Novena for Eyesight – Day 3: Old Age
Pray for those in danger of losing their eyesight due to aging and age-related conditions.
Today's Focus: Old Age
Today we pray for those in danger of losing their eyesight due to aging and age-related conditions. We ask God to help all who are in danger of losing their eyesight from old age.
Prayer for Day 3
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Opening Prayer:
Dear Lord, we thank You and praise You for the many gifts You have given us, especially the gift of our sight. Please help all who are in danger of losing the precious gift of sight.
Prayer for Old Age:
The ability to see is essential for many things that we must do and that we enjoy in our lives each day. The prospect of slowly losing eyesight with age must be difficult and burdensome.
Daily Intention:
Today we pray for those in danger of losing their eyesight due to aging and age-related conditions. We ask God to help all who are in danger of losing their eyesight from old age.
Scripture Reading:
"Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you." (Isaiah 46:4)
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be
Closing Prayer:
We ask You to bless, strengthen and heal all who are in danger of losing their eyesight, and we particularly ask You today to help all who are in danger of losing their eyesight from old age! Help us to grow in holiness even in the midst of suffering and trials. Help us to grow in intimacy with You each day of our lives. And I especially ask in this novena (mention your intentions here). Lord, hear our prayers!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we pray for those in danger of losing their eyesight due to aging. Age-related vision problems like cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration can develop slowly over time, gradually affecting a person's ability to see clearly. Isaiah 46:4 reminds us that God will sustain us even in our old age and gray hairs. This promise offers comfort to those facing vision loss as they age that God will carry them and sustain them through their difficulties. Age-related vision loss can be particularly challenging because it often affects people who are already dealing with other health issues and may be less able to adapt to vision changes. Let us pray that those facing age-related vision loss will find comfort in God\'s promise to sustain them and that they will trust in His plan for their golden years.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Be Grateful
Thank God daily for the gift of your eyesight. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more blessings and healing.
Be Hopeful
Maintain hope in God\'s healing power and His plan for your vision. Trust that He can work miracles in your life.
Be Patient
Trust in God\'s timing for healing. Vision problems often require time and medical treatment to improve.
Be Trusting
Trust in God\'s will, whether that means physical healing, acceptance of vision loss, or finding new ways to see.
Closing Prayer
Dear Lord, we thank You for the gift of sight and for Your presence in our vision difficulties. Help us to pray faithfully for those facing vision loss and to support them with love and compassion. May this novena help us grow in understanding and empathy for those facing eyesight problems. Amen.