Reading of the Law of God
Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison – that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak. Colossians 4.2-4
Confession of Sin
Our Father, You call us to pray and what a joy that is. But there are too many times that we see it merely as a duty. How shameful! Forgive us our sin and change our hearts. Please give us a sense of enjoyment and anticipation when it’s time to pray. We ask this in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Declaration of Pardon
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1.8-9