What does this Saturday look like for you? Maybe it will be a restful day off or a hectic day full of activity. Either way, starting your day with prayer is a great idea. Below, you’ll find five example prayers you can use to start your weekend off on the right foot.
5 Saturday Prayers
God is always with us, but prayer is a powerful way for us to acknowledge and embrace His presence. So let’s use these example prayers to invite God into whatever this Saturday might hold. When we do, we’ll put ourselves in the best possible position to see Him and hear from Him this weekend.
As you pray, consider how your prayer might lead to meaningful action this weekend.
These simple prayers will help you pray for your Saturday. Allow them to kickstart your next prayer time. But don’t stop there! As you pray, consider how your prayer might lead to meaningful action this weekend.
1. Thank God for Saturday
Many of us look forward to Saturday all week long. So let’s thank God when it’s here! As you pray this gratitude prayer, consider all the other things you’re grateful for. This might include people you love, work you get to do, or people you get to serve. No matter what’s on your list, thank God for these things, and start your weekend with gratitude!
A Saturday Prayer of Gratitude:
Dear God, thank You for the great gift of salvation and the grace and mercy You’ve given me. Thank You for sending Jesus, so I can have a relationship with You. Please help me start this Saturday with a grateful heart for all the good things You’ve done for me. Help me never forget that You’ve given me every good thing I get to experience. In Jesus’ name, amen.
2. Allow God to Lead You This Weekend
For you, Saturday could be a time of rest—it could be your busiest day of the week. But no matter what your day is like, it’s always wise to follow God’s lead. How do we do this? By consistently seeking Him. We do this through spiritual practices like prayer and reading Scripture. And we also do this through regularly meeting with other Jesus followers.
When we make these practices a habit, it’s much easier to know how to live every day, not just on Saturdays. So, ask God for guidance, then consider how you might make a habit of connecting with God.
A Prayer for Guidance This Saturday:
Dear God, because of Your Spirit, I am never far from You. Thank You! Today, please guide me. Show me Your will and give me the strength to do what pleases You. Align my life with Your will through the power of Your Spirit. Please show me opportunities to make a difference in the lives of the people I’ll interact with this weekend. In Jesus’ name, amen.
3. Find Rest This Saturday
Hurry, hustle, go, do, achieve, fix. How many of your days begin with thoughts like these at the front of your mind? There’s so much pressure and never enough time. There are due dates, bills to pay, people to speak to, and things that demand our attention.
No matter how great our capacity is, we all have limits. Even people with tons of energy and passion need time to rest. Choosing to rest is a sign of strength, not failure. This weekend, ask God to show you ways to find rest in Him.
A Prayer for Rest This Weekend:
Jesus, You know exactly what I need. You know where I’m hurting or overworked, and You’re gentle with me. You want me to approach You and give You all my concerns. So here I am. I need You, and I want You. Please carry these burdens with me and give me Your rest this weekend. Amen.
4. Strengthen Relationships This Weekend
This weekend, you’ll get to interact with people. They might be family members, friends, coworkers, next-door neighbors, or complete strangers. No matter who they are, you’ll have an opportunity to strengthen these connections. Look for ways to build relationships through fun and intentional conversations. As you pray, consider how you can take steps today to better love the people God has placed in your life.
A Prayer for Relationships This Saturday:
God, thank You for being a good Father to me. Today, please show me how to honor You by honoring the people You’ve placed in my life this Saturday. Show me how to selflessly care for others and give me opportunities to encourage the people I’ll spend my time with this Saturday. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
5. Look to God for Confidence
Maybe you’re not excited about this Saturday. Maybe you’re facing a big challenge, or you’re spending the day at a job you don’t like. No matter what you’re facing, God is close and He cares. So pray this example prayer and reflect on God’s promises. You can trust in, count on, and place your hope in Jesus. In Him, you can find confidence to face whatever this weekend throws your way.
A Prayer for Confidence This Weekend:
Thank You, Jesus, that You can be trusted. I can be confident in You—confident that You love me, see me, and have good plans for me. When I put my trust in other places this weekend, please bring my focus back to You, and lead me to trust You more and more. You are trustworthy! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Make Prayer a Habit
Let’s make Saturday morning prayer a habit. To get started, consider these tips:
- Set aside a specific time each Saturday morning for prayer.
- Create a peaceful and quiet space for prayer.
- Make prayer a priority, even on busy Saturdays.
- Share your prayer experience with others, including family and friends.
Remember to prioritize your prayer time, seek guidance and wisdom, and express your gratitude and thankfulness for God’s blessings. May your Saturday morning prayers be a source of comfort, strength, and inspiration!