When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he gave them a prayer. Not a lecture on prayer. Not the doctrine of prayer. He gave them a quotable, repeatable, portable prayer (Luke 11:1-4).
Could you use the same? It seems to me that the prayers of the Bible can be distilled into one. The result is a simple, easy-to-remember, pocket-size prayer.
Once a day for 40 days I'll post a simple prayer that brings peace and rest.
Day 32
I know that the Lord will maintain the cause of the afflicted, and justice for the poor. Surely the righteous shall give thanks to Your name; the upright shall dwell in Your presence. ~Psalm 140:12-13
Dear God, you are the true judge and the true righteous one. You are known throughout the earth.
Help me to recognize the injustice around me that I'm blind to. Help me to see my blind spots. Show me how I can help where I'm needed most.
Be with those around the world who are suffering and being taken advantage of. Raise up someone to speak on their behalf.
Thank you for being my advocate and allowing me to dwell in your presence.
In the just and righteous name of Christ, I pray this, amen.
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