Shared Prayer

O Holy One that answers prayers Jesus, You are the good shepherd, You know Your sheep, and You make us known to You. For believers who feel unseen, for those carrying family burdens, for those worn by temptation and pressure, let Your voice rise above every other voice. Teach us to follow You in simple obedience, and keep our hearts from wandering. Strengthen faith in those who are afraid, and restore joy in those who are weary, for if God be for us, who can be against us. Guard us from sin that dulls our love, and draw us into fellowship with You, for the Lord of hosts is with us. Thank You for personal care, for correction that saves, and for mercy that brings us back when we stray. Amen, and Amen.