For every good gift in creation, for all of creation's diversity and dignity and glory:
We give you thanks.
For threatened species and habitats, for all creatures on the brink:
We ask your grace and protection.
For seeking to live without limits, and failing to see how our lives affect all in the community of creation:
We ask your forgiveness and correction.
For the beauty and diversity of the family of faith:
We give you thanks.
For all those who struggle and are weary, who suffer and are oppressed:
We ask your grace and protection.
For the indifference or ignorance or busyness that stops us responding with mercy and justice to our brothers and sisters in need:
We ask your forgiveness and correction.
For every opportunity to do good, to share abundantly, and to live more in tune with your whole-hearted hospitality:
We give you thanks.
When we are worn down, tired out, or broken apart by the weight of our own struggles and failures:
We ask your grace and protection.
For the times we do not heed your call to walk the road of discipleship with your Son, Jesus:
We ask your forgiveness and correction.
Lord Jesus Christ, God our Loving Father, Holy Spirit, through grace you have given us eternal comfort and hope. Comfort our hearts and strengthen them in every good work and every good word.
Amen.
Written by Ben Thurley
Ben Thurley has been a long time campaigner on issues of poverty and inequality, accountable government and climate change and has a passion for encouraging and equipping all Australians – especially Christians – to stand and speak up for justice.