Your bags are packed and you’re almost out the door... but lingering in the back of your mind is a long list of what-ifs. What if our flight is delayed? What if the car gets a flat tire on the way? What if someone gets sick on our trip? With so much worry weighing on your mind before travel, now is the perfect time to give it to God and let Him take the wheel. Say one of these prayers for safe travel before you embark on your journey, because for Christians, the best travel advisor is God Himself. He knows all of the plans you’ve made for your next big adventure, plus the anxiety swirling around inside of you as you prepare to depart for your destination.
You can trust God with your travel plans. Under His watchful eye, He’ll keep you and your loved ones safe and protected, so you’ll have peace of mind during your getaway. God wants you to enjoy life and He has given you a great big world of possibilities to explore. So, whether you’re planning an epic overseas vacation to the ruins of ancient Rome or driving to the family reunion to finally catch up with cherished relatives, let these prayers and verses for safe travel calm your fears and inspire the journey. Because adventure awaits — and you don’t want to miss a moment of it.
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O God, our heavenly Father, whose glory fills the whole creation, and whose presence we find wherever we go: preserve those who travel; surround them with your loving care; protect them from every danger; and bring them in safety to their journey's end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
— Unknown
Lord, thank you for the opportunity to be able to travel in this season. You have sustained me and my loved ones, and I am grateful. You say in Psalm 121:8 that you shall preserve my going out and coming in from this time forth and forevermore. Preserve my life and get me to my destination and back home safely. I may not see the dangers along the way, but I ask that you keep me away from them. Watch over my steps Lord. My life is in your hands, and I trust that you will keep me safe.
In the mighty name of Jesus, amen and amen.
— Melissa Tumino
A Prayer for a Friend to Travel Safely
Heavenly Father, This prayer of safe travel is for my friends for them to have their safe trip. Oh God, who hast commissioned thy angels, allow very little distraction to come my friends’ way and allow them to reach their final destination. Keep them away from any danger and let them not worry; condition their minds to have the unison goal of returning safely. I ask these in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
— Shannon Jacobs
A Prayer to Protect Your Journey
The Lord will protect you from all evil; God will protect your very life. The Lord will protect you on your journeys whether going or coming from now until forever from now.
— Psalm 121:7-8
A Prayer for Safe Travel by Plane
Father, I pray over the trip I’m taking on this plane. I’m trusting you that no mechanical issues or emergencies will happen during this flight. May our pilot be alert and make wise decisions. I pray for each flight attendant here today, that they will be kind, patient, and prepared. Help my fellow passengers be in good spirits and have good health. Deliver us to our destination safely. In Jesus name, amen.
— Like a Bubbling Brook
A Prayer for Safe Travel by Car
Dear Lord, I pray for safe travel in our car today. Please keep us safe on these crowded roads as well as the others we are sharing it with. As the driver, give me the discernment as to when to take breaks so that I do not push myself to the limit. Release your angels to surround us and protect us until we get to our final destination. In your name, I pray. Amen.
— Unknown
Lord I go with you, I am safe with you. I do not travel alone, For your hand is upon me, Your protection is divine. Besides, in front and behind You encircle my life, For I am yours, and you are mine.
— Fritz Chery
A Prayer for Traveling With Kids
Dear Lord, I pray for our upcoming trip with the kids. I ask that you will guard their bodies so that no sickness will occur while we are gone. I pray that they will be in good spirits and will cause very little distraction on the way to our destination. Help me to discern when they need a break or some rest during this trip yet help us have a wonderful time. In your name, I pray. Amen.
— Carrie Lowrance
A Prayer to Make Memories Together
Dear Heavenly Father, please protect us on the journey we're about to take. Support us with Your strength and grace when we're weary. Help us to be mindful of Your presence and love in times of stress and guide us to make our time together meaningful and memorable. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
— Unknown
A Prayer to Protect From Sickness
Dear God, I bow before you, asking for your blessing and praying that you allow no destruction to come my way as I travel from one place to another. Grant my prayers, that I may not acquire sickness as I interact with other people. As I traverse to different places, Let the road rise and allow me to see you in unfamiliar places and experience your love in the faces of other people.
— Shannon Jacobs
Connie Rowland
Connie Rowland is an artist and writer who helps overwhelmed Christians see God’s hand in their life so they can feel closer to Him and be encouraged by His presence every day.
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