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About Prayer
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DanR
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3/7/2010 6:21:43 PM
Deep down in me I knowed it was a lie, and He knowed it. You can't pray a lie - I found that out. ~Mark Twain
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Prayer by Benjamin Franklin
Posted By:
DanR
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2/26/2010 2:16:59 PM
O powerful goodness! Bountiful Father! Merciful Guide! Increase in me that wisdom which discovers my truest interest. Strengthen my resolution to perform what that wisdom dictates. Accept my kind offices to thy other children as the only return in my power for thy continual favours to me.
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Thanks for a Committed Life - Martin Luther King
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DanR
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2/21/2010 9:51:13 PM
O God, our heavenly Father, we thank thee for this golden privilege to worship thee, the only true God of the universe. We come to thee today grateful that thou hast kept us through the long night of the past and ushered us into the challenge of the present and the bright hope of the future. We are mindful, O God, that man cannot save himself, for man is not the measure of things and humanity is not God.
Bound by our chains of sin and finiteness, we know we need a savior. We thank thee, O God, for the spiritual nature of man. We are in nature but we live above nature. Help us never to let anyone or any condition pull us so low as to cause us to hate. Give us the strength to love our enemies and do good to those who despitefully use us and persecute us.
We thank thee for thy Church, founded upon the Word, that challenges us to do more than sing and pray, but go out and work as though the very answer to our prayers depended on us and not upon thee. Then, finally, help us to realize that man was created to shine like the stars and live on through all eternity.
Keep us, we pray, in perfect peace, help us to walk together, pray together, sing together, and live together until that day when all of God's children -- Black, White, Red, and Yellow -- will rejoice in one common band of humanity in the kingdom of our Lord and of our God, we pray. Amen.
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Corinthians 13:4-7
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DanR
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2/1/2010 10:08:01 PM
4Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
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Haiti
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DanR
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1/14/2010 8:47:37 PM
Please say a prayer for the people of Haiti in the wake of this devastating catastrophe.
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Winter Prayer-E.H. Coe
Posted By:
DanR
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1/7/2010 3:54:42 PM
Dear Lord, just help me keep my life,
As pure and white as snow,
That on a clear, cold winter day,
Brings beauty here below.
Dear Lord, just let me seek the light,
Your Warmth, Your Love, Your Grace,
As here below we seek the warmth,
Of a winter fireplace.
Dear Lord, just help me strive to do,
The things You need of me.
I Thank You Lord, for in this way,
My Soul, like flakes, is Free.
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New Year Prayer
Posted By:
DanR
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12/28/2009 7:31:19 PM
Dear Lord, please give me… A few friends who understand me and remain my friends; A work to do which has real value, without which the world would be the poorer; A mind unafraid to travel, even though the trail be not blazed; An understanding heart; A sense of humor; Time for quiet, silent meditation; A feeling of the presence of God; The patience to wait for the coming of these things, With the wisdom to recognize them when they come. Amen.
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Prayer for the New Year
Posted By:
DanR
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12/27/2009 1:02:33 PM
Give us the kindness to hear with compassion, to offer support, loving comfort, and care.
Give us the courage to do what is needed, the wisdom to choose what is right and fair.
Give us the vision to see what is possible.
Give us the faith that will help pave the way for a present that is hopeful, a future that is peaceful—
Give us a heart to bring joy to each day.
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Luke 2:14
Posted By:
DanR
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12/25/2009 7:35:52 AM
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
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Ephesians 4:32
Posted By:
DanR
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12/18/2009 11:05:10 AM
And be ye kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you." -Ephesians 4:32
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Peter 1:6
Posted By:
DanR
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12/18/2009 10:54:54 AM
Be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead!" - Peter 1:6
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Prayer of Thanksgiving
Posted By:
DanR
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11/21/2009 11:25:09 AM
O God, when I have food, help me to remember the hungry; When I have work, help me to remember the jobless; When I have a home, help me to remember those who have no home at all; When I am without pain, help me to remember those who suffer, And remembering, help me to destroy my complacency; bestir my compassion, and be concerned enough to help; By word and deed, those who cry out for what we take for granted. Amen.
-Samuel F. Pugh
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St. Francis de Sales
Posted By:
DanR
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11/5/2009 7:15:52 PM
Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then. Put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations, and say continually: "The Lord is my strength and my shield. My heart has trusted in Him and I am helped. He is not only with me but in me, and I in Him."
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The Stations of the Cross
Posted By:
DanR
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10/16/2009 4:25:48 PM
First Station - Jesus is condemned to Death Second Station - Jesus is made to bear His Cross Third Station - Jesus falls the first time under His Cross Fourth Station - Jesus meets His Mother Fifth Station - Simon the Cyrene helps Jesus carry His Cross Sixth Station - Veronica wipes the face of Jesus Seventh Station - Jesus falls the second time Eighth Station - Jesus speaks to the daughters of Jerusalem Ninth Station - Jesus falls the third time Tenth Station - Jesus is stripped of His garments Eleventh Station - Jesus is nailed to the Cross Twelfth Station - Jesus dies on the Cross Thirteenth Station - Jesus is taken down from the Cross Fourteenth Station - Jesus is buried in the sepulchre
After announcing each station, genuflect and say:
V .We adore Thee O Christ and we praise Thee, R. Because by Thy holy Cross Thou hast redeemed the world.
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Psalm 23
Posted By:
DanR
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10/4/2009 6:06:56 PM
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.
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Psalm 5:3
Posted By:
DanR
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9/29/2009 9:19:38 PM
In the morning, O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.
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Two Hands
Posted By:
DanR
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9/28/2009 5:56:49 PM
God has given us two hands, one to receive with and the other to give with. -Rev. Billy Graham
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Renewing Strength
Posted By:
DanR
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9/14/2009 8:21:26 PM
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
-Isaiah 40:31
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September 11
Posted By:
DanR
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9/11/2009 8:20:42 AM
God the compassionate one, whose loving care extends to all the world, we remember this day your children of many nations and many faiths whose lives were cut short by the fierce flames of anger and hatred. Console those who continue to suffer and grieve, and give them comfort and hope as they look to the future. Out of what we have endured, give us the grace to examine our relationships with those who perceive us as the enemy, and show our leaders the way to use our power to serve the good of all for the healing of the nations. This we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord who, in reconciling love, was lifted up from the earth that he might draw all things to himself. Amen.
--Prepared by The Most Reverend Frank T. Griswold, Presiding Bishop and Primate, The Episcopal Church, USA, for September 11 anniversary observances.
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Prayer for Strength
Posted By:
DanR
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9/6/2009 9:47:56 AM
O Lord, In this time of need, strengthen me. You are my strength and my shield; You are my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. I know, Father, that Your eyes go to and fro throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts long for You. The body grows weary, but my hope is in You to renew my strength. I do not fear, for You are with me. I am not dismayed or overwhelmed, for You are my God. I know You will strengthen me and help me; that You will uphold me with Your righteous hand. Even as the shadows of illness cover me, I feel the comfort of Your strength, O Lord. Amen.
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Prayer - Thomas Kempis
Posted By:
DanR
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8/24/2009 9:23:42 AM
O Lord, Thou knowest that which is best for us; let this or that be done, as Thou shalt please. Give what Thou wilt, how much Thou wilt, and when Thou wilt.
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Quote-Will Rogers
Posted By:
DanR
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8/2/2009 1:10:59 PM
The trouble with our praying is, we just do it as a means of last resort.
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Indian Proverb
Posted By:
DanR
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7/25/2009 8:02:31 PM
Call on God, but row away from the rocks.
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Where there is Hatred, let us sow Love
Posted By:
DanR
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7/15/2009 2:06:24 PM
Where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.
St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226)
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Quote by Stephen Crotts
Posted By:
DanR
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7/10/2009 10:15:06 AM
God has editing rights over our prayers. He will... edit them, correct them, bring them in line with His will and then hand them back to us to be resubmitted.
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Quote - Gerald Vann
Posted By:
DanR
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7/5/2009 9:37:14 PM
Some people think that prayer just means asking for things, and if they fail to receive exactly what they asked for, they think the whole thing is a fraud.
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Prayer
Posted By:
DanR
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6/28/2009 11:29:56 AM
Don't pray when it rains if you don't pray when the sun shines. -Satchel Paige, 1974
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George Washington wrote:
Posted By:
DanR
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6/20/2009 4:41:25 PM
"I am sure that never was a people, who had more reason to acknowledge a Divine interposition in their affairs, than those of the United States; and I should be pained to believe that they have forgotten that agency, which was so often manifested during our Revolution, or that they failed to consider the omnipotence of that God who is alone able to protect them."
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Quote-Charles West
Posted By:
DanR
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6/6/2009 9:42:27 PM
"We turn to God for help when our foundations are shaking only to learn that it is God shaking them."
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Saint Rita prayed:
Posted By:
DanR
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6/1/2009 8:25:30 PM
"O loving Jesus, increase my patience accordingly as my sufferings increase."
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Sleep
Posted By:
DanR
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5/30/2009 4:06:24 PM
Now I lay me down to sleep, and the less-used Now I raise me up from sleep:
Now I lay me down to sleep; I pray Thee, Lord, my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake. I pray Thee, Lord, my soul to take; And this I ask for Jesus' sake. Amen.
Now I raise me up from sleep, I thank the Lord who did me keep, All through the night; and to Him pray That He may keep me through the day. All which for Jesus' sake, I say. Amen.
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Memorial Day Prayer
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DanR
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5/23/2009 8:18:29 PM
As we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, we think of how they have followed in the footsteps of your son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Please hold our service men and women in your strong arms. Cover them with your sheltering grace and presence as they stand in the gap for our protection.
We also remember the families of our troops, and ask for your unique blessings to fill their homes and your peace, provision and strength to fill their lives.
May the members of our armed forces be filled with courage to face each day and may they trust in the Lord's mighty power to accomplish each task. Let our military brothers and sisters feel our love and support.
In the name of Jesus. Amen.
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Understanding and Empathy
Posted By:
DanR
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5/15/2009 9:54:55 PM
Heavenly Father, Help us remember that the jerk who cut us off in traffic last night is a single mother who worked nine hours that day and is rushing home to cook dinner, help with homework, do the laundry and spend a few precious moments with her children.
Help us to remember that the pierced, tattooed, disinterested young man who can't make change correctly is a worried 19-year-old college student, balancing his apprehension over final exams with his fear of not getting his student loans for next semester.
Remind us, Lord, that the scary looking bum, begging for money in the same spot every day (who really ought to get a job!) is a slave to addictions that we can only imagine in our worst nightmares.
Help us to remember that the old couple walking annoyingly slow through the store aisles and blocking our shopping progress are savoring this moment, knowing that, based on the biopsy report she got back last week, this will be the last year that they go shopping together.
Heavenly Father, remind us each day that, of all the gifts you give us, the greatest gift is love. It is not enough to share that love with those we hold dear. Open our hearts not to just those who are close to us, but to all humanity. Let us be slow to judge and quick to forgive, show patience, empathy and love.
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Prayer for Mothers
Posted By:
DanR
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5/10/2009 9:25:05 AM
God our Creator, we pray: for new mothers, coming to terms with new responsibility ; for expectant mothers, wondering and waiting; for those who are tired, stressed or depressed; for those who struggle to balance the tasks of work and family; for those who are unable to feed their children due to poverty; for those whose children have physical, mental or emotional disabilities; for those who have children they do not want; for those who raise children on their own; for those who have lost a child; for those who care for the children of others; for those whose children have left home; and for those whose desire to be a mother has not been fulfilled. Bless all mothers, that their love may be deep and tender, and that they may lead their children to know and do what is good, living not for themselves alone, but for God and for others. Amen.
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Prayer for Frank Taylor
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DanR
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5/5/2009 2:39:21 PM
Hello Everyone:
Please pray for a miracle for volunteer apologist Frank Taylor. He is in the hospital once again and his lung function is such that he would need a respirator to live. Barring a miracle, which we urgently need to pray for, Frank will not survive. His mother informed me he does not want to live on a respirator and consequently he could pass on within a week.
As you can see this is a very desperate situation. His mother and sisters need your prayer support as well.
Sincerely in Christ,
Bob
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Inner Peace
Posted By:
DanR
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5/3/2009 1:59:45 PM
The Eternal Love that God is quiets my thoughts and fills my heart and mind with inner peace. I Am clear and certain in God’s presence, and my heart is tranquil.
God’s presence within me is my Source of perfect inner peace. I am calm and certain, sharing my inner peace with others wherever I go, knowing that God is with me always.
God is my constant Source of inner peace and strength, because I am part of God and God is part of me.
Releasing any anxious thoughts, I peacefully rest securely in God. Inner peace is my true nature. It is available to me whenever I join with God.
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Self-Motivation
Posted By:
DanR
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4/29/2009 11:40:50 PM
Omnipotent God, vitality of life, Your strength supplies my motivation. I am stirred in the path of Your Will. Maintain my self-motivation to always Search, find, examine, will and act Upon the truths placed before me. May I become a driving force for others, Encouraging them to pick up their crosses And follow the virtuous road of life. I thank You for Your continued vigour That coexists in my whole being, My soul, my spirit and by body!
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Easter Prayer of St Hippolytus of Rome
Posted By:
DanR
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4/12/2009 10:09:08 PM
Christ is Risen: The world below lies desolate Christ is Risen: The spirits of evil are fallen Christ is Risen: The angels of God are rejoicing Christ is Risen: The tombs of the dead are empty Christ is Risen indeed from the dead, the first of the sleepers, Glory and power are his forever and ever St. Hippolytus (AD 190-236)
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Prayer For Imprisoned Iranian Christian Women
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admin
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4/6/2009 7:06:20 PM
On March 5th 2009 two Iranian Christian women, Miss Marzieh Amirizadeh Esmaeilabad (30), and Miss Maryam Rustampoor (27), were arrested by the Iranian security forces, according to reports received by FCNN. Their only crime is that they are committed Christians who follow the teachings of Jesus. They are being unfairly labeled as ‘anti-government activists’, because of the hostility of the government towards practicing Christians.
Their shared apartment was searched and personal belongings confiscated. They were hand-cuffed and first taken to the Police and Security Station 137 in Gysha, West of Tehran for interrogation. Later they were taken to Vozara Detention Centre. Then they were taken to the Branch 2 of the National Security Section of the Revolutionary Court. Afterwards, several sessions of interrogation took place. Finally, on March 18th, after appearing at the Revolutionary Court, they were sent to the notorious Evin Prison where they are being held without charge.
They have been told they could be freed on a bail of US$400,000. This excessive bail level is unrealistic and is designed to intimidate and make the release impossible. The families have subsequently been told on several occasions a judge is not available to discuss the case.
Both women are allowed just a one minute telephone call every day to their immediate families. Both are unwell and in need of urgent medical attention. During their last call on March 28 Marzieh said that she was suffering from an infection and high fever. She said ‘I am dying’.
There has been a noted increase in government intimidation of the Christians. Last year there were over 50 known cases of arrests and imprisonment. There were some cases of torture.
Iranian Christian leaders from around the world are calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Marzieh and Maryam.
We ask world governments to put pressure on Iran to ensure freedom of religion.
Prayers are being offered for their safe release. We ask Christians around the globe to continue to pray.
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Full Original Serenity Prayer
Posted By:
DanR
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4/1/2009 8:10:10 PM
Living one day at a time, Enjoying one moment at a time, Accepting hardship as a pathway to peace, Taking, as Jesus did, This sinful world as it is, Not as I would have it, Trusting that You will make all things right, If I surrender to Your will, So that I may be reasonably happy in this life, And supremely happy with You forever in the next.
Amen.
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Economic Hardship
Posted By:
admin
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3/2/2009 9:25:25 AM
Let us pray that all those facing severe economic hardship find the means for their daily bread. Let us also pray for our leaders wisdom to help us heal this problem by focusing on God's moral provisions and absolute statues.
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