Forgive me for allowing the cares of this world to obscure my spiritual vision. Father, Help us to embrace and enjoy the life youve given us to live. Thank you that we can say with great hope, It is finished For we know whats still to come. Get your free Easter Prayer and Scripture Guide to reflect on the meaning and importance of Christ's resurrection. Lent is also a time of self-examination and repentance so it's very appropriate, in the quiet time before the prayer, to look at our lives and see if there's anything we need to lay down before we come together at the Table. Reveal it to me; convince me of its truth; and help me to wear that revelation knowledge on my head like a mighty, fortified, spiritual helmet! In Jesus' Name, Amen - Cally Logan, Father, Thank You for the miracle of life abundant life here, and eternal life with You in Heaven. You can pray these Easter prayers and blessings at sunrise, around the Easter dinner table with family and friends, or share them on social media! So with grateful hearts, we join with the choirs of earth and heaven to sing your praise: Awesome God, on this Easter Day, come among us by the power of your Spirit. lead us to this place, I pray this in Jesus' name! Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray. John records this event beginning in chapter 13, but his recording gives details that you dont see in the other gospels. Take time to meet with God today and speak these prayers of thanks to Him for the victory of Jesus and the victory we have over sin. JAVASCRIPT IS DISABLED. 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It is in this hope and prayer that we engage worship in these days . - Lysa Terkeurst. B - I will praise you, O LORD. All for your glory do we pray, Lord, Amen. In Jesus Name, Amen. You paid such a price that we may live in freedom today. (Based on Revelation 5:12, Philippians 2:10-11). We know that you are in the business of resurrection-- your very Son went to the cross to show us that no death is final and that ultimate transformation comes through your gift of salvation. I know that rejoicing and delighting in you is a safeguard for my spirit. May I always find my satisfaction in You and Your willingness to offer Yourself to me. Share your own easter prayer words in the comments below and be encouraged by our large praying community! Thank you, Lord, that I can come to you with prayers and thanksgiving; in return you give me peace that is supreme over my worries. in the breaking of bread: open the eyes of our faith, that we may see him in all his redeeming work; who is alive and reigns, now and for ever. I also have a red Vespa, a minister of the Uniting Church in Australia, have a love of God a faith in Christ. You are forgiveness, You bring deep peace to our souls and Your love flows within us. An easy way to find start your day with prayer, read todays prayer and sign up to receive by email. There, they found two men, with faces shining likelightning, who said to them: why do you lookfor the living among the dead?There, the women remembered Jesus words, that:the Son of man must be crucified and on thethird day be raised again. And so, this morning, we remember the story ofJesus resurrection and the story leading up to it. We ask that you will be our defense and rear guard, keeping our way clear, removing the obstacles, and covering the pitfalls. All rights reserved. Let us offer our prayers and thanksgivings with one voice, calling out the good news The tomb stands empty! Shine your light in us, through us, over us. Have We Turned Our Favorite Preachers and Teachers into Idols? We know that you created man and woman from the dust at the very beginning of time (Genesis 2:7) and that you breathed life into them to transform them into living creatures. In Jesus Name, Amen. He has also just released his new book The Pursuit of Victory: How To Conquer Your Greatest Challenges and Win In Your Christian Life. Surely God is my salvation; C - I will trust and not be afraid. I do need Your mercy and grace in my time of need. Read the rest Table Meditation for Ash Wednesday 22-February-23, Jesus says, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." until you come again in glory Turn our hearts back to You. Through our risen Christ, 22-February-23 Paul warns us that we should always examine ourselves before taking communion. For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect (1 Peter 1:18-19). I ask for that peace to fill me now, let it watch over and protect my heart. and to join you in making all things new We can do nothing but give you thanks and praise for the life you have given us and the life that lies ahead. He broke bread and gave thanks. In Jesus name, Amen. Because we desperately need them both. Rebecca Barlow Jordan is an inspirational author, speaker, and passionate follower of Jesus who loves to encourage others heart to heart. Amen. Thank you, Lord that by your wounds we are healed. There is nothing more wonderful. This article is part of our larger Prayers resource meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. 8 pages / 26 slides. I declare that you did not give me a spirit of fear or cowardice! Father, We are living in a day unlike anything we have ever seen before. The sacrifice of your sons very body for our sin was costly. wherever you have been, Amen. OR Sisters and brothers in Christ, God invites us to bring our doubts . P: We lift them to the One. Holy Spirit, I ask You to help me study and to understand everything Jesus purchased for me at the Cross. In Jesus Name, Amen. Help my kids to know the magnitude of that hope, as I show it through my words and actions. For Catholics, Easter Sunday comes at the end of 40 days of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving known as Lent. Thank you that youre alive, and that you want a relationship with me. Dear God, We remember today, the pain and suffering of the cross, and all that Jesus was willing to endure, so we could be set free. Lord, lead us on your level ground. I would add to that walking everyday remembering how much your salvation cost, and never taking it for granted. Through spiritual struggle and self-denial, we have prepared ourselves to die spiritually with . as we embody the gift of his resurrection in our lives and in our world. Resurrect the parts of my faith squelched by fear. You want to convict and correct me, not shame me. - Mary Southerland, Father God, Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus, to this earth. Required fields are marked *. For more information on giving to DisciplesNet, click here. Seeking the Gospel in Malachi, the Last Book of the Old Testament. L: People of Easter's joy, give thanks. WORDS OF RESURRECTION And so, we remember that on the morning of Jesusresurrection, the women took spices that hadbeen prepared and went to his tomb. until the new life we see in him is real for all the world Jesus willingly subjected himself to suffering so that we could be forgiven and free. Easter provides an opportunity like no other to renew your faith! God, I hand over to You those things that make me so afraid. Youll never disown me or leave me. Lift up your hearts. 12 promises of our lord jesus christ. - Debbie McDaniel, Lord God, you loved this world so much that you gave your one and only Son, that we might be called your children too. - Do not be afraid." - Maria Miriam, Ah Lord God, as I celebrate Easter and the triumphant victory of Jesus Christ over death and hell and sin, I fall down before You and worship You. In Jesus' Name, Amen - Cally Logan, Almighty God, I praise You for Your power, presence, and purpose in my life. 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How is it, then, that historys most glorious moment is surrounded by fearful fishermen, despised tax collectors, marginalized women, feeble politicians, and traitorous friends? Our Lord died on the cross to cleanse our sins and rose from the dead that we may have eternal life through Him. For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." I want to use the rest of my life to serve you instead of serving myself. In Jesus name, amen. Dear Heavenly Father, We offer you gratitude for the ability to gather for this Easter Dinner Prayer. Almighty Father, thank You for the gift of Your forgiveness, for binding up my brokenness. We should also have a repentant heart before we take communion. To use postal mail, address checks to "DisciplesNet Church" and mail to: Mending, Tending, and Extending (the nets in the name of Jesus Christ), Table Meditation for Ash Wednesday 22-February-23, Table Meditation for Epiphany A7 19-Feb-23, Table Meditation for Epiphany A6 12-Feb-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A5 5-Feb-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A4 29-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Old Testament) for Epiphany 3A 22-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany 2A 15-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A 8-Jan-23. Lord God, You loved this world so much, that you gave your one and only Son, that we might be called your children too. so that we might be strengthened to meet him again and again along the way. help us to glimpse the risen Christ at work in our world. Even though there is no command outlining the frequency of communion, it should be a regular part of the gathering of believers. I am a child of God. With the eyes of . We recall how your son gathered with his disciples when he walked the earth. While we are remembering what Christ did for us, it should not make us somber it should cause us to rejoice! L: People of Easter morning, lift up your hearts! that we might see him here and everywhere we go You can rejoice when taking communion because your forgiveness, your redemption, your eternal life is all because of the great sacrifice Jesus made for you. DisciplesNet newsletter, Donate to DisciplesNet using DisciplesNet Online Giving, To use postal mail, address checks to "DisciplesNet Church" and mail to:DisciplesNet Church, Donate or ask about giving by e-Mail using giving@disciplesnet.org. Let us have hearts of thankfulness for your sacrifice. - Carla Lake, Lord Jesus Christ, I rejoice and rejoice continually in Your glorious and triumphant victory over death. Have We Turned Our Favorite Preachers and Teachers into Idols? Your love is extravagant and I cannot say thank you enough. - "Just as he said." You love me no matter what. Forgive us, Lord. May Your resurrecting power shine forth in my life and the lives of my loved ones. Knowing that Jesus came to this earth as a baby to take on the punishment we deserved, was tortured, and died for us is overwhelming. John 6:53-58 53 Jesus said to them, "Very truly I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Let us have hearts of thankfulness for your sacrifice. Right now, I confess my fears and my worries to you. If you want to think of a way to honor Christ and remember the sacrifice he made for your sin which is what communion is all about there is no better way than how Paul instructs us here in Ephesians. "Come all the faithful, let us worshipfor through the Cross, joy has come to all the world.