22 March 2012
Text: Mark 8: 34
God of compassion and love:
We thank you for this day and for the renewed strength of body and mind.
At this hour of prayer we are reminded of the words of Jesus, that if we want to follow a life leading to love and peace, we have to deny our own personal vested interests and carry the burden of the suffering people.
It is not an easy life to follow the sufferings of Jesus. But we thank you that we are constantly reminded to serve God with the whole of our lives. Also, we thank you for the courageous struggle of common people for food, water, home, security and peace.
We remember in our prayers, the sufferings of people in many communities where life has been threatened: Kangjeong maul, Syria, Palestine, Tohoku, and in many communities where people are treated like commodities. May the liberating power of Jesus be the source of inspiration for attaining greater access to the source of abundance and justice.
We especially pray for today's strategic planning conference/symposium at Kangnam church. May the Holy Spirit guide and inspire the Church leaders and staff who will participate in process.
Unite us in faith and response to the many forms of separation in our world today, through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer. Amen.
1 comment:
http://www.cardeologist.com/2012/06/29/the-journey-deny-yourself-and-take-up-your-cross/
I stopped and talked to a young man who is literally, spiritually and physically carrying the cross.
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