St. Nicolai Notes

Prayer for August 2-8, 2020
Sermon Text: Matthew 14:13-21

That we may continue walking toward new and liberated life 

Jesus, we rejoice that in your compassion You ministered to God’s people, your people, by giving them bread in the wilderness. You acted as God’s agent and spokesperson, just as Moses had done for the newly freed slaves who were moving from bondage into liberated life in a place of promise. 

We cannot explain what You did or how You did it, but thousands were satisfied by your prayerful action and the obedient sharing of your disciples. 

In You, thousands heard a word from God. In You, thousands received a glimpse of the reign of God drawing near. In You, thousands were nourished for new life. 

Jesus, Compassionate One, we too have caught a glimpse of God’s reign, for which we hope and pray each day. We too have been fed and nurtured by You. We too are walking toward new and liberated life. Amen.