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. And you bless us by turning us to you, as all good gifts come from our heavenly Father. Hear our prayer, Lord, through your Son.
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 exhausted, anxious, or 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 are caught up in the world’s 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. Guide us in your truth and teach us by your Word, for you are God our Savior, and our hope is in You. Give us assurance by your Word that you know your plans for us; plans for healing, plans of help and hope, plans of restoration in Jesus Christ, in whom all God’s plans and promises are fulfilled.
AMEN.