Thursday, November 14, 2024

Evening Prayer for Thursday, November 14, 2024

 

Praying the Scriptures

Thursday Evening Prayer

November 14, 2024

The days are surely coming, says the LORD, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. (Jeremiah 33:14)

O Lord, our Faithful Redeemer,

As the cool embrace of November's twilight settles over the enchanting expanse of New Mexico, I come before You with a heart full of hope and gratitude. As the Sangre de Cristo mountains bear witness to the fading light and the aroma of piñon wood wafts through the crisp air, I remember Your promises that stand steadfast like our mighty mesas.

Tonight, under a sky brushed with the strokes of Your artistry, I reflect on the assurances You have given through Your prophet Jeremiah—the days of fulfillment You have decreed over the houses of Israel and Judah. Let this promise echo in the vastness of our valleys and the depths of our souls, stirring a steadfast faith in the wonders You are yet to reveal.

In the quiet of this evening, as stars begin to punctuate the heavens, knit our community together with the threads of Your unwavering love and peace. Infuse our hearts with the courage to stand as luminaries of Your grace, reflecting Your light in every word and deed.

Lord, guide our paths as we navigate the complexities of our days. As the chill of winter approaches and the earth rests beneath Your watchful eyes, prepare our spirits to embrace the seasons of waiting and the joy of Your ultimate fulfillment.

We await Your glorious promises, not only as a distant hope but as a present reality, ever unfolding in the tapestry of our daily lives. Bless this land and all its inhabitants with Your presence, that we might always find our refuge and strength in You.

In Your holy and precious name, I pray,

Amen.

May this prayer bring you peace and comfort as you end 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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