A Prayer for Graduation

Lord,

This moment is sacred,
standing on the edge of what lies ahead.

We’ve studied - some of us through late nights.
We’ve worked, we’ve waited.

Some of us have stumbled and wondered
if we would ever make it here - but it’s
Your grace that carried us through.

As we step into the unknown,
remind us: our future is not fragile
in Your hands.

You hold us in the palm of Your hand.
Teach us to trust You with every plan.
Thank You for the beautiful bonds
we’ve formed along the way.

Fill us with courage when we feel unsure,
and wisdom when the path is unclear.
Hold us steady in Your love,
and lead us into all You’ve prepared.

The best is yet to come.
Here we are - send us.

In Jesus’ name, amen.

-from artist, Sharon Irving