Deus Misereatur

[This will be the congregational/pastoral prayer at Heritage Presbyterian Church this Sunday. You will notice the occasional ellipsis  "..." in various places in the prayer. These are moments of silence in the prayer for our people to silently mention names, and at times I will specifically mention people we are praying for. If you find this prayer useful, feel free to employ it in your church, Bible study, or personal use. Mike] From Psalm 36 “ Transgression speaks to the wicked deep in his heart; there is no fear of God before his eyes. For he flatters himself in his own eyes that his iniquity cannot be found out and hated. The words of his mouth are trouble and deceit; he has ceased to act wisely and do good. He plots trouble while on his bed; he sets himself in a way that is not good; he does not reject evil. Our hearts, O God, grieve for those who have never repented of their sins, believed in Christ and avowed him as Lord….save them, work mightily penetrating th...

(If you find this prayer helpful, I would be delighted for you to feel free to incorporate it in your devotional time, group Bible study, congregational prayers, etc. Mike) From Psalm 93 “ The LORD reigns; he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed; he has put on strength as his belt. Yes, the world is established; it shall never be moved. Your throne is established from of old; you are from everlasting.” Since righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people, we earnestly and heartily pray to you, O reigning God, for our country. We pray that we and our fellow residents will honor parents and all legitimate authorities, instead of affronting their aging parents, teachers, police officers or magistrates. We pray that we and the people of this country would turn away from murder in its various shapes and would pursue all lawful endeavors to preserve life. We pray that we and the occupants of this land would renounce sexual immorality and embrace chastity and l...