Prayer for Repentance and Rejoicing

Lord,

We will soon gather with our church families to remember Jesus’ resurrection. May we bless Your name and bow our hearts in sincere worship. May our ears be ready to hear Your Word as it is read. May our leaders clearly explain the Word. May we understand it. May our hearts be sensitive to sin. Lead us to repentance by Your grace. Then may we celebrate and rejoice, because we have understood Your Word.

Amen (Nehemiah 8:1-12)