Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Walk with us through our days on this earth. Cast us not from your presence. We will return goodness to those who cross our paths. We will share in times of famine and harvest honourably. One thing we ask; this is what we seek–to dwell in the house of the LORD all our days. May our descendants bury us in the land you promised long ago, beneath Ancient Faith-markers. And may we always remember your faithfulness to us. Clothe our children and grandchildren in the same armour of your light, throughout the generations.

We enter your sacred prayer space clothed in the armour of your light. You greet us with a loving embrace. Life-giving Spirit breathes into and around us. We become aware of your desires for us.

Be our strong rock, a castle to keep us safe, for you are our crag and stronghold. Breathe new life into the limbs of our family trees, O LORD. Bless the new blossoms that grow here, and the new fruit that is to come. Count us among your blessed children. Restore our families for your sake. We will remember your blessings, and praise your name throughout the generations.

We enter your sacred prayer space clothed in the armour of your light. By your grace, we walk your Ancient Path with faith that you are with us; your teachings guide our steps. You reveal to us the power of our words when we walk with you–power to destroy or to restore.

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

Lectionary Readings for Today:
1 Kings 2:1-4
Psalm 119:129-136
Matthew 12:38-42

Who are we, that we should ask anything of you? You know our hearts’ desires. You are ready and willing to give to us freely, even before we know what we want or need. But you invite us to join in your mystery in this sacred prayer space, and to give voice to our desires.