Sacredise - Prayer: Preparing The Way

Preparing The Way

by John van de Laar

Where there seems to be no way
        to end the conflict and violence in our time,
    we pray that you would teach us, O Christ,
        to prepare the way;

Where we can see no way
        to provide for the needs of all people,
    we pray that you would show us, O Christ,
        how to prepare the way;

Where can find no way
        to work together for justice,
    we pray that you would change us, O Christ,
        until we prepare the way;

Where we are unable to believe in a way
        to live simply, responsibly and mindfully,
    we pray that you would inspire us, O Christ,
        to faith that prepares the way;

Ina world where we are tempted
        to see so many of our challenges as dead-ends,
    we pray for a new vision, a new heart and a new commitment
        to prepare the way for your reign,
        your grace,
        your shalom
    and for the liberation, justice and peace that you bring.

Amen.

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