning, before sunrise, Jesus left the house. He took a walk to a place where he could be alone and spend some time in prayer.
THE ESSENCE
Starting the day with prayer sets the tone for the day.
DAILY FODDER
There is no rule that says you must start each day with time alone in prayer. But there is wisdom and good precedent for doing so. If you are "not a morning person" create a simpler pattern where you can be quiet with God. No need to say anything. But if you want to attempt to formulate some prayer ideas perhaps using the TRIP pattern will be helpful.
T — thanksgiving
R — regrets
I — intercession
P — purpose
Create a sentence around each theme idea. It's a start.
PRAYER
God, I'm grateful that even before my morning brain fog has cleared, you are available to me. I regret that I forget and just launch ahead. Help me to develop some prayer habits that work for me. I purpose to become more consistent in spending quiet time to listen and speak with you. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
