Prayer for August 31-September 6, 2014
Sermon Text: Matthew
16:21-28
That we may give ourselves fully to God’s plan to
redeem and heal the world
Jesus, help us to remember that You have called your disiciples to take
up their own crosses as they follow You.
Help us to remember that the way in which You lead us is not a smoothly
paved path that is fenced off from all potential harm.
Enable us to trust You even when You lead us through rough and dangerous
places. Enable us to trust You enough to
endure opposition and even persecution for our faith. Enable us to die to selfish ambition and set
aside our own plans for our lives in order to answer your call. Help us to give ourselves fully to You and to
God’s plan to redeem and heal the world through You.
We trust in your reign among us, even though much of what we observe
suggests that your reign is still far off.
Let us honor You with our actions as your Spirit helps and guides
us. Amen.
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