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I join with all who are praying *
to the Father, through the Son, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Opening Prayer
Praise Him with the tambourine of suffering and with dancing in thanksgiving. Praise Him with the stringed instruments of human redemption and with the flute of divine protection.
Let every spirit who adores God honor and praise the Lord, for He is the Lord of all. Everyone who wants life should glorify Him who is Life.
- Hildegard von Bingen
Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)
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Scriptural Theme
As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying Hosea 6:1-3 (New International Version)
Come, let us return to the LORD. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us; he has injured us but he will bind up our wounds. After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will restore us, that we may live in his presence. Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.
Response to the Scripture
Lord, purify our hearts that we may look with joy on your coming.
Draw near to God’s throne of grace
with the thanksgivings, prayers, & intercessions that are on your heart
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The Spirit and the Bride say *
“Come!”
Even so, Lord Jesus, come quickly. *
As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.
Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song
(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)
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Ending Prayer
From every sin, *
from the crafts and assaults of the Devil,
from heresy and pernicious doctrine, *
from envy and ill-will to the brethren,
from impurity of body and soul, *
from indifference in the service of God,
and from all evil spirits, *
deliver us, good Lord.
- Litany of the Holy Spirit
In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 4: Lent Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Repentance” )