PRAYER FOR September 13th Sermon: "Ask, Think, Do, Speak In Faith"

Dearest Lord, with reverence and thanksgiving we enter this sacred space seeking respite from all that demands our attention in the world outside. We come knowing that we shall find a graceful connection with you and with each other. Our hearts, minds and spirits shall be full of your presence. Like fuel for the soul your spirit empowers us to find the way of the Christ in the circumstances that confront us. Instead of thinking the worst we can ponder the possibilities. Instead of looking at the glass half empty, we can envision it full and brimming over. Instead of feeling frustrated that we are not being heard, we can become the most profound listeners and astute hearers. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of this life, we can shed the mantle of anxiety and trust that your hand is ever in ours tugging us in the better direction. Thank you; thank you and once again, thank you; we say in the name of the Christ. Amen.