Praying the Scriptures
Sunday Morning Prayer
August 25, 2024
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect. (Romans 12:2)
Heavenly Father,
As the dawn breaks and a new day begins, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude. Thank You for the gift of life, for the breath in my lungs, and for the opportunity to walk in Your light today.
Lord, Your Word in Romans 12:2 calls me not to be conformed to this world but to be transformed by the renewing of my mind. I pray that You will renew my mind this morning. Clear away the clutter of distractions, worries, and worldly influences that seek to draw me away from Your perfect will.
Transform me, Lord, from the inside out. Shape my thoughts, my desires, and my actions according to Your truth. May my life reflect Your goodness and love in all that I do. Help me to discern Your will in every decision I face today so that I may live a life pleasing to You, holy and acceptable in Your sight.
Please grant me the strength to resist the patterns of this world that lead to sin and selfishness. Instead, may I be a beacon of Your grace and mercy, living out the love of Christ in every encounter, every word spoken, and every deed done.
Guide me, Lord, in Your wisdom. Renew me in Your Spirit. And as I go forth today, may I carry the light of Christ with me, shining brightly in a world that so desperately needs Your truth.
In Jesus' name, I pray,
Amen.
I hope this prayer brings you peace and inspiration for your day.
The Bible passages come from the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Bible, copyrighted © 1989, 1993 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America and are used by permission. All rights reserved. Praying the Scriptures is penned daily by Kenny Sallee, ThM.
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