Jesus, risen Lord, light of the world, to you be all praise and glory! As I take notice of the brilliance of your creation, they speak of your resurrection. O Lord, I know now that it is in silence, in a quiet moment, in a forgotten corner that you will meet me, call me by name and speak to me a word of peace. It is in my stillness that you become the risen Lord to me. Dear Lord, I am so grateful for all you have given me. Bless all who suffer in this world and bring peace to your people, whom you loved so much that you gave your life for them. Amen
-Henri Nouwen
Prayer of the Bible
Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name;
make known among the nations what he has done.
Sing to him, sing praise to him;
tell of all his wonderful acts. Glory in his holy name;
let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.
Look to the LORD and his strength;
seek his face always. Remember the wonders he has done,
his miracles, and the judgments he pronounced.
-Psalm 105:1-5
(Praise and thanksgiving to our God)
The Example of Jesus
After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone
-Matthew 14:23
(Meditate on the life of Jesus)
Prayer for Ourselves and Others
God can do anything—far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us. –Ephesians 3:21
(Free prayer of request and intercession)
Closing Prayer
The Lord is my shepherd
In him I lack nothing
He leads me to abundant life
To a place of peace and rest
He restores my soul
And guides me in paths of righteousness
Amen
—adapted from Psalm 23
No comments:
Post a Comment