Sermon Text: Exodus 20:1-20
That we will gladly obey your wise instruction
Holy and wise God, in selfishness and stubbornness we are often inclined to see your commands as arbitrary and limiting. We rebel against them and act as though we are creatures without limits. We choose our own paths of independence, failing to perceive the ways that we enslave ourselves and damage both our neighbors and ourselves.
Forgive us.
Give us understanding.
Help us remember and rejoice in the truth that your laws were given to your people as part of your covenant blessing. Your law provides wise guidance. Your law enables loving responses for neighbors that allows your healing, justice and peace to flourish among your people.
Wise God, we are slow learners. Continue to teach us. We praise you for your wisdom and generosity. We commit ourselves to obedience and ask for your constant help to live as your holy ones. Amen.
Thoughts, and prayers from Pastor David Antieau at St. Nicolai United Church of Christ
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