In her message yesterday, "Make the Most of the Time," from James 4:13-5:7, Jenny Ellefson closed with John Wesley's covenant prayer. I find this prayer to be very meaningful and challenging. One source says, "John Wesley adapted this prayer from the Puritan tradition that was so important to his parents, Samuel and Suzannah, and life …
A Prayer of Augustine on the Holy Spirit
Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit,That my thoughts may all be holy.Act in me, O Holy Spirit,That my work, too, may be holy.Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit,That I love but what is holy.Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit,To defend all that is holy.Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit,That I always may be holy. By St. Augustine …
A Prayer of Trust and Abiding in Christ
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." (John 15:5) Teach me, Lord, how to abide in You,to remain in You,to rest in You. When so many confusing words,false words, and harsh wordscome into …
Asking God to Act: a reflection on Nehemiah 1
“‘Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name. Give your servant success today by granting him favor in the presence of this man.’ I was cupbearer to the king.” (Nehemiah 1:11) At the end of his prayer in chapter 1, …
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“My Soul Glorifies the Lord” (Magnificat)
This past weekend at Eastbrook, we continued our journey of Advent and preaching series entitled "Canticles of Christmas" This second week of the series Kelly Erickson preached from Luke 1:46-55 on Mary's song of praise in light of Gabriel's announcement that we explored last week. You can find the message outline and video below. You …
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Matthew Erickson 