On this National Day of Prayer, I have many things on my list. I pray for a manifestation of the four qualities I find in Psalm 85:10 – Mercy, truth, righteousness, and peace.
"Mercy and truth are met together; righteousness and peace have kissed each other."
I must start with my own circle of influence after I start with myself.
God grant that I might receive, show, and give mercy (Chesed – love, grace, and mercy all wrapped together).
God grant that I might be a man of truth who speaks truth to power, truth to the lowly, and truth to myself.
God grant that I might live a life of righteousness – doing the right thing and heading in the right direction, rightly related to You and to my neighbor.
God grant me peace, that I might be at peace with you through my relationship with Jesus and at peace with my neighbors, friends, and family. Grant that I might be a peacemaker in my community and my life.
God grant these these requests for me and for all who can join me in this prayer in their own way.
I pray in the name of my Savior and Master, Jesus. Amen.
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