Sunday, July 6, 2014

General Prayer Pentecost 4a Proper 9



Gracious heavenly Father, You are our refuge and fortress and we trust in You.  Hear us as we pray in Jesus’ name:

Grant us the gift of joy as we face the difficulties and trials of life.  Remind us that our King has come for us, righteous and having salvation, and that all the troubles of life cannot rob us of Your presence and peace.

We look forward to the when Your Son will come with power and glory and speak peace to the nations and destroy the weapons of war.  Until that day, bestow peace upon our nation and uphold and protect those who serve to protect us from evil

When we face an uncertain future give us hope.  Help us to look forward to the days to come with the confidence that You are with us and will bless us for our eternal good.  Grant healing and help to those are ill and injured and suffer any need.

Strengthen in us the desire to do what is good and the self-control to avoid those things that are evil.  Throughout our life help us to fight the good fight of faith.  When we stumble and fall back into sin, deliver us and set us free from guilt and shame by Jesus Christ our Lord.

We thank You heavenly Father for the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives who has revealed to us the Good News of Jesus and caused us to be born again to eternal life.  Open our ears to the invitation of Your Son Jesus who calls us to come to him and lay our burdens down and find rest for our souls.  Deepen our love for Your Word and sacraments where You are present in a way that we can lay hold of by faith.

We give You thanks for the life and courageous example of Your servant Nancy who now rests in Your presence.  Comfort us with the knowledge that You receive all of those who trust in Your Son Jesus.

Whatever else You see that we need; whatever gives glory to You; whatever else serves our neighbor and extends Your kingdom, grant to us dear Father in heaven for we are confident that You will hear and answer all of those who come to You in Jesus’ name.  Amen.

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