Flood - Advent Day 5 Flood

Flood

God has promised us in scripture to never flood the whole earth again.  As a part of our waiting and expecting Jesus' birth; God desires us to demonstrate our faith through spending time with Him.  One way to do this is through intercessory prayer for others.

O Blessed Father and Mother;
We pray for those in Philippines who are struggling to rebuild after the Typhoon;
Comfort them in their losses and grant them the courage to start anew.
We pray for others around the world where flooding has led to loss of shelter; loss of life and loss of employment.
We pray for those for whom the snow, the sleet and the freezing rain brings increased hardship.
O Lord; keep them warm and safe; direct us with more to those who need our help.
We are thankful for the water that is life giving but it is difficult when it is destructive and overwhelms our brothers and sisters.  Help us to hear their cries for assistance.
Grant us faith and peace this day that we may recognize you; Emmanuel; God with us in our daily activities and freely give where there is a need.
In the Name of the One who Creates, Redeems and Sustains, Amen.