Our President has designated today as a National Day of Prayer. Many of our church buildings across the country will have empty pews but the church—made up of believers in Christ—doesn’t need a building in which to pray. Wherever you are today, whether you are alone or with another, join with The Church all over this country to lift up America as well as the countries throughout the world dealing with COVID-19.
Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”Philippians 4:6
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Our most gracious heavenly Father, giver of life and every good gift, we praise you for your mighty power and your love for us. We acknowledge that some of us at times these last few weeks have taken our eyes off of you which has allowed fear to creep in. Our trust in your sovereign will has wavered a bit. We have placed blame where is wasn’t warranted; we have demonstrated greed; we have put ourselves first and ignored the needs of others. We humbly beg for forgiveness. Please, Lord God, we ask that you would protect the weak and vulnerable, strengthen the healthcare workers, provide wisdom to our leaders, and spread unity throughout our land so that we have a common purpose of disabling this unseen enemy. Mighty God, use us to shine the Light in the darkness and speak the truth of your Love. Remind us of your command to love our neighbors as ourselves and to put selfishness aside. During this season as we prepare for Easter, may this crisis cause each of us to have a renewed sense of your resurrection power that heals the body, mind, soul and spirit. We pray in the name of your Son, Jesus, who died on the cross so we can experience that resurrection power in our own lives. Amen. <3
2 Thessalonians 3:16
“Now may the LORD of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The LORD be with all of you.”
