While cutting off the top of the pumpkins, pray: "Lord, open my mind so I can learn new things about you."
(See Proverbs 1:7)

While removing the seeds and pulp, pray: "Remove the things in my life that don't please you. Forgive the wrong things I do, and help me forgive others.""
(See Matthew 6:14-15)

While making eyes, pray: "Open my eyes to see the beauty you've made in the world around me."
(See Psalm 104:24)

While making the nose, pray: "I'm sorry for the times I've turned up my nose at your many gifts."
(See James 1:17)

While making the mouth, pray: "Let everything I say please you."
(See Psalm 19:14)

While lighting the candle, pray: "Lord, help me show your light to others through the things I do."
(See Matthew 5:16)

After carving your pumpkins, display them as examples of how God's love transforms us into new creations.
(See 2 Corinthians 5:17)