Thursday Morning Prayer
April 4, 2024
April 4, 2024
And John testified, “I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. And I myself have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God.”
John 1:32, 34
Heavenly Father, on this blessed Thursday in Easter Week, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude and praise. Inspired by Your Word in John 1:32, 34, we reflect on the revelation of Your Son, Jesus Christ, as the Lamb of God and our Redeemer.
"Then John gave this testimony: 'I saw the Spirit come down from heaven as a dove and remain on him. And I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water told me, ‘The man on whom you see the Spirit come down and remain is the one who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’ I have seen and I testify that this is God’s Chosen One.'"
Lord God, just as John the Baptist witnessed the Spirit descending upon Jesus, we acknowledge Your presence in our lives through the Holy Spirit. We thank You for the gift of faith, which opens our eyes to recognize Jesus as Your Chosen One, our Savior and Lord.
In the light of Easter, we celebrate the victory of life over death, and the assurance of Your love that was so powerfully demonstrated through the resurrection of Christ. May this truth renew our spirits and guide our actions today and every day.
We pray for Your wisdom to discern Your will in our lives, for the courage to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, and for the compassion to love and serve those around us in His name.
As we go about this day, let us be mindful of the blessings we have received through Your grace, and let us be a source of hope and light in a world that needs Your love.
In the name of Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord, we pray. Amen.
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"Then John gave this testimony: 'I saw the Spirit come down from heaven as a dove and remain on him. And I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water told me, ‘The man on whom you see the Spirit come down and remain is the one who will baptize with the Holy Spirit.’ I have seen and I testify that this is God’s Chosen One.'"
Lord God, just as John the Baptist witnessed the Spirit descending upon Jesus, we acknowledge Your presence in our lives through the Holy Spirit. We thank You for the gift of faith, which opens our eyes to recognize Jesus as Your Chosen One, our Savior and Lord.
In the light of Easter, we celebrate the victory of life over death, and the assurance of Your love that was so powerfully demonstrated through the resurrection of Christ. May this truth renew our spirits and guide our actions today and every day.
We pray for Your wisdom to discern Your will in our lives, for the courage to follow in the footsteps of Jesus, and for the compassion to love and serve those around us in His name.
As we go about this day, let us be mindful of the blessings we have received through Your grace, and let us be a source of hope and light in a world that needs Your love.
In the name of Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord, we pray. Amen.
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As you embark on your day, facing both its challenges and blessings, may this prayer serve as spiritual nourishment and a source of peace for your heart.
The Bible texts are from the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Bible, copyright © 1989, 1993 the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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