A Prayer for the Week 09.16.2012

O God, like the psalmist let me sing of your steadfast love.

Let my mouth proclaim your faithfulness and love through all generations (Psalm 89:1-2). pause for a moment of silence

As I work this week to live into the person you have called me to be, I pray for your guidance and grace. Even when I don’t deserve it God, you wrap your arms around me and envelop me with your love. pause to feel God's embrace

I often neglect to say even a simple ‘thank you’. SAY IT NOW, ALOUD- THANK YOU GOD!

I ask your mercy and forgiveness.

As I try this week to reflect your image to the world,

help me first to be mindful of what I have been blessed with so I might be a blessing to others.

When I struggle to show your love to others,

show your understanding and grace by nudging me back to you. pause now to feel God nudging you today

This is my prayer- hear my prayer. Amen.

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You are invited to use this prayer everyday this week if you wish in your personal devotions. If used in a group setting please make mention of where the prayer came from, don't claim it as your own. Thank you.

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