![]() We cast the first stone, and keep the logs in our own eyes. We confess that we do not follow Jesus in all that we do. Gracious and loving God, open our hearts so that we are able to admit to you the fullness of our lives – that which is beautiful and good, and that which is hurtful and hateful. Trusting in our Partner in grace, let us make our confession, first in silent prayer. When we offer God our confession, we join the beautiful work of reconciliation, which begins with our reconciling with God. Forgive us, help us to repent, and make us whole. We care for ourselves but not for others. We laze about in the good news of our faith and do not consider the deep commitment of faith. We anger at the slightest insult and imagine great vengeance upon those who wronged us. God of tender mercies, we admit that sometimes we don’t know what to do with ourselves. Let us then risk our confession, first in silent prayer. But throughout the scriptures, we learn that God is merciful and just, slow to anger, and eager to forgiven. To open our hearts to God is to risk vulnerability, judgment, and condemnation. So that we might dwell in You, in your grace, forever. We pray for forgiveness, for your goodness and mercy, We see scarcity even when you offer us abundance. We hate our enemies and refuse to break bread with them, We see courage and comfort in earthly things rather than in you. We wander tempting paths instead of following you. We stir the pot when we could offer peace, ![]() Attribution is appreciated: “Written by Beth Merrill Neel on her blog, ‘Hold Fast to What Is Good’. YOU HAVE PERMISSION TO USE OR ADAPT ANY OF THESE LITURGIES.
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