Lord God,

We thank You for the cross; for saving us from our wretched lives.

We pray for strength and wisdom to defy the forces

of darkness around us, and to be Your light in the world.

We praise You that You chose us –

not because we are great - but because YOU are.

May our actions, small or large,

advance Your kingdom through the power You provide.

Through Your Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus,

who lives within us.

Amen.