Prayer for October 16-22, 2011

Sermon Text: Exodus 33:12-13

That we will seek your goodness for all your people

Although in our foolishness we have tried more than once, O God, we know that we can reach no meaningful destination without your presence and your guidance. Without You, we have no clear sense of our destination. Without You, we have no sure sense of security. Without You, we are uncertain of our own identity. Without You we have no testimony that speaks to the world of mercy and compassion.

O God, we are done with trying to accomplish things by our own ingenuity and energy. Forgive us for our arrogance. Forgive us for forgetting You. Forgive us for our many infidelities.

Reshape our minds. Reframe our hopes. Let us desire only You and your blessing for your people. Enable us to offer up even our own well-being so others may receive your mercy and compassion and fullness.

Let us see You and know You as fully as we can so we may exult in You together. Amen.