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When you hear, “She got up on the wrong side of the bed,” you know someone displayed grouchy behavior. How can we start our days on the right side and banish the morning blues? Let’s start by celebrating each day with morning prayers from God’s Word.
Even if we don’t display grouchy behavior, life’s circumstances can cloud our attitude as soon as we wake up unless “we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5 NIV) and focus on God.
Let’s celebrate each morning as a gift from Him—because it is. When we begin the day with our focus on our heavenly Father, the early minutes become golden opportunities to praise and worship Him and to seek His guidance for the day.
News reports, illness, and other difficult situations weigh on our minds, but sharing our burdens with the God of all comfort gives us peace. Reading the Bible reminds us of who He is—our holy, faithful, omnipotent Father who is filled with love and kindness.
News reports, illness, and other difficult situations weigh on our minds, but sharing our burdens with the God gives us peace. Share on X
Here’s a collection of some morning prayers from the Psalms. You could mark them in your Bible, type them into a phone app, or write them on cards. This practice will likely lead to reading and praying entire chapters in this marvelous book.
Morning Prayers
Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.
Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. –Psalm 143:8
I wait for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning. –Psalm 130:6a
Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days. –Psalm 90:14
But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. –Psalm 59:16
I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word. –Psalm 119:147
May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. –Psalm 19:14
A morning promise:
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. –Lamentations 3:22-23
Here’s another verse that helps us evaluate our thoughts and keep them sunny throughout the day. Paul’s message to the Philippians helps us focus our thoughts from one sunrise to the next.
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. –Philippians 4:8
This evening verse will help us rest well and get up the next morning on the right side the next morning.
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety. –Psalm 4:8
*All Scripture verses are taken from the NIV.
After you read the verses, share with us a favorite from the list or your favorite verse or chapter that helps you banish the blues and celebrate each day as a gift from God.
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I am so thankful for all those prayers included in God’s Word. There is nothing we go through that Scripture doesn’t cover. I am looking forward to your book signing!
Barbara, thank you for you comments. This statement you included is good to remember: “There is nothing we go through that Scripture doesn’t cover.”
Barbara,
Great reminders!
But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. –Psalm 59:16
God’s love never fails. The omnipotent God of Creation is my protection. How much better to start the day with those truths than to let the chaos of the day lead my thoughts and feelings.
Barb, thank you for adding this verse and your valuable comments. I agree!
Jeannie, it is hard to pick a favorite. These verses are comforting and remind us that God is near and in control.
I agree, Deanna. There are so many verses in Psalms that turn our focus to God for a morning quiet time that sets our day in the right direction.
What a beautiful list of verses to start off our day. I’ve printed them out to keep by my bedside for each morning. I feel refreshed just reading them. Thank you for sharing them Jeannie
Thank you, Yvonne. God’s Word starts our days off well.
Beautiful! Encouraging thoughts and refreshing reminders to start our day eith confidence snd joy. Thank you!
Thank you, Marilyn. I’m glad you added the joy and confidence Scripture brings.
Could not agree more Ms. Jeannie. The Psalms are a great way to start our day. I have to share with you though, the start of your post brought the biggest smile, and a wild search through my memorabilia drawer for a sign my wife shared with me many years ago. It reads, “Some mornings I wake up grumpy. Other mornings, I just let the rascal sleep!” 🙂 Thank you for giving me some inspiring words to ruminate on this morning, and also for the smile.
I laughed when I read the words on the sign you mentioned. Scripture is good medicine for grouchiness, isn’t it? 😉
I love all these verses, Jeannie, and I will memorize some of them and pray them in the early morning hours. Thank you!
I want to memorize the ones I don’t know, June. Mornings centered on God’s Word lead into a beautiful day.
The best mornings can turn upsidaisy quickly, so having these wonderful verses handy can be a “life saver” for the rest of the day. Thanks for sharing, Jeannie!
I agree, Peggy. When I don’t start my day with God’s Word, I always wish I had. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing these verses, Jeannie. This morning Psalm 143:8 is particularly meaningful and encouraging to me: “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. –Psalm 143:8.
That’s my favorite morning verse, Linda. I’m glad you treasure it too.
These psalms are great, Jeannie. I appreciate your encouragement to start every day with God. Sometimes I’m tempted to check my phone (the news) first thing in the morning, but the day always goes better when I begin with my Father.
Love your post. Just reading the verses brought peace to my soul. Thank you for your encouragement, Jeannie. One of my friends who was an important part of my “growing up years” used to say, “Some people look in the mirror upon arising and say ‘Good Lord, it’s morning! ‘ I’ve learned to say, ‘Good morning God! ‘” i decided to adopt that for myself.
What a great attitude to start the day, Evelyn. Thank you for sharing.
I have the same temptation, Annie. News, weather, texts, and emails appear urgent sometimes, but time in God’s Word sets the tone for the day.
I’m up early most mornings to feed horses. It’s such a beautiful time of day. The stars greet me and the birds are just awakening. I know as cold weather arrives I will dread the cold and dark, but summer and fall have blessed me with quiet morning solitude as I praise our Father for this awesome creation that He shares with us. Mornings are a gift, the promise of another blessed day. Thank you, Jeannie.
This is a beautiful and comforting reminder of Gods promises that are already in place to run off the enemy’s plan to start our day off on the wrong foot. I’m going to make a note of each Living Word you posted – they surely hit the mark. Thank you.
Lynne, I’m thankful you found the verses helpful. The sword of the Spirit, God’s Word, is indeed our weapon against the enemy who wants to rob us of peace. Thank you so much for stopping by.
Kathryn, I’m glad you added this sentence: “Mornings are a gift, the promise of another blessed day.” I’ve been meaning to get up earlier. I don’t have horses to feed, but the fresh new morning is a blessing. I want to start enjoying it earlier.
These are wonderful prayers from the Psalms for our mornings!
Thank you, Kathy. Praying the Psalms in the morning sets my focus on God for the day ahead.
Love the sign J.D.
I love to bask in the words of the Psalms. My strength is renewed daily.
Blessings,
Thanks so much, Jo, for commenting. I’m glad you used the word “bask.” Our strength is renewed when we savor God’s words.
Mornings are a gift–the gift of a new day–a day of hope and blessings. We’ve not yet “messed up” when dawn welcomes the sun. We can choose to have a positive outlook, show kindness to others, and serve our God by spreading the light and love of Jesus to others. Loved your message, Jeannie. Thank you!
I love that perspective, Katherine. His mercies are new each morning, as are our opportunities.
Jeannie, thank you for sharing these verses. Often, mornings with children are challenging. But, meditating on these Scriptures before starting my day will help me handle the stresses that come my way. Thanks!
I agree, Dawn, that meditating on Scripture helps us handle stress whether we’re busy moms or older adults. Thanks for sharing from your perspective.