WISE STEWARDS: LENTEN PRAYERS 2017
Day 25 – Wednesday
Luke 16:19-31
God of mercy and compassion,
forgive us for intentionally averting our eyes to the needs of others. Forgive
us for our apathy. Forgive us for clutching our abundant resources as though we
never have enough. Forgive us for living as though luxury and ease were our
birthright. Forgive us for waiting for dramatic signs to impel us to act in
neighborly ways toward our neighbors.
Giver of vision, open our eyes
so that we may truly see the depth of need that diminishes the lives of many
people around us. Open our hearts to respond with compassion, friendship and
solidarity. Open our purses, wallets, and bank accounts in order to share
generously with those who suffer most.
God, shape us into a people
who feed the hunger and heal the agony of others now. Rouse us to action while
the need is urgent.
We know the time is coming
when You will judge all things and set them right. Help us to do what we can to
put things right today. Amen.
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