A Prayer Before Eating After a Hard Day
After a difficult day, a meal can become a place to stop carrying everything for a moment. This prayer asks for physical nourishment and emotional release at the end of stress.
Lord, this day has taken a lot out of me. Thank You for this food and for a chance to stop. As I eat, help my body settle and my mind release what does not need to be solved tonight. Nourish me where I am depleted. Give me gratitude for what is good and grace to leave the unfinished parts of the day in Your hands.
Amen.
Scripture: Psalm 23:2-3 Matthew 11:28