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Prayers before meals
Saying grace is a simple habit of thanks. Here are short mealtime prayers for everyday dinners, kids and gatherings.
The prayers on this page were written for Lamp & Flame; you're welcome to pray, copy and share them. Bible verses are quoted from the King James Version.
A simple mealtime prayer
Lord, thank You for this food and for the hands that prepared it. Bless it to our bodies and bless our time together. In Jesus' name, Amen.
A prayer for children to say
Thank You, God, for our food, for our family and for Your love. Amen.
A prayer for guests and gatherings
Father, thank You for bringing us together around this table. Thank You for this meal, for friendship and for every blessing. Let our conversation be kind and our hearts be grateful. In Jesus' name, Amen.
A prayer for a holiday meal
Lord, on this special day we thank You for Your goodness to us all year long. Thank You for the food before us and the people beside us. Remember those who are missing today and those in need. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Scripture to pray with
“O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.”
“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.”
“O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.”