Richard J. Einerson
Prayers of the People
Proper 10 (15)
2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 or Amos 7:7-15
Psalm 24 or Psalm 85:8-13
Ephesians 1:3-14
Mark 16:14-29
Eternal God, utterly beyond us, we thank you that you are also within us else we would not have the presumption to address you. When we hear the Psalm about your creativity we are reminded of your awesomeness. We want to join with the ancient and sing the ancient song:
“The earth is the LORD’S and all that is in it,
The world, and those who live in it….”
We pray that we too might ask the Psalmist’s question and do some self-examination on our spiritual journey, when he said: “Who shall ascend the hill of the LORD?”
• Are we deepening our commitment to you?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY.
• Are we demonstrating love and consideration for all the people we meet daily?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY.
• Are we being honest and truthful in our relationships or do we bevel the edges of our integrity in order to gain an advantage over others?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY.
• Are we growing in our ability to include all people in the scope of our concern?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY.
• Are we working to achieve justice for all or do we care most about our own gain?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY.
• Are we putting our energies on the side of peace rather than war?
HELP US TO ANSWER TRUTHFULLY
Having answered help us as we bow gratefully to step boldly into your holy place and receive your grace, and to go forth renewed for life’s journey. Amen
