Let’s start the day off right by praying this together. Pause now and remember that God is close to you:

Dear God,

Thank you for the fresh start of a new school year.
As we walk the hallways today, please quiet our worries and fill us with confidence.
Guide our minds to stay focused on our current work and future goals.
Protect our hearts from the pressure to fit in or to compromise our values.
Strengthen our character so that we stick up for each other and stand strong for You.
Protect our emotions so that we aren’t easily manipulated or misguided.
We pray for continued physical healing for any of us who are hurt, injured or in pain.
Bless our friendships – help us to be strong encouragers and to have genuine respect for those we meet today.
Give us the courage to handle every challenge and school pressure with grace.
We love you Lord and thank you for each other. Amen.

GRATEFUL