based on John 18:33-37 Faithful God, so many people wish for a powerful ruler: one who will privilege their preferences, and outlaw all others; one who will heap more burdens upon those who already have many; one who will bring peace through violence and intimidation. Remind us all of your kingdom, which is not ofContinue reading “A Prayer in the Courtyard”
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A Prayer by a Mustard Bush
based on Mark 4:26-34 Faithful God, sometimes we’re frustrated by the meagerness of our actions. Any positive change that we seek to make for ourselves, for others, or for the world seems so insignificant compared to the size of the suffering around and within us. At best, we can hope that the ways we partnerContinue reading “A Prayer by a Mustard Bush”
A Prayer in a Chariot
based on Acts 8:26-40 Faithful God, That your Word extends to those traveling all roads, those of all nations, those of all races and ethnicities, those of all sexualities and gender identities, those of stature and those with none, we give thanks. May we embrace and be challenged by this good news, and prevent noContinue reading “A Prayer in a Chariot”
Jeffrey A. Nelson 