This week, we’re focusing on prayer as we reflect on Jesus’ example and commandments, praying through selected verses from John and Exodus. As I mentioned in this morning’s podcast/newsletter keep in mind as you read that all Scripture is inspired by God and vital for continual spiritual sustenance.
“The glory of the Lord dwelt on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it six days. And on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the midst of the cloud.”
— Exodus 24:16
Praying Through the Word
Yahweh,
The whole universe speaks of your glory,
The Sun and Moon obey you
as they rule the sky by night and day,
The waters and the storms follow your commands,
And yet you have deemed it right, at times,
to fall upon particular places, to make yourself known to us.
Now, your glory dwells in us.
Like a devouring fire, which consumes our sin,
and like a thick cloud full of your power.
Lead us to follow your commands, as does the earth,
As do the sun, and moon, and stars,
as the storm did before the disciples’ eyes.
Move our hearts to contribute our small gifts to your great kingdom.
Not seeking to build our own fragile kingdoms on earth,
But your great kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.
Amen
Today’s Readings
John 11, Psalm 30, Exodus 24-26, 1 Chronicles 4:6-10
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