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A prayer



Our Father, who art in heaven

Hallowed be thy name

Thy kingdom come, thy will be done

On earth as it is in heaven

Give us this day our daily bread

Forgive our debts as we forgive our debtors

Lead us not into temptation, but

Deliver us from evil.

Amen

Lord, come and fill my heart with your joy

Show me the way we should go

Sometimes it is like we are in the desert, we look around, we see nothing, no one.

We know that You are with us always

We need your guidance. Your Word is our compass

Lead us by the still waters, restore our souls

Lead us in the path of righteousness, for your name’s sake.

Lord, sometimes we see only darkness, but you are our Shepherd, you guide us. You are the light on our ways, enlighten us.

Take us by the hand. We feel weak, but your Word says that when we are weak, we are strong. Teach us how. We depend on you.

Our pleasure is to be in your house, at your feet, in your presence. Come, Lord, deliver us from the evil one. Those who want to take us down, to humiliate us. Strengthen our minds. Shield us with your Word. Help to keep our eyes fixed on you.

Surely, goodness and mercy will follow us all the days of our lives

This is my petition, that we dwell in your house forever.

 


 

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