Weekly Prayer
O LORD God Almighty,
Who is like you? You are mighty, O LORD, and your faithfulness surrounds you. You rule over the surging sea; when its waves mount up, you still them… The heavens are yours, and yours also the earth; you founded the world and all that is in it… Your arm is endued with power, your hand is strong, your right hand exalted [Psalm 89: 8, 9, 11, 13]. To you belong even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it [Deuteronomy 10: 14].
When you created the earth, you said to men and women: “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and over every living creature that moves on the ground.” [Genesis 1: 28.] You made us stewards of all that you had created, you entrusted everything to us. In Leviticus 27: 28, you tell us we are to return to you a tithe (a tenth) of everything you have given us. You have given us blessing upon blessing. Not just money and possessions, but you have also given us families, friends, jobs, time, health, and talents…. Jesus, you told those who had gathered to hear: “Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” [Luke 6: 38.] How conscientiously am I managing the resources you have given me? Do I manage my time in a way that gives you honor and glory? Am I supporting the work of your church with my money, time, and talents? Is my life a witness to others that you, who created everything, own everything, and in your power control everything? [SEE: Psalm 24: 1, Deuteronomy 10: 14; Romans 11: 36.] You tell us [Psalm 50: 14] to, “Sacrifice thank offerings to God, fulfill your vows to the Most High, and call upon [you] in the day of trouble; and [you] will deliver [us], and [we] will honor [you].”
Families of all nations ascribe to you, LORD, glory and strength. We ascribe to you the glory that is due your name; we bring offerings and come into your courts. We worship you in the splendor of your holiness; all the earth trembles before you. We proclaim among the nations, “the LORD reigns.” The heavens and earth rejoice and are glad. The fields and everything in them are jubilant. Even the trees of the forest sing for joy before you. [SEE: Psalm 96: 8-12.] Holy Spirit, work in us to enable us to be good stewards of all your blessings. In Jesus’ name, we pray. AMEN.
First Methodist Church Warren
200 Market Street
Warren, Pennsylvania 16365
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MON 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - TUE 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - WED 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - THUR 8:30 am - Noon - FRI 8:30 am - Noon