Gratitude for Routine
Gracious God,
Weekends provide opportunities for a break from the regular routine of the work week, occasions to spend time with family and friends, different experiences to be had, and the rest you offer us through worship. For all of these things we are grateful.
At the same time, as we return to our more regular schedules of the work week, we are also grateful. Lead us to appreciate the structure and routine it provides. There is a comfort to what is familiar. We have daily and weekly habits and patterns that help to anchor us. Rather than viewing such things as mundane and monotonous, help us to find stability in the sameness of our weekly routine, and use it to help us function faithfully and serve you and others with our best.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.