As you embark on your daily commute, consider this prayer for a smoother journey, especially for those parents who juggle work and childcare.
Heavenly Father, please guide my driving this morning. After a long night of nursing at 4:00 a.m., I find myself in dire need of caffeine to wake up. If it’s not too much to ask, could you help the Starbucks drive-thru line be shorter today? It seems only fair that working moms like me should have a special “fast pass” to skip ahead of casual customers.
As I sit at the traffic lights, cycling through red, green, and yellow without moving, remind me of the importance of patience. Also, please nudge the driver in front of me to put down their cell phone and focus on the road. When I eventually pass a distracted driver engrossed in texting or chatting, and I feel frustration rising, please help me remember the little ones in my backseat who are watching me closely. Grant me the wisdom to stay calm—or perhaps a delightful breakfast pastry to distract me!
Lord, forgive those who stop unnecessarily at flashing yellow lights; they simply need more driving experience. Bless the construction workers I see daily, who seem to be more about standing around than working. May they quickly accomplish their tasks so that I can drive without navigating around endless orange cones.
When I encounter what looks like a young teen behind the wheel of an oversized SUV, remind me of my own youthful driving experiences. Help me to recall that we must strive for safer road practices for our children, possibly delaying driving until 18 and equipping them with safety helmets to curb distractions.
In moments when I need to multitask—whether it’s applying makeup in the parking lot, pumping while driving, or shedding tears after a long day—shield me from judgmental glances, especially from truck drivers who should understand the struggles of living in one’s vehicle.
Ultimately, Lord, help me return home at the end of the day with my children intact, minimizing requests for fast food that sound enticing after a long day. After they’re tucked in, when the thought of expanding our family crosses my mind, remind me of the chaos of rush hour traffic when my son turned a sippy cup into a weapon. Help me remember that fish don’t require midnight feedings or make messes on my carpet—though I’d prefer cleaning up after a goldfish than dealing with car seat disasters.
Amen.
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Summary
This prayer offers a lighthearted yet earnest reflection for parents navigating the challenges of daily commutes, emphasizing patience, safety, and the everyday struggles of parenting. It serves as a reminder to find humor and calm in the chaos of life on the road.