Lenten Prayer - Day 33 - Sixth Friday (March 26, 2021)
Gospel Reading: Mark 13:14-27
Gospel Reading: Mark 13:14-27
Jesus, we are not always attuned to your presence and to the values of God's reign among us, so, by the Holy Spirit, enable us to discern what is truly abominable and idolatrous, and what is merely an offense against our personal or communal preferences. Help us discern when we are faced by powers that deal in death. Enable us to escape their grasp for life together as your faithful ones.
Give us the courage and energy to resist anything that demands the loyalty that only God deserves. Enable us to remain faithful even if we experience "overwhelming distress." Help us to see through deceitful efforts to dominate and destroy us.
May the Spirit who empowered your ministry dwell within us as we continue your ministry. Let us be alert for signs of your coming, without being overly anxious or investing too much energy attempting to predict a timetable for your return.
May all of us be prepared for your appearance, and participate in God's reign, where God's desire will be done on earth as in heaven. Though we cannot predict your timing, we pledge to stay alert for your presence, for God's continuing glory. Amen.
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