Prayer for Lenten Initiative
Lord Jesus,
The season of Lent offers an opportunity to renew my faith in you.
Take hold of my spririt this year and move me forward.
When I am tempted to forgo daily routine of prayers, remind me of the benefits of stillness and reflection.
When I am discouraged by efforts to fast from negative habits and attitudes, restore a willingness to sacrifice for your sake.
When I am discouraged by efforts to fast from negative habits and attitudes, retore a willingness to sacrifice for you sake.
When I am waylaid by me intention to help others, revive compassion and empathy for their needs.
Grant me a Lenten initative that will draw me closer to the beauty, glory, and hope of Easter.
In your sacred name,
I pray,
Amen
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In today’s reading—-Matthew 5:43-48
The Gospel today tells us that God wants us to love our enemies
We should pray for those who hurt us.
The reading emphasizes the importance of love and forgiving others.
By loving others it shows others the love of God.
Good example for others.