Scripture
So I say to you, Ask, and it will be given you; search, and you
will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you—Luke
11:9
Reflection
The word “pray” is a verb. When you pray, be prepared to act on your
prayer. People who pray can make themselves available to God and provide a
catalyst for change. How often do you lift your voice in prayer to God? Do
you have a set time when you pray?
The Daily Prayer for Peace is offered in the Community of Christ
Temple. Since December 1993, this service has been a powerful witness of
the church’s commitment to pursue peace. The impact of this daily
discipline goes far beyond Community of Christ, its members, the immediate
geographic area, and the people gathered in the sanctuary. Even if only a
few people are present for the service on a particular day, around the
world interested people know about this prayer for peace and pause a
moment to join in prayer.
Action
Set a specific time to pray today. Look up today’s Prayer for Peace
service that will be shared in the Temple on the Internet (http://www.CofChrist.org/prayerpeace).
Adapt the service to suit you and your family’s prayer patterns. Consider
establishing a daily discipline of praying for peace.
Prayer
Lift your voice in a prayer for peace along with people worldwide.
Recognize that there are many aspects of Christ’s peace—spiritual and
physical healing, cessation of violence, reconciliation in relationships,
and so on. Pray for a greater understanding of how to share Christ’s
peace. |
