Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the opportunity to travel and explore Your beautiful creation. We ask for Your protection and guidance as we journey, and for Your peace to be with us in all that we do.
We ask that You would direct our paths and keep us safe from all harm. We pray for Your provision and for the strength to persevere through any challenges that may come our way.
We ask that You would use this time for Your glory and for the good of others. We pray for opportunities to share Your love and truth with those we meet along the way. Give us a heart of compassion and a spirit of generosity as we journey.
We also pray for our loved ones who are left behind, that You would watch over them and keep them safe in our absence. Lord, we trust in You and we trust in Your plans for our lives. We trust in Your goodness and Your faithfulness.
We ask all these things in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
Psalm 121:1-2 ESV
I lift up my eyes to the hills.
From where does my help come?
My help comes from the Lord,
who made heaven and earth.
Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV
Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths.
Isaiah 41:10 ESV
Fear not, for I am with you;
be not dismayed, for I am your God;
I will strengthen you, I will help you,
I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
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