Three prayers for new beginnings

When one chapter comes to an end, it can open the way for renewal, hope and new possibility. As a Christian-founded organisation serving people across Australia, Mission Australia recognises that many people turn to prayer at moments of transition, seeking wisdom, courage and a fresh sense of direction.

 

These three prayers for new beginnings have been written by Mission Australia’s chaplains to support gentle reflection as a new season unfolds, offering space to pause, reset and look ahead with hope.

God, thank you helping me get through a difficult year. I know that even in the darkest valleys of my life, you have been with me. Your love has carried me through challenging times.

Please renew my heart and my mind. Help me leave behind the bitterness and pain of former things. Replace the old and broken ways of my heart and restore me with your grace and strength.

Fill me with new blessings, joy and peace. Help renew my heart so that I can be ready for a new beginning.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me”

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

God, I trust you with my decisions and plans this year.

Help me lean on you with all my heart instead of relying on my own understanding. Give me the confidence and wisdom to follow you as you guide me towards the right path.

Even when I make decisions that aren’t the best, would you continue to work for my good and your glory. Remind me that your ways are higher than my ways and that you always know the best way to go.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

“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.”

“Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.”

God, I give you all my cares and concerns to you.

I know you are my Heavenly Father who can provide me with everything I need. You know my needs before I even ask you for them.

Thank you, Lord, for your new beginnings and unwavering provision. I trust that your peace will watch over me as I step into a new beginning.

This year, I will rely on the riches of your love and grace to provide for my physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”