Monday, December 22, 2014

Prayer in the continuing aftermath of Ferguson and Eric Garner

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Lord, we grieve over the deaths of Eric Garner and Michael Brown. We grieve over the deaths of Officers Rafael Ramos and Wenjian Liu. We pray for peace. Lord, intervene in America in the midst of this conflict. Calm aching, angry hearts. Protect both law enforcement officers and protesters from those who would harm them. Bring justice. Soothe grieving widows, parents and children. Bring them the relief only you can provide in the midst of the worst kind of anguish. Lord, may we not pretend to have answers we do not have. May we not cast stones or fan flames. Reveal our own hearts to us, so we may be messengers of your hope. Let us each set an example of your peace through your mighty power. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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