Lord, it’s far too easy to dread Monday, whether the early morning alarms, hectic breakfast routines, or a demanding boss. Even if our complaints about the daily grind of life are legitimate, don’t let the enemy take control of our minds. Don’t let him use the not-as-fun parts of life to grow bitter, pessimistic, impatient, or filled with complaints.

While the world begs us to buy into the idea of “Sunday scaries,” where we collectively dread the weekdays, may we be filled with faith in who you are: a God of hope and good things, no matter what day of the week it is.

Gift us with a rested body, clear mind, and energetic spirit to tackle the week ahead, looking for ways to witness to others about your love and be your hands and feet.

Thank you for fresh beginnings each morning, day after day, week after week. Time after time.

In your almighty name, Lord God, Amen.