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Philippians 4:10-20

Our Father,
You are the God of riches,
You supply our every need
May we be kind,
May we partner in gospel ministry by sharing in each other’s troubles.
May we be strengthened by Christ as we learn contentment
May we remember that you see our gifts
And that they bring you joy when we trust in your provision
Amen

Loving: the Successful Life - 1 Cor 13

Father,

We desire public esteem

We desire to be praised for our wisdom

We even desire radical generosity

But they are nothing without love.

We do not desire patience and kindness.

Keep us from envy, boasting, pride, rudeness, self-seeking, anger and hatred.

Make our hearts to delight in truth,

To always protect,

To be full of trust, hope and perseverance.

May we look not at what is temporary but at what is eternal.

May we contemplate the cross and your love that is the source and foundation of all love

For your glory alone 

Amen

Father my heart does not want to love,

  O change my heart!

People are often so unlovely, haters, hurters, enemies

  O change my heart!

And yet love must be possible.

You have done it.

You have commanded it.

You are love.

Soak me in your love.

Soak my emotions so that I feel your love.

And may love flow from me whenever I speak.

May I initiate love,

Be energised to love,

Act for love,

React in love,

And desire love just as you have loved me,

  O change my heart!