prayers for strength

woman running with strength and endurance over beautiful mountains

This page contains a selection of modern prayers asking for God's power and strength to come into difficult situations. The first is a prayer for guidance that God would bring strength to a weary heart. The second prayer declares that the Lord is the source of our light and peace, and asks for his inspiration in life.

When a friend or family member faces difficult times such as the loss of a loved one, illness or a marriage break-up, it can be hard to know how to pray. Also on this page is a short film with a prayer for strength for those who are grieving, and bible quotes to meditate on God's strength, suitable for including in a card or message. There is also a prayer you can pray for a friend going through a hard time, a prayer for patience and strength and the famous "Serenity Prayer" for courage and wisdom. Finally, there is the beautiful daily prayer by St Richard and a short prayer for mental and physical strength when at work.

what's on this page?

• prayer for strength and guidance

• prayer for strength and peace

• prayer for strength for a friend

• short prayer for strength at work

• quotes from the bible about strength

"You are the peace that makes me strong"

prayer for strength

a prayer for when grieving the loss of a loved one or dear friend, asking for God's grace and strength to be present:-

Prayer for strength and guidance

Lord, I reach out to you for your guidance.
Please show me which way to turn.
Calm my anxious thoughts, come speak into my mind.
Strengthen me as I falter and feel weary.
May I feel strength rising up within my heart.
Bring clarity into my visions and dreams.
I trust that you are with me, no matter where I go,
Or what I decide to do.
You journey with me always.

Amen.

Prayer for strength and peace

O Lord,

You are the light that guides my feet.
You are the map that gives me direction.
You are the peace that makes me strong.
You are the leader whom I faithfully follow.

May your light illuminate my life
And your guidance bring direction.
May I find inspiration in your word
And peace in my heart as I follow you.

Amen.

The "Day by Day" Prayer

An uplifting reading of the prayer by St Richard, Bishop of Chichester (1244-1253). This prayer was made famous by the song "Day by Day" from the hit musical "Godspell":-

Prayer of St Richard

(a daily prayer)

Thanks be to you, our Lord Jesus Christ,
for all the benefits which you have given us,
for all the pains and insults which you have borne for us.

Most merciful Redeemer, Friend and Brother,
may we know you more clearly,
love you more dearly,
and follow you more nearly,
day by day.

Amen.

Prayer for strength for a friend

(a prayer for a dear friend or family member during difficult times)

Lord,
I would love to be with my friend as she/he manages such hardships.
I would love to hold her/his hand and whisper words of comfort.
I would love to change her situation and bring new happiness.
I would love to give her peace as she lies to rest.
I would love to wake her with new hope every morning.
I would love to know how to lead her through this hard time.
I would love to bless her with peace and joy and hope.

You are closer, stronger, wiser than I.
You are with her, Heavenly Father.
You are with her, and will hold her and protect her forever.

I trust in you.

Amen.

Short prayer for strength at work

(a prayer for mental and physical strength)

As I go to work,
Be with me Lord.
Be the patience when I'm frustrated.
Be the endurance when I am tired.
Be the wisdom when I am uncertain.
Be the inspiration when I'm out of ideas.
Be the peacemaker when I feel hurt.
Be the comforter when I feel overwhelmed.
Be the energy when I am weary.
Be the guide when I am confused.
Be the forgiver when I get it wrong.
Be with me Lord, today.

Prayer for Courage and Wisdom

The "Serenity Prayer" is a beautiful prayer for courage, wisdom and peace of mind

Prayer for patience and strength

God of grace,

You make me softer, kinder, gentler, generous, forgiving and loving.
Yet at times I know these gifts wear thin. I feel impatience rising, I sense resentment brooding and revenge is on my lips.
So I pray today and all days for more of your Spirit. May the grace that you pour out open the door for a renewing of my mind, a restoration of my heart and a transformation of my soul.

Thank you
That in you I find new strength
Discover more patience
And walk with grace at work in my life.

Amen.

good bible quotes on strength

"Each time he said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That's why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong."

(2 Corinthians 12:9-10, NLT)

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."

(Psalm 46:1, NIV)

"You are my strong shield, and I trust you completely. You have helped me, and I will celebrate and thank you in song. You give strength to your people, Lord, and you save and protect your chosen ones."

(Psalm 28:7-8, CEV)

further reading

prayers for healing and recovery
featuring two short Christian prayers for speedy recovery from surgery, illness or a recent accident.

prayers for wisdom and discernment
with a prayer for wisdom & knowledge, and a simple prayer for discernment.

inner peace and strength
including a prayer for peace and happiness, and one for inner strength.

more prayers for strength
contemporary prayers from www.prayerscapes.com, with petitions for strength, comfort, hope and patience.