Week One

Prayers for setting out

SEEDS TO SOW: WHAT TIME OF DAY DO YOU TEND TO PRAY? *

Read Psalm 122

A prayer preparing for worship.

We begin thinking about our mindset as we go to the house of the Lord. The psalm is written in the context of a journey that could take days. It reflects the idea of expectation and joy. Could you share what it is that gives you joy in worship? The last part of the psalm reflects on the gift of peace encountered in worship. What are the things we should pray for as we prepare for worship?

Why not try taking the time to write a prayer of preparation before the next time you go to worship?

Read Isaiah 43: 1-7

A prayer before visiting someone who is ill.

This scripture passage is God’s conversation of reassurance to all those facing illness and times of anxiety.

How should you approach a friend living with an illness?

Read Micah 6: 8

A prayer before doing the shopping.

Would reading this verse immediately before stepping into the supermarket or opening the online shopping browser — change any of our purchases?

If so, should we try it?

* SEEDS TO SOW: These are open-ended and optional prompts and are designed for people wanting to develop their own resources in response to the themes. Perhaps if you are using this material as a group you could use these prompts to inspire a time of prayer, or drawing, or creative writing? They are a short and sweet, simply a starting off place for you and your imagination. Tailor and develop as suits your group.