Morning Prayer: Commanding Your Morning

Starting the day with prayer is like setting the tone for a symphony of divine order, purpose, and blessing. The word of God teaches us to “Command our Morning”. This truth is rooted in our belief that our daily lives can be aligned with God’s will through prayer. It involves declaring His promises and prophesying over our lives for the day ahead. This morning prayer is dedicated to claiming the day for God’s glory. It is about seeking His guidance, protection, and favor as we step into our daily activities.

Memory Verse: Psalm 5:3: “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”

Scriptural Context:

• Authority in Prayer: Job 38:12-13 speaks of God’s command over the morning, “Have you ever given orders to the morning, or shown the dawn its place, that it might take the earth by the edges and shake the wicked out of it?” This inspires us to pray with authority, claiming the morning for righteousness.
• Declaring God’s Word: Psalm 5:3 says, “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” This scripture encourages us to start our day with prayer, laying our intentions and needs before God.
• Peace and Direction: Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” We command our morning by trusting in God’s direction for our day.
• Victory Over Darkness: Isaiah 58:8 promises, “Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the LORD will be your rear guard.” This is a declaration of victory over any darkness that might try to encroach upon our day.

Morning Prayer for Commanding Your Day:

Dear Lord,

As the dawn breaks and a new day begins, I come before You to command this morning for Your glory. I take authority over this day, as inspired by Job 38:12-13, declaring that this morning will reflect Your righteousness and shake off any darkness that might try to linger.

Lord, in the quiet of this morning, I lift my voice to You. As Psalm 5:3 declares, I lay my requests, hopes, and plans before You. I trust in You with all my heart. I do not lean on my own understanding. I submit every moment to You. I believe that You will guide my paths straight, as Proverbs 3:5-6 promises.

I declare that my light will break forth like the dawn. My healing will come swiftly. My righteousness will precede me, with Your glory as my rearguard, according to Isaiah 58:8. I command peace, joy, and productivity into this day; I rebuke any chaos, fear, or hindrance.

Let this day be marked by Your presence, Your wisdom, and Your favor. Guide my steps, guard my heart, and let my actions reflect Your love and grace. May all I do today bring honor to Your name and contribute to Your kingdom’s work.

In Jesus’ name, I command my morning, walking in the confidence of Your promises. Amen.

Prayer Points for Commanding Your Morning:

• Authority in Prayer:
  • Scriptural Context: Revisit Job 38:12-13 for inspiration on taking authority over your day.
  • Prayer: Declare the morning as a time of righteousness, dispelling any darkness.
• Presenting Your Day to God:
  • Scriptural Context: Reflect on Psalm 5:3 for the importance of morning prayer.
  • Prayer: Lay out your day’s agenda, tasks, and challenges before God, expecting His guidance.
• Trusting in God’s Direction:
  • Scriptural Context: Use Proverbs 3:5-6 to set your heart on divine wisdom.
  • Prayer: Ask for discernment and direction, trusting that God will make your paths straight.
• Claiming Victory and Light:
  • Scriptural Context: Embrace Isaiah 58:8 for a promise of light and healing.
  • Prayer: Command your day to be filled with light, healing, and the righteousness that goes before you.

Declarations for Commanding Your Morning:

• Job 38:12-13: “Have you ever given orders to the morning, or shown the dawn its place, that it might take the earth by the edges and shake the wicked out of it?”
  • Declaration: I declare that I command this morning for righteousness, shaking off all darkness.
• Psalm 5:3: “In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.”
  • Declaration: I declare that God hears my voice this morning; I lay my day before Him, expecting His blessings.
• Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
  • Declaration: I declare that I trust in the Lord for my day’s direction, and He will make my paths straight.
• Isaiah 58:8: “Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the LORD will be your rear guard.”
  • Declaration: I declare that my light breaks forth like the dawn. Healing and righteousness guide my way. God’s glory protects me.

Reflection:

Reflect on how commanding your morning with prayer can transform your day. How does starting your day in prayer affect your outlook, decisions, and interactions? Consider how this practice can be a daily commitment to align your life with God’s will.

Closing Thought:

By commanding your morning through prayer, you set a foundation of faith, purpose, and divine alignment for the day. Let each morning be an opportunity to claim the day for God’s glory. Walk in the light of His promises. Remain under the protection of His presence.