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Sports Prayers

A pre-game prayer thanking God for competition and asking for the stamina to compete well.

This sports prayer works well said as a team huddle right before a game, thanking God for the chance to compete before asking for the physical stamina to see it through. It keeps winning secondary to effort and gratitude for the opportunity itself. Fans wanting something with more energy might prefer these sports slogans.

Dear God, As we gather on this field of play

Dear God, As we gather on this field of play

Dear God,

As we gather on this field of play, we come before You with grateful hearts for the gift of sports and competition.

Bless our efforts and grant us the strength and endurance to give our best in every...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What setting is this sports prayer offered in?
It's offered 'on this field of play,' with grateful hearts for the gift of sports and competition.
What does the prayer ask God to bless?
It asks God to bless the players' efforts and grant them the strength and endurance to give their best.
Where can I find related devotional reading?
For related devotional reading, see the Hope prayers collection.

The focus on endurance rather than victory makes this prayer suitable regardless of the outcome, useful before a match as much as after a tough loss. It's short enough to say together in the minutes before kickoff or tip-off. For a lighter take on the same world, see these sports jokes.