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Nov 18
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A Prayer to Rejoice in God’s Daily Merci...

Your Daily Prayer
About this episode

How we begin our mornings shapes the rest of our day. In our daily prayer and devotional, we are encouraged to reflect on our morning rhythms: Do we tumble out of bed overwhelmed and already anxious, or do we begin the day aware of God’s mercies—fresh, new, and waiting for us at sunrise?

Amanda Idleman challenges us to welcome God into our day before anything else. Simple steps—pausing to pray, kneeling beside the bed, reading Scripture before checking messages—invite God’s presence into the earliest moments of our morning. Establishing small but intentional rituals in our homes, such as praying with family before leaving the house, sets a foundation of gratitude and connection with God.

God’s mercy meets us daily, but we experience it most fully when we slow down and make space for Him. From the breath in our lungs to the gift of another sunrise, our lives are miracles sustained by His grace. Creating sacred rhythms—prayer, Scripture meditation, meaningful family practices—helps us see His goodness woven into each new day.

Today's Bible Reading:
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23


Takeaway Truths

  • God offers new mercies every single morning—fresh grace for every new beginning.

  • Morning habits rooted in prayer and Scripture awaken our hearts to God’s goodness.

  • Intentional rhythms help us recognize that each day is a miracle sustained by His love.


Let’s Pray

Father, we thank You that You promise to provide new mercies for us every single morning. Help us to grab onto Your mercy and bring it into our everyday lives. Show us the best rhythms and routines we can implement to allow our souls and homes the best chance to connect with You each new day. Grant us the wisdom we need to succeed in embracing Your joy and relishing Your mercy. Let gratitude be a part of our morning routine.

Help us not to take for granted the gift that each new day is. Nothing about our lives is an accident. Help me to embrace the purpose You have for my life. Help me to share Your love and grace with those around me. Allow me to be a model of Your mercy to those in my home who watch me start my day. Let my words be ones that point them to You and remind them that You are good.

Show us Your ways, Jesus, and teach us Your path. We need You every day. Amen.


Related Scriptures

  • Psalm 90:14

  • Isaiah 33:2

  • Psalm 5:3

  • Mark 1:35


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