A Prayer for the Weary Soul — Melissa Bell | Writer, Speaker, Warrior for Women

This prayer came from my time with God this morning. It was 5 am, I didn't want to get up, I was completely exhausted, in fact I still am. It's not the kind of tired that can be cured by a few more hours of sleep. It's a weariness that seeps into every facet of life.

So, I wandered out to the living room to sit with God in the stillness of the early morning and this prayer spilled out.

I know I am not alone in this. We all need to learn to slow down and focus a bit more on soul care. If you find yourself in a similar season, I hope you will find time to lean in to Him and allow Him to speak to your soul.

“Dear God,
I’m finding that the secret to contentment is resting in You, relying on You, running with You. I am weary, but when I keep my focus on You, You replenish my soul and renew my strength.

I don’t want to look back and realize that I have “wished and sighed” my life away. I want to lean into the present moment, finding all of the beauty and glory this life holds. May I focus on You and find the sweetness in each moment, relishing in the glory of your creation. God help me to make it so.

I want my children to soak up these days with joy and look back at their childhood with a smile. Create a bond in our family that is founded in your truth, love, and grace.

Lord, help me to lead boldly and love well. Help me to sift and sort my schedule in a way that honors You and the calling You have placed on my life.
Thank you for this life you have given me. May I honor You in all that I say and do.
In Jesus’ Name ~ Amen”