Merciful Father,
In your graciousness, and on account of your son Jesus Christ and by the Holy Spirit, you bless us with unity with you, and unity with each other. Whether gathered side by side, or separated by distance, time, or troubles, we are one in you. And you bless us by turning us to you. Hear our prayer Lord through your Son, our mediation and our mediator.
This day and every day, renew our hearts, Lord. Renew our hearts in Jesus Christ.
When we are in doubt, renew our hearts with His assurance and confidence.
When we are anxious and fearful, renew our hearts with His peace.
When our nerves are frayed and we are quick to anger, renew our hearts with his patience and forgiveness.
When we revel in fractures and division, renew our hearts with His spirit of reconciliation.
When we are unfaithful, renew our hearts with His faithfulness.
Show us your ways, Lord, teach us your paths. By your Word here this morning, guide us in your truth and teach us, for you are God our Savior, and our hope is in you.
AMEN.