Prayers for Travel Mercies

Dear Lord, for many teachers and students, travel is a regular part of their school year. We pray for Your blessings over these travels, recognizing that there can be risks and dangers involved in each situation. Thank You, Lord, that You are all-knowing, recognizing every aspect of our circumstances and we pray for You to guide us accordingly (Ps 139; Pv 5:21).  We thank You that You are also ever-present, our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Ps 46:1). Lord, let those who have fears about traveling turn to You and rest in Your strength and peace. Let parents and loved ones who worry over the risks in travels turn to You and be comforted by You in faith.

Lord, we pray for commutes, local trips, cross-country travels, and trips to other countries. We know that unforeseen circumstances may arise at any time. Encourage us that You are our Provider, and when Your children have concerns, You’ve already got a plan to provide for our needs (Rom 8:32). Another factor in travels is weather. You are the Creator (Ps 146:5-6; Col 1:16), in charge of all weather. We pray that You orchestrate storms and temperatures for the benefit of these groups. Also, guide these teachers, coaches, students, and parents so that they have safety in every variable of weather. We ask for Your Wisdom on each trip as well. There are many concerns when traveling with students: proper oversight by adults, financial provision, thorough planning, preparation for injuries, and more. But You, Lord, are completely wise, having perfect knowledge (Job 9:3-4; Rom 16:27) and we ask You to share Your wisdom with us for these things and for all that we cannot foresee.

In all these things we worship You for Your greatness. You are beyond anything we can imagine. Let each traveler and those who stay at home be comforted by Your greatness (Deut. 3:24; Job 37:5), blessing You in worship and trusting in Your perfect plans. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.

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