APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (1 - 5)

APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (1)
From Hebrews 4

O God, our Father, whose Son Jesus Christ was tempted in every way as we are but did not sin, we approach your throne with confidence, knowing that he understands:
in our weakness show us mercy
and, because we need your grace,
help us for Jesus' sake. Amen.



APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (2)
From Hebrews 4

Lord, give us confidence
to approach your throne
and receive mercy and grace
to help us in our need. Amen.



APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (3)
From Lamentations 3
Let us open our hearts to God in heaven and pray. Amen.



APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (4)
From Hebrews 4, Ephesians 3 etc.

Let us approach God's throne with confidence:
we shall receive mercy,
and find grace to help
in time of need. Amen.

For those in need . . .
Upon . . . have mercy, Lord:
we entrust them to your care.

For the world . . .
In . . . Lord, may peace and justice rule:
let your love prevail.

For the Church . . .
O God, you are able to do immeasurably more than we ask or think by the power that is at work among us: . . .

To Glory be to God in the Church and in Christ Jesus:
for ever and ever. Amen.



APPROACHING GOD IN PRAYER (5)
From Hebrews 4, Ephesians 3 etc. - (short form)

Let us approach God's throne with confidence:
we shall receive mercy,
and find grace to help
in time of need. Amen.

For those in need . . .

For the peace of the world . . .

For the Church . . .

To Glory be to God in the Church and in Christ Jesus:
for ever and ever. Amen.