Praying Genesis 22:15-18

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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

Holy Spirit, Comforter, in this season of Pentecost we celebrate your presence. As Jesus promised, you give us the joy which endures deep within, a joy which carries us even in times of trial.

You do not impose, you come to strengthen us, defending the dignity of each person. *
And in our great diversity it is in you that we find unity and peace.

- Br. Aloise, Taizé

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

Through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Genesis 22:15-18 (New International Version)

The angel of the LORD called to Abraham from heaven a second time and said, "I swear by myself, declares the LORD, that because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you and make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as the sand on the seashore. *
Your descendants will take possession of the cities of their enemies, and through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me."

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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. *
Through your offspring all nations on earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed me.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

The arms of God be around my shoulders,
the touch of the Holy Spirit upon my head,
the sign of Christ’s cross upon my forehead,
the sound of the Holy Spirit in my ears,
the fragrance of the Holy Spirit in my nostrils,
the vision of heaven’s company in my eyes,
the conversation of heaven’s company on my lips,
the work of God’s church with my hands,
the service of God and my neighbor in my feet,
a home for God in my heart, and to God, the Father of all, my entire being.
Amen.

- St. Fursey

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 6: Pentecost Bridge Prayer – “Global Evangelism and Revival” )