A Prayer for a Single Parent
Lord, the Bible tells me that you are a
“God of the fatherless and of the widow.”
While I am not a widow, I am a single parent.
It comforts me that you take special note
of my station in life and the challenges I face.
You know the limitations I have
and the difficulties I am faced with.
Be my guardian and protector.
Provide me with my daily bread.
Open doors for me so I will be able
to find meaningful and gainful employment.
Watch over my child when
I am not able to be with him/her.
Soothe me when I am troubled.
Take the burdens of my heart
and make them your own.
Give me rest from my fears.
I take refuge in your cross
where you purchased the forgiveness
of all of my sins.
I trust in your unfailing love.
Amen.