Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Second Sunday after Christmas – January 3, 2021
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, direct our actions according to your good pleasure, that in the name of your beloved Son, we might be made to abound in good works. Grant this, we pray, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Evangelical Lutheran Liturgy, 1894)
Thematic Collect
God of Majesty, may your Spirit provoke us to follow your Son in all obedience and humility, growing in spiritual wisdom and maturity so that through us, all creation will come to know the praise of your glory; through Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For the Wisdom of Christ
God of all wisdom, we see in young Jesus how your wisdom shined through and caused many to be amazed. Grant us just a fraction of your wisdom, that we would walk humbly and prudently through life, serving and worshipping in your holy name, and boldly acting in ways that care for those you love. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For Grace 
Merciful God, it is often difficult for us to understand the depths of your grace toward us. We know we are sinful and that we need forgiveness, and yet we struggle to offer that same gift to others. Touch our hearts that we would understand more clearly the gift you offer us when you say, “You are forgiven.” Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For the Youngest Disciples
Father of all, grant faith in abundance to your youngest of disciples. Let the more mature in faith walk with them, teaching them to follow in the ways of Christ. Protect them from the surrounding culture that seeks to pull them away from a life in you, and instead fills them with false notions of what is important and holy. Let each of us invest ourselves in those who are younger than we are, thereby passing on your love, mercy, and wisdom. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For Those Who are in Need
God of healing, bring about renewed wellness for those who are suffering or in need in any way. You see the deepest needs of all your children. Encourage those who are struggling to put their trust in your hands, for you have promised to uphold all in need. (We remember especially…) Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.