O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.
Opening Sentance
Deliverance for the righteous comes from the Lord; the Most High is their stronghold in time of trouble.. . . .Psalm 37:39.
Psalm 31
- In you Lord I have taken refuge:
let me never be put to shame, - deliver me in your righteousness:
incline your ear to me
come quickly to my rescue. - Be to me a rock of refuge:
a stronghold to keep me safe. - You are to me a rock and a fortress:
for your name's sake lead me and guide me. - Release me from the net they have secretly laid for me:
for you O Lord are my strength. - Into your hands I commend my spirit:
for you have redeemed me, O Lord God of truth. - You hate those who pay regard to worthless idols:
but I put my trust in the Lord. - I will be glad and rejoice in your mercy:
for you have seen my affliction,
and taken heed of my soul's distress. - You have not given me up to the power of the enemy:
you have set my feet where I may walk at liberty.
Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us;
let us pray with one heart and mind:
( Silence may be kept)
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day,
so may the light of your presence, O God,
set our hearts on fire with love for you;
now and for ever.
Amen.