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For Those Facing Heavy Decisions

Spirit of Comfort,
Be present for those who find themselves in situations where they need to make hard, heavy decisions. When choices will significantly impact families, finances, and futures, do not let those decisions be rash or hasty. When circumstances require a decision to be made urgently or in a very short timeframe, grant those decision-makers an extra measure of your Spirit, and surround them with wisdom and counsel. When gut-wrenching end-of-life decisions need to be made, let the confidence of the Resurrection and eternal life wash over and calm troubled, anxious hearts. Move believers in the body of Christ to offer the comfort of their presence for those facing emotionally draining decisions, so that they don’t have to make those decisions alone.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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For Grace at Goodbyes

Loving Lord,
It’s rarely an easy thing to say goodbye to those we love. When children leave for college and then leave home for good, it’s a big change. When visits between those weathering long-distance relationships come to an end, having to part ways again hurts. And no goodbyes are more painful than the final goodbyes between those about to be separated from each other at the end of life.  

You, Lord, are no stranger to goodbyes. You left those you loved – and who loved you – when you gave yourself up on the cross, only to be shunned by the Father in our place. And again, after your resurrection, you left your church in the hands of the disciples when you ascended into heaven. Yet at that time, you promised never to leave us permanently, but that you would be with us always. As a result, for all who believe, goodbyes are short-lived when compared to the forever of eternity. May the certainty of that future reality soothe the sting of our goodbyes until then.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Rejoice in the Good News of God With Us

Immanuel,
May we never cease to marvel at the wonder of your birth! Let it never become so familiar as to become mundane or mere tradition. There is simply no understandable human explanation to account for why the divine should dwell among fallen mankind in this broken creation. Nonetheless, Christmas means just that: God came to live among man. And, he didn’t come just to live, but to die, so that ultimately we could live with him forever. Until then, your coming to us at Christmas assures us of your permanent presence. Be with us always, ever-present Immanuel. 

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

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To Remember That You’re in Control

Mighty God,
No matter what I’m dealing with right now, Lord, I can always use the reminder that everything is going to be OK. As a believer, I know that you hold me in the palm of your hand, that you work out everything – good and bad – for my benefit, and that I will never face anything alone. With this confidence, help me to live in faith, not fear. Equip me to win my battles against worry, remembering that there is no harm or danger that can ever separate me from you and your love. The certainty of my salvation is my security and the source of my strength. Let me rest in your peace and find comfort in knowing that neither you nor those who are yours will ever come to ruin at the hands of the evil one.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.