Prayer for November 15, 2020
Sermon Text: Matthew 25:14-30
Sermon Text: Matthew 25:14-30
That we may act in creative ways that glorify You, nourish the church, and preserve the world
Generous One, we rejoice that You have entrusted us with many resources, of many kinds, in order to participate in and extend your reign of peace and justice in the world.
Most of the time, we rejoice in your trust and gladly use your resources to pursue your glory. Sometimes we are greedy, lazy, or fearful, using your resources solely for our own benefit, or shelving or hiding them because we are too lazy to do the strenuous and creative work of faith.
Forgive us when we act in fearful or greedy ways. Forgive us when we let the gifts and resources You have provided go to waste. Forgive us when we do not allow our best perceptions of You to guide our actions.
Enable us to act in creative ways that bring glory to You, nourish the life of the church, and preserve the world that You have created for the sustenance and joy of a myriad creatures. Amen.
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