Dark Valleys: Praying  Psalm 23:4

The following post is a slightly edited prayer that was originally published on May 5, 2020… “Lord, There are times that You lead us into dark valleys. There are shadows, uncertainties, dangers. There is even death in those valleys. Whether personal death, or death of loved ones. “Enable us to remember that, even in those … Continue reading Dark Valleys: Praying  Psalm 23:4

Feed Us, Restore Us, Lead Us – A Prayer from Psalm 23:1-3

"Good Shepherd, you have purchased us for yourself. All we have is from you. All we need is in you. You feed us, restore our souls, and lead us with your Word. May we feed our souls on the feast of your Word and not be distracted by temporal information and arguments. May we come … Continue reading Feed Us, Restore Us, Lead Us – A Prayer from Psalm 23:1-3

A Prayer from 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Yesterday, I posted some reflections on 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. Below is a prayer from that same text. Father of mercies and God of All Comfort, Blessed be your name because you comfort us in all our afflictions through Christ. Whatever the affliction, no matter the pressure, you comfort us in all kinds of trouble. This … Continue reading A Prayer from 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

He Restores My Soul – A Prayer from Psalm 23:3a

The following post is a slightly edited prayer that was originally published on May 3, 2020… “Lord, You restore our souls. You have turned our souls to You by Your Word. You lift us up when we are laid low. “Please use Your Word to turn our souls to You again. Make us aware of … Continue reading He Restores My Soul – A Prayer from Psalm 23:3a

He Makes Me Lie Down – A Prayer from Psalm 23:2

The following post is a prayer that was originally published on May 3, 2020. This is an updated and slightly edited version of the original post. “My Good Shepherd, you make me lie down in contentment in what I have in you. I can feast on spiritual blessings for my whole life and eternity since … Continue reading He Makes Me Lie Down – A Prayer from Psalm 23:2

Psalm 23:1 – The Lord Is My Shepherd – A Prayer

The following post is a prayer that was originally published on May 2, 2020. This is an expanded and edited version of that original post. “Lord, you are our Shepherd. You are our Good Shepherd who laid down your life for your sheep. You have purchased us for yourself, and you lovingly care for us. … Continue reading Psalm 23:1 – The Lord Is My Shepherd – A Prayer

Fourth Day of Christmas Prayer

Note: December 28 has traditionally been called "Massacre of the Innocents" or "Childermass." It has traditionally been set aside to remember the small ones in Bethlehem that Herod slaughtered in his attempt to kill Jesus (Matthew 2:16-18). Father, On this day of Christmastide, we consider the children of Bethlehem the evil Herod slaughtered. These poor … Continue reading Fourth Day of Christmas Prayer