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Prayers for Strength
Catholic prayers for strength in hard times: a prayer for endurance, the Suscipe of St. Ignatius, and short lines for exhausted days.
Part of the By intention prayer collection.
In brief
Catholic prayers for strength in hard times: a prayer for endurance, the Suscipe of St. Ignatius, and short lines for exhausted days.
Prayer: Prayer for Strength
Lord, I am tired in places rest doesn't reach. Give me the strength I actually need: not a spectacular rescue, but a faithful heart for this one day — and then tomorrow's when it comes. When I am weak, be my strength, as You were for Paul. When I want to quit, remind me why I began. When I have nothing left to give, be Yourself the portion that is enough. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me — including, somehow, this. Amen.
Source note: Original, after Phil 4:13 and 2 Cor 12:9
A prayer for strength when the next step feels heavy
When you need strength, pray for enough grace for the next faithful step rather than demanding that every burden disappear at once. Name the struggle, ask for courage and support, and allow trusted people to stand with you; rest and professional help can also be part of faithful care.
The page is written for suffering, fatigue and difficult decisions without implying weakness or promising a particular outcome. Its prayer language supports perseverance, hope and honest dependence on God.
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