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For Discernment to Uncover the Lies I Believe

Holy Spirit,
Satan is the father of lies. It is therefore no surprise that he retains the same tactics today that brought him success against Adam and Eve and countless others since then. As shameful as it ought to be that he would be so unoriginal and simple-minded, it’s even more embarrassing that I still fall for his lies today. The reason I so often believe his lies is that he is so good at masking them as the truth. Therefore, I ask for discernment to be able to help me expose any lies that I am believing. Use others around me to help detect them and warn me, or to inform me of the possibility of certain lies in my life. Give me the humility to realize that no matter how smart I think I am, the evil one is superior in outsmarting me with seeds of doubt, misinformation, and deception. Then, when the lies I am believing come to the surface and are discovered, empower me to shut them down with the truth of your Word. Let your light pierce any darkness in my life so that I can call out the lies and replace them with truth. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Hope as We Bear Our Crosses

Lord Jesus,
We know that trials, pain, and suffering are not only unavoidable in a world covered by a constant cloud of sin, but also that we ought to expect them as your disciples. You assure believers that hardships will be littered along our path throughout life as a direct result of our faith in you. So, Lord, rather than ask you to remove what you’ve already told us to expect, we ask you to reinforce us with the hope to endure as we bear these crosses. You have promised that no amount of suffering we’ll ever face is even worth being in the same conversation as the magnificent glory that awaits our eternity with you. And, rather than mere wishful thinking, this present hope we have of a glorious future is steadfast and certain, because it is anchored in the past reality of your suffering, death, and resurrection, which already secured our eternity. Galvanize us with this hope in the face of any cross you call us to bear.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Those Faithfully Serving Behind the Scenes

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. Thank you for those quietly serving behind the scenes. Thank you for the toilet that works because of the retired plumber who came in during the week and used his gifts to fix it. Thank you for those who attentively care for the property and landscaping so that our open door is not an eyesore on Sunday morning. Thank you for those willing to get their hands dirty for the sake of a clean and tidy sanctuary that sets the tone for worship. Thank you for those serving in a hot kitchen to bake the refreshments enjoyed by many. You provide your people with gifts to humbly serve behind the scenes, not for praise or recognition, but with faithful, gratitude-filled hearts, eagerly making the most of these opportunities to love you and us. Thank you for them.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Worship to Be About Jesus

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. As believers gather in Christian churches all over the world on this day for worship, edify them through the preaching of your Word. Remind both preachers and those listening that we are called the Christian Church because Christ is central to all that we are and do. Let that be clearly reflected and understood in preaching and worship. While we enjoy freedom and flexibility in so many ways because of the gospel, guard all believers at all times against being willing to compromise anything that may call Christ into question. On Jesus and his saving work, your Church is a tower of strength. Without him, it crumbles to pieces. Let it stand forever, as you have promised, and keep us faithful to our promise to remain true to you. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Gather Others to Your Church

God of Grace,
Your Church is for everyone. However, there are still so many souls outside of Christianity who are blinded by the evil one and are in danger of being eternally lost. Some are blind because they are simply unaware of all that you have done to save. Others are blind because they have been deceived by false religions and counterfeit gods. Still others stand as bitter enemies of the Christian faith. Yet these all have this in common: you alone bring them unparalleled peace that is not accessible and cannot be appreciated apart from Jesus Christ. Flex your mighty right arm of salvation, unleash your Holy Spirit, and dislodge and dismantle every obstruction that is currently cutting off so many from the lifeline of faith in Jesus. Let the gospel overpower all opposition and succeed in rescuing many more souls into the safety and sanctuary of your Church. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Trust Your Timing

Patient Lord,
The entire universe operates according to your schedule. Time itself is your own creation, and by it you govern and oversee all things. Therefore, forgive me for so often slipping back into thinking that my timing is best. It reflects just one of the many ways I deceive myself into thinking I am the one in control. In your mercy, be patient with me when I am frustrated because life doesn’t happen according to my timeline. Replace my frustration with faith. Give me the humility to know that I could never top your perfect timing, and the confidence to trust your timing. When you promise to work out everything for the good of those who love you, that also means you’ll do it at just the right time. Since you orchestrated all of history to enter the world as Savior at just the right time, surely there is no one better equipped to oversee all the details and timing of my life than you.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Grow My Faith

Holy Spirit,
How can we possibly determine the value of the priceless gift of faith which you have given us? By faith, our eyes have been opened to see our Savior, who has secured our salvation and who provides us with peace and purpose in life. Therefore, I ask you to increase my faith so that it continues to cling ever so tightly to you and does not waver or doubt. Since I know you carry out this vital work through your Word, draw me into it more consistently and direct me to think on it deeply. Lead me also to crave Communion, by which you refresh and restore my soul, and to rejoice in my baptism, by which you claimed me as your own. Use your Word in all these wonderful ways to grow in me a faith that delights in fixing my eyes increasingly on my Jesus. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Artistic Gifts in Worship

Heavenly Father,
Sundays are sacred. When we worship in your house, we see so much that draws the eyes of our hearts to you. Thank you for the gifts of creative vision combined with faith that you have granted to so many to edify us in worship. As the sun’s rays are filtered through palettes of stained glass, the colorful patterns evoke beauty and awe as our gaze is turned upward to ponder how you shine so brightly in our lives. Banners teach us while touching our hearts with rich symbols and imagery. Graphics put your Word into powerful pictures. The design and thoughtfulness put into the very sanctuary in which we worship capture theological truths, drawing us further into your presence. Thank you for the many artistic gifts used to magnify you and stir the souls of your people in worship. Continue to move many to use their skills and abilities for such a noble and holy purpose.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Growth in Giving

Generous Lord,
You are a Giver. You not only promise to provide all that we need, but are delighted to give it. We, on the other hand, are more naturally takers and receivers. The fall into sin revealed this very attitude, when Adam & Eve were more concerned with taking what they shouldn’t have. Ever since then, we have looked out for ourselves first, and give only after we’re sure we have enough (if we give at all!).

In repentance, rid us of this selfishness and greed. Just as you did not come to be served, but to serve, bend our hearts and will in the same direction – outward before inward. Free us from any enslavement to money or possessions, as well as the fear of not having enough, and cause us to imitate you as generous givers. Grow us into joyful first-fruit givers, worshiping you with our first and best instead of what’s left.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Watch Over Our Young People

Good Shepherd,
Stay close to the sheep of your flock who are young. Daily they face many dangers and distractions. Some are physical and emotional, like threats of violence and bullying at school. They face academic and athletic pressure that weighs heavily on them. Other threats are spiritual, including struggles with sin, doubts about you or your Word, or negative peer pressure to hide or diminish their faith. Social media, foul language in music, and shows that celebrate sin shape and influence their minds and thinking in ways they don’t yet understand. Protect them, Lord. Guard and keep them. Lead their parents and other caring Christian adults to be vigilant in watching out for them and steering them in the right direction. Feed their faith so that they may flourish and never forsake you. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.