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A Prayer
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| Written by Pastor Mark Evans |
| At St. John our Assisting ministers write their own prayers, which are used in worship. They do a wonderful job. Here is a prayer from last Sunday written by Scott Palmer.
Saviour in heaven, You search us and know us, and all that we are is open to you. We confess that we have sinned. Be merciful, Lord, and fill us with hope. When we show great discipline in pursusit of worldy wealth, but invest neither energy or enthusiams in the treasures of the Spirit, Be merciful Lord, and fill us with your love. When we confess you amongst our friends, but deny you when your enemies are close in, be merciful, Lord, and fill us with your Spirit. When we build our comforts and pleasures on the sacrifices of others, instead of sacrificing our privileges to build a world that all can share, be merciful, Lord, and fill us with your truth. When we demand instant results and scorn those who find value in waiting, in yearning, even in suffering, even in dying, be merciful, Lord and fill us with your life. When we look for an easier Gospel; a lighter cross, a less demanding Savior, Be merciful, Lord----for we have sinned, and you are gracious.
Lord in your mercy,
Thanks Scott for sharing your gift with us.
God's Peace,
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