Saturday Morning Prayer

Oh Lord, hold me in your arms and teach me to rest.

Psalm 62:1-2

 For God alone my soul waits in silence;
    from him comes my salvation.
He alone is my rock and my salvation,
    my fortress; I shall never be shaken.

Silence for reflection

Prayer for Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

Jesus, I am tired. My mind is frazzled, my hands are full, and my emotions are reeling with all the things I have to do. Help me to come to you in the middle of the overwhelm. Remind me of your ever-present help in my times of need. Show me how to rest in You. Reveal to me both the beauty in the work and in the rest. Calm my anxious thoughts and encourage my heart with Your nearness. Instruct me in your ways. Bring productivity and contentment out of the peace and comfort I find. Settle me in Your truth and in Your love. Amen.

Personal petitions

Silence for reflection

Closing prayer

Loving one, I am tired. Teach me to rest, really rest, abiding in your love. Remind me that the tasks of this world can wait, but the care of my soul cannot. Restore me, holy one, and reside in my heart. Amen.