Day 21 - 40 Days of Prayer - Gary Weaver

Wonderful Creator,
God of our lives,
Create in us a clean heart and a clear head.
Breathe into us the pure breath of your Holy Spirit:
the Spirit of truth,
the Spirit of love.

Mold us by the mastery of your hands into an image
that reflects your grace,
your goodness,
your good news.

Shape us into your form of faithfulness
dedicated to your word,
destined to your way.

When difference results in division
show us the way to reconciliation.
When we crack against the hard surface of suffering
gather our shattered lives and mend our broken parts,
our broken hearts.

When we sit too long on the shelf gathering dust
remind us we were made to be useful,
to be vessels that carry water to thirsty souls,
that pour out compassion and hope to the lonely and desperate,
that bear the buds of new life,
blossoms of color and beauty.

You are the Potter
we are the clay.
Make us,
mold us
into your own creation...
one that is shaped like the body of Christ.

Amen

Gary Weaver
Executive Presbyter
Pueblo Presbytery