Prayer of Confession, E4B

Call to Confession

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge;
    fools despise wisdom and instruction. (Proverbs 1:7)
Let us confess our foolishness before God and seek God's mercy:

Prayer of Confession

Gracious and Merciful Lord,
hear our prayers!
Foolishly, we have taken credit
for our own accomplishments,
never giving thought to the ways in which
you direct our paths
or supply our needs
or intercede with messengers
who lead us in your way.
Foolishly, we break covenant with you
while you remain every faithful,
showing us the power of your works
even when we refuse to open our eyes.
Foolishly, we have failed to practice wisdom,
or to study your works,
or to lift up your name in thanksgiving.
Forgive us, we pray!
Redeem our foolish ways
and lead us in the paths of righteousness
according to your perfect will.


Assurance of God's Grace

In Christ we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace ... (Ephesians 1:7) 

Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us also forgive one another.
The peace of Christ be with you.
Please extend the peace of Christ to all whom you encounter this week.