10 Prayers for Protection from Harm
Life can be scary sometimes. We all need help staying safe. These prayers can give you comfort and strength when you’re feeling afraid.
#1: Shield Me from Danger
Dear God, Sometimes I feel scared when I walk home from school or when I’m alone in the dark. Please be my shield and keep me safe from any danger. Help me to be smart and aware of what’s going on around me. Give me the courage to ask for help when I need it. Thank you for always watching over me and being there when I’m afraid. Amen.
#2: Protect My Family (
Dear God, I worry about my family getting hurt or sick. Please keep them safe wherever they go. Watch over my parents at work, my siblings at school, and my grandparents at home. Help us to take care of each other and stay close. Thank you for giving us love that makes us stronger as a family. Keep us safe in your hands. Amen.
#3: Turn My Fear into Courage
Dear God, Sometimes I feel so scared that I can’t move or think straight. Please help me turn my fear into courage. Remind me that I’m stronger than I think. Give me the bravery to face what scares me, even when it’s hard. Help me remember that you’re always with me, so I don’t have to be afraid. Thank you for making me braver every day. Amen.
#4: Keep Me Safe Online
Dear God, The internet can be a scary place sometimes. Please help me stay safe when I’m online. Give me wisdom to know what’s okay to share and what’s not. Protect me from mean people and bad stuff. Help me to be kind to others online and to tell a grown-up if something feels wrong. Thank you for watching over me in the real world and the online world. Amen.
#5: Guard My Mind and Heart
Dear God, Sometimes I have scary thoughts or feelings that make me upset. Please protect my mind and heart from bad ideas and mean words. Help me focus on good things that make me happy and kind. Give me peace when I’m worried and love when I’m sad. Thank you for filling my heart and mind with your goodness and light. Amen.
#6: Shelter Me from Storms
Dear God, When big storms come with loud thunder and bright lightning, I get really scared. Please keep me and my home safe from strong winds and flooding. Help me remember that you’re stronger than any storm. Give me peace when the weather is bad. Thank you for being my shelter and for calming the storms in nature and in my heart. Amen.
#7: Protect Me at School
Dear God, Sometimes school can be a scary place. Please keep me and my classmates safe from bullies, fights, and any danger. Help our teachers and principal make good decisions to protect us. Give me courage to be kind to everyone and to speak up if I see someone being hurt. Thank you for watching over our school and helping us learn in a safe place. Amen.
#8: Guard My Words and Actions
Dear God, I don’t want to hurt others or get hurt by accident. Please help me think before I speak or act. Give me wisdom to use kind words and make safe choices. Protect me from saying mean things when I’m angry or doing dangerous stuff to look cool. Thank you for teaching me how to be careful with my words and actions. Amen.
#9: Keep Me Healthy
Dear God, I want to stay strong and healthy. Please protect me from sickness and injuries. Help me remember to eat good food, get enough sleep, and exercise. Give me the wisdom to make healthy choices and stay away from things that could harm my body. Thank you for the amazing body you’ve given me and for helping me take care of it. Amen.
#10: Safeguard My Future
Dear God, Sometimes I worry about what will happen when I grow up. Please protect my future and help me make good choices now. Guide me to learn important things and develop good habits. Keep me safe from bad influences that could hurt my dreams. Thank you for having a good plan for my life and for protecting me every step of the way. Amen.
