Prayer for September 9-15, 2018
Sermon Text: Mark 7:24-37
Transform
our minds as we respond to strangers
God of all creatures, open our ears so that we may hear the urgent,
persistent calls of strangers in need. Open our eyes so that we may perceive
their humanity with all of their tenacity and cleverness. Instruct our tongues
so we may speak words of blessing and hope. Open our hearts so we may respond
with neighborly compassion. Expand our vision so we may comprehend that the
scope of your concern exceeds our expectations and that your mission extends to
all people, including some whom we are inclined to spurn.
Bring us face-to-face with those whom we do not know and often fear.
Transform our minds through such encounters. Bring healing and reconciliation
in and through us. We praise You for what You are able to do among us as we
remain open to your guidance. Amen.
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