Sermon Text: Luke 10:25-37
That we may be open to the disruption necessary to respond to others in their need
God, instruct us thoroughly in your word.
Fill us fully with your Spirit. Give us the mind of Christ so that we are
always ready to serve.
Do not let us try to justify ourselves by
narrowing the definition of “neighbor,” then by letting ourselves off the hook
when given an opportunity to respond to real needs that are right in front of
us.
Enable us to be open for interruption, to
allow our path to be altered and our schedule disrupted. Make us ready to bend
to assist the wounded one with compassion and wisdom, even when that one is our
enemy. Fill us with courage to face the criticism of others who would narrowly
limit the scope of care to those who are most like us.
Fill our hearts with thanksgiving for all
that You have done for us. Then, let us respond with gratitude and generosity
to those You place before us. Enable us to show your likeness through our
attitude and action. Amen.
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