A Prayer for Peace and Rest

Dear God, Thank you for the blessing of this day and your goodness in it, we’re grateful for the gift of life. Thank you for all that you’ve...

Debbie McDaniel

Updated May 12, 2023

Lord, We ask for your peace to surround us right now, all of us who feel restless and worried, those who have been carrying big burdens and shouldering stress. Help us to lay it down before you, again, even though we’re struggling to really let go. Remind us that you can carry it so much better than we ever could. May your power and your rest fill us afresh. May the presence of your Spirit breathe hope deep into our souls, even as we sleep. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Originally published May 11, 2023.

Debbie's Headshot Debbie McDaniel is a writer, pastor's wife, and mom to three amazing kids (and a lot of pets). Join her each morning on Fresh Day Ahead's Facebook page for daily encouragement in living strong, free, hope-filled lives. Find her also on Twitter and at her blog debbiemcdaniel.com.