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A Collect to Resist Temptation
Spirit of the Lord, who speaks in our hearts great truth and wisdom, grant us strength to resist the temptations of this world and the…
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A Collect to Choose Real Life
Lord of life, who desires that all should embrace the good you have prepared for your creation, keep us from clinging to old and…
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A Collect to Anticipate but Endure Conflict
Mighty Lord, who commands all the armies of heaven, keep us from the temptation to believe that your presence with us will keep us from…
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A Collect to Remember the Lord’s Care
Gentle Father, who would not break a bruised reed or snuff a smoldering wick, remind us of your constant care and attention, that we…
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A Collect to Not Fear the Threats of Mere Humans
Almighty God, who holds the power of life and death, teach us to put our security in you and in your eternal power, that we would not…
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A Collect for Trust in God in the Face of Evil
Creator God, who abides outside of time for all that is exists within you, give us patience when we see and seek to remedy the injustices…
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A Collect to Remain Stable in the Face of Insults
Gracious Lord, whose love extends even to those who hated you, keep our hearts secure in you, trusting in your love and in your way of…
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A Collect to Be Like Jesus
Lord Jesus, who is seated on the throne of heaven and reigns over all creation, grant us the grace to become like you in all ways, that…
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A Collect for Patience in Difficulty
Patient Father, who stands outside of time yet enters in for our sake, give us vision and wisdom to understand the good in our struggles,…
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A Collect to Remain at Peace with God and Others
Almighty God, holy and beyond our understanding, we praise you for your willingness to reach down to us and to justify us despite our sin…
