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For Believers to Desire Worship

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. While our whole lives are truly an act of worship, our hearts crave your presence and your promises, both of which are always tied to your Word. And since your Word is central to wherever believers gather for Sunday morning worship, we therefore crave corporate worship together with the body of Christ. Lead all of your sheep to come together in worship to hear the voice of their Good Shepherd. Set apart the worship that takes place in churches from all other forms of worship, so that it transcends. Create in Christians an increased yearning and desire to come together to worship you, and build and bless your Church through it. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Look More to You and Less to Ourselves

Mighty Rock,
While we can be frustrated when reminded that we don’t have all the answers and are not in control, turn those situations into learning experiences for us. Use them as prompts to lead us to look to you first more often. Whether we’re unclear on the problem or the plan to address it, make it second nature for us to fix our focus on you. When we do, show us repeatedly that you mean it when you promise to work out everything for our good. And forge our faith into such a rock-solid trust in you that we arrive at the point where we couldn’t imagine beginning any pursuit or taking on any challenge without you, your Word, and your promises as our starting point. Less of us, more of you, Lord. Always. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Stay Active as We Age

Loving Father,
It’s easy to become more sedentary as we age, yet as important as ever to be active and exercise. As the aches and pains of aging increase, so does the challenge of overcoming them to move our bodies. Then, that can result in a cruel cycle of hurting in other areas because we’re not exercising. Move us to be proactive with our diet and exercise before the discomforts of aging set in, so we minimize them as much as possible. Help us to number our days, to remember our time of grace here on earth is limited, and to care for the bodies you’ve given us accordingly. Fill us with resilience and determination to show you honor and gratitude by maintaining our bodies and health to the best of our ability.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Avoid Bad Language

Sanctifying Spirit,
You generously provide us with countless ways to thank and honor you for your goodness and grace with our whole lives. One such way is to be mindful of the kind of language we use regularly. While cussing and four-letter words have become normalized and even casually displayed everywhere from bumper stickers to online posts, you have set us apart for sanctified speech. Guard our hearts and lips from the negative influence of coworkers and media, so that we do not become comfortable speaking words that make us indistinguishable from the world. Let us also be unafraid to chastise fellow Christians who seem to be indifferent about the language they use. Since we represent you to this world, the way we speak should not be of this world. Forgive my tongue for tasteless talk, coarse discourse, and unsavory speech. Words matter, and I want my words to reflect your worth to me.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Self-Awareness in My Communication

Spirit of Wisdom,
So much of how our communication is received is determined by far more than just the words we speak. Our facial expressions, our general body language, and our tone, inflection, and delivery all help or hinder the words that come out of our mouths. On top of that, the state of our own spiritual, emotional, and physical health speaks volumes about when and where we should have certain conversations. Since I want to speak the truth in love, and desire that my words and actions are taken in the kindest possible way, help me grow in self-awareness and emotional intelligence. I don’t want to get in the way of my own words, so that others are left confused or turned off before even being able to think about what I’ve said. Love for my neighbor means not just speaking what they need to hear or what builds them up, but also knowing myself well enough to communicate clearly and lovingly through the words I choose, and by how I choose to deliver them. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Forgiveness to Forgive

Merciful Father,
I stand before you forgiven. Undeservedly. Unconditionally. Unquestionably. Freely. Fully.

Move me to forgive others. Undeservedly. Unconditionally. Unquestionably. Freely. Fully. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Honesty in Marriage

Gracious Savior,
Let honesty be a staple in Christian marriages. When a husband and wife are honest with each other, it leads them to be real and open with each other, and communication thrives as a result. Guard their minds and hearts from gradually slipping into white lies and half-truths with each other. These can be doubly devastating because one spouse is still being lied to and the other is lying to him or herself about the damage that is actually being done. Protect marriage partners from the temptation to exploit the familiarity they have with each other by getting comfortable with masking dishonesty. When not honest with each other, compel them to confess it, and let the good news of your gracious forgiveness rebuild honesty and trust in their relationship. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Establish the Habit of Weekly Worship

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. One of the most blessed routines we can establish is gathering weekly in your house for worship. Since we are creatures of habit, help believers dial in the habit of worshiping every week. When we settle for less than weekly worship, we are more likely to leave open the door of compromise and find ourselves more willing to favor other plans. While there are certainly extenuating circumstances that can keep your people away from your house on Sunday mornings, make those the exception and not the rule. Whether a worshiper is new to the faith or a mature Christian, graciously remove as many roadblocks as possible that keep your people from regular weekly worship. Finally, grant faithful attenders a rich measure of your spiritual blessings to fill up their faith as you draw them to you through Word and Sacrament. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Those Who Help Us Bear Our Burdens

Compassionate Savior,
It is an unavoidable reality that this side of heaven, we will all have burdens to bear. But, you also give us an unshakeable promise that we will never bear any burden alone. You will not abandon us. You will not forsake us. You will not leave us on our own for even a second. While that would be enough, your care and compassion go even further, for you place others in our lives to bear our burdens along side us. It may be another set of ears to listen while we unpack our struggles. It may be eyes to help us see the next step. It might be solutions to enable us to lighten the load. It might be prayers, words of encouragement, or simply being present when we’re weighed down the most. Thank you, Lord, for providing these fellow burden bearers in my life. Make me willing to be the same for others when they need it.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Remembrance on 9/11

Lord of Nations,
On this day, twenty-five years ago, terrorists flew planes into buildings with the intent of murdering as many people as possible. Among all of the innocent lives lost were many of the first responders who dedicated their lives to helping and rescuing others. Let us remember and honor all of them. Be with all who on this day are reliving the pain of having lost loved ones on that tragic day, or some time afterward because they were exposed to the toxic effects. Continue to bless them with your healing and hope. Thank you for those who have vigilantly served around the clock ever since that tragedy to thwart future terrorist plots and to guard and protect the citizens of our nation. Protect all who dedicate their lives to protecting us. Bring to justice all of Satan’s agents with malicious hearts who are hell-bent on carrying out similar acts of pure evil against other human beings. Lord, have mercy.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.