Morning Prayer for Today – You Calm My Storm

Dear Lord,

Thank you for being with me.

I stand in the gap today, knowing our world is hurting and broken.

This morning, I pray for those who are in pain for one reason or another.

I pray that you comfort them in their pain, grief, and loss, and cover them with your peace and presence, as only your Spirit can do.

I know that in whatever we face, you are our peace and refuge, a very present help in times of trouble.

This beautiful story from Matthew 8:23-27, says it all:

And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep. And they went and woke him, saying, “Save us, Lord; we are perishing.” And he said to them, “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” Then he rose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm. And the men marveled, saying, “What sort of man is this, that even winds and sea obey him?”

Matthew 8:23-27

Thank you for reminding us throughout your word that we do not face the storms alone, but you are always with us.

Whispering calm.

Speaking peace.

Bringing rest to our souls.

Take charge, Lord, for only you are our refuge.

In Jesus’ name,

Amen.