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John Wesley’s “Covenant Prayer”
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Mark Herringshaw
John Wesley’s “Covenant Prayer” is a prayer used for the renewal of the believer’s Covenant with God. It is often recited in special worship services, but is also a wonderful expression for individuals who want to affirm their commitment to God. I am no longer my own, but thine. Put me to what thou wilt,…
Virgin Maria Auxiliatrix and Mediated Prayers for Help!
By
Mark Herringshaw
The title “Virgin Maria Auxiliatrix” caught my eye this morning. I was reviewing the morning news when I saw this at the top of Google’s Hot Trends list. I’m not Catholic, but I pray, and I want to encourage and help others connect with God. So I was fascinated by the planet’s sudden (and in…
Prayer for Provision
By
Mark Herringshaw
Yesterday I ran into a friend who’s been unemployed for nine months. I smiled, politely and asked how he was doing. He looked at me as if to say, “Stupid question!” I suddenly felt as if I’d slapped a cancer patient on the back with, “Hey, what a great day!” Cancer is a good analogy. …
A Prayer of Augustine: “Be the joy of my heart”
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Mark Herringshaw
Here’s another simple and simply beautiful prayer from St. Augustine. In his role as Bishop (pastor) for the church in Hippo, North Africa, Augustine became a great defender of right doctrine and right practice of Christian faith. All this theological work grew out of personal pastoral concerns that mattered to the everyday lives of his…
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