Monday, October 14, 2024

You have chosen to bless our ancestors and answer their prayers by walking with us through this land of our sojourn. We believe you will be faithful to future generations, blessing them because we chose to place our trust in you and follow your ways. We stand amazed in your presence.

We come into your presence singing your praises. You are here waiting for us to come and share how we are doing and what is going on in our lives. Thank you for delivering us from fears and anxieties. We are your blessed children.

Blessed by your name, Yahweh. In our bareness and emptiness, you bless us with your lovingkindness and provisions. We place our hope in you and look for your protection to supply our every need.

We commit to learning the truth about the sins of our ancestors. Give us strength to admit the truth to ourselves, you, and others. Give us the courage to reconcile with those who feel the result of generational wrongs, so we can journey together in a good way.

We journey with you along your Ancient Path from Jericho into the countryside. We, who were once blind, cried out to you from the ditches. You compassionately healed us. Now, we follow you and invite others to join us.

You welcome us into your sacred prayer space, even venturing out to find us and draw us in. You prepare a place for all who hear and respond to your invitation. You prepare a banquet for us. You patiently and attentively listen as we tell you our journey even before we can pause to eat at your table.