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A Prayer with Acts 14:1-18

Paul and Barnabas endured rejection for proclaiming God’s salvation and idol worship of mistaken crowds. We pray God to grant all pastors fitting humility as they proclaim His Gospel and administer His Sacraments and strengthen them in the face of opposition to His truth. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary …

A Prayer with Acts 13:42-52

Our heavenly Father fills His disciples with joy and the Holy Spirit. We pray Him to give joy and courage to all pastors and the people they serve to continue in His grace and proclaim His salvation, that many may hear His Word and be found worthy of eternal life. …

A Prayer with Acts 13:13-41

Our merciful Father established Paul and Barnabas to proclaim His promises. As Paul encouraged the people by reciting God’s saving deeds in Jesus Christ, we pray Him to grant us encouragement by hearing His Word. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, pages 299-304 or Treasury …