1 Chronicles 29:10-13; Psalm 21:1-7; Revelation 3:19b-22; John 12:23-26
On this last day of our week of prayer for Christian Unity we celebrate the Reign of Christ. Christ’s victory enables us to look into the future with hope. This victory overcomes all that keeps us from sharing fullness of life with him and with each other. Christians know that unity among us is above all a gift of God. It is a share in Christ’s glorious victory over all that divides.
Almighty God, Ruler of All, teach us to contemplate the mystery of Your glory. Grant that we may accept Your gifts with humility and respect each person´s dignity. May Your Holy Spirit strengthen us for the spiritual battles which lie ahead, so that united in Christ we may reign with Him in glory. Grant this through Him who humbled Himself and was exalted, who lives with You and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen.
WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
Eight Days reflecting on our change in Christ
Adapted for First Presbyterian Church Lake Crystal by Pastor Randy from materials published by The Commission on Faith and Order of the World Council of Churches:
< http://www.oikoumene.org/fileadmin/files/wcc-main /documents/p2/2011/WOP2012eng.pdf >
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