In these anxious times where walls of suspicion are erected more easily than razed, I offer you the following prayer for peace I found outside our sanctuary today:
O God, you are the source of life and peace. Praised by your name forever. We know it is you who turn our minds to thoughts of peace. Hear our prayer in this time of war.
Your power changes hearts. Muslims, Christians and Jews remember, and profoundly affirm, that they are followers of the one God, children of Abraham, brothers and sisters; enemies begin to speak to one another; those who are estranged join hands in friendship; nations seek the way of peace together.
Strengthen our resolve to give witness to these truths by the way we live.
Give to us:
Understanding that puts an end to strife;
Mercy that quenches hatred, and
Forgiveness that overcomes vengeance.
Empower all people to live in your law of love.
Amen.
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