Sovereign Lord,
As we embark on our journey, we come to You in prayer. We ask for Your protection and guidance to be upon us as we travel. Keep us from harm and direct our steps according to Your will. Grant us wisdom to make sound decisions and discernment to avoid danger.
We also come to You in faith, asking for Your provision during our trip. Meet our physical needs for food and shelter, and supply us with the resources necessary to accomplish this travel You have set before us.
May Your presence go before us, behind us, and beside us, and may Your love and grace surround us. We trust in Your sovereignty and Your faithfulness.
We pray all of this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Suggested Bible Readings
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.
Psalm 37:23-24 ESV
The steps of a man are established by the Lord,
when he delights in his way;
though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong,
for the Lord upholds his hand.
Joshua 1:9 ESV
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Isaiah 43:2 ESV
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.
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