PRAYERS

 

Southport Uniting Church                Let’s Pray Together       

Tues 1 Oct. “Rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Rom.5:11. Make today the “PRESENT” from God that He is gifting to you as you rejoice in a day of praise. Give thanks for needs met & blessings to share. Amen.

Wed 2 Oct. Father God, may your word the Bible, be a lamp unto my feet & a light unto my path in the opportunities of life you give me today onwards.

Thur 3 Oct. In the quietness of my heart, Father God, I confess my failings & wrongdoing, omissions or mistakes. Forgive me as you lead me forward.

Fri 4 Oct. Pray for families today in the struggles of life with cost of housing & food being difficult. We ask for your love, healing & blessings to guide.

Sat 5 Oct. “Your hand will guide me. Your right hand will hold me fast.” Ps.139:9. Be assured today of God’s presence with you in all of your day.

Sun 6 Oct. Lord, hear our prayers for our ministries from our church; food parcels for homeless, Sunday & Thursday services of worship & groups meeting for craft, bowls or exercises & fund-raising stalls.  Amen.

Mon 7 Oct. Lord Jesus, you call us to be a friend & neighbour. Today pray for your own family, neighbours & friends, seeking a blessing.

Tues 8 Oct. “Be strong in the Lord & let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord.” Ps.31.24. We pray for our Rev Julie & Church Council.

Wed 9 Oct. God of all comfort, we pray for refugees & migrants coming to our shores. May our warm welcomes form sincere friendships. Amen

Thur 10 Oct. Loving God, we pray for our congregation, to be energized in the Holy Spirit, that whatever our age we may support our Vision here.

Fri 11 Oct. Lord hear our prayers for the troubled & homeless, suffering physical or mental illness or living with abuse. Pray for support & peace.

Sat 12 Oct. Today Father God we pray for the troubled areas of our world, war & unrest before us daily. Our hearts reach out for the peoples & peace.

Sun 13 Oct. “Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.” 1Chron.16:29. Come into God’s presence, being still & pray for yourself & blessings.

Mon 14 Oct. Lord hear our prayers for peace & love in our communities, with justice. We reach out in prayer for political & religious prisoners.

Tues 15 Oct. Loving God, teach us how to listen, truly listen to others, rather than talking & telling. May we hear their pain & be a comfort to those needing your love. Help us to focus on Jesus who taught us compassion.

Wed 16 Oct. God of love, hear our prayer for all who mourn loved ones or journey with loved ones in decline of health. May they face death keeping happy memories, with hope in the sure resurrection in faith through Jesus.

Thur 17Oct. “Honour your Father & Mother as the Lord your God has commanded.” Deut.5:16. Pray for Mums & Dads in your family & street.

Fri 18 Oct. Almighty Father of fun & fellowship, we pray for the lonely to find friendship. Lord, bless our craft group & our loving volunteers. Amen

Sat 19 Oct. Lord Jesus, healer & creator, hear our prayers for our Gold Coast Hospitals, that without discrimination they will serve all the health needs of our community. Pray for patients & staff there, for ambulance staff & administration.

Sun 20 Oct. “Since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Rom. 5:1. May you know this peace & grow in faith. Lord Jesus, I would start the day with prayer to you.

Mon 21 Oct. “…the church of the living God, the pillar & support of the truth… Jesus.”1 Tim.3:15. Let us look to Jesus for strength as we pray for our S.U.C. Hear our prayers for our leaders & volunteers who support here.

Tue 22 Oct. Father God, send us out in everyday ministry to give love & care in your name. We ask for words to say to strangers & how to show love.

Wed 23 Oct. Almighty God, we look to you that people with disabilities will live fruitful lives to focus on their abilities & find joy in enjoying life, in Jesus.

Thur 24 Oct. Creator God, vibrant & colourful, open our eyes to appreciate nature around us & the ever- changing seasons. Enjoy a walk in your own area to let your thoughts focus on praise to God for his creation & love.

Fri 25 Oct. Lord, enable us to care for the elderly in our community; to visit those not able to get out & about, sharing stories & smiles to brighten up their days. May I show kindness in your name through your precious name.

 

CHALLENGE. YES! Write your own prayers for Sat 26^th to Thurs 31^st October.  Suggested topics: A friend in need. Our housing crisis. Struggles of the elderly. Our healthcare system. Your own family. Our finances here at S.U.C. Your own Christian Ministry to family & friends.