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Forgiveness, Page 11

A Prayer with Luke 23:1-25

Jesus’ suffering brings us glory, His wounds give us rest, and His death is our life. We pray our heavenly Father to regard what Jesus has suffered and overlook our many sins, and that we may walk humbly in all righteousness, innocence, and blessedness. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary …

A Prayer with Luke 18:1-17

Our heavenly Father calls us always to pray and not lose heart. We pray for the faith to cry out, “God be merciful to me, a sinner,” that we may be justified before Him. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, pages 299-304 or Treasury of …

A Prayer with Luke 17:1-19

Just as Jesus cleansed the ten lepers, He also cleanses us from the leprosy of our sin. We pray Him to increase our faith in His cross-won, blood-bought forgiveness, that we resist temptations, forgive those who sin against us, and faithfully serve Him in all things. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” …