Saturday, July 15, 2023

How wonderful we feel in your presence in this sacred prayer space. We want to know you more and spend more time with you. You invite us to come to you as we are. We feel Life-giving Spirit’s embrace. We hear you whispering: “Bring your cold hearts, loneliness, doubts, and worn hands. Bring your weariness, feelings of low self-worth, and fear. I will carry your burdens and lighten your loads.”

Today, we invite you to reread, rest and reflect on the prayers of the past week.

Lectionary Readings for Today:
Psalm 119:33-40
Ezekiel 33:1-6
Matthew 23:29-36

Loving Yahweh, you never forget us and you are with us always. Thank you for your protection and blessing us so we are fruitful. You fulfil your promise that you will be with us. We take comfort knowing that just as you have been with our ancestors and us, you will be with the future generations. Our lives are a testimony of your grace.

Our eyes are on you, watching you, and wanting to be like you. Thank you, Divine Family, for your extravagant love. Thank you for showing us how to love, which leads to health, life, and healing.

Be our help and comfort, now and always. We experience your goodness today and are glad. We pray your mercies in our lives will be signs to others that your joy can be their strength.

LORD God Almighty, thank you that in your mighty power, you are slow to anger. You love all of your creation, not just those who follow you. You long for a relationship with us. You are our shelter and safe place for us to receive your love. Thank you for caring for us. You are so good. We love you.