911 Prayer

This was a prayer I wrote and delivered underneath our American flag at work on the first anniversary of the 911 tragedy. I share it with you today so that we may remember.

Almighty God, we come in honor and praise to you today. We thank you for this moment of unity in our company and in our world. We lift up many today in remembrance and we seek Your mercy and protection in the days to come. Keep us in Your heart.

Please bless those families who have suffered indescribable loss and bring them peace. Psalm 91:1 tells us that we can find rest in the shadow of the Almighty – that You alone are our refuge and safety. Keep us safe today.

Grant wisdom and guidance to our nation’s leaders and the leaders of our allies around the world. I pray that they might seek Your will at times of decision. Give us that same wisdom as parents, Lord, so that we can provide comfort and hope for our children. Keep close to them today.

Finally, God, we pray that the day would be remembered not only with honor for the past, but with hope for the future. We know that Your mercies are fresh each day and that our hope lies in You. Keep us mindful of that hope today.

The Enemy sought to bring us to our knees and succeeded. He had no idea, however, that we would kneel before You. And he has no idea what You can do.

Your will be done, Lord, and we pray these things in Your name. Amen.