Today is Memorial Day. We recall those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the freedoms we enjoy.
A Memorial Day Prayer: Heavenly
Father, as our nation pauses today to remember those in the military who have
given their lives for freedoms we enjoy, we pray you would have us all look to
you for strength, comfort and guidance. Be with all who serve in our Armed
Forces. Bless them and their families. Grant your loving protection. Let peace
prevail among all the nations, O God. Especially let your mercy rest upon our
land, even as we acknowledge with thanksgiving your past goodness on this
country. If it is your will, preserve the lives of the men and women in uniform
as they defend our citizenry. Most of all, we pray that you would turn the
hearts of all – military and civilian – to your holy Word where we find the
true peace for our sinful souls that surpasses all understanding. Keep us
repentant of sin. Move us to know, take hold and treasure your saving grace. In
the name of Jesus, our Savior and Your beloved Son, who alone gives this peace
and hope for eternity, we pray. Amen. [1]
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