Message:
Jesus,
Thank You for overcoming the world. Because of that, we can experience unity with You. And because we can be unified with You, we can experience unity with each other.
It’s by You all things are held together. As we seek to center our lives around You, help us to see all the ways You are at work in the world.
Draw us closer to Your heart so that we begin to see each other the way You see us. Would that encourage us to look out not only for our own interests, but also for the interests of others.
We want Your kingdom to come on earth as it is in heaven, so unite us in purpose so that nothing keeps people searching for You from believing in You. May we experience such perfect unity that the world will know that You sent us and that You love them unconditionally.
Come, Lord Jesus, and do in our lives what only You can do.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
As we gather our thoughts in prayer, we come before You with grateful hearts. Thank You for the gift of life, for the love that surrounds us, and for the peace that surpasses all understanding. You have given us so much, and for that, we are truly thankful. We recognize that in a world full of chaos and division, true unity is only found in You. Help us to seek that profound connection with You, knowing that through it, we can also reach out to one another with love and compassion.
Lord, we often get distracted by our own concerns, by the noise of daily life, and by moments that draw us away from Your presence. Yet, in our hearts, we desire to center our lives around You. Open our eyes to the beauty of Your work in and around us. Show us the ways we can be instruments of Your peace and love, lifting others up, and extending grace. May we not only see our own needs but also understand the needs of those around us, encouraging and supporting one another in the journey of life.
As we strive for unity, help us to remember that we are all children of God, called to love and serve each other. Instill in us a passion for Your kingdom—a kingdom where love reigns, where hearts are united in purpose, and where hope thrives. Let our actions reflect the beautiful truth of Your love, so that others may come to know You through us. May our lives be a testimony of the unity we find in Christ, drawing others closer to Your heart.
Lord Jesus, we invite Your presence into our lives and into our communities. Transform us from within, renewing our minds and hearts. Help us to reflect Your light in this world, making it a better place for all. We pray that those who do not know You will see the love and unity among us, prompting them to seek Your face and find salvation.
In Your holy name, we pray, Amen.
Jackie
