Prayers of the People, OT12B

​In time of fear and oppression
God's people cry for deliverance.
Condescension.
Lies.
Gaslighting.
Harrassment.

Authority
and money
equal power.

In time of hatred and of violence
God's people cry for deliverance.
Discourse devolves.
Arguments ensue.
Police are called.
No one is safe

from rage,
within
or without.

In time of grief and hopelessness
God's people cry for deliverance.
Families are separated.
Hearts are broken.
Everyone loses
when justice is unjust.

God
alone
can save.

In time of challenge, Lord,
empower your people
to meet the enemy that stands before us
with complete trust
that Hope reigns.
Enlist us.
Embolden us.
Equip us.
Energize us.

Lead us
forward
in your name.

Amen.