Luther's Morning Prayer
Martin Luther's Morning Prayer emphasizes the importance of expressing gratitude, seeking protection, and trusting in God's care.
Martin Luther's morning prayer expresses gratitude to God for protection from evil and danger throughout the night and seeks continued protection from evil and sin for the day ahead. Luther surrenders himself completely to God's care, asking for guidance for all his actions to be pleasing to God. He also requests the presence of God's holy Angels to guard him against the enemy's influence.
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Luther's Morning Prayer
From:
Luther's Little Instruction Book
(The Small Catechism of Martin Luther)
Appendix 1: Devotions
Translated by Robert E. Smith
July 11, 1994
My Heavenly Father, I thank You, through Jesus Christ, Your
beloved Son, that You kept me safe from all evil and danger last
night. Save me, I pray, today as well, from every evil and sin, so
that all I do and the way that I live will please you. I put
myself in your care, body and soul and all that I have. Let Your
holy Angels be with me, so that the evil enemy will not gain power
over me. Amen.
Sermon Outline
- Thanksgiving and Protection
- Purification and Guidance
- Trust in God's Care
- Commit self to God's care
- Trust in God's angels for protection
Key Quotes
“Save me, I pray, today as well, from every evil and sin, so that all I do and the way that I live will please you.” — Martin Luther
Application Points
- Make a conscious effort to express gratitude to God for His protection and provision in your life.
- Seek to please God in your daily actions by being mindful of His will and seeking to honor Him in all you do.
- Trust in God's care and commit yourself to His care, body and soul, and rely on His protection and guidance.