Morning prayer before leaving for work

Certainly we must put everything in the hands of the Lord and it is good that before going to work we ask God to help us to have a day of communion regardless of the environment in which we work, to help us get well to our place of work, since difficulties may arise along the way.

Jeremiah said the following:

7 “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord,
And whose hope is the Lord.

8 For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters,
Which spreads out its roots by the river,
And will not fear when heat comes;
But its leaf will be green,
And will not be anxious in the year of drought,
Nor will cease from yielding fruit.

Jeremiah 17:7-8

Remember that our workplace is not a church, there we will find people who want to tempt our faith to sin and we must ask God every day to help us endure that kind of things in order to show Christ to others and not end being dominated by anger.

Those who are strong are not the those who thinks they can for themselves, those of us who are strong are those who have the Lord as our trust, our help in every moment and who protects us from the evil one.

The proverbist said:

5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;

6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.

Proverbs 3:5-6

The Lord is our hope, and without Him we are completely unprotected, for which, we urge you to say to the Lord before leaving your home every day to work:

1 Lord, I cry out to You;
Make haste to me!
Give ear to my voice when I cry out to You.

2 Let my prayer be set before You as incense,
The lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.

3 Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth;
Keep watch over the door of my lips.

4 Do not incline my heart to any evil thing,
To practice wicked works
With men who work iniquity;
And do not let me eat of their delicacies.

5 Let the righteous strike me;
It shall be a kindness.
And let him rebuke me;
It shall be as excellent oil;
Let my head not refuse it.

For still my prayer is against the deeds of the wicked.

6 Their judges are overthrown by the sides of the cliff,
And they hear my words, for they are sweet.

7 Our bones are scattered at the mouth of the grave,
As when one plows and breaks up the earth.

8 But my eyes are upon You, O God the Lord;
In You I take refuge;
Do not leave my soul destitute.

9 Keep me from the snares they have laid for me,
And from the traps of the workers of iniquity.

10 Let the wicked fall into their own nets,
While I escape safely.

Psalm 141:1-10

Starting each day by placing our plans in the hands of God is one of the greatest acts of trust a believer can practice. When we rise and prepare to work, we do not know what challenges, situations, or unexpected events may come our way, but we do know with certainty that the Lord goes before us. Asking for His guidance is not a ritual—it is a declaration that we depend on His strength and not on our own limited capacity. In a world where many rely solely on personal abilities, believers are called to rely fully on the One who governs all things.

Work environments often test our character. Sometimes there are pressures, misunderstandings, or people whose attitudes become stumbling blocks. Yet even in those moments, God shapes us. He uses our workplace as a training ground to develop patience, humility, and perseverance. When we understand this, we begin to see our work not only as a duty but as a ministry. Every interaction becomes an opportunity to reflect the light of Christ in places where darkness and stress are common.

Jeremiah’s comparison of the righteous to a tree planted by the waters is a powerful illustration. A tree does not struggle to survive when its roots are deep and nourished. In the same way, when a believer is rooted in God’s Word and trust, external heat—meaning pressure, conflict, or adversity—cannot dry up his faith. His spiritual leaves remain green because his nourishment comes from the Lord. This is why trusting God is not optional; it is the foundation that sustains us in every season, including difficult ones.

Many people enter their jobs with anxiety, fearing the future or feeling uncertain about the demands of the day. But God calls us to walk with confidence, not because the circumstances are easy, but because He is faithful. The promise that He will direct our paths reminds us that no step is unnoticed by Him. The believer who acknowledges God in all his ways understands that success is not measured by position or income, but by walking under the guidance of the Almighty.

The prayer found in Psalm 141 is a profound model of humility. The psalmist recognizes his own weaknesses and asks God to guard his lips, guide his heart, and keep him away from evil influences. This is a prayer that applies perfectly to the workplace. How many conflicts arise simply because someone spoke without thinking? How many testimonies are damaged by impulsive reactions? Asking God to guard our mouth is asking Him to shape our character so that our words bring life and not destruction.

Furthermore, the psalm emphasizes the importance of accepting correction. In a work environment, pride often prevents people from learning or improving. But the believer who walks with God understands that correction, when righteous, is a blessing. It refines us and strengthens our testimony. When we receive counsel with a humble heart, we allow God to shape us into better servants in all areas of life.

Finally, the psalmist declares that his eyes remain fixed on the Lord. This is the attitude we must carry with us each morning. When our focus is on God, we find refuge, direction, and protection. No trap of the enemy, no conflict, and no adversity can overcome us when our trust remains anchored in the God who sustains everything.

Therefore, before stepping out each day, let us approach the Lord with sincere prayer. Let us ask Him to guide our decisions, protect our hearts, and strengthen our testimony. When Christ is seen in us at work, our lives become powerful instruments of grace, and even in difficult environments, we bear fruit that glorifies His name.