The good news of Christ
In our own hurts and needs, let us not ignore, O God, that we may still be used by you to serve others. And in that serving we may find solace and peace.
Let us not be afraid, but trust that you will always be near and strengthen us for every challenge.
Feed us, O God, with heavenly bread, and clothe us with your righteousness.
Was Jesus really the one? Is there really a life after death? Is heaven real? Does it matter in this life what I do?
O God, I sweep every doubt under feet of the Lord Jesus Christ, and he will show me the truth.
Give me the strangeness of John the Immerser for the sake of the Kingdom. Thank you for the gift of greatness in the kingdom as one of your little ones. Continue reading “Keep my efforts for the kingdom from flagging”
Save us, God of power and grace,
From sin, injustice, greed, and graft,
From tolerance, lack of zeal, and pride,
From hardness of heart and loveless practice. Continue reading “Save us from sin”
As a servant of Christ and a steward of your great mysteries, Father, I want to be faithful. I ask your help that I might never falter nor fail in my responsability.
Let me serve without regard to human evaluations, but be always aware that you know the intentions of the heart. I work to receive my recognition from you. Continue reading “Let our lives not be mere talk”
They just don’t get it, Lord. Time and time again they have heard. They ooh and aah. They find it so interesting. They want it to help them have a better life. But they’re trying to get without giving. Or give what they are willing to let go of. Continue reading “They just don’t get it, Lord”