Prayer for examinations

Last night, I started feeling really worried and guilty - I haven't done as much revision as I could have for my exams this year (mainly because I've been experiencing a certain amount of burnout and work-related depression, in fairness) and so I've been feeling pretty stressed, especially at night-time when I'm about to go to sleep. I had a look on the internet for suitable intercessions to God that would put into words all the worry and stress I was feeling, at a time when I couldn't articulate them too well myself. I found this lovely short prayer (by Anonymous, sorry in advance for stealing!) which summed everything up pretty well:

Loving God, as I begin this time of exams,
I feel some anxiety and frustration.
Help me to stay focused.Give me a clear mind,
to perform to the best of my ability.
Help me to study with dedication and vigor.
Grant me silence so that I may process the knowledge I have obtained.
Let me sleep peacefully at night,so that I am refreshed and renewed for my upcoming exams.
Be with me, gentle God, during these days.
Undoubtedly, there will be moments when I want to quit and give up.
Please sustain me, Holy One.
Guide me during times of trouble.
Help me be satisfied with the work I have done,but also help me to see areasthat I may improve upon academically in the future.
Amen.

 Just thought I'd share in case anyone was in a similar position and could use a thoughful, well-written text to petition God or simply gain comfort and strength.

Comments

  1. Angela Sheard8 April 2013 at 13:49

    Thanks very much Dad. :)

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  2. Leo Goodstadt17 April 2013 at 14:32

    ...for perseverance in revision, clarity of mind in examinations, and confusion to the examiners! Best of luck.

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