St. Nicolai Notes

Prayer for March 7-13, 2021
Lenten Prayer - Third Sunday - March 7, 2021
Sermon Text: Psalm 19

That we may walk in the way of life that is free and full

God of all creation, we rejoice that You have made us for yourself. We rejoice that with the eyes of faith we are able to perceive your glory as It is displayed, wordlessly, through the wonders of the environment in which we live. In your works, we encounter simplicity, complexity, beauty, and mystery that give us delight and pause.

We thank You for your law, your instruction, that You have given as a gift of mercy that guides us away from brutal and enslaving ways of living with each other in your world. We thank You for the constant reminder that the righteousness and justice You enable are both foundation and fruit of lives of love and joy.

Thank You for refreshing us as we reflect and act upon your law. Thank You for enlightening us and filling us with joy as we act as your covenant people by heeding your word.

We rejoice that we are not fated to enslavement to human enemies or brutal powers, nor to our own momentary whims. Thank You for the rich treasure of your instruction. Enable us to see ourselves clearly as we meditate upon your word. Guide us in the way of life that is free and full because it is lived in conversation and covenant with You. Amen.