Wednesday mornings are a wonderful opportunity to gather as a family and start the day with prayer. Amid our busy lives, taking time to pray together helps to strengthen our family bonds, seek God’s guidance, and invite His blessings into our day. Through prayer, we can express our gratitude, ask for protection, and find peace and comfort in God’s promises.
Wednesday Morning Prayer for Family
This collection of Wednesday morning prayers is designed to address various aspects of family life, from unity and health to provision and spiritual growth. Let these prayers serve as a source of inspiration and encouragement for your family as you start your day in God’s presence.
1. A Prayer for Family Unity
Dear God, we come before You this Wednesday morning, seeking unity within our family. Bind us together with Your love and help us to live in harmony. May we support and uplift each other, always being patient and kind. Strengthen our bonds and guide us in love and understanding.
Colossians 3:14
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.” Lord, let Your love bind our family together in perfect unity. Amen.
2. A Prayer for Family Protection
Dear Lord, we ask for Your protection over our family today. Shield us from all harm and danger, and keep us safe in Your care. Guide our steps and cover us with Your divine protection as we go about our day.
Psalm 121:7-8
“The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.” Thank You for watching over our family and keeping us safe. Amen.
3. A Prayer for Family Health
Heavenly Father, we pray for the health of our family this morning. Please heal illnesses and grant us physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Help us to take care of our bodies and minds as Your temple.
Jeremiah 30:17
“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord.” We trust in Your healing power and ask for Your restoration in our family’s health. Amen.
4. A Prayer for Family Provision
Dear God, we seek Your provision for our family. You know our needs even before we ask. Please provide for us financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Help us to trust in Your abundance and generosity.
Philippians 4:19
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” We thank You for Your faithful provision. Amen.
5. A Prayer for Family Guidance
Lord, guide our family in Your wisdom and truth. Help us to make decisions that honor You and lead us on the path of righteousness. May Your Holy Spirit be our constant guide.
Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” We trust in Your guidance, Lord. Amen.
6. A Prayer for Family Peace
Heavenly Father, we ask for Your peace to fill our home. Remove any anxiety, fear, or discord and replace it with Your perfect peace. May our family be a reflection of Your tranquility.
John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” Let Your peace dwell in our hearts and home. Amen.
7. A Prayer for Family Joy
Dear Lord, fill our hearts with joy this morning. Help us to find joy in each other and in the blessings You have given us. Let our family be a source of happiness and laughter.
Nehemiah 8:10
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” May Your joy be our strength today and always. Amen.
8. A Prayer for Family Forgiveness
Father, we seek Your forgiveness for any wrongs we have committed against each other. Help us to forgive one another as You have forgiven us. Let there be no bitterness or resentment in our hearts.
Matthew 6:14
“For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” Teach us to forgive and love unconditionally. Amen.
9. A Prayer for Family Strength
Lord, grant our family strength to face the challenges of the day. Help us to rely on Your strength and not our own. Give us the endurance and perseverance we need.
Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Renew our strength, Lord. Amen.
10. A Prayer for Family Wisdom
Dear God, we ask for Your wisdom to be upon our family. Help us to make wise decisions and to seek Your guidance in all that we do. May Your wisdom lead us in the right direction.
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” We ask for Your wisdom, Lord. Amen.
11. A Prayer for Family Patience
Heavenly Father, grant us patience with one another. Help us to be slow to anger and quick to listen. Teach us to bear with each other in love and understanding.
Ephesians 4:2
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” Let us practice patience in our family. Amen.
12. A Prayer for Family Gratitude
Lord, we come before You with grateful hearts. Thank You for the many blessings You have bestowed upon our family. Help us to always remember to give thanks in all circumstances.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” We give thanks for Your goodness and mercy. Amen.
13. A Prayer for Family Faith
Dear God, strengthen our family’s faith in You. Help us to trust in Your promises and to lean on You in times of doubt and uncertainty. May our faith be unwavering and strong.
Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Strengthen our faith, Lord. Amen.
14. A Prayer for Family Love
Heavenly Father, fill our hearts with Your love. Help us to love each other deeply and selflessly. May Your love be the foundation of our family relationships.
1 Peter 4:8
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” Let Your love flow through us. Amen.
15. A Prayer for Family Communication
Lord, help our family to communicate effectively and lovingly. Give us the words to speak kindly and the ears to listen attentively. May our conversations be filled with grace and understanding.
Colossians 4:6
“Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” Guide our words and hearts. Amen.
16. A Prayer for Family Protection from Evil
Dear God, protect our family from all forms of evil. Surround us with Your angels and keep us safe from the enemy’s schemes. Help us to stand firm in Your truth.
2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” We trust in Your protection, Lord. Amen.
17. A Prayer for Family Generosity
Heavenly Father, teach our family to be generous and to share Your blessings with others. Help us to give freely and joyfully, knowing that You are our provider.
2 Corinthians 9:7
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” May we be cheerful givers, Lord. Amen.
18. A Prayer for Family Integrity
Lord, help our family to live with integrity. May our actions reflect our faith and values. Teach us to be honest and upright in all that we do.
Proverbs 10:9
“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” Guide us in integrity, Lord. Amen.
19. A Prayer for Family Forgiveness from Sins
Dear God, we seek Your forgiveness for our sins. Cleanse us from all unrighteousness and help us to walk in Your ways. Thank You for Your mercy and grace.
1 John 1:9
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” We confess our sins and seek Your forgiveness. Amen.
20. A Prayer for Family Spiritual Growth
Heavenly Father, help our family to grow spiritually. May we draw closer to You each day and deepen our faith. Teach us to seek You first in all things.
2 Peter 3:18
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.” We desire to grow in Your grace and knowledge. Amen.
21. A Prayer for Family Compassion
Lord, fill our hearts with compassion for one another and for those around us. Help us to be kind and understanding, showing Your love through our actions.
Colossians 3:12
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Let us be clothed in compassion. Amen.
22. A Prayer for Family Resilience
Dear God, grant our family resilience in the face of trials and challenges. Help us to remain steadfast in our faith and to support each other through difficult times.
Romans 5:3-4
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” Strengthen our resilience, Lord. Amen.
23. A Prayer for Family Blessings
Heavenly Father, we ask for Your blessings upon our family. Bless us with Your love, peace, and prosperity. May Your favor rest upon us in all that we do.
Numbers 6:24-26
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Bless our family abundantly, Lord. Amen.
24. A Prayer for Family Hope
Dear Lord, fill our hearts with hope. Help us to remain hopeful in times of uncertainty and to trust in Your plans for our future. May our hope be anchored in You.
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” We place our hope in Your promises. Amen.
Conclusion
As we conclude our Wednesday morning prayers for family, let us carry the spirit of these prayers with us throughout the day. Remember that God is always with us, guiding, protecting, and blessing our families. By starting our day with prayer, we set a foundation of faith and trust in God’s plan for our lives.
May these prayers continue to inspire and strengthen your family, drawing you closer to each other and God. Let us remain united in love, steadfast in faith, and hopeful in God’s promises, knowing He hears and answers our prayers. Amen.