A Prayer For America On 9/11.
On the 23rd anniversary of the September 11th attacks on New York, Washington, and Shanksville, PA let us remember those who lost loved ones, and pray for God's mercy on our nation.
Inspired by Daniel 9:4-17
Lord, I pray for the families and friends of those who lost loved ones during the horrific attack of September 11, 2001. Remember, Lord, the families of our brave soldiers who lost their lives during Operation Enduring Freedom and other military actions against terrorist organizations. May you comfort them and hold them close to you.
Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps his covenant of love with those who love him and keep his commandments, we have sinned and done wrong. We have been wicked and have rebelled; we have turned away from your commands and laws. We have not listened to your servants the prophets, who spoke in your name to our politicians, our leaders, our ancestors, and to all the people of the land.
Lord, you are righteous, but this day we are covered with shame—the people of the United States both near and far, in all the countries where you have scattered us because of our unfaithfulness to you. We and our politicians, our leaders, and our ancestors are covered with shame, Lord, because we have sinned against you. The Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him; we have not obeyed the Lord our God or kept the laws he gave us through his servants the prophets.
All this disaster has come on us, violence occurs daily in our schools and in our streets, yet we have not sought the favor of the Lord our God by turning from our sins and giving attention to your truth.
Now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of your servant. For your sake, Lord, look with favor on us. Give ear, our God, and hear; open your eyes and see the desolation that covers our land. We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy. Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act! For your sake, my God, do not delay.
