Friday, October 4, 2024

In this sacred time with you, we empty ourselves of anger, jealousy, bitterness, evil, and judgemental attitudes. We are your vessels of love. Thank you for filling us with your joy and peace as we trust in you, so that we may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Thank you for personally knowing each one of our names. Thank you for the gift of friends who encourage us, and give us energy. May we hear your words of wisdom and take refuge in you. May we be a blessing.

Your decrees are eternal, O LORD. We will never again need to wear clothes of grief. Burn our sackcloths before us, so we will not return to ways of fear or helplessness. We will walk with faith and confidence upon your Ancient Path for all our days.

Almighty God, we humble ourselves as we enter your sacred presence. We become aware of our meagre existence. You are the Creator, who gives us life. You are clothed in majesty and power. Thank you, your breath gives us life.

We will remain in your house, LORD. We will dwell in safety and will not be afraid anymore. Bless the words of our lips, our thoughts, and our actions, so we will greet each other in a good way.

Thank you for this time with you. We quiet our hearts and minds, so we can hear your life-giving message of love and hope, which energizes us. Thank you for the guides, mentors, and community who encourage us to stay close to you and walk in a good way.