Prayers from Sunday, February 21st

Thank you to the family members of one of our small groups  - parents and their kids - for writing and leading us with these prayers on Sunday, February 21st.

(Adoration)

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come to you in adoration for all you have done for us.  Your creation is so beautiful and meant for our pleasure.  The mountains, oceans, rivers, deserts are given to us to enjoy and live in.  The nature you have given to us provides the sun, air and rain, which in turn provides for our needs.  All your wonderful creation you have willingly given us but none of this compares to your perfect heavenly realm.  One day we will be in your glorious and perfect place so we can adore you in your presence.  Being in your glory, will be more than we deserve. 

Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer.

(Confession)

Dear Heavenly Father,

We confess that our lives are busy and unfocused on you.  Some days we spend more time away from you and forget all that you have done for us.  Help us to let go of the things that take more time away from you or even the things that replace you in our lives.  We confess that we don’t take more time to listen and read your word.  Clear our hearts of the things that take priority over you.  Help us to think about our relationship with you, and help us to make the choice to spend more time with you.  We confess that we don’t disciple enough and spread your word to others.  Help us to be bold and outspoken to those who are unsaved.

Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer.

(Thanksgiving)

 Dear Heavenly Father,

 We thank you for laying down your life for us. As we move into the Lenten season, we're reminded of your sacrifice and the incredible grace you've given us. We don't deserve anything, yet you provide so much and we often fail to thank you for our blessings. We're thankful for the opportunity to fellowship with our church family, small group families, and where two or more are gathered in Christian fellowship. Thank you for the freedom we have in this great land to worship openly. And while we don't always appreciate them at the time, we thank you for the storms and trials that come our way, because in those times when we must surrender to you, we realize that you will never leave or forsake us. Thank you for blessing us so that we in turn can reflect your light to those around us. 

 Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer.

 (Supplication)

Dear Heavenly Father,

We would ask that in our happy moments, we praise You.  In our difficult moments, we seek You.  In our quiet moments, we trust You, and in every moment, we Thank You.  Heavenly Father, please lift us up and make us strong,please steady us where we feel unsure, please strengthen us where we feel weak, please bless us and affirm us while we follow You.  And, Dear Heavenly Father, we would ask that we keep our faith in You, and that You keep us humble and confident so that we may do what You ask of us.  Dear Lord, we ask that You be gracious to us and hear our prayers, in Jesus’ name, Amen.