Our Father, who’s blessed Son our Savior gave his back to the smiters and did not hide his face from shame: give us all that we need to endure the sufferings of this present time with grace and joy, as well as a sure and certain confidence of the glory that shall be revealed in us through Jesus Christ our Lord. We ask with hope and confidence because “He is risen, as he said.” O Lord, we pray for your Church in all places, for this congregation, Central Church of Christ, Cherokee Hills, Third Street, and Macomb Ave Church of Christ. Help us that we may be strengthened to greater and greater faithfulness, that no matter what we may face, we will always walk in your ways. Take care of all our needs, providing for us bountifully from your generosity. We ask with hope and confidence because “He is risen, as he said.” Please turn the hearts of our enemies away from hate and maliciousness and bring them into your fold. And give us daily grace to love our enemies, do good, and lend, h...
