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A prayer for the workplace
Most of us spend more waking hours at work than anywhere else. These prayers invite God into the job, the commute and the people you work with.
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 prayer to start the workday
Lord, I give You this workday. Help me do my work well and honestly, as if I were working for You. Give me patience with interruptions, kindness in every email and wisdom in every decision. Let my work be a blessing to the people it serves. In Jesus' name, Amen.
A prayer for coworkers and my boss
Father, bless the people I work with. Give my manager wisdom and fairness. Help us work together, forgive quickly and encourage each other. Show me who needs a kind word today. Amen.
A prayer for stress at work
Lord, I'm overwhelmed by everything on my plate. Help me focus on the next right task. Give me strength where I'm tired and peace where I'm anxious. Remind me that my worth isn't measured by my to-do list. Amen.
A prayer for a difficult workplace
God, this workplace is hard right now. Protect my heart from bitterness. Give me courage to do what is right, grace toward difficult people and wisdom to know when to speak and when to wait. Open a door if it's time to move on. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Scripture to pray with
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.”
“And let the beauty of the LORD our God be upon us: and establish thou the work of our hands upon us; yea, the work of our hands establish thou it.”
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”