Shared Prayer

O Lord God You have raised us with Christ, so we turn our hearts from the noise of this world to the things above, where Christ sits at Your right hand. For believers worn down by pressure, for those caring for others while feeling empty, and for those fighting temptation in secret, lift our gaze and renew our desire for what pleases You. Jesus, You are the author and finisher of our faith, so strengthen us to seek You more than comfort, approval, or control. Lord hasten your word to perform it, and make our thoughts obedient to Your truth when fear and confusion speak loudly. We repent of earthly mindedness and we ask for clean affections and a settled will. Thank You for giving us Christ, and for not letting our hope rest on what can be shaken. The grace of the Lord Jesus be with us all. Amen.