Almighty God, by whose mercy my life has been yet prolonged to another year, grant that thy mercy may not be in vain. Let not my years be multiplied to increase my guilt, but as age advances, let me become more pure in my thoughts, more regular in my desires, and more obedient to thy laws. Let not the cares of the world distract me, … Continue reading New Year’s Prayer
O source of all good, What shall I render to you for the gift of gifts, your own dear Son? Herein is wonder of wonders: he came below to raise me above, was born like me that I might become like him. Herein is love; when I cannot rise to him he draws near on wings of grace, to raise me to himself. Herein is … Continue reading Puritan Christmas Prayer
Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come! (4:8) Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created. (4:11) Worthy are you to take the scroll and to open its seals, for you were slain, and by your … Continue reading Prayers of John’s “Revelation” of Jesus Christ
Shepherd the Flock 