Archives for March 2016
We Pray for our Nation
O Ruler of Nations, We pray for our nation, our government officials and the political process by which we elect our representatives and leaders at the local, state and national level. We plead with you that you might not give us the government we deserve but rather would give us elected officials who would engage with the vital issues that will affect our future prosperity and the advancement of your kingdom. We pray that those running for office would participate in open and civil … [Read more...]
We Pray for A Hurting World
Leaders in developing Nations Heavenly Father, we pray for the Leaders in the developing nations around the world, who are blindly accepting the global warming agenda because of their financial dependence on the west… We pray alike for leaders who are corrupt and deprive the poor in their countries from developmental policies. Persecution of Christians Father, we pray for those who are persecuted for your names sake. Especially those who don’t have access to law and order. And to those … [Read more...]
A Christian’s Perspective on Climate Change: Conventional Energy Sources Are Necessary for Developing Nations’ Poor
Global warming has been making headlines consistently during the past two decades. The subject impacts global economic policies and thereby our everyday lifestyle. Amidst the smoke in the battleground arises the moral call of Christians to function as responsible stewards of creation. But how does climate change impact the marginalized of the world? What can we, as followers of Christ, do for the environment and the poor? The recent developments at the Paris climate change conference saw … [Read more...]
Come Lord Jesus We Pray
Our Father in Heaven, You are our Creator and Redeemer. We come to you with thanksgiving for our salvation and for the glories of your creation displayed all around us. We come confessing our sinfulness, and pray your forgiveness through the work of Christ. We thank you our Father today for that wonderful covenant made with Noah. Through it you have blessed your creation and it has been of much comfort to us for it is a reminder of our Father in Heaven who cares for his people. And so … [Read more...]
How Can You Help Us Pray for the Environment and the Poor March 1–25?
As you may remember, last year the Cornwall Alliance hosted its first Day of Prayer for the Environment and the Poor. Many friends wrote prayers, and those were great guides for others to pray on that day! Many also committed to pray at specific times on March 25. We’re hosting our second annual Day of Prayer, again on March 25—the birthday of Nobel Peace Prize winner Norman Borlaug (about whom more below). We’d love for you to participate by writing prayers and reflections on issues related … [Read more...]