# matthewrgreen.com ## Posts - [A Collect for Inspiring Lives](https://matthewrgreen.com/2020-02-13-a-collect-for-inspiring-lives/): Light from light, who brought light into the world through walking among us, give us the wisdom to live well, that our lives might... - [A Collect for Becoming Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/2020-02-11-a-collect-for-becoming-light/): Heavenly one, who is light from light, grant us the capacity to truly reflect your light in the world, that all might be able to see and... - [A Collect for Returning](https://matthewrgreen.com/2020-02-10-a-collect-for-returning/): Holy Lord, who stands apart from his creation in majesty, love, and power, show us where we have lost our flavor and our ability to... - [A Collect for Gentleness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2020-02-07-a-collect-for-gentleness/): Gentle Lord, who will not break a bruised reed nor extinguish a smoldering wick, show us our hard edges, the harsh places in our hearts,... - [A Collect for Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/2020-02-06-a-collect-for-suffering/): God of all comfort, who is present with us in our hurts and griefs, give us the courage to live with the truth of our pains as well as... - [A Collect for Contentment with Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-09-04-a-collect-for-contentment-with-status/): “When you are invited by someone to a wedding feast, do not sit down in a place of honor, lest someone more distinguished than you be... - [A Collect for Fruitfulness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-20-a-collect-for-fruitfulness/): Let me sing for my beloved my love song concerning his vineyard: My beloved had a vineyard on a very fertile hill. He dug it and... - [A Collect for Accepting Harsh Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-19-a-collect-for-accepting-harsh-truth/): "Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division." - Luke 12:51 (ESV) Lord Jesus, who knew your... - [A Collect for Spiritual Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-16-a-collect-for-spiritual-values/): "Sell your possessions, and give to the needy. Provide yourselves with moneybags that do not grow old, with a treasure in the heavens... - [A Collect for an End to Striving](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-15-a-collect-for-an-end-to-striving/): "Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom." - Luke 12:32 (ESV) Generous God, who overflows... - [A Collect to Remember](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-09-a-collect-to-remember/): "When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. The more they were called, the more they went away; they kept... - [A Collect for Attachment to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-08-a-collect-for-attachment-to-god/): "But God said to him, ‘Fool! This night your soul is required of you, and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’ So is the... - [A Collect for Right Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-07-a-collect-for-right-attachments/): "But God said to him, ‘Fool! This night your soul is required of you, and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’" - Luke... - [A Collect for Satisfaction](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-06-a-collect-for-satisfaction/): 'And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of his... - [A Collect for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-05-a-collect-for-forgiveness/): 'Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” But he said to him, “Man, who made me a... - [A Collect for Dependence](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-08-02-a-collect-for-dependence/): 'Give us each day our daily bread.' - Luke 11:3 (ESV) Father of all good things, who gives us our food in due season, help us to... - [A Collect for Perspective](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-31-a-collect-for-perspective/): 'And he said to them, “When you pray, say: Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come."' - Luke 11:2 (ESV) Father, who understands... - [A Collect for Pausing](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-26-a-collect-for-pausing/): "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things, but one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, which will... - [A Collect for Wisdom in Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-25-a-collect-for-wisdom-in-conflict/): “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” - Luke 10:40 (ESV) Patient Lord, who knows... - [A Collect for Hearing and Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-24-a-collect-for-hearing-and-humility/): 'And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching.' - Luke 10:39 (ESV) Lord Jesus, who welcomes... - [A Collect for Focus](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-23-a-collect-for-focus/): 'And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving.'... - [A Collect for Compassion and Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-22-a-collect-for-compassion-and-forgiveness/): 'Hear this, you who trample on the needy and bring the poor of the land to an end, saying, “When will the new moon be over, that we... - [A Collect for Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-17-a-collect-for-compassion/): 'Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?” He said, “The one who showed him... - [A Collect for Vulnerability](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-07-16-a-collect-for-vulnerability/): 'And he said to him, “You have answered correctly; do this, and you will live.” But he, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, “And... - [A Collect for Gratitude and Mission](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-27-a-collect-for-gratitude-and-mission/): "The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying, 'Return to your home, and... - [A Collect for Courage in the Face of Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-26-a-collect-for-courage-in-the-face-of-goodness/): "Then people went out to see what had happened, and they came to Jesus and found the man from whom the demons had gone, sitting at the... - [A Collect for Fear and Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-25-a-collect-for-fear-and-love/): "Then they sailed to the country of the Gerasenes, which is opposite Galilee. When Jesus had stepped out on land, there met him a man... - [A Collect for Wisdom in Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-20-a-collect-for-wisdom-in-creation/): "You have given him dominion over the works of your hands; you have put all things under his feet, all sheep and oxen, and also the... - [A Collect for Wisdom and Willingness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-17-a-collect-for-wisdom-and-willingness/): "When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth." - John 16:13 (ESV) Spirit of truth, who alone knows the depths of... - [A Collect for Kindled Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-14-a-collect-for-kindled-hearts/): "If you love me, you will keep my commandments." - John 14:15 (ESV) Beloved Lord, who loved us before creation and desired our being... - [A Collect for Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-13-a-collect-for-faith/): "Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I... - [A Collect for Connection to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-12-a-collect-for-connection-to-god/): "Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own authority, but... - [A Collect for Awareness](https://matthewrgreen.com/2019-06-11-a-collect-for-awareness/): "Philip said to him, 'Lord, show us the Father, and it is enough for us.' Jesus said to him, 'Have I been with you so long, and you still... - [A Collect for the 11th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-08-21-a-collect-for-the-11th-week-after-pentecost/): Pure and Holy Lord, who turns even evil so that it might be made a blessing to your people, do not let us waste our time with useless... - [A Collect for the 10th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-08-14-a-collect-for-the-10th-week-after-pentecost/): Gentle Teacher, who comes to us in ways we do not always expect, we confess to you that we are sometimes afraid, and that we make choices... - [Quote Card for August 11th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-august-11th/): #QuoteCard #CSLewis #Hell - [A Collect for the 9th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-08-07-a-collect-for-the-9th-week-after-pentecost/): Mighty One, who struggles with us and blesses us, give us endurance to carry on as we wrestle with you and with our own hearts, and give... - [Quote Card for August 4th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-august-4th/): #QuoteCard #Ignatius #Reform - [A Collect for the 8th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-08-01-a-collect-for-the-8th-week-after-pentecost/): Almighty One, whose worth is greater than all treasures that we might discover, for you made them, and apart from you, no treasure would... - [Quote Card for July 28th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-july-28th/): #QuoteCard #Calvin #Love #Rest - [A Collect for the 7th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-07-25-a-collect-for-the-7th-week-after-pentecost/): Teacher, who sows wisdom into our hearts, teach us to live connected to you through your Spirit in us, so that, as we and all creation... - [Quote Card for July 21st](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-july-21st/): #QuoteCard #Packer #Study - [A Collect for the 6th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-07-17-a-collect-for-the-6th-week-after-pentecost/): O Lord, who spoke wisdom in parables and taught many through stories that mirrored the people's lives and hearts, teach us to recognize... - [Quote Card for July 14th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-july-7th-2/): #QuoteCard #Peterson #Self - [A Collect for the 5th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-07-10-a-collect-for-the-5th-week-after-pentecost/): Patient Lord, who understands our weaknesses, having walked this life as we do now, be merciful with us as we war within ourselves, and... - [Quote Card for July 7th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-july-7th/): #QuoteCard #GKChesterton #Self - [A Collect for the 4th Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-07-03-a-collect-for-the-4th-week-after-pentecost/): Father, who knows us better than we know ourselves, give us courage to offer to you that which is most precious to us and the things that... - [Quote Card for June 30th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-june-30th/): #QuoteCard #Tozer #Prayer #Listening - [A Collect for the 3rd Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-06-26-a-collect-for-the-3rd-week-after-pentecost/): Merciful Lord, who has known trials and suffering and who has acknowledged that we will endure the same, give us strength to hold on to... - [Quote Card for June 23rd](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-june-23rd/): Photo by RichardBH. Used by permission with modifications. #QuoteCard #Merton #Love #Destiny - [A Collect for the 2nd Week after Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-06-19-a-collect-for-the-2nd-week-after-pentecost/): Master and Teacher, who has proclaimed the good news of the kingdom and displayed the truth of your gospel to many, send laborers into... - [Quote Card for June 16th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-june-16th/): Photo by Claudio Ungari. Used by permission with modifications. #QuoteCard #CloudTownsend #10Commandments #Cross - [A Collect for Trinity Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-06-12-a-collect-for-trinity-sunday/): Resplendent Lord, who was sent by the Father, who walked among us, and who remains with us by your gift of the Holy Spirit, grant to us... - [Quote Card for June 9th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-june-9th/): #QuoteCard #HenriNouwen #Gratitude #Celebration #Gifts - [A Collect for Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-06-04-a-collect-for-pentecost/): God of spiritual flame, who looses both tongues and ears, who is no respecter of culture or language or class, and who promises your... - [Quote Card for June 2nd](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-june-2nd/): #QuoteCard #CSLewis #Suffering - [Quote Card for May 26th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-may-26th/): #QuoteCard #Heaven #Play #GKChesterton - [A Collect for the Sixth Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-05-22-a-collect-for-the-sixth-week-of-easter/): Abiding Spirit, sent by the Son, that we might not be orphaned, turn our senses to your inner presence, that we might recognize your... - [Quote Card for May 19th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-may-19th/): #QuoteCard #Peterson #Love #Mystery - [A Collect for the Fifth Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-05-16-a-collect-for-the-fifth-week-of-easter/): You who are the way, the truth, and the life, teach us to turn to you for our salvation, not only as we seek to enter the Father's house,... - [Quote Card for May 12th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-may-12th/): #QuoteCard #WilliamABarry #Love #Desire #Creation - [A Collect for the Fourth Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-05-08-a-collect-for-the-fourth-week-of-easter/): You who are the way, the truth, and the life, by whom we may enter into the sheepfold of the Father, give us wisdom to hear and heed your... - [Quote Card for May 5th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-may-5th/): Photo by Moyan Brenn. Used by permission with modifications. #QuoteCard #DallasWillard #SpiritualFormation - [A Collect for the Third Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-05-01-a-collect-for-the-third-week-of-easter/): Holy Lord, who walked among us and patiently opened the scriptures to your disciples at Emmaus, open our eyes to see you walking beside... - [Quote Card for April 28th](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-april-28th/): Photo by amslerPIX. Used by permission with modifications. #QuoteCard #pain #suffering #PresenceofGod #HenriNouwen - [A Collect for the Second Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-04-24-a-collect-for-the-second-week-of-easter/): Glorified Jesus, who still bears the wounds of your vulnerability and freely offered them to Thomas that he might believe and your... - [Quote Card for April 21st](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-april-21st/): #QuoteCard #Risk #Growth #BrennanManning - [A Collect for the First Week of Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/2017-04-17-a-collect-for-the-first-week-of-easter/): Risen and triumphant Lord, who demonstrated the fullness of love in your willingness to endure such suffering on our behalf, open our... - [Quote Card for the Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/quote-card-for-the-day/): Photo by Damian Gadal. Used by permission with modifications. #QuoteCard #GKChesterton - [A Collect to Become True Disciples](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-true-disciples/): Great teacher, who gives wisdom to those who are willing to receive, open our hearts to truly be disciples of your ways, that we would... - [A Collect to be Made Subject to God's Authority](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-made-subject-to-god-s-authority/): Lord of all creation and king above all kings, soften the hearts of your people, that we would bow before you in humility. Let not our... - [A Collect for Healing Doubts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-doubts/): Gentle Lord, who knows that our hearts are divided and uncertain, we are grateful that you patiently accept our doubts. Give us the... - [A Collect to Be Honest About Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-honest-about-our-hearts/): Patient One, who has known our state from the beginning and yet has not rejected us, give us courage and strength to stand in the sight... - [A Collect to Offer Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-offer-forgiveness/): Compassionate Father, who does not hold against us our faults, you have placed upon us your authority as messengers of your goodness.... - [A Collect for Humility in Being Transformed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-in-being-transformed/): Spirit of Life, who is the very breath of God, help us to receive you into our souls willingly and fully, not resisting your work of... - [A Collect for Peace and Mission](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-and-mission/): Lord of Peace and Mission, who was steadfast in the Father's love and in his will, grant us peace that transcends our circumstances, that... - [A Collect for Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy/): God of all creation, who gives to all their needs, cause our hearts to overflow with joy and gratitude when we see what you have done for... - [A Collect for Courage in Vulnerability](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-in-vulnerability/): Beloved Lord, who still bears the scars from your suffering, make us willing to reveal our wounds to one another as you revealed them to... - [A Collect to Bring Peace Despite Our Own Walls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-peace-despite-our-own-walls/): Limitless God, for whom there is no barrier or opposition that can keep you from your will, let not any barrier that we or our enemies... - [A Collect for Protection and Unity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-and-unity/): Loving Father, who cares for all those who are part of his creation, shield us against those forces that would steal, kill, and destroy,... - [A Collect to Remember to Whom We Belong](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-to-whom-we-belong/): Loving God, who created for yourself, let us not lose sight of the truth that we belong to you, that our hearts would be filled with joy... - [A Collect to Receive the Word of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-word-of-the-lord/): Spirit of Truth, who speaks to us because the Father has given you words, soften our hearts to hear what you are saying, that we would... - [A Collect of Thanks to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-to-god/): Shepherd of souls, to whom we belong as your sheep, we thank you for entrusting us to your dear Son, and for making yourself known... - [A Collect to Glorify the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-glorify-the-lord/): God of earth and heaven, whose glory is everlasting, show us what works you have set before us that would bring you glory, that we might... - [A Collect for Knowledge of God Leading to True Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-knowledge-of-god-leading-to-true-life/): Living God, whose joy overflows into life for all, draw us into real knowledge and relationship with you, that we would experience the... - [A Collect to Give when we Receive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-when-we-receive/): Son of Man, whose life was lived in service of the Father and of all those you love, give us right hearts, secure in our life in you,... - [A Collect for Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-love/): Blessed Savior, who showed us the full measure of love, fill our hearts with love and gratitude toward you, that we would naturally... - [A Collect to be Made Holy through Union](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-made-holy-through-union/): Holy Spirit, who binds together the faithful with God, unite us with you and with the Father and with the Son, that we would experience... - [A Collect to See God Present and Active](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-present-and-active/): Invisible God, who made himself visible for a time, reveal yourself to us in your presence and working in the world, that we would not... - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit Fully](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit-fully/): Spirit of truth, who abides with us and in us, give us grace to cast off those things that prevent us from receiving you, that our... - [A Collect to Hear the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, who is always moving in us and the world, be our helper and support. Convict, intercede, advocate, teach, and guide us as we... - [A Collect for Love Transforming Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-love-transforming-us/): Blessed Savior, who first loved us, fill our hearts with love for you, that as we go about our lives, we would find ourselves obeying... - [A Collect to do the Works we are Called to Do](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-the-works-we-are-called-to-do/): Almighty God, whose power works within us, grant us increasing faith and an awareness of what you are doing in the world, that we might... - [A Collect to See God Working](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-working/): Living God, who is ever active in the world, show us works that bolster our faith, that our hearts would be enlivened by what we see you... - [A Collect to Hear the Spirit Within](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-spirit-within/): Spirit of Truth, who dwells in the hearts of those who trust in the Lord, may we make space to hear you as you speak in our spirits, that... - [A Collect to See God in Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-in-christ/): Son of God, in whom we may glimpse the fullness of the Father, permit us to see God in your life and character and person, that we would... - [A Collect for Relationship with Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-relationship-with-jesus/): Blessed Lord, who is the way, the truth, and the life, help us to build up our relationship, our trust, and our love with you, that... - [Emmaus - A Novelization](https://matthewrgreen.com/emmaus-a-novelization/): A stone went flying into the distance, kicked absently by one of two travelers making their way toward Emmaus. The sun had passed the zenith a few hours earlier and was beginning its own journey to the horizon, but the heat of the day had just reached its peak. Neither of the two men took […] - [A Collect for the Lord's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-lord-s-return/): Lord and friend, who is preparing for us a place, we look forward to the day of your return, when we will see your face and live with... - [A Collect in Anxiety](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-anxiety/): God of peace, who knows anxiety and temptations, for you lived as we did, help us to accept that we cannot escape our fears and anxieties... - [A Collect to Follow the Shepherd](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-the-shepherd/): Shepherd of souls, who leads and nurtures your flock with care, help us to be content with the guidance and provision you offer, that we... - [A Collect for Real Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-real-life/): Source of life, who offers yourself to your creation, give us true life, that we would not fall prey to thieves and fakery that make... - [A Collect to Seek Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-jesus/): Savior of the world, by whom is the only way to the Father, help us to not turn towards vain hopes and our own attempts to save ourselves... - [A Collect to Resist Seductive Voices](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-resist-seductive-voices/): Merciful shepherd, who calls us by name, forgive us for those time when we have listened to the seductive voices. Grant to us familiarity... - [A Collect in Praise of the Lord's Leading](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-praise-of-the-lord-s-leading/): Head of the church, who sets out the path that we should walk, we thank you for your guidance and leadership. Grant that we would hear... - [A Collect to Remember His Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-his-goodness/): Loving shepherd, who knows each of us intimately, stir up our hearts to remember your goodness toward us, that when you call us, we would... - [A Collect to Recognize Thieves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-thieves/): Loving shepherd, who knows each of your sheep by name, grant us wisdom and sight to recognize those who have entered our lives but are... - [Two Collects for Encouraging and Being Encouraged](https://matthewrgreen.com/two-collects-for-encouraging-and-being-encouraged/): Risen Lord, who continually breathes life into your people, fill our hearts with joy at what you are doing in us, that our stories of... - [A Collect to See Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-jesus/): Bread of life, whose presence is nourishment to our souls, reveal yourself to be with us in the ordinary actions of life, that we might... - [A Collect for Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-presence/): Beloved Friend, who walks alongside us in the way, stay with us in our need, that we would not be left alone to make sense of a turbulent... - [A Collect to Understand the Scriptures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-scriptures/): Spirit of Wisdom, who knows all things and reveals hidden things to your children, guide us as we seek to understand the scriptures you... - [A Collect for Salvation from Trouble and Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-salvation-from-trouble-and-sin/): Mighty Lord, at whose word sprang both life and death, show your power and bring life and rescue to your people in need, that we might... - [A Collect for Peace when God is Absent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-when-god-is-absent/): Holy God, whose ways are sometimes hidden and mysterious, grant us peace in those times when we are not allowed to see or recognize you,... - [Raising Lazarus: A Novelization](https://matthewrgreen.com/raising-lazarus-a-novelization/): “I’m looking for someone called Jesus?” said the man from the door.“What do you want from the rabbi?” asked Nathaniel.The man said, “I bring a message from Mary and Martha of Bethany in Judea.”Nathaniel stepped back from the doorway and gestured toward Jesus. The messenger stepped inside as Jesus stood and greeted him. “The Lord […] - [A Collect for Life through our Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-through-our-faith/): Son of God, about whom the whole gospel hinges, may the words of those who witnessed your life penetrate into our hearts, that we might... - [A Collect for Faith without Sight](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-without-sight/): Invisible God, who is at work in the world, though hidden from our sight, give us the capacity to trust you even when we do not see, that... - [A Collect for More Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-more-faith/): Resurrected Lord, who has made himself vulnerable for our sake, give us what we need that our faith and trust in your would be... - [A Collect to Feel the Presence of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-feel-the-presence-of-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, who is the breath of God upon us, let us feel the gentle pressure of your presence and receive you as a treasured gift, that... - [A Collect to Imitate Christ in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-imitate-christ-in-the-world/): Beloved of the Father, who revealed the character of God through your life in the flesh, envelope us in peace and fashion us in your... - [A Collect for Redeemed Wounds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-redeemed-wounds/): Wounded one, who was pierced for our sin, redeem our wounds and brokenness, not that our scars would be erased, but that the marks left... - [A Collect for Peace in Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-in-fear/): Lord Jesus, who brings with you perfect assurance, make yourself known among us and bring with you peace, that our actions would not be... - [A Collect for Faith, Hope, and Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-hope-and-love/): Heavenly One, whose kingdom encompasses all that is, draw our hearts to things above, that we might trust in you, hope for your goodness,... - [A Collect for Joy that Overflows](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-that-overflows/): Beloved Jesus, who makes himself known in our need, cause our hearts to be overflowing with joy at your presence, that it might spur us... - [Collect to See and Learn from Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/collect-to-see-and-learn-from-jesus/): Rabbouni, source of all wisdom and the one who knows all things, open our eyes to see you present in the world around us, that we might... - [A Collect to Remain with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-with-god/): Glorious Lord, whose face we cannot see lest we be overwhelmed, even though we do not always recognize when you are present, fill our... - [A Collect in Times of Weeping](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-times-of-weeping/): Compassionate Father, whose heart breaks for your children's suffering, we thank you for not abandoning those who weep, but bending down... - [A Collect for Easter](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-easter/): Living God, who has overcome death and the grave, gather us into your life, that with you, even should we fall prey to death, we might... - [A Collect during Silence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-during-silence/): God of hiddenness, who sometimes wraps himself in silence and hides from our eyes, give us strength to honor you, even when you are... - [A Collect for Restoration in Foolishness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-restoration-in-foolishness/): Suffering servant, who allowed himself to be bound, not because you could not resist, but for the sake of those you love, give us true... - [A Collect to be Willing to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-love/): Humble God, who is not ashamed to lower himself for others' sake, let not our pride get in the way of doing what is necessary, but give... - [A Collect in Guilt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-guilt/): Merciful God, who knows our broken souls, forgive us for the times we have betrayed you through sin and neglect, and show us your... - [A Collect to Rejoice in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rejoice-in-difficulty/): Savior of the world, sent by the Father in his great love, help us to see the salvation you are bringing even as we live in troubled... - [A Collect to Prepare the Way](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prepare-the-way/): Coming King, who will appear in both humility and glory, show us how we must prepare the way for you, that your coming would not be one... - [A Collect to Emulate Christ's Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-emulate-christ-s-humility/): Humble Lord, who willingly lowered yourself for our sake, help us to follow in your example and be willing to humble ourselves for the... - [A Collect for Grief or Hurt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-grief-or-hurt/): Compassionate Savior, who is moved by our pain, make yourself known to us in times of struggle and suffering, that we would not weep... - [A Collect for Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life/): Wellspring of all being, through whom we receive real life, make us receptive to your ways, that we might not go through our time on... - [A Collect to Remember in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-in-suffering/): God of power, but also of compassion, we live in a world that groans under the strain of sin, and struggle and suffering are never far... - [A Collect for Courage to Walk with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-to-walk-with-god/): Almighty God, who strengthens those who are afraid, give us courage to walk wherever you call us, that we might work alongside you and... - [A Collect to Recall the Light of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recall-the-light-of-christ/): Light of the world, by whose light we see light, in those times when we stumble, give us a mind to see that we need you all the more,... - [A Collect for Knowing What to Do](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-knowing-what-to-do/): God of provision, who knows our limitations, help us see rightly what you are calling us to do and find that there is sufficient time in... - [A Collect for Patience in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-trouble/): Lord over all time, who sees the past and the future, give us patience when you do not respond immediately in our time of trial, that we... - [Healing a Man Born Blind: A Novelization](https://matthewrgreen.com/healing-a-man-born-blind-a-novelization/): “A penny?” asked the man, sitting at the side of the road.A few of the disciples looked over, and Nathaniel put a hand on Judas’ arm. “We can spare a bit, right?”The group’s treasurer grimaced a bit, but he unslung the money satchel and reached in. He pulled out a pair of coins and passed […] - [A Collect for Truth in Opposition and Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-truth-in-opposition-and-conflict/): Strong Tower, to whom we can run to find safety, give us courage to speak the truth in the face of anger and opposition, that even though... - [A Collect to Remember Mutual Relationship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-mutual-relationship/): Almighty God, whose power is limitless, yet who stoops to hear his beloved children, we thank you for hearing us and for taking heed of... - [A Collect for Trust in Obscureness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-obscureness/): Great Physician, whose methods bring sight to the blind, help us to trust in your ways, even when they seem wrong or inscrutable, that we... - [A Collect for Openness to the Unexpected](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-openness-to-the-unexpected/): Great Teacher, who gives wisdom to all who ask, help us not to become trapped by faulty assumptions, but be open to you working in ways... - [A Collect for Sustenance in Relationship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-sustenance-in-relationship/): Holy God, who gives all their food in due time, we acknowledge that we cannot live on bread alone, but our hearts are sustained by our... - [The Woman at the Well: A Novelization](https://matthewrgreen.com/the-woman-at-the-well-a-novelization/): The sun beat down on the travelers as they marched north toward Galilee. For many of them, it was home, but a homecoming was the last thing on most of their minds. Going back to familiar places was a blessing, of course, but there was nothing about the journey getting there that made any of […] - [A Collect to Worship in All Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-worship-in-all-places/): God of all the universe, who is present to us in all places, call us to find you wherever we are, that we would recognize the holiness... - [A Collect to Find the Spirit Within](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-the-spirit-within/): Spirit of the Living God, who has promised refreshment even in the desert, make space in our lives that we might rediscover the... - [A Collect for Life when Death Seems Near](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-when-death-seems-near/): Merciful God, who has promised us living water, in this time of anxiety and uncertainty, we ask you to give us living water and to remind... - [A Collect for Loving Sight](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-loving-sight/): Savior of all, who knows no limitations, grant us courage to see beyond our fears and cultural rules, that, like you, we might care first... - [A Collect to See God's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-s-invitations/): Lord of invitations, who knows our need, we thank you for your invitations to connect with you, grateful that you reach down to us... - [A Collect of Gratitude](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude/): Merciful One, who takes pity on us who rejected you, we thank you for understanding our broken and sinful hearts and for choosing not to... - [A Collect to Receive Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-love/): Loving Father, who acted on behalf of your beloved creation when we could not save ourselves, open our hearts to receive your love, that... - [A Collect for Humility and Courage when we Do Not Know](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-courage-when-we-do-not-know/): Gracious Teacher, who is patient with us as we grow to be like you, give us humility to be honest when we do not understand and courage... - [A Collect for Humility and Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-wisdom/): God of all knowledge, whose understanding exceeds all that we may grasp, help us to accept our limitations, yet still recognize what is... - [A Collect for Persistence in Growth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-persistence-in-growth/): Patient Father, who is not troubled by our slowness but understands our process of growth, we strive to enter your kingdom, but recognize... - [A Collect for Sight](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-sight/): Omniscient Father, from whom nothing is hidden, give us eyes to see the kingdom of God in our midst, that we might recognize how your... - [A Collect for Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-fear/): Compassionate teacher, who knows that we are but dust, we thank you for understanding when we are afraid and giving us grace regardless.... - [A Collect in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-trouble/): Lord of all, who is ever willing to help those who call on you, keep us from the temptation to hide and solve our troubles without you,... - [A Collect Against Self-Justification](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-against-self-justification/): Lord of all knowledge, who knows the heart for you created it, reveal to us when we seek to justify ourselves and rationalize our unwise... - [A Collect to Remember God's Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-s-joy/): God of joy, who is always seeking us when we are lost, remind us that you don't seek us out of duty or anger, but out of a desire to show... - [A Collect to Act With God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-act-with-god/): Steadfast Jesus, who withstood the soothing whispers of the accuser, keep us connected to the Father and in remembrance that the Spirit... - [A Collect for Safety Leading to Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-safety-leading-to-humility/): Lord of Honor and Humility, who emptied himself and took on frail flesh, give us a sense of safety and of awe in you, that like a child... - [A Collect for Compassion for our Enemies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-for-our-enemies/): Merciful One, who does not rejoice at the destruction of your enemies, but desires that all would join you around the table of family, do... - [A Collect for Honest Motivations (Ash Wednesday)](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-honest-motivations-ash-wednesday/): God of Truth, who knows the thoughts and intentions of all our hearts, reveal to us the true desires and motivations that lead us, so... - [A Collect for Forgiveness (Shrove Tuesday )](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-shrove-tuesday/): Righteous Judge, whose eye has missed nothing, and who has recorded all our deeds, give us courage to reveal our sins to you and to one... - [A Collect for Right Relationships](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-right-relationships/): Holy God, who has lived since the beginning in perfect love and relationship, help us to love one another as you have loved us, so that... - [A Collect to Tend Creation Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-tend-creation-well/): God of all creation, who has leased to us your work, we praise you for the crafting you have done in creating this world. As you have... - [A Collect to Keep from Arrogance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-keep-from-arrogance/): Gracious Father, whose way is love, keep us from arrogance and unbridled certitude, that we would not trust in ourselves to find our way... - [A Collect to Shun Pride and Self-Sufficiency](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-shun-pride-and-self-sufficiency/): Loving Father, who cares for all your creation, keep us from giving in to pride and self-sufficiency, but help us to accept our need and... - [A Collect to Shun Words without Deeds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-shun-words-without-deeds/): Great vinedresser, who has adopted us as sons and daughters, keep us from speaking without acting and from believing that our words are... - [A Collect to Remove Selfishness from our Prayer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remove-selfishness-from-our-prayer/): Lord Jesus, who speaks truth to world, keep us from selfishness and deviousness, attempting to work our relationship with you for our own... - [A Collect for Honesty with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-honesty-with-god-1/): Loving Father, from whom nothing is hidden, do not let our anxious hearts keep us from being honest with you, knowing that you see into... - [A Collect to Be Honest with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-honest-with-god/): All-knowing Father, who sees the thoughts of our hearts, teach us to be honest with you and plain about our hearts, that we would be able... - [A Collect for Finding Good in Disarray](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-finding-good-in-disarray/): Lord God, who jumbles our expectations and challenges our distorted values, help us to accept when our worlds and values are in disarray,... - [A Collect to See God's Care for All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-s-care-for-all/): God of all riches, out of whose hand we all receive our food, keep us from envy, and give us eyes to see your generosity and love, that... - [A Collect to Avoid Fruitless Comparison](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-fruitless-comparison/): Heavenly Father, whose love is given freely to all, keep us from fruitless comparison and envy, that we would not fall prey to jealous... - [A Collect to Eschew Grumbling](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-grumbling/): Great King of all creation, in whose fields we labor, forgive us when in this fallen and struggling world, we grumble and complain... - [A Collect for Patience in Our Work on Earth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-our-work-on-earth/): Holy Lord, who learned patience when you took on our nature, we await with anticipation the reward that we are to receive, but give us... - [A Collect to Wait Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-wait-well/): Heavenly Father, who is creator and owner of all that we know, help us to accept that your timing is not our own, that when we find... - [A Collect to Submit to the Lord's Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-submit-to-the-lord-s-work/): Almighty God, Lord of all creation, you have prepared for us work to do in your world. Give us humble hearts that will submit to your... - [A Collect for Our Hearts to Change](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-our-hearts-to-change/): Heavenly Father, who attends not only to our actions, but to our hearts, show us where our hearts have been impure or divided, that we... - [A Collect to Forgive Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive-others/): Holy Lord, whose mercy is not without justice, we have been forgiven much. Impress on our hearts the call this inspires for us to forgive... - [A Collect of Gratitude for God's Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude-for-god-s-mercy/): Merciful Lord, who in your compassion forgives our debts, we thank you for your mercy and generosity to us, who have offended against you... - [A Collect to Forgive Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive-well/): Merciful Lord, whose patience with us is far beyond our understanding, teach us to forgive as you forgive us, that we would free... - [A Collect to Remember to Call Upon the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-to-call-upon-the-spirit/): Ever-present Spirit, from whom nothing is hidden, let us not forget your presence among us, that we would not discern through only our... - [A Collect for Careful Discernment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-careful-discernment/): Patient Father, whose wisdom exceeds all that humankind has created, keep us careful in discernment when dealing with spiritual realities... - [A Collect for Compassion in our Authority](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-in-our-authority/): Compassionate Father, who offered for us a way to be free from our sins, help us to be merciful to and understanding toward our fellow... - [A Collect to Know Where to Set Boundaries](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-where-to-set-boundaries/): Merciful King, who knows our needs for boundaries and limitations, keep us from codependence and exerting ourselves beyond what is useful... - [A Collect for Patience in Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-conflict/): Gracious Lord, who loves each of us and wants none of us to be lost, let us not be too quick to judge one another, but help us to... - [A Collect for When We Feel Alone in Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-when-we-feel-alone-in-conflict/): Lord Christ, of whose body we are a part, let us not forget that we are part of the gathering of your people and that when we are in... - [A Collect for Love in Confrontation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-love-in-confrontation/): Loving Father, who is gentle with us, give us gentleness and courage when we must confront one another, that we would show a reflection... - [A Collect for Strength in Doing Good Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-in-doing-good-works/): Empower our hands, O Lord of glory, to labor on this earth toward good works in love, faith, and hope, that when you return, we will be... - [A Collect for Life Now and in Eternity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-now-and-in-eternity/): Lord God, who promises life to those who come to you, keep us from destroying ourselves in chasing after our own desires. Show us what it... - [A Collect for Strength](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength/): Lord Jesus, who leads us toward a heavenly home, give us strength to give up those things that are detrimental to our lives and to your... - [A Collect to Focus on Divine Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-focus-on-divine-things/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who keeps for us treasures in heaven, give us discernment to know what are human things and what are divine... - [A Collect for Receiving God's Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-receiving-god-s-will/): Lord God of all creation, whose wisdom exceeds that of all oracles and libraries, make us willing to see where we are putting our plans... - [A Collect for Courage in Difficulty and Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-in-difficulty-and-suffering/): O Lord, who set your face toward Jerusalem, knowing what awaited you, you set an example for us that even in the face of suffering, we go... - [A Collect for Unity and Love within the Church](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-unity-and-love-within-the-church/): Head of the church, whose body we form in unity, show us how to work together and to care for each other as we care for our own bodies,... - [A Collect for Wisdom in Authority](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-in-authority/): God of wisdom, who has given us knowledge to temper our authority, help us to discern how to use the status you give us and how best to... - [A Collect to Remember God's Protection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-s-protection/): Almighty God, against whom no force can prevail, when we are persecuted, threatened, and attacked, remind us of your promises, that your... - [A Collect to Hear the Father's Word](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-father-s-word/): Heavenly Father, who speaks to us through your Spirit within us, open our ears, that we would not miss what you are revealing to us, but... - [A Collect to Be Filled with the Knowledge of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-filled-with-the-knowledge-of-jesus/): Messiah and Lord, the image of the invisible God, fill our hearts with understanding of your nature and identity, that we would be awed... - [A Collect to See Our Faith Clearly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-faith-clearly/): O Lord our God, who knows our hearts more perfectly than we do, reveal to us what we truly believe about you, that we would not hide... - [A Collect for the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-world/): Lord of all, to whom there is no comparison among the gods, draw the people of the earth to you, that they would cease to struggle... - [A Collect for Humility and Persistence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-persistence/): High King of Heaven, whose footstool is the whole Earth, incline our hearts to come to you with both persistence and humility, that we... - [A Collect for When God is Silent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-when-god-is-silent/): Wise God, who knows what we need, even if we believe otherwise, there are times when you are silent in the face of our need. Help us to... - [A Collect for Humility in Acknowledging our Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-in-acknowledging-our-sin/): Almighty God, who knows the thoughts and intentions of all, give us humility and honesty to recognize the evil we carry in our hearts,... - [A Collect to See Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-hearts/): Holy Lord, who speaks to us hard truths we need to hear, do not let us hide from what our words and our actions tell us about our hearts,... - [A Collect to Avoid Foolish Leadership](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-foolish-leadership/): Lord who sees and whose guidance is never faulty, keep us from leaders who point away from you and into sin and danger, and keep us from... - [A Collect to Speak Truth in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-truth-in-love/): God of honor and truth, who lifts up the fallen and brings down the haughty, keep us from fear of others' disdain, that we would not... - [A Collect to Focus on the Right Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-focus-on-the-right-things/): Holy Father, whose nature is purity and character is without blemish, keep us from focusing too much on useless rules and... - [A Collect for Reverence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reverence/): God of the miraculous and the ordinary, whose presence brings change to all around you, may our hearts be filled with awe at what you are... - [A Collect to Fix Our Eyes on the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fix-our-eyes-on-the-lord/): Heavenly Father, who is our sure foundation, we are often distracted by the things of this world that seem important and sometimes... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Sustaining Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-sustaining-power/): God of the miraculous, who is not bound to the laws of this world you created, you sometimes bring us into situations and circumstances... - [A Collect for Comfort](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort/): God of comfort, who speaks soothing words to those in trouble, give us your comforting presence in our time of need, not that we would... - [A Collect to Not Be Afraid of God's New Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-afraid-of-god-s-new-work/): Lord Jesus Christ, who so often works in ways we do not expect, we are sometimes frightened when you do things we did not see coming.... - [A Collect to Not Miss God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-miss-god/): Lord of wind and waves, who comes to us in ways we do not expect, do not let us miss what you are doing because we look in too familiar... - [A Collect to Make Space](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-make-space/): Lord of Flesh and Spirit, who walked as we do and so knows our needs, help us to imitate you and to find space to be with the Father,... - [A Collect for Holy Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-holy-desires/): God of all creation, who has provided for us good things, show us the error of our desires, where we have lusted after wrong things that... - [A Collect for Gratitude](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude/): Generous Father, who has provided for all of us, we thank you for giving us all that we need and requiring nothing in return. Give us... - [A Collect for Provision in Doubt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-provision-in-doubt/): Lord Jesus, who multiplies matter and defies death, with our limitations and fears, we fall prey to doubting your provision and care. In... - [A Collect for Daily Bread](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-daily-bread/): Almighty Father, who has no needs, yet knows what it is to be limited, for you took on our limitations, give us the things we need from... - [A Collect to Sacrifice in Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-sacrifice-in-faith/): Worker of miracles, who makes multitudes from nothing, teach us to trust you with the little we have, that we would not hoard it for... - [A Collect to Flourish](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-flourish/): Spirit of the Living God, who breathes life all the world, nurture the seeds you have planted in us, that they may grow and flourish in... - [A Collect to See Our Hearts Truly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-hearts-truly/): All Knowing Father, who knows us far better than we know ourselves, open us up to the truth of our hearts, that we might see the sins and... - [A Collect to See God Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-present/): God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who freely travels between earth and heaven, open our eyes to see that you are present, that we would... - [A Collect to Hear, Humble Ourselves, and Repent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-humble-ourselves-and-repent/): Lord God, who doesn't want any of us to suffer, give us ears to hear what you are truly saying, that we would not be fooled by our... - [A Collect for Endurance Until the End](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-endurance-until-the-end/): Son of Man, who sowed virtue into your people, we chafe at having to live with sources of sin in our world and in our hearts. We look... - [A Collect to Be Taught](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-taught/): Patient teacher, who has given us difficult things to grasp but is patient with our limitations, teach us again the things that we need... - [A Collect for Patience in Growth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-growth/): Wise Creator, who understands our hearts, we long for the sin in our souls to be uprooted and destroyed, but you know how best we will... - [A Collect for Endurance Amidst Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-endurance-amidst-evil/): Heavenly King, who has sown on earth seed for good fruit, help us to persevere while living amidst enemies who oppose your will and even... - [A Collect for Flourishing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-flourishing/): Lord of life and growth, who has seeded the world with evidence of your ways, open us up to how you have designed us to live and thrive,... - [A Collect for Detachment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-detachment/): Creator of all things, who sows seeds of matter and spirit, keep us from being overly attached to the things of this age, that we would... - [A Collect for Soft Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-soft-hearts/): Holy Spirit, who works deep within the human heart, reveal to us where our hearts are hard and resist your work within, that we might... - [A Collect to Understand God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-god-s-ways/): God of wisdom, who sows seeds that can nourish the heart, grant to us understanding of your will and your ways, and give us patience and... - [A Collect to See Our Faults](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-faults/): Gracious King, who continually reaches out to a stubborn people, show us where our hearts have grown cold and our senses dull, that we... - [A Collect to Treasure Real Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-treasure-real-things/): God of justice, whose scales measure out the rewards and punishments of nations, keep us from squandering our treasures and abilities,... - [A Collect to Ask for Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ask-for-wisdom/): Lord of all knowledge, who designed creation and understands its workings, give us a thirst for understanding and the presence of mind to... - [A Collect to Find Our Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-our-work/): Lord Jesus, who knows our weakness and is gentle with us, grant us willingness to take on the work that you have for us, that we would... - [A Collect for Periods of Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-periods-of-rest/): Gentle Savior, who knows our struggles because you shared them with us, grant us spaces of rest from the struggles of this broken world,... - [A Collect to Find Wisdom in the Least](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-wisdom-in-the-least/): Wise Father, who knows our needs for your designed our minds and bodies, grant to us humility, that rather than being assured of our... - [A Collect for Laws to Be About Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-laws-to-be-about-love/): God of love, who reached down to us while we were unlovely and sinful, let not our hearts be dominated by rules and order, but give us... - [A Collect to Refrain from Judgement](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-refrain-from-judgement/): Gracious Lord, who knows the true thoughts and intentions of our hearts, keep us from judging others quickly or falsely, that we would... - [A Collect to Strive to Love Others Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-strive-to-love-others-well/): Patient Father, who waits for our understanding to catch up with your wisdom, teach us not to condemn others quickly in our distaste or... - [A Collect to Set Aside Our Expectations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-our-expectations/): Ineffable Divinity, who is entirely beyond our understanding, forgive us for demanding that you fit our expectations and desires, and... - [A Collect to Eschew Autonomy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-autonomy/): Spirit of Righteousness, who gladly receives us and the work we offer, incline our hearts to offer our bodies to you for the holy works... - [A Collect to Obey Love and Holiness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-love-and-holiness/): Our Lord and Master, whose yolk is easy even though it still requires work, you have set us free from slavery to sin, but our hearts are... - [A Collect to Offer Our Whole Selves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-offer-our-whole-selves/): Heavenly Father, who watches over us with care and love, we present ourselves to you as servants and children. Help us to see where we... - [A Collect to See Our Hidden Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-hidden-sin/): Holy God, who created our material world and knows its structure, reveal to us our habits and weaknesses that incline us toward sin, that... - [A Collect for Hospitality](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hospitality/): Welcoming Father, who watches for our return home, teach us what true hospitality is, that we would show love to those who are... - [A Collect to Cease Saving Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-saving-ourselves/): Exalted Lord, who humbled himself even to death for our sake, reveal to us those places where we wrongly feel that we must protect... - [A Collect to Love God Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-well/): Jealous God, you desire our love not merely for your own sake, but for the sake of all you have created and love. Let not our hearts... - [A Collect During War and Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-during-war-and-conflict/): Lord Jesus, from whose mouth comes a great sword, we grieve at the wars and conflicts that we see here on earth and the violence and... - [A Collect to Experience God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-experience-god-s-love/): Loving God, who knows us inside and out, alleviate our fears with the knowledge and experience of your love, that we would not live in... - [A Collect to Be Honest with God, Ourselves, and Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-honest-with-god-ourselves-and-others/): Gentle Father, who knows we are afraid and offers forgiveness and comfort, we acknowledge that we are fearful and ashamed of the sin we... - [A Collect to Be Like God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-like-god/): Holy God, whose character and nature are perfect, grow in our hearts a longing to be like you, to value what you value, love what you... - [A Collect for Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-2/): King of all creation, who looks down upon us with patience and mercy, teach us to embrace our humility, that we would not think of... - [A Collect for Perseverance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-perseverance/): Longsuffering Jesus, who endured greater pain than we could comprehend, give us endurance to persevere through the difficulties and... - [A Collect to Return Good for Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-return-good-for-evil/): Patient God, who endured the scorn and ridicule of those you love, give us your calm and patience when we are attacked and vilified, and... - [A Collect to Be Used of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-used-of-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, whose words enliven the soul, speak through us and do not let our foibles and sins get in the way of your words, that what... - [A Collect for Wisdom and Innocence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-and-innocence/): Loving Lord, who sends us out to continue your redemptive mission, keep us from arrogance and foolishness, that our attempts to follow in... - [A Collect for Anxiety over our Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-anxiety-over-our-needs/): Lord who owns the cattle on all hills, save us from our unnecessary anxiety, and enable us to trust in your provision and care for us,... - [A Collect to Proclaim the Kingdom Near](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-proclaim-the-kingdom-near/): King of Kings, who rules the world in justice and care, fill our mouths with assurances that you are present and active in the world and... - [A Collect to Accomplish the Mission of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accomplish-the-mission-of-god/): Good Shepherd, who provides teaching and healing for a needy world, send out your people to accomplish your works, and give us hearts... - [A Collect to Live Out God's Commandments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-out-god-s-commandments/): King of Kings, who rules with great wisdom from above, make us receptive to your commands, that we would take your word into our hearts... - [A Collect to Spread the Gospel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-spread-the-gospel/): God of all creation, who loves each person and culture in its uniqueness, grant us the willingness to go wherever you call us, that the... - [A Collect for Overflowing Joy in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-overflowing-joy-in-god/): Glorious Father, whose work in us produces marvelous things, may our joy at what you are doing in our lives overflow in our hearts, that... - [A Collect to Follow Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-christ/): Lord Jesus, who calls your people to good works for your kingdom, may we be found by you, ready and willing, and may we hear your voice... - [A Collect for Praise to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-praise-to-the-lord/): Heavenly Father, glorious and mighty, may our mouths be filled with your praise and our hearts overflow with worship, that you would be... - [A Collect to Please the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-please-the-lord/): Father in Heaven, who watches over the earth and all your creation, may we fulfill the good works you have laid out for us, that you... - [A Collect to be Baptized with the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-baptized-with-the-holy-spirit/): Lord Jesus, who fulfilled the Law and the Prophets, bring your baptism of fire upon us, that we would be filled with the Holy Spirit,... - [A Collect for Repentance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-repentance-2/): Holy Father, whose gaze is perfectly pure and righteous, instill in us the desire to reject our sins and turn toward you, that such a... - [A Collect to Confess our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-sins/): Holy God, who knows our hearts before we know them ourselves, give us reassurance and courage to confess our sins and to admit the wrongs... - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Baptism](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christ-s-baptism/): Lord Jesus, who has shown us the way to the Father, what humility and love you have displayed for us in your baptism. Grant us the same... - [A Collect to Honor Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-christ/): Anointed One, whose glory fills the temple, inspire in us joy in you and your presence that overflows into gifts and treasures offered to... - [A Collect for Joy at God's Appearing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-at-god-s-appearing/): Invisible God, who makes yourself apparent in the world, give us, like the magi, an earnest desire to find you, that when you reveal... - [A Collect for Epiphany and to Seek the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-epiphany-and-to-seek-the-lord/): Lord Jesus, forever king of kings yet willingly born a vulnerable child, as the wise men sought you out, traveling far to pay you homage,... - [A Collect for Christ's Light to Shine](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-s-light-to-shine/): Light of the world, sent into our darkness and separation from you, shine in our hearts and in the world, and let not our doubts, fears,... - [A Collect for the Life that Christ Provides](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-life-that-christ-provides/): Son of God, in whom is the light of all people, grant us your life, that knowledge and relationship with you and the Father, that we... - [A Collect to Be Joyful in Christ's Creation of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-joyful-in-christ-s-creation-of-us/): Word of life, who was in the beginning with God, we praise you and thank you for your creation of us and the world for us to live in. Let... - [A Collect to Receive the New Year](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-new-year/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who stands outside of time, yet walked within it, as we look to another year, grant us wisdom to plan in... - [A Collect for the Veneration of Jesus' Name](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-veneration-of-jesus-name/): High and Exalted One, whose humility led you to a stable but also to the right hand of the Father, may all the earth respect your name... - [A Collect to Grow Wise and Strong](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-wise-and-strong/): Holy Spirit of God, who fills us with your presence and guidance, help us, like Jesus, to grow strong and wise as we listen to you and... - [A Collect to Look to Jesus for Redemption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus-for-redemption/): Lord God of Hosts, who lifts up all who are brought low, as we look for redemption and salvation, longing for solutions to the troubles... - [A Collect to Embrace the Good and Bad](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-the-good-and-bad/): Merciful Lord, who shares with us in our joy and our pain, let us not eschew the sufferings that this broken world offers, and teach us... - [A Collect for the Rising and Falling of Many](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-rising-and-falling-of-many/): Son of Man, who was prophesied to save the people of Israel and all the earth, raise up those who are lowly and meek and in need and cast... - [A Collect for Many to Turn to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-many-to-turn-to-christ/): Light of the nations, who has come into the world to give your light to all, praise to you for revealing yourself to the world and... - [A Collect to Remember the Goodness of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-the-goodness-of-god/): God of gods, light of the world, who resides in the hearts of those who invite you in, create in us a well where we may keep the... - [A Collect for Christmas and for the Joy of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christmas-and-for-the-joy-of-the-lord/): Mighty Lord, who took on the vulnerability of an infant, we are immeasurably grateful for your willingness to take on our flesh, to walk... - [A Collect for God to Show His Power on Behalf of the Needy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-show-his-power-on-behalf-of-the-needy/): Shield and defender of the weak, whose might is exercised on behalf of the vulnerable, we await your coming in power and long for the day... - [A Collect for God's Favor](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-favor/): Almighty God, Savior of all people, look with favor on your people, and give special attention to those who are in trouble, despair, or... - [A Collect for Surrender](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-surrender/): Lord Jesus, who humbled himself and took the form of a servant, give us humility to surrender ourselves to the will of the Lord, that we... - [A Collect to See God in the Unexpected](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-in-the-unexpected/): God of the unexpected, who works for good in ways we do not always see, enlarge our trust in you and in what you are doing in and for us,... - [A Collect Calling for Christ's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-calling-for-christ-s-return/): Lord Jesus, born of a virgin and of the Holy Spirit, Israel awaited your coming and we await your coming again. Give us patience until... - [A Collect to Build Up and Restore](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-build-up-and-restore/): Heavenly Father, who cares for the weak and who will not break a bruised reed, teach us to build up what is broken and shore up the... - [A Collect to Be Present to Suffering and Await God's Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-present-to-suffering-and-await-god-s-provision/): God of all comfort, who knows our suffering and has shared with us in them, give us the courage to mourn and to fully experience the hurt... - [A Collect for Life and Freedom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-and-freedom/): Spirit of God, who brings comfort and reassurance, we wait for good news from you, trusting that you will give us what we need in your... - [A Collect for Light in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-light-in-the-world/): Light of the world, who exposes the darkness and those deeds done in shadows, illumine our hearts and our world, that deceit and wrongs... - [A Collect to Hear the Messengers of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-messengers-of-god/): Holy Lord, light of all creation, open our ears to hear the words of those who testify to your presence and your work, that we would hear... - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit-s-presence/): Lord of creation, who is greater than all, you have sent to us the Holy Spirit, to live in us and be your presence with us. May we... - [A Collect to Honor God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-god/): Almighty God, in whose presence we are not worthy to stand, fill us with reverence and awe at your power and the glory of your very... - [A Collect for Courage to Confess our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-to-confess-our-sins/): Compassionate Father, who knows our hearts already, it is hard to admit our sins and failings, for we fear anger and disapproval, the... - [A Collect for Going Out to Meet the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-going-out-to-meet-the-lord/): Lord Jesus Christ, who by being lifted up draws all humanity to you, may we be among those who respond to your voice and your appearing,... - [A Collect to Be Able to Repent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-able-to-repent/): God of forgiveness, who knows our weaknesses, give us strength to truly repent of our sins and throw off all that keeps us from turning... - [A Collect of Gratitude for Those Preparing the Way](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude-for-those-preparing-the-way/): Lord Jesus Christ, sent in to the world for our sake, we thank you for those you have placed in our paths to prepare the way for your... - [A Collect to Make Ready the Lord's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-make-ready-the-lord-s-return/): Lord Jesus Christ, who will come again to redeem the world, show us how we might best prepare the way for your coming, and help us be... - [A Collect for Being Shaped by God's Hands](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-shaped-by-god-s-hands/): Gracious Father, who works us like a potter works clay, help us to accept how you are forming us and allow ourselves to be shaped by your... - [A Collect to Use Our Authority Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-our-authority-well/): Master of the house, builder of all creation, help us to be faithful to the work you have set for us to do, that we would utilize the... - [A Collect for Perseverance and Readiness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-perseverance-and-readiness/): Heavenly Father, you have hidden from us the timing of things that are too great for us to understand or bear. Still, help us to... - [A Collect to Trust God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-s-ways/): Almighty God, whose power established the heavens, give us steadfastness to believe what you have told us in a world that looks to... - [A Collect for Wisdom in Discerning Signs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-in-discerning-signs/): Risen Lord, who ascended to the Father's right hand, give us discerning hearts and attentive eyes to see and understand the signs of what... - [A Collect for Christ to Return Soon](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-to-return-soon/): Son of Man, who is robed with power and glory, we long for the day when you will gather together your people as one. Come soon, Lord... - [A Collect for Christ's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-s-return/): Lord Jesus, who ascended to the right hand of the Father, return soon and set the world aright, that we might be free from the suffering... - [A Collect for Righteousness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-righteousness-1/): Judge of all that is, and righteous wielder of wisdom and justice, you do not desire that any should perish. Give us ears to hear your... - [A Collect for Forgiveness for Lacking Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-for-lacking-compassion/): Lord Christ, whose heart overflows continually with compassion, forgive us for our hard-heartedness and for the times we have neglected... - [A Collect for Unity and Empathy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-unity-and-empathy/): God of compassion, who feels the pain and the joys of those you love, give us hearts like yours that are bound to those of the family of... - [A Collect for God's Blessing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-blessing/): Great king of glory, Father of all creation, bless us, O Lord, that we would receive from you goodness and be affirmed and shown love,... - [A Collect for Mercy in Judgement](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-in-judgement/): Almighty God, in whose hand is authority over all creation, you have the right to sift through us and sort us as you will. We ask that... - [A Collect to Be Dazzled By Christ's Brightness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-dazzled-by-christ-s-brightness/): Lord of Lords, who was exalted to the highest place, draw our eyes to you, and let us fall on our faces in awe of your glory and majesty,... - [A Collect to Look to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-the-lord/): Invisible God, whose glory is too great that we should see you fully, keep us looking for you, even when we cannot see you, for you are... - [A Collect to Believe the Goodness that we Have](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-the-goodness-that-we-have/): Merciful Lord, who does not wish that any should fail to accept your grace, keep us from believing the lies that we have nothing or that... - [A Collect to Utilize Opportunities for the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-utilize-opportunities-for-the-father/): Almighty God, orchestrator of all the universe, open our eyes to see the opportunities you have presented to us, that we would not waste... - [A Collect to Go Beyond the Fear of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-go-beyond-the-fear-of-the-lord/): Almighty God, whose lightnings flash, but whose kindness surrounds us, while you are great and powerful, let us not live merely in fear... - [A Collect for Faithfulness in Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faithfulness-in-small-things/): High Lord and Master, whose joy is our hearts' desire, help us to content ourselves with the small things you have entrusted to us, and... - [A Collect to Bring All Things into the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-all-things-into-the-light/): God of light, in whom there is no darkness, give us grace to bring all that you give us into the light, that nothing would be hidden and... - [A Collect for Contentment and Acceptance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-and-acceptance/): Wise Father, who knows us for you created our inmost being, teach us to accept what you have given us, knowing that you give according to... - [A Collect to Recognize Our Idols](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-idols/): Almighty God, who alone is worthy of praise, open us up to see the created things that we serve and devote ourselves to, that we would... - [A Collect for Carefully Considering our Promises](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-carefully-considering-our-promises/): Holy God, who is patient with us, but only for so long, keep us from being flippant with our promises, and help us to examine carefully... - [A Collect to Remember and Be Strengthened](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-and-be-strengthened/): Almighty God, who shields us from many troubles, cause us to recall the wonders you have done and the gifts you have given us over our... - [A Collect for Forgiveness for Idolatry](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-for-idolatry/): Almighty Lord, the only true and living God, forgive us for our idolatry, for valuing created things more than the creator. Draw our... - [A Collect for Readiness to Respond to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-readiness-to-respond-to-the-lord/): God Almighty, whose timing is a mystery to all but yourself, help us to be ready for the moment when you call us, that we will not be... - [A Collect for Waiting for Christ's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-waiting-for-christ-s-return/): Tarrying Lord, whose timing is not our own, we do not know when you will reappear, but we await you with what strength and patience we... - [A Collect to Receive Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-rest/): Gracious Father, who knows our limitations, give us rest while you tarry in your business, that we would not strive needlessly or be... - [A Collect to Take on the Nature of a Servant](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-on-the-nature-of-a-servant/): Lord Jesus, who humbled himself and took on the nature of a servant, give us the grace to turn away from status and stature and to serve... - [A Collect to Imitate Christ and Revere Him](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-imitate-christ-and-revere-him/): Lord Jesus Christ, who set an example for us that we should walk in it, grant us a fervent desire to imitate you, trusting in your... - [A Collect to Be Students](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-students/): Merciful God, who is patient with us when we resist our position, help us to find security even despite our limitations and lack of... - [A Collect for Security in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-security-in-god-s-love/): Almighty God, who needs nothing from your creation, but loves us freely, secure us so deeply in your love that we do not need the esteem... - [A Collect for an Election](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-an-election/): Almighty God, who humbles the proud and lifts up the meek, keep us from too much concern with winning, believing that it is all that... - [A Collect for Carrying Burdens](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-carrying-burdens/): Lord Jesus, possessed of both divinity and humanity, you stooped to bear the burdens of sin and struggle with us. Let not our pride keep... - [A Collect to Both Practice and Preach Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-both-practice-and-preach-virtue/): High King of Heaven, who stooped low in love for your people, keep us from virtue only in word, but give us a fervency to practice the... - [A Collect to Love Divine Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-divine-law/): Heavenly Father, whose ways are good and meant for our benefit, instill in us a love for your law and your ways, that we would naturally... - [A Collect of Praise for Jesus' Rule](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-for-jesus-rule/): Lord Jesus Christ, exalted to the highest place, we praise you for your glory, and we await the day when your enemies will submit to your... - [A Collect to Eschew Overweening Certitude](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-overweening-certitude/): Heavenly Father, whose wisdom is bound up with compassion, keep us from haughty certainty in our own knowledge, and keep us from... - [A Collect to Respect the Wisdom of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-the-wisdom-of-christ/): Lord Jesus, whose wisdom exceeds all the great libraries and teachers of the world, grant us respect for your understanding and the... - [A Collect to Ground All Things in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ground-all-things-in-love/): Lord God, creator of all things, root in us the understanding that love is the ground of all that you have created and all that you... - [A Collect for the World to Be Filled with Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-world-to-be-filled-with-love/): Almighty Father, whose nature is love and by whom we know what love is, teach us to love others well, that the whole earth would be... - [A Collect to Imitate Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-imitate-christ/): Lord Jesus, who is present with us now through the Spirit, inspire in us the desire to imitate you more and more, that we would press on... - [A Collect for Embracing our Belovedness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-embracing-our-belovedness/): Loving Father, who created us in delight, help us to embrace our belovedness and be relieved from our striving to be fulfilled, resting... - [A Collect for Developing Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-developing-virtue/): Loving Lord, who works in us more than we can imagine, develop in us virtues, and grant us the desire to embrace the process of their... - [A Collect for Remembering to Pray for Those We Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-remembering-to-pray-for-those-we-love/): Heavenly Father, who hears the prayers of your people, let us not forget to talk with you about those we love, that we would thank you... - [A Collect to Fulfill Our Obligations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fulfill-our-obligations/): All-knowing Father, who keeps watch over our lives, guide us to recognize what we owe to you and to all creation, that we would rightly... - [A Collect for Shunning Flattery](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-shunning-flattery/): God of truth, on whose word we may rely, keep us from flattery and attempts to manipulate others for our own gain, that we, like you,... - [A Collect for Eschewing Vengeance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-eschewing-vengeance/): Almighty God, who alone knows how to enact true justice with great mercy, turn our hearts away from seeking vengeance when we feel... - [A Collect to Live Up to God's Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-up-to-god-s-desires/): Righteous Father, whose judgments are reflections of your holy nature and design of all creation, help us to live up to your desires, not... - [A Collect to Serve the King Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-serve-the-king-well/): King of All Kings, who is lavish with your generosity, keep us from taking advantage of your generosity and neglecting the expectations... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Hospitality](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-hospitality/): Loving Lord, who desires that all would be with you, thank you for your gathering of us all into your hall and for not judging us for our... - [A Collect of Praise for God's Inclusion of Us All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-for-god-s-inclusion-of-us-all/): God of all nations, who loves each part of his creation, we thank you for your invitations to all of us, whether or not we were worthy of... - [A Collect to Respect God's Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-god-s-justice/): Righteous Judge, in whose right hand is the scepter of justice, give us courage and strength to stand before the justice you enact, for... - [A Collect to Value Divine Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-divine-things/): God of the spiritual and material, ruler of all things seen and unseen, we find it easy to value those things that are here in front of... - [A Collect to Accept the Lord's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-the-lord-s-invitations/): Lord of all nations and king of all creation, forgive us when we ignore or reject the invitations you send us. Be gracious to us, and... - [A Collect for the Healing of our Souls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-healing-of-our-souls/): God of grace, who knows our hearts, help us to recognize what is going on in our own souls, that we would see the truth of ourselves and... - [A Collect to Produce Good Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-produce-good-fruit/): God of all creation, whose kingdom belongs to you alone and with which you can do what you please, nurture in us the seeds that will... - [A Collect to Embrace God's Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-god-s-values/): Merciful Lord, whose thoughts are not our thoughts, turn our eyes to the things that are most important to you and your ways, that we... - [A Collect to Be At Work in God's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-at-work-in-god-s-kingdom/): Lord Jesus Christ, who will come again in power, we know that you will appear at an hour we do not expect. Incline our hearts to long for... - [A Collect for Forgiveness and Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-and-mercy/): Almighty God, who rules over all that is, we have sought to steal that which is yours and take it for ourselves to spend on our own... - [A Collect for Compassion and Empathy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-and-empathy/): God of justice, who attends to even the fallen sparrow, forgive us for our brutality toward one another. Soften our hearts, that we would... - [A Collect to Bear Good Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-good-fruit/): Heavenly Father, source of all life and goodness, enrich us through our bond with you, that our lives would bear fruit of love and... - [A Collect to Live Up to Christ's Trust](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-up-to-christ-s-trust/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, whose majesty fills all creation, we are honored that you would call us friends and entrust us with all that... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Great Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-great-love/): Lord Jesus Christ, holy one of God, you laid down your life for us, for those you would call not merely creations or servants, but... - [A Collect to Love Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-well-1/): Heavenly Father, source of all goodness, teach us to love as you have loved us, that we would care for the world, provide for the needy,... - [A Collect for Joy Made Perfect through Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-made-perfect-through-love/): Loving Father, who reached down to your creatures to embrace us, may we be so enfolded by your love that our hearts would overflow with... - [A Collect to Desire to Keep Christ's Commandments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-to-keep-christ-s-commandments/): Lord and Savior, who showed us the greatest love, grant to us hearts that readily move to keep your commandments, that we would remain in... - [A Collect for Remaining in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-remaining-in-god-s-love/): Loving Lord, who created us out of your desire and joy, may we place ourselves before you without ceasing, that we would know and... - [A Collect for Following and Glorifying God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-following-and-glorifying-god/): Heavenly Father, ruler of all nature, may we, your humble servants, walk as you have walked, learning by following you and bearing the... - [A Collect for Receiving and Abiding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-receiving-and-abiding/): Father of lights, from whom flow all good things, give us perseverance to hold closely to you and to rely on your ways and your nature to... - [A Collect for Reminders to Remain Attached to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reminders-to-remain-attached-to-god/): Almighty Father, source of our being, draw us again and again with whispers and nudges to remain connected to you and to remember our... - [A Collect for Bearing Good Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-bearing-good-fruit/): Lord Jesus, source of our life and strength, live in us, and enable us to live in you, that we would bear fruit that is delightful to... - [A Collect to Remain in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus Christ, source of our strength and life, draw our hearts continually back to you, that we would find our lives in you and... - [A Collect for Enduring Struggles](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-enduring-struggles/): Almighty God, who acts in wisdom and compassion, let us not grow defeated or harried when we face struggles that you have allowed to... - [A Collect for Trust and Contentment in God's Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-and-contentment-in-god-s-provision/): Shepherd of all people, who gives food to every living thing, grant to us a deep trust in your provision and care, that we would... - [A Collect to Love Enough to Sacrifice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-enough-to-sacrifice/): Lord Jesus Christ, high priest and greatest sacrifice, fill our hearts with love as great as yours, that we, like you, would be willing... - [A Collect for Guidance in Helping Fulfil the Father's Mission](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-guidance-in-helping-fulfil-the-father-s-mission/): Gracious Father, who longs that none should perish but all would receive your gift of love, show us how to work with you to bring in... - [A Collect of Thanks for Being Known by Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-being-known-by-jesus/): Loving Lord, who shepherds us with care and love, we thank you for bringing us into your fold and knowing us as you have made yourself... - [A Collect to Care for Those in Our Charge](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-those-in-our-charge/): Lord Jesus, good shepherd of the sheep, instill in us hearts that truly care for one another and for those over whom you have placed us,... - [A Collect for Gratitude for Jesus' Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude-for-jesus-love/): Good Shepherd, who laid down your life for our sake, instill in us great awe and gratitude for your love and sacrifice on our behalf,... - [A Collect to Strengthen our Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-strengthen-our-faith/): Lord of all creation, who took on the our human nature yet diminished not your divinity, strengthen our faith in your name and power,... - [A Collect for Mercy when Rejecting God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-when-rejecting-god/): Lord Jesus, author of life, holy and righteous, have mercy on us who reject you and turn to our own plans for deliverance and prosperity.... - [A Collect for Understanding of the Scriptures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-understanding-of-the-scriptures/): Spirit of Christ, who dwells within us and speaks to our hearts, enlighten us to understand the scriptures, that we would not merely hear... - [A Collect for Those Needing a Sign](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-those-needing-a-sign/): Heavenly Father, who is patient your children, give us what we need to see and understand your plan and your ways, that we would not be... - [A Collect for Patience from God in our Slowness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-from-god-in-our-slowness/): Gracious Lord, who knows our weaknesses for you shared our nature, have patience with us when we are slow to understand and believe, and... - [A Collect for Grace When We Are Timid or Uncertain](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-grace-when-we-are-timid-or-uncertain/): Lord of creation and shepherd of us sheep, have patience with us when we are startled and uncertain when you call to us, for we struggle... - [A Collect for Faith When We Cannot See](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-when-we-cannot-see/): Invisible God, who hides himself from the world for our own good, strengthen our faith when you are difficult to find, that we would... - [A Collect for Restored Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-restored-faith/): Savior of our souls, who shared our weaknesses but clung always to the Father, strengthen us when our faith is weak. Show us the signs we... - [A Collect for Care in Grief and Sorrow](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-care-in-grief-and-sorrow/): Gentle Father, who knows our weaknesses and needs, care for us tenderly when our griefs and sorrows keep us from trusting in you and our... - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit/): Father of lights, in whom we live and move and have our being, may we receive the Holy Spirit you have sent and allow him to work in us,... - [A Collect for Embracing our Wounds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-embracing-our-wounds/): Lord of glory, who was before us and leads us in paths of righteousness, show us how to carry our wounds, as you carry yours, that they... - [A Collect for Reassurance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reassurance/): Glorified Savior, who shows yourself to those you love, bring peace to us who are uncertain, frightened, and unsteady, who do not... - [A Collect for Holy Saturday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-holy-saturday/): Holy Father, who lost your son to our faults, let us sit in silence and grief with you as you mourn the loss of your beloved and the need... - [A Collect for Good Friday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-good-friday/): Suffering servant, crushed for our iniquities, forgive us we beg, for it is our own sins that you bore upon the cruel cross, and it is... - [A Lenten Collect for Patience in Not Knowing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-patience-in-not-knowing/): God of all things, who knows the end from the beginning, grant to us patience when we do not understand, that we would trust your Spirit... - [A Lenten Collect for Calmed Anxieties](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-calmed-anxieties/): Almighty King, who rules over the earth with graciousness, we ofttimes succumb to the fears and dangers of this world. Calm our hearts... - [A Lenten Collect to Receive Christ without Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-receive-christ-without-fear/): Gentle one, who comes to us in humility and mercy, ease us away from our fear and defensiveness, that we might receive you and those you... - [A Lenten Collect to Praise Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-praise-jesus/): Anointed one, sent from the Father to rescue us in our need, may we be so overcome with joy and gratitude at your promise of salvation... - [A Lenten Collect for Courage in Suffering and Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-courage-in-suffering-and-humility/): Courageous and humble Lord, who allowed yourself to be lifted up in the most painful of ways, grant us courage as well to trod a path of... - [A Lenten Collect to Endure our Troubles](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-endure-our-troubles/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows the difficulties of this world, we often long to escape from the suffering and troubles of this life. Be... - [A Lenten Collect to Follow Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-follow-jesus-1/): Lord Jesus, shepherd of we who are your sheep, keep us fixed on you and where you are leading, that we would not be lost in our own ways... - [A Lenten Collect to Let Go of Inordinate Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-let-go-of-inordinate-attachments/): Spirit of God, who knows our hearts for you abide in them, show up where we are inordinately attached to the world, and give us strength... - [A Lenten Collect to Let Needful Things Die](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-let-needful-things-die/): Lord Jesus Christ, who went before us as our example, show us the things in us that must be discarded and die, that we would be... - [A Lenten Collect to Be in Community](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-in-community/): Holy Trinity, three in one, we, who are made in your image are incomplete without being like you, in community with one another. Stir in... - [A Lenten Collect to Ask](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-ask/): Humble Father, who stoops to hear the prayers of your children, keep us from missing what you offer and failing to connect with you for... - [A Lenten Collect to Come into the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-come-into-the-light/): Loving Lord, who desires that all would know the compassion and love you freely give, grant us the willingness to step out of hiding and... - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Hiding Our Faults](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-hiding-our-faults/): Gracious God, whose eyes miss nothing in this world, give us courage to cease from hiding our sins and weaknesses, fearful that we may be... - [A Lenten Collect for Our Loves to be Transformed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-our-loves-to-be-transformed/): Almighty Father, merciful to us who are broken in our loves, transform our hearts, that we would not be drawn to the broken, passing,... - [A Lenten Collect to Trust Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-jesus/): Almighty Jesus, lord of heaven and earth, we struggle to trust in you when our hearts are wrapped up in the things of this world. Help us... - [A Lenten Collect to Cease from Condemnation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-from-condemnation/): Forgiving Lord, who knows our fragile and broken natures, you did not condemn the world, though we deserve it, but you have worked to... - [A Lenten Collect to Receive the Love of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-receive-the-love-of-god/): God of grace and love, who gave of yourself for our sake, grant that we would receive the love you offer, that we would be filled with... - [A Lenten Collect to Look to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-look-to-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who was lifted up for our sakes, so move our hearts to look to you and trust in the power you have to save us, that we would... - [A Lenten Collect to Enter into God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-enter-into-god-s-ways/): Heavenly Father, whose ways are not like our ways, help us to detach from the worldly and sinful ways that we understand life to work,... - [A Lenten Collect to See Worth in All of God's Children](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-see-worth-in-all-of-god-s-children/): Creator of all things, who fashioned us for your pleasure but also that we might join in that joy, teach us truly to see the worth of the... - [A Lenten Collect to Rest and Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-rest-and-work/): Wise Father, who understands our frame for you created it, teach us the balance of work and rest, and let us neglect neither of them,... - [A Lenten Collect to Relinquish Our Idols](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-relinquish-our-idols/): Almighty God, who rescues those who are in bondage, search our hearts and reveal to us those gods and idols that we worship wrongly,... - [A Lenten Collect for Righting Injustices](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-righting-injustices/): Lord Jesus, who goes before us as our leader in righteousness, strengthen our hearts to fight against the wrongs and injustices of this... - [A Lenten Collect to Respect that which is Holy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-respect-that-which-is-holy/): Holy Father, who resides in pure and unapproachable light, keep us from profaning those things which you have set aside as holy, and do... - [A Lenten Collect of Forgiveness for our Greed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-of-forgiveness-for-our-greed/): Heavenly Father, who provides for your people, forgive our impulses to enrich ourselves through taking advantage of others. Drive from us... - [A Lenten Collect of Thanks for God's Faithfulness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-faithfulness/): Lord Almighty, God of Abraham, we thank you for the promise you made to our spiritual forefather to be our God and that you have remained... - [A Lenten Collect to Walk with God and Be Blameless](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-walk-with-god-and-be-blameless/): Lord Almighty, who covenants with your people, teach us to walk blamelessly on this earth as we connect with you and your ways, that in... - [A Lenten Collect to Go Where and When God Leads](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-go-where-and-when-god-leads/): God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who is not far from your people, you do not leave us to languish or retire from following you, but... - [A Lenten Collect to Understand the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-understand-the-lord/): Loving God, who is full of compassion and understanding, teach us to listen well to the voice of your Son, that our understanding would... - [A Lenten Collect to Listen and See](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-listen-and-see/): Holy Spirit, who speaks to us in a gentle voice, keep us from speaking and acting when you have invited us to see and listen, that we... - [A Lenten Collect to Be Transformed as Christ Was](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-transformed-as-christ-was/): King of Kings, who was transfigured on the mountain in the sight of your disciples, lead us in your ways, and give us the determination... - [A Lenten Collect to See Jesus in Glory](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-see-jesus-in-glory/): Glorious Lord, who appeared to your disciples in dazzling light, let us not forget your glory and holiness, the immenseness of your... - [A Lenten Collect to Hold to God's Nearness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-hold-to-god-s-nearness/): Father in Heaven, who is beyond us and yet near to us, our hearts are sometimes weak, and we struggle to believe the news that your... - [A Lenten Collect to Receive the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-receive-the-good-news/): Lord God of all, who is closer to us than our own breath, ready us to hear the good news you proclaim, that we would receive your kingdom... - [A Lenten Collect to Be Made Strong in the Wilderness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-made-strong-in-the-wilderness/): Jesus Christ, you who walked into the domain of the evil one and resisted his wiles, grant us the wisdom and strength to resist the... - [A Lenten Collect to Endure the Wildernesses](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-endure-the-wildernesses/): Spirit of God, who works within us for good, you sometimes move us toward places that are arid and difficult. Grant us endurance to... - [A Lenten Collect to Live as Jesus Did](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-live-as-jesus-did/): Father in Heaven, who looks down upon your creation with love, may we follow in the footsteps of your beloved son, who in humility and... - [A Collect for Being Receptive to the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-receptive-to-the-spirit/): Spirit of the Lord, who lit upon the Christ at his baptism, rest on us as you did our savior, and may our hearts be willing to receive... - [A Collect to Become Secure in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-secure-in-god-s-love/): Our Father in Heaven, who was and is and is to come, keep us from trusting too much in the esteem of others, and help us to turn our... - [A Collect Against Using the Spiritual for the Earthly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-against-using-the-spiritual-for-the-earthly/): Holy God, creator of heaven and earth, forgive us when we are tempted to use spiritual things for base and selfish ends. Show us where we... - [A Collect for Conviction of Selfish Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-conviction-of-selfish-good/): Holy Spirit, indwelling spirit of the Father, convict us when we are tempted to do things solely to make ourselves look good in others'... - [A Collect for Being Transformed in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-transformed-in-love/): Ever-present Lord, who will never leave or forsake us, you revealed to Peter, James, and John the glory of the Son on the mountain,... - [A Collect to Become Listeners](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-listeners/): Spirit of God, in whom we live and who lives in us, incline our hearts to stop and listen to you when we are afraid or at a loss in this... - [A Collect to Be Transfigured](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transfigured/): Holy God, pure brightness and light, transform us as your Son was transformed on the mountain, that we would be made holy and pure,... - [A Collect to Desire and Search for God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-and-search-for-god/): Mysterious God, who sometimes hides yourself from our sight, like the twelve you chose, instill in us a desire to hunt for you when you... - [A Collect to Make Time for the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-make-time-for-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, who moves in our hearts to draw us to you, make us receptive to your calls to make space and time to be with you, that we... - [A Collect for Vulnerability with Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-vulnerability-with-jesus/): Compassionate teacher, who is gentle with us in our weakness, give us courage and humility to admit our needs and weaknesses, the... - [A Collect for Gathering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gathering/): Spirit of God, breath of the divine, draw us - entire cities - into your presence, that we would be gathered together in expectation of... - [A Collect to Bring Our Requests to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-our-requests-to-god/): Father in Heaven, who loves to hear the prayers of your people, incline our hearts to turn to you in our needs, that we would ask for... - [A Collect for Jesus to Be Accepted by All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-be-accepted-by-all/): Christ Jesus, who loves the world and all those within it, may your name and your renown spread throughout creation, that all would grasp... - [A Collect to Remain Amazed by Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-amazed-by-christ/): Jesus Christ, savior of the world, you amazed the people of Israel as you taught and worked wonders among them. May we likewise be amazed... - [A Collect for Jesus' Healing Word](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-healing-word/): Lord Jesus, at whose word, there is cleansing and healing, speak your word over us, that our unclean hearts would be made pure, our... - [A Collect to Endure the Difficulty of Becoming Holy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-the-difficulty-of-becoming-holy/): Gracious Lord, whose words and touch are full of compassion, being made clean and holy is not always a smooth process. Give us courage to... - [A Collect to Wait for God's Blessings (on the Presentation of the Lord)](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-wait-for-god-s-blessings-on-the-presentation-of-the-lord/): Gracious Father, whose blessings are for all people, grant us the patience of Simeon, who waited for your appearing and was satisfied... - [A Collect to See Jesus Truly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-jesus-truly/): Lord Jesus of Nazareth, whom even the demons fear, open our eyes to see who you are and to be awed by your holiness even as we are... - [A Collect for Being Pricked by the Spirit's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-pricked-by-the-spirit-s-words/): Spirit of Christ, who lives and speaks to us now, keep our hearts from being hardened at your words, and open us up to what you are... - [A Collect to Be Free from Unnecessary Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-unnecessary-attachments/): Lord of the heavenly host, who calls us to something higher than we may see, keep us from being overly attached to the cares and troubles... - [A Collect to Follow Jesus' Calls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-jesus-calls/): Firstborn of all creation, who is crowned king of all that is, help us to see and hear your calling and to set aside the things that draw... - [A Collect to Respond to Christ's Calls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respond-to-christ-s-calls/): Lord Jesus, who calls each of us into relationship with you, incline our hearts to respond to your invitations and commands, that we... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Seeing of Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-seeing-of-our-hearts/): Heavenly Father, who attends to your children in great love, we praise you for seeing and knowing us and for tailoring your call to us to... - [A Collect to See Christ's Kingdom Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-christ-s-kingdom-present/): Lord of all, whose kingdom shall have no end, open our eyes to see your kingdom present and around us, that we would eschew... - [A Collect to Hear the Good News of Today](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-good-news-of-today/): Lord of heaven and earth, who proclaimed to Galilee and all Judea the good news, open our ears to hear the good news you proclaim now to... - [A Collect to Ascend the Ladder of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ascend-the-ladder-of-christ/): Lord Jesus, who alone is the bridge between heaven and earth, give us your grace that we might ascend to the Father's side through you,... - [A Collect for Attention to Christ's Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-attention-to-christ-s-works/): Lord Jesus Christ, who works miracles on behalf of those you love, may we be attentive to what you are doing in and around us, that we... - [A Collect for Awe at God's Actions Toward Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-awe-at-god-s-actions-toward-us/): Heavenly Father, whose power knows no boundaries, open our hearts that we would marvel at your knowledge and wisdom. May our hearts... - [A Collect to Find the Good in Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-the-good-in-our-hearts/): Almighty God, who sees into the hearts of us all, peer beneath our disappointment, our bitterness, our frustration, and our grief to find... - [A Collect to Recognize Christ in the Scriptures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-christ-in-the-scriptures/): Lord Christ, fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets, open our eyes to see the scriptures, that we would recognize you in them and... - [A Collect to Use Authority in Service to Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-authority-in-service-to-others/): Lord Jesus Christ, whose ways are upside down to the world, teach us to use whatever authority we have in service of others, that we... - [A Collect to Accept God's No](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-god-s-no/): Lord Jesus, source of all good gifts, teach us to be content when you cannot give us what we request and desire, that in denial, we might... - [A Collect to Find Hope in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-hope-in-struggle/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows our sorrows, let us not fall prey to the belief that we will escape trials and struggles, but let us... - [A Collect for Kindness in Our Overconfidence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-kindness-in-our-overconfidence/): Gracious Father, who understands our limitations and foolish hearts, be gentle with us when we do not know what we are asking for or what... - [A Collect to Work Beyond Distorted Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-work-beyond-distorted-desires/): Gracious Father, who sees all that we do not, be patient with us when we long for things that are not what we believe them to be, and... - [A Collect for Humility and Contentment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-contentment/): Lord Jesus, who is seated in glory and interceding on our behalf, you are gracious in your patience and understanding of our foolish... - [A Collect to Release Difficult People](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-release-difficult-people/): Father of many nations, by whom all people are made into one family, open us to know where our attachments to others are hindrances to... - [A Collect to Let Go of Harmful Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-go-of-harmful-attachments/): Lord Jesus, great teacher and master, let not our attachment to this world and our possessions hinder us from your kingdom, that we would... - [A Collect to Release our Unneeded Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-release-our-unneeded-attachments/): Spirit of the Father, who loves us from within our very hearts, we are attached to many things that do not bring us life and indeed keep... - [A Collect to Turn to the Lord for True Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-the-lord-for-true-life/): Good Teacher, who knows what is in our hearts, our hearts speak to us that following the rules and being good is not enough to find true... - [A Collect to Ask](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ask/): Lord Jesus Christ, good teacher and bearer of all wisdom, let us bring our questions and needs to you, that we would not become mired in... - [A Collect to Grow Young](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-young/): Holy Spirit, who abides in our hearts and speaks to us of the Father, teach us how to grow young again, that we would be capable of... - [A Collect for Wisdom to Comprehend the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-to-comprehend-the-kingdom/): Jesus Christ, anointed of the Holy Spirit, give us understanding, for we struggle to comprehend the nature of your kingdom. Open our... - [A Collect for Right Priorities](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-right-priorities/): Lord Jesus Christ, king of all nations, the priorities of our hearts are awry and are too often set on matters of power and control and... - [A Collect to Be Loving Even in Hardship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-loving-even-in-hardship/): Lord of heaven and earth, in whose likeness we are fashioned, teach us to care about one another, even at our worst, that we would not... - [A Collect to Live According to the Father's Design](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-according-to-the-father-s-design/): Lord of creation, in whose mind the pattern for all things has existed for all eternity, keep us from marring your design for creation... - [A Collect to Grow Beyond our Limitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-beyond-our-limitations/): Almighty God, who knows the weakness of our hearts, we thank you for your mercy and for understanding our limitations. Draw us... - [A Collect to Lead Others Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lead-others-well/): Lord Jesus, bearer of great compassion and mercy, forgive us for when we have led others astray whether by our ignorance or through... - [A Collect to Bless Those In Our Path](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-those-in-our-path/): Spirit of love and truth, who lives in us and speaks to our souls, instill in our hearts the compassion that you bear, that we would... - [A Collect to See the Fruit of Jesus' Name](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-fruit-of-jesus-name/): Lord of life, in whose name the spirits of evil tremble, urge us to step out in faith and to do good in your name, that we might see what... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Giving of Himself](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-giving-of-himself/): Living bread, who came from heaven to give yourself for our sake, we bow before you in humility and gratitude for your graciousness... - [A Collect to Find True Bread in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-true-bread-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus, bread of heaven, we too often feast on things that neither satisfy nor bring life. Give us your food and your drink, that we... - [A Collect for Increasing Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increasing-faith/): Lord of life, who defeated death and the grave, grant us faith to trust you more and more, that we would lean on you and your love and... - [A Collect to Be Taught by God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-taught-by-god/): Great Shepherd, who leads us to places of pasture and water, may our hearts be receptive to your teaching, that we would receive what you... - [A Collect to be Drawn to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-drawn-to-christ/): Almighty Father, who was and is and is to come, draw us to your beloved Son, whom you sent into the world to reconcile us to you. May our... - [A Collect to Receive Beyond our Understanding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-beyond-our-understanding/): Lord of heaven and earth, who is beyond our understanding, we come to you with limited frames for understanding you and your ways. Keep... - [A Collect to Look to Christ for Our Lives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-christ-for-our-lives/): Holy Messiah, who has come into the world for our redemption, let us look to you for the satisfaction of our souls, that we would not be... - [A Collect to See and Treasure God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-treasure-god-s-gifts/): Lord Jesus Christ, source of all good things, you have given grace upon grace to us, gifts that are for our good and the good of all your... - [A Collect for Unity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-unity/): Spirit of God, who lives in perfect unity with the Father and Son, teach us to move as one body in love, that we would live with one... - [A Collect to Be Satisfied by Bread of Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-satisfied-by-bread-of-life/): Lord Jesus Christ, bread of heaven, feed us with that which gives eternal life, that we would no longer be driven by hunger and desperate... - [A Collect for Gratitude for All Good Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude-for-all-good-gifts/): Heavenly Father, who owns the cattle on a thousand hills, let us not forget that you are the source of all good gifts, and that all... - [A Collect for Increased Trust](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increased-trust/): Almighty God, immortal, invisible, and King eternal, increase our trust in your Son and Spirit, whom you sent into the world, that our... - [A Collect to Eschew Things that Do Not Last](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-things-that-do-not-last/): God who was and is and is to come, we too often devote ourselves to things that do not last. Turn our eyes to things that endure and that... - [A Collect to Be Satisfied by True Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-satisfied-by-true-good/): God of provision, caretaker of your creation, we often seek you for your provision and not for yourself. Forgive us our shallow hearts... - [A Collect for Rescue from our Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-from-our-fear/): Lord of heaven and earth, at whose command the wind and waves obey, calm our fears by making your presence known, that we would not... - [A Collect for Patience in Our Limited Understanding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-our-limited-understanding/): Lord Jesus, humble king, be patient with us as we do not grasp your ways. Bear with our smallness that when we err, you would have mercy... - [A Collect for Our Offerings to be Multiplied](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-our-offerings-to-be-multiplied/): Lord of creation, who knows no limitations, we offer you so little. Multiply what we give in our smallness and finitude and make of it... - [A Collect for Being Found](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-found/): Good shepherd, who seeks out those who are outside of the fold, we are too often lost and straying, uncertain of ourselves and our world.... - [A Collect to Give Thanks for God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-thanks-for-god-s-gifts/): Jehovah Jirah, who provides for your people with great care, let us not forget to give you thanks for the gifts you have given, that we... - [A Collect to Offer Whatever We Can to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-offer-whatever-we-can-to-god/): God of the miraculous, who does great things with small offerings, let us not despise the little we have to offer you, but encourage us... - [A Collect to Accept God's Testing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-god-s-testing/): All-knowing Father, who sees into our hearts and knows our minds, test us and stretch us to draw us beyond ourselves, that we would... - [A Collect to Receive and Proclaim God's Peace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-and-proclaim-god-s-peace/): Lord Jesus, in whom we find life as it was intended, as you have proclaimed peace to us all, give us grace to receive that peace and to... - [A Collect for Reconciliation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reconciliation/): Lord Jesus Christ, the bridge between divine and created, teach us to break down the walls that separate us and keep us hostile to one... - [A Collect to Remember Our Adoption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-adoption/): Gracious Father, who has adopted us into your loving family, let us not forget your kindness in taking us into your arms through the... - [A Collect for Healing of Individuals and the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-of-individuals-and-the-world/): Compassionate Healer, even from the fringes of whose cloak flows power, have mercy on us who are broken and damaged, lashing out and... - [A Collect to Bring our Weaknesses to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-our-weaknesses-to-christ/): Lord Jesus Christ, who works miracles and brings healing to many, give us grace to bring to you our weaknesses, sicknesses, and... - [A Collect for the Lord's Shepherding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-lord-s-shepherding/): Great shepherd, who cares for your flock with wisdom and compassion, lead us out into the world, and teach us your wisdom, that we would... - [A Collect to Rest Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rest-well/): Rabbi and Master, who walked in our flesh and knows our limitations for you bore them, remind us to take rest and teach us to rest well,... - [A Collect of Praise for Our Adoption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-for-our-adoption/): Blessed Father, whose pleasure is greatest in the relationship with your people, we praise you for taking us in and adopting us as your... - [A Collect to Grow to Bless the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-to-bless-the-world/): Blessed Father, who rains down blessings upon all your creation, we are humbled and honored to be chosen by you. Give us grace to live... - [A Collect for Joy and a Sense of God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-and-a-sense-of-god-s-presence/): Almighty God, Lord of Heaven and Earth, turn our hearts to sense your presence with us, and when we feel you near, may we be filled with... - [A Collect of Praise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who resides in great glory and majesty, fill our hearts with such joy that we would sing and dance, proclaiming... - [A Collect to Not Discount Persecution](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-discount-persecution/): Lord Jesus Christ, our sun and shield, let us not expect that the world will accept the truth you proclaim through us, but even when we... - [A Collect of Praise at Jesus' Power and Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-at-jesus-power-and-wisdom/): All glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ, in whom is found all wisdom and power and authority. Show us your greatness, that we would fall down... - [A Collect to Be Amazed By God's Handiwork](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-amazed-by-god-s-handiwork/): Lord of all things, whose works are ever beautiful, open our eyes to see the miraculous that you accomplish around us always, that we... - [A Collect for Faith when Tempted to Despair](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-when-tempted-to-despair/): Blessed Jesus, anointed one and savior of all people, we are tempted at times to give in to futility and despair. Grant us greater faith... - [A Collect for Fear in Approaching God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-fear-in-approaching-god/): Merciful savior, whose compassion is beyond our understanding, we often expect that you will be angry with us for our sins and misdeeds.... - [A Collect to Speak the Whole Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-the-whole-truth/): All-knowing God, from whom nothing is hidden, let us not attempt to hide from you what you already know and keep secrets that you see... - [A Collect to Find Comfort in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-comfort-in-struggle/): Gracious Father, who knows the struggles of your people, let us not expect that we will go through this world without suffering and... - [A Collect for Trust in Christ's Healing and Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-christ-s-healing-and-work/): Great Physician, who heals our weaknesses and infirmities, grant us faith to believe in your power to heal us, that we would rest secure... - [A Collect for Courage in Asking](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-in-asking/): Compassionate one, who cares for all of your creation, give us courage to approach you and ask for our needs filled with confidence that... - [A Collect for Letting Go of Fallible Security](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-letting-go-of-fallible-security/): Almighty God, in whose hand alone is a certain future, give us strength to let go of the earthly and fallible things we cling to for our... - [A Collect for Protection from our Enemies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-from-our-enemies/): Lord God Almighty, shield of the weak and protector of your children, save us from those who would abuse, attack, and destroy us, that we... - [A Collect to Understand the Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-christ/): Teacher and Lord, who calmed the storm by your own power and authority, we confess that we do not fully grasp who you are. Draw us into... - [A Collect for Times in Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-times-in-fear/): Lord God, whose power is beyond our understanding, we are afraid at times, and we allow our fears to drive us in ways that move away from... - [A Collect to Not Expect Ease](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-expect-ease/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who is sovereign over all things, even your disciples who were with you physically yet experienced storm and... - [A Collect to Trust When God Seems Absent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-when-god-seems-absent/): Invisible God, who is ever-present yet not always seen, when we cannot find you and do not feel your presence, keep us from believing... - [A Collect to Find Peace in the Storm](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-peace-in-the-storm/): Almighty God, whose power is over all elements of the world, when we are caught in tempests and chaos, bring to our hearts the... - [A Collect to See Beyond the Surface](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-beyond-the-surface/): Almighty God, who sees all things and from whom nothing is hidden, grant us eyes that see beyond the surface and are not trusting of mere... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Friendship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-friendship/): Lord Jesus, who stoops down to call us friends, we thank you for confiding in us the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven. May we be... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-provision/): Gracious Father, who satisfies the needs of every living thing, we thank you for providing rest and shade for us who are needy. We lift... - [A Collect to Not Despite the Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-despite-the-small-things/): Almighty Father, who provides food for all living things, keep us from despising things that are seemingly small and insignificant, for... - [A Collect to be Ready for Harvest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-for-harvest/): Lord of the harvest, who send out your workers to gather the fruit, help us to be attentive to the work you are doing, that we might see... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Internal Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-internal-work/): Heavenly Father, sower of seeds of righteousness, increase our trust in your process, even though we do not always see or understand it,... - [A Collect for Perseverance in Trust of God's Promises](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-perseverance-in-trust-of-god-s-promises/): Ancient One, who was before all things and shall endure forever, grant us faith to trust in your promises, that you will not forsake us... - [A Collect for Humility and Awareness of our Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-awareness-of-our-pride/): King of all kings, judge of all people, your eyes are on the poor, the hungry, the outcast, and the lowly. Give us humble hearts that... - [A Collect to Not Grow Weary in Waiting](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-grow-weary-in-waiting/): Almighty God, who stands outside of the limitations of time, be gracious to us who are bound by the present but long for the future, and... - [A Collect for Humility and Honor](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-honor/): Almighty God, lord and master of all that was and is and shall be, let our hearts be humble, recognizing our true place and status, that... - [A Collect for Blessing and Being Blessed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-blessing-and-being-blessed/): Spirit of the living God, who fills us with your very presence, when we are made joyous by seeing you and your work in us, may it inspire... - [A Collect to be Moved by the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-moved-by-the-spirit/): Spirit of God, who is present and moving throughout the Earth, may we be so moved by your presence, attentive to what you are doing... - [A Collect for Greater Faith and Trust](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-greater-faith-and-trust/): Lord Jesus, Lamb of God, through you we have been saved, we are still being saved, and we will be saved. Increase our faith and trust,... - [A Collect to Understand Jesus' Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-jesus-ways/): Lord Jesus, our brother and teacher, you speak to us of things that seem alien and are difficult to understand. Be patient with us, and... - [A Collect to be Indwelled by the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-indwelled-by-the-spirit/): Spirit of comfort and power, whose ways are unseen and mysterious, you work in ways we do not understand and cannot fully grasp with our... - [A Collect to Be Born of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-born-of-the-spirit/): Lord Jesus Christ, heir of all creation, cause us to be born anew from your Spirit, that we might be able to enter into your kingdom and... - [A Collect to See the Kingdom of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-kingdom-of-heaven/): Great Teacher, whose wisdom is endless and whose mouth offers nothing but truth, you proclaimed that the kingdom of God is within our... - [A Collect for Mary's Visitation to Elizabeth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mary-s-visitation-to-elizabeth/): Almighty God, high and lifted above all powers, look with favor on we who are low and humble, that like your servant, Mary, we might... - [A Collect to Be Awed by God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-awed-by-god/): Almighty God, whose power has no limit, may we be awed by the acts you do in our midst, that we would be filled with the desire to come... - [A Collect of Praise That God Shares Truth with His Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-that-god-shares-truth-with-his-creation/): Lord Jesus, son of the Father and heir of all creation, we praise you for sharing with your people those things which are yours and which... - [A Collect for Openness to the Spirit's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-openness-to-the-spirit-s-words/): Holy Spirit, who speaks the truth of the Father into our hearts, open our ears that we would be able to hear what you are revealing to... - [A Collect of Thanks and Comfort in our Limitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-and-comfort-in-our-limitations/): Spirit of God, who moves in our hearts and knows us better than we know ourselves, we are grateful for your understanding of our... - [A Collect for Conviction of Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-conviction-of-sin/): Holy Spirit, breath of God, convict us of our sin and failure to live as you desire, that our hearts might be changed and we would turn... - [A Collect to Hold on to the Good in Hard Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-on-to-the-good-in-hard-times/): Lord Jesus, who comforts us in our struggles through the Holy Spirit, when circumstances are a struggle and we find ourselves... - [A Collect for the World to Hear the Spirit's Testimony](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-world-to-hear-the-spirit-s-testimony/): Holy Spirit of God, sent by the Father as advocate and witness, open our ears to hear your testimony of the Christ, that all the world... - [A Collect for Sanctification](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-sanctification/): Righteous Father, holy and mighty, sanctify us through your word and through the Holy Spirit whom you have sent to live within us, that... - [A Collect for Protection to Live as Jesus Lived](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-to-live-as-jesus-lived/): Heavenly Father, protector of those in need, shield us from those that would destroy, malign, and deceive us, that while we are here in... - [A Collect to Hear and Understand the Word of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-understand-the-word-of-god/): Father in heaven, who sent light into the world that we might receive that which we most need, help us to hear the words you have spoken... - [A Collect for Protection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-1/): Good Shepherd, who cares for us who have been adopted into your fold, you protected those who were in your care while you walked the... - [A Collect for Protection from Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-from-evil/): Almighty Father, shield to the defenseless and of all who seek you, protect us from the forces that would keep us from following and... - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Embrace of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christ-s-embrace-of-us/): Eternal Christ, savior of the world and lover of all humanity, we are humbled and grateful for your choosing of us, your embracing and... - [A Collect for Open Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-open-hearts/): Father in Heaven, who reveals the truth to your beloved children, open our hearts, that we might receive your word and know your name and... - [A Collect to Turn to God for Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-god-for-justice/): Holy Spirit, whose nature is love, peace, and self-control, help us to process our frustration and anger in a way that matches your... - [A Collect to Recognize the Difference of God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-difference-of-god-s-ways/): Almighty God, whose ways are not like our ways, let us not be disturbed when you do those things that we do not expect and what does not... - [A Collect to Care for All People](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-all-people/): Lord of all nations, whose love is not restricted to any group of people, open our hearts to care for all peoples as you do, that we... - [A Collect for Forgiveness for our Rejection of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-for-our-rejection-of-christ/): Lord Jesus, to whom we belong as your creations and children, forgive us for our failure to accept you and for the ways we reject and... - [A Collect to be Awed by the Spirit's Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-awed-by-the-spirit-s-wisdom/): Spirit of Truth, who knows the inner workings of all humanity and what we need to hear, may we be awed by the wisdom that you speak in... - [A Collect to be Moved to Remorse by the Word of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-moved-to-remorse-by-the-word-of-the-lord/): Holy Spirit, who abides within us as members of the body of Christ, may our hearts be pricked when we hear the word of the Lord, so that... - [A Collect to Know the Law of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-law-of-god/): Almighty God, who set before us precepts and laws for our good, may we be willing and even eager to know your law and your ways, that we... - [A Collect to Wait on the Spirit's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-wait-on-the-spirit-s-words/): Great teacher, who breathed life into well-worn words, the people waited in expectation for you to speak your wisdom. Set in us the... - [A Collect to Celebrate God's Favor in Deed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-celebrate-god-s-favor-in-deed/): Almighty Lord, who owns the cattle on every hill and every treasure hidden in the earth, give us hearts that celebrate your goodness and... - [A Collect for Working to Set Free Captives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-working-to-set-free-captives/): Lord Jesus Christ, who came to release those who are in bondage, keep us from hardening our hearts so that we cannot see the oppression... - [A Collect of Good News to the Poor](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-good-news-to-the-poor/): Son of Man, who grew in stature amidst struggle and lack, make our ears ring with your proclamation of good news to the poor, that our... - [A Collect to Believe Jesus' Words to be Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-jesus-words-to-be-life/): Great teacher, whose words are life to crushed spirits, may we be awed by your wisdom and gladdened by your teachings, that we would... - [A Collect to Bless Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-others/): Head of the church, from whom flows all life and goodness, place in our hearts a love that desires to bless many with the skills you have... - [A Collect for Devotion to Christ as Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-devotion-to-christ-as-lord/): Holy Spirit of God, who dwells in us to bring about a new and righteous life, our lips speak that which is birthed in our hearts. Stir in... - [A Collect to Eschew That Which Distracts from God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-that-which-distracts-from-god/): Spirit of the living God, who speaks to us in our hearts and through your mastery of creation, keep us from becoming overly attached to... - [A Collect to Desire Christ Above All Else](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-christ-above-all-else/): Lord Jesus, whose very presence is a blessing to your people, may our hearts desire you, the new wine that is better than all others yet... - [A Collect to Trust We Will Be Able to Do As Jesus Asks](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-we-will-be-able-to-do-as-jesus-asks/): Great teacher, whose wisdom exceeds all that we might come to know, keep us from fear that your commands to us will be complicated and... - [A Collect to Do Whatever Jesus Tells Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-whatever-jesus-tells-us/): Lord Jesus, teacher and master of us your servants, draw from our hearts any obstacles that prevent us from doing whatever it is that you... - [A Collect to Trust that All Shall Be Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-all-shall-be-well/): Rabbi, whose wisdom and care for us is greater than we can know, give to us the kind of trust in you that your mother had, that when... - [A Collect to be Reunited with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-reunited-with-god/): God of all the earth, from whom nothing is hidden and who sees every corner of creation, pull us out of our lostness and gather us to... - [A Collect to Believe in God's Love for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-in-god-s-love-for-us/): Holy One of Israel, who rescued your people from slavery and bondage, help us to believe in your love for us, that we would trust in your... - [A Collect to Pass Beyond Trial](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pass-beyond-trial/): Shield of the weak, who cares for his people with great love, be with us when we face trials of many kinds, that we would always have a... - [A Collect to Learn to Please the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-learn-to-please-the-father/): Brother Jesus, on whom the Holy Spirit descended like a dove at your baptism, teach us to live as you did on this earth, that the Father... - [A Collect to Separate Out That Which is Useless](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-separate-out-that-which-is-useless/): Lord of the harvest, who stands ready to separate what is good from what is useless, teach us to recognize the chaff in our own hearts... - [A Collect to be Baptized by the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-baptized-by-the-holy-spirit/): Son of Man, who came into the world you created, immerse us in your Holy Spirit, that we would be enveloped by your presence, surrounded... - [A Collect for Humility in Our Works for God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-in-our-works-for-god/): King of Heaven and Earth, whose power is beyond our understanding, keep us humble and dependent upon you in our life and work, that we... - [A Collect to be Trained by Jesus' Grace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-trained-by-jesus-grace/): Blessed Jesus, from whom we have received grace upon grace, may your grace train us to live joyfully within the law of Moses, that we... - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christ-s-compassion/): Light of the world, rejected by those you came to save, we are abundantly grateful for your compassion to us who have so often spurned... - [A Collect to Receive Jesus' Coming](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-jesus-coming/): Blessed Jesus, whose light shines in the darkness, help us to receive you as you come into our world, not merely once, but continually,... - [A Collect to Accept Jesus' Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-jesus-light/): Lord Jesus, by whose light we may see, we are blinded so often by the ways of this world and cannot and sometimes do not wish to see.... - [A Collect to Recognize God's True Witnesses](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-god-s-true-witnesses/): Loving God, whose nature is light and life, help us to recognize those whom you have sent as witnesses and ministers of you, that we... - [A Collect to Never Lose Hope](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-never-lose-hope/): Jehovah Shammah, who will never leave us or forsake us, keep us from being overwhelmed by anxiety and despair, and remind us of your... - [A Collect to Turn to Jesus for Real Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-jesus-for-real-life/): Light of the world, by whom we see all things truly, turn our hearts to you, that we might find real life and be satisfied with those... - [A Collect to Grow in Wisdom and Favor in the New Year](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-in-wisdom-and-favor-in-the-new-year/): Holy Spirit of God, our counselor and guide, teach us to grow as did our beloved Lord in this new year, that we might increase in wisdom... - [A Collect for Finding Joy Even in Uncertainty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-finding-joy-even-in-uncertainty/): Loving Father, who is patient and kind with his children, may we be so trusting of your ways that even when we do not understand what you... - [A Collect to Trust When We Do Not Understand](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-when-we-do-not-understand/): Great and all-knowing God, whose thoughts are far above our thoughts, strengthen our faith when we do not understand what you are saying... - [A Collect to Not be Anxious When God Seems Absent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-anxious-when-god-seems-absent/): Spirit of God, who like wind is not seen yet affects us all, when we cannot find you, let us not be troubled, but teach us to trust that... - [A Collect to Marvel at God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-marvel-at-god-s-ways/): Wise one, who understands the true nature of the universe and of our hearts, give us ears to hear your wisdom and to marvel at your ways,... - [A Collect to Become Wise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-wise/): Indwelling Spirit, who speaks to us to guide us on our way, incline our hearts to listen, to ask questions, and to seek understanding... - [A Collect of Thanks for Familiar Rituals](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-familiar-rituals/): God of all time, who created the order of all the universe, we thank you for the seasons and rituals that envelop our lives and provide... - [A Collect in Remembrance of Jesus' Birth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-remembrance-of-jesus-birth/): Savior and Lord, whose birth we remember today with great joy, calm our fears and bring us hope because of your coming, that we would be... - [A Christmas Eve Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-eve-collect/): Incarnate Savior, who came to us in the weakness and vulnerability of a child, there was no room for you in the world when you came, and... - [A Collect to Topple Those who Abuse their Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-topple-those-who-abuse-their-power/): Lord God of all, whose arm is mighty to save, bring down those who lord their wealth and power over the vulnerable and needy, and save... - [A Collect to Bring Low the Proud](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-low-the-proud/): Lord of Heaven and earth, for whom we wait for the fulfillment of this age, humble those who have lifted themselves above their neighbors... - [A Collect for Rescue from an Evil Age](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-from-an-evil-age/): Almighty God, who sees the struggles of your people, we wait for you to do great things for us in these difficult times, that we might be... - [A Collect of Blessing on the Forgotten](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-blessing-on-the-forgotten/): O Lord God on high, who does great things for his people, lift up those who are broken, outcast, or disdained by the world, that the... - [A Collect for Faith in God's Promises](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-god-s-promises/): Almighty God, who speaks forth into creation all that was and is and shall be, grant to us the faith to trust in the fulfillment of what... - [A Collect for Joy at the Indwelling Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-at-the-indwelling-spirit/): Spirit of God, who moves within our being, inspire us to joy at the awareness of your presence, that we would rejoice at your willingness... - [A Collect to Be Fruitful and Treasured by God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-fruitful-and-treasured-by-god/): Great Savior of humanity, in whose presence we are not worthy to even bow, we wait for the day of your return when all will be sorted... - [A Collect for Readiness for Jesus' Returning](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-readiness-for-jesus-returning/): Lord Jesus Christ, almighty son of the Most High, we wait for your returning with anticipation and trembling, knowing that it will be a... - [A Collect to See the Value in Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-value-in-others/): Loving God, who desired each one of us into being, give us eyes to see the people around us as you do and not merely as means to our own... - [A Collect to Bear Fruit of Righteousness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-fruit-of-righteousness/): Judge over all creation, who watches over the hearts and actions of all people, incline our hearts to bear fruit of righteousness and... - [A Collect for Dissatisfaction with Mere Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-dissatisfaction-with-mere-status/): Almighty God, judge of all people, do not let us trust in belonging to the right tribe or belief, but give us hearts that are satisfied... - [A Collect to Endure Being Purified](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-being-purified/): Lord Jesus, the refining fire of our souls, we long for your appearance, but give us strength to endure what will come about when you... - [A Collect to Prepare for the Lord's Appearance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prepare-for-the-lord-s-appearance/): Lord of hosts, the corner of whose garments fills the whole of our world, we await your coming. Give us ears to hear your... - [A Collect for Salvation from Our Troubles](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-salvation-from-our-troubles/): Gracious God, who knows our frailties and weaknesses, have mercy on us who live in a broken world and among broken and sinful people.... - [A Collect to Prepare our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prepare-our-hearts/): King of all nations, who rides forth on the wings of the clouds, may we devote ourselves to preparing your way as you enter into our... - [A Collect to Hear the Voice of the Wilderness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-voice-of-the-wilderness/): Spirit of Truth, who speaks to us in a gentle wind, give us ears to hear the voice of those speaking from the wilderness, and let not the... - [A Collect to Listen in the Wilderness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-listen-in-the-wilderness/): Breath of God, who blows through the world in quiet if we would but notice, give us courage to step into the wilderness and abide there... - [A Collect for Strength to Endure](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-endure/): Almighty God, who gives strength to endure the trials of this world, keep our eyes fixed on you, alert for your words and your actions,... - [A Collect to Eschew The Worries of This Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-the-worries-of-this-life/): Gracious Lord, who knows the weakness of our frames, keep us from those things that steal life from us and trap us in the things of this... - [A Collect for Faith in Christ's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-christ-s-words/): Lord Jesus Christ, was was and is and is to come, grant us faith to trust and hold on to your words, knowing that they are true and for... - [A Collect to Experience God's Presence in Darkness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-experience-god-s-presence-in-darkness/): Gracious Father, who is closer than our very breath, be near to us in times of trouble and darkness, and let us see and feel you in our... - [A Collect to Trust in God's Sanctification and Redemption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-god-s-sanctification-and-redemption/): Gracious Lord, who guides all creation along its course, when we endure distress and confusion around us, give us a firm place to stand... - [A Collect to Lift Our Eyes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lift-our-eyes/): Heavenly Father, shield to those who call on your name, lift our eyes toward you, that we would trust in you for our protection,... - [A Collect to Turn our Eyes to God in Distress](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-our-eyes-to-god-in-distress/): Almighty God, who watches over us from highest heaven, when we are distressed and confused, in fear of the state of the world and... - [A Collect to Run our World Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-run-our-world-well/): Almighty God, King above all other kings, open our hearts to grieve and lament now for how we have run our world and ruled our domains... - [A Collect for Gratitude Leading to Worship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude-leading-to-worship/): Ruler of all the earth, who was and is and is to come, fill our hearts with gratitude for your willing sacrifice on our behalf, that we... - [A Collect to Belong to the Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-belong-to-the-truth/): Son of Man, who came into this world to testify to the truth, may we hear and understand your voice, that we would belong to the truth... - [A Collect to Hear the Truth of Christ's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-truth-of-christ-s-kingdom/): Lord Jesus, king of heaven and earth, give us ears to hear the truth of your kingdom, that we would listen to your voice and be... - [A Collect to Learn Jesus' Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-learn-jesus-ways/): Jesus Christ, who is crowned king of a realm not of this world, we do not easily grasp your reign and your kingdom, for we are caught in... - [A Collect to Love Even Those who Betray Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-even-those-who-betray-us/): Lord Jesus, who was willingly betrayed by those who felt threatened by you, keep us from being betrayed by those we care for, but when it... - [A Collect for the Reign of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-reign-of-christ/): Jesus of Nazareth, who humbled himself for our sake and was exalted to the right hand of the Father, teach us to know what it means to... - [A Collect for Endurance to the End](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-endurance-to-the-end/): Spirit of the Lord, whose power works within us, give us strength to endure until the end, that we would not be crushed by the struggles... - [A Collect to Anticipate Trouble Yet Trust](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-anticipate-trouble-yet-trust/): God of heaven and earth, in whose hands is the whole of creation, keep us from trusting in the lie that we will never see calamity and... - [A Collect for Trust in Strife](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-strife/): God of all the earth, who watches over every nation and people, let not our trust in you be shaken when strife, trouble, and war erupt in... - [A Collect to Look to Jesus to Save](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus-to-save/): Lord Jesus, who has and is and will save us, we seek throughout our lives for saviors who will rescue us from many things, and we are... - [A Collect to Not be Led Astray](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-led-astray/): Great King of kings, who alone wields authority faithfully, give us wisdom to eschew those who would manipulate and lead us astray, that... - [A Collect to Hold to Eternal Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-to-eternal-things/): Holy Father, who was and is and is to come, keep us from relying on temporal things, that we would not fall into despair when they fail,... - [A Collect to Hold Loosely Even the Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-loosely-even-the-good/): God of all things, who stands outside of time itself, keep us from believing that our works are too holy to be brought to an end, that we... - [A Collect of Gratitude for God's Attention](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude-for-god-s-attention/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, whose power is beyond our comprehension, we are awed that you would stoop down to pay attention to us, for we... - [A Collect to See Our Own Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-own-hearts/): God of all things, who owns the cattle on a thousand hills, open our eyes to see how our spending reveals the truth of our hearts, that... - [A Collect to See People as God Sees](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-people-as-god-sees/): God of great humility, who sees the world so differently than we, help us to recognize people beyond their status and wealth and see them... - [A Collect to Escape Vanity and Glory](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-vanity-and-glory/): Lord Jesus Christ, who modeled for us humility and the security of knowing the Father's love, keep us from vanity and pride that might... - [A Collect to Escape the Enchanting Selfish](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-the-enchanting-selfish/): Spirit of wisdom, who knows the hearts of all people, teach us to recognize those whose hearts are duplicitous and who look first to... - [A Collect to Escape the Lure of Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-the-lure-of-status/): Lover of our souls, who does not despise us for our weaknesses, free us from the temptation to find our value in status and the esteem of... - [A Collect to Avoid Overentanglement with](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-overentanglement-with/): Great Teacher, whose wisdom is greater than all the scholars of the world, keep us from becoming entangled in rules and rituals and... - [A Collect to Be Marked Principally by Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-marked-principally-by-love/): Great Trinity of persons, whose nature is perfect love, let love be the foundation of our character as it is with you, that our lives... - [A Collect to Love the Lord Our God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-lord-our-god/): O Lord our God, who is above all, incline our hearts to love you with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, that we would value what... - [A Collect to Remember Those We Have Lost (All Souls Day)](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-those-we-have-lost-all-souls-day/): God of the living, into whose care all who believe will rest, we remember this day those who have gone before us, who we have lost and we... - [A Collect to Be One People (All Saint's Day)](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-one-people-all-saint-s-day/): O Lord God, who created heaven and earth and will create them anew, gather us together as one people under your reign as you have... - [A Collect to Seek What is First](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-what-is-first/): Pure Lord Jesus, whose heart desires only that which the Father desires, instill in us a will to seek always what is first and of... - [A Collect to Be Inspired to Follow](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-inspired-to-follow/): Son of Man, who longs for us to trust you, work in us those things that will inspire and uplift our hearts so that we would turn to... - [A Collect for Trust Making Us Whole](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-making-us-whole/): Almighty and Compassionate God, our hearts long in deep places to be made whole. Strengthen our faith, that as we present ourselves... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Invitation to Participate with Him](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-invitation-to-participate-with-him/): Great teacher, who calls us into relationship and growth, we thank you for inviting us into your work in us, that we would neither... - [A Collect to Throw Off Our Old Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-throw-off-our-old-life/): Good Shepherd, who invites us to come into his flock, give us such hope and joy in you that we would throw off all those things that are... - [A Collect for Persistence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-persistence/): Lord God of hosts, who was and is and is to come, keep us from losing heart, and give us persistence in seeking you out, that the world... - [A Collect to Hear the Invitations of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-invitations-of-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, in whom we live and move and have our being, give us ears to hear the invitations you give to us, that we would take heart,... - [A Collect for Remembering Jesus in Times of Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-remembering-jesus-in-times-of-trouble/): Lord Jesus, our source of help and comfort, give us courage to call to you in troubles, and let us not forget your presence with us, that... - [A Collect to Serve Others as Jesus Served](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-serve-others-as-jesus-served/): Lord Jesus Christ, who served us to the end, incline our hearts to give ourselves for the sake of others, that we would imitate you, our... - [A Collect to Love the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-lord/): Heavenly Father, who created all that is out of your great love, foster in us a love for you that matches even the smallest spark of your... - [A Collect to be Healed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-healed/): Lord Jesus Christ, our great physician who knows our frames for you created them, heal our diseases of body, mind, and heart, for we are... - [A Collect to Know Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-hearts/): Great Teacher, who knows the thoughts of our deepest hearts, reveal to us the deep thoughts of our hearts, that we would understand our... - [A Collect to Find Life in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-life-in-god/): Alpha and Omega, who was and is and is to come, open our hearts to know that thirst which we all bear and for which only you can satisfy,... - [A Collect to Be Made New](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-made-new/): King of Heaven, seated on the throne and lifted high above us, come and make us new. Regenerate in us our broken and sinful hearts, that... - [A Collect Requesting God to Come Quickly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-requesting-god-to-come-quickly/): Lord God Almighty, king of all creation, come quickly, Lord, and make your home among us, that the earth would be filled with your... - [A Collect to Reflect God's Love to the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-reflect-god-s-love-to-the-world/): Almighty God, who lives perpetually in glory, may you be glorified in the world by those who see us, your church, loving one another... - [A Collect to See Our Failure to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-failure-to-love/): Patient Father, who loves us even despite our sin, teach us to truly love one another. Open our eyes to see the ways that we bite and... - [A Collect to Love as Christ Loved](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-as-christ-loved/): Great teacher, who loved your disciples to the end, may love be the foundation of our relationships with one another, that our community... - [A Collect to Count as Glory All That Fosters God's Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-count-as-glory-all-that-fosters-god-s-will/): Anointed One, who looked upon your coming suffering as glory, give us grace to count as glory that which, even if it is difficult or... - [A Collect for an End to Divisions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-an-end-to-divisions/): Lamb of God, who inspires praise from all peoples and languages, bind us together as one, people from all nations and tribes and... - [A Collect to be One with the Father, Son, and Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-one-with-the-father-son-and-spirit/): Great Trinity, who was and is and is to come, enfold us into your perfect union, that as the Father is in the Son and the Son is in the... - [A Collect for Life and Union with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-and-union-with-god/): Almighty God, in whose hands are death and life, grant to us life eternal, the life that is being one with you as you are one with the... - [A Collect to Abide in Christ's Community](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-in-christ-s-community/): Great Shepherd, who tends the flock with care, keep us part of your community and a member of your fold, that we would be encouraged by... - [A Collect to Be Encouraged by God's Works Around Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-encouraged-by-god-s-works-around-us/): Anointed One, upon whom rested the Holy Spirit and the pleasure of the Father, help us to see the works that you are doing, that we might... - [A Collect to Soften Our Resistant Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-soften-our-resistant-hearts/): Patient God, who has spoken great truths into a deaf world, give us ears to hear what you are saying, for our hearts often resist what... - [A Collect to Accept When Suffering Comes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-when-suffering-comes/): Almighty One, who directs the steps of kings and paupers alike, let us not expect that our walk in this broken world would be always... - [A Collect for Courage to Obey the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-to-obey-the-lord/): Lord God, whose ways are not our ways, you at times ask of us things that are strange and awkward, and our hearts balk at your commands.... - [A Collect to See the Truth of Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-truth-of-ourselves/): Almighty God, who sees all things in the world and in our hearts, show us what is in our hearts and give us opportunities to see the... - [A Collect for Love that Grounds Service](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-love-that-grounds-service/): Risen Lord, who yet bears your wounds though now in glory, fill our hearts with love for you, that that love would form a foundation off... - [A Collect for Nourishment and Strength](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-nourishment-and-strength/): Blessed Lord Jesus, who multiplied the bread and fish to be enough for all, give to us the nourishment we need each day, both in the food... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Presence in the Mundane](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-presence-in-the-mundane/): Lord God Almighty, whose glory reaches beyond the heavens, you stoop low to participate with us in the mundane and the ordinary because... - [A Collect for Faith to Do the Absurd](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-to-do-the-absurd/): Lord Jesus Christ, who bends nature itself to your will, give us the faith and courage to obey your words, even when they seem absurd or... - [A Collect for God to Reveal Himself in our Doubts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-reveal-himself-in-our-doubts/): Lord of patience, who has suffered as we do and knows our weaknesses, have mercy on our unbelief for our hearts are weighed down with... - [A Collect for God's Patience When We Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-patience-when-we-struggle/): Gracious God, who empathizes with our weaknesses for you bore them in the person of Jesus, be patient with us when our faith is weak or... - [A Collect to Persevere in God's Call for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-persevere-in-god-s-call-for-us/): Risen Lord, who redeems even the wounds of your crucifixion, we receive the work that you have given us to do in the world. Give us... - [A Collect to Recognize the Lord's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-lord-s-presence/): Almighty God, who is present everywhere and from whom nothing is hidden, open our eyes to recognize you around us, that we would see... - [A Collect to be Enlightened and Understand Scripture](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-enlightened-and-understand-scripture/): Holy Spirit, the breath by which we breathe, enlighten our minds to understand the scriptures, that we would understand all that Moses,... - [A Collect to Endure Struggle and Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-struggle-and-suffering/): Lord Jesus Christ, who endured suffering and death before entering into glory, teach us to endure the struggles and pains of this world... - [A Collect for Companionship on the Journey](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-companionship-on-the-journey/): Resurrected Lord, whose glory must sometimes be hidden for our sake, come near to us when we carry grief and burdens and give us comfort... - [An Easter Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-easter-collect-1/): Lord of Life, who opened for us the gate to everlasting life, grant that we who celebrate the resurrection of your beloved Son Jesus... - [A Holy Saturday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-saturday-collect/): Humble Teacher, who gave yourself into the hands of both your enemies and those who love you, teach us to wait in stillness, as did you... - [A Maundy Thursday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-maundy-thursday-collect-1/): Lord of all creation, who knelt down to wash your disciples' feet, give us humble hearts, that we would serve one another in love... - [A Holy Week Collect for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-week-collect-for-forgiveness/): Beloved Jesus, who, knowing you would suffer, still went forward for our sake, we beg for your mercy for the times we have betrayed you... - [A Holy Week Collect for Courage to Die to Self](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-week-collect-for-courage-to-die-to-self/): Lord Jesus Christ, who set your face like flint toward Jerusalem, knowing that it was to your own suffering and death, we are afraid of... - [A Collect of Gratitude After Palm Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude-after-palm-sunday/): Jehovah Jirah, who has provided for all our needs, we give thanks to you for your endless love. Your goodness is beyond our... - [A Collect for Palm Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-palm-sunday/): Lord Jesus, most glorious of all human persons, the whole earth speaks to your power and the wonders that you do. Open our ears to hear... - [A Lenten Collect to Enter Into the New Thing God is Doing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-enter-into-the-new-thing-god-is-doing/): Lord God Almighty, who set the foundation of the world and created all things from your will, ready our hearts for the new thing that you... - [A Lenten Collect for Gratitude](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-gratitude/): O Lord God, who gives living water to those who are thirsty, make us a grateful people, who praise you for the sustenance you give, that... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Become Entrenched in Old Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-become-entrenched-in-old-ways/): Spirit of God, who guides us through wilderness, keep us from becoming entrenched in what was before, unable to grow and change and... - [A Lenten Collect to Request a Way Forward](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-request-a-way-forward/): Mighty Lord, who separated the waters that Israel might walk through the Red Sea, make clear a path for us in this age, and remove the... - [A Lenten Collect to Not be Quick to Judge](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-be-quick-to-judge/): Heavenly Father, who knows the thoughts and intentions of our hearts, let us not be quick to condemn others when they do what we... - [A Lenten Collect to Sacrifice for God's Honor](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-sacrifice-for-god-s-honor/): Anointed One, who was honored by many who love you, may we be willing to sacrifice much and spend much as we praise and honor you, that... - [A Lenten Collect to Celebrate Jesus' Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-celebrate-jesus-love/): Lord Jesus, you who raise the dead bring life and healing to broken people, do not let us lose the opportunities we have to celebrate you... - [A Lenten Collect for Compassion for All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-compassion-for-all/): Three in One, who lives in perpetual love and delight in one another, let not our desires for ourselves keep us from rejoicing in the... - [A Lenten Collect to Escape Jealousy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-escape-jealousy/): Compassionate Father, who celebrates the good deeds of your children, forgive us our anger when we grow frustrated when others receive... - [A Lenten Collect to Believe in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-believe-in-god-s-love/): Loving Father, who watches for our repentance with compassion and anticipation, may our hearts see you for the loving Father that you... - [A Lenten Collect to Confess When We Have Wronged](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-confess-when-we-have-wronged/): Gentle Lord, who knows the thoughts and intentions of our hearts, give us the courage to confess our sins and to admit when we have... - [A Lenten Collect to Come To Our Senses](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-come-to-our-senses/): Patient Father, who tarries with us longer than we deserve out of your great love, help us to come to ourselves when we have turned away... - [A Lenten Collect to Love those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-love-those-in-need/): Lord Jesus Christ, full of compassion and love, you welcomed those in need and offered yourself to those who asked of you, regardless of... - [A Lenten Collect to Keep from Judging Unjustly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-keep-from-judging-unjustly/): Oh Lord, merciful and forgiving, keep us from judging others and maligning them when we do not know their hearts. Let us not set... - [A Lenten Collect to Listen to God's Voice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-listen-to-god-s-voice/): Lord God, who speaks through Word, Spirit, and circumstance, we are so easily distracted and caught up in our own desire to voice our... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Waste Ourselves on Emptiness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-waste-ourselves-on-emptiness/): Jehovah Jirah, who provides for every living thing, open our eyes to recognize those things that we have devoted ourselves to yet do not... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Try the Lord's Patience](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-try-the-lord-s-patience/): Lord of creation, who oversees all that you have made, your patience is great, and your compassion tarries long, but let us not forget... - [A Lenten Collect for Nourishment to Produce Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-nourishment-to-produce-fruit/): Jesus Christ, our advocate and the gardener of our souls, give us the nourishment and environment we need that we would naturally produce... - [A Lenten Collect to Live Up to God's Design for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-live-up-to-god-s-design-for-us/): Lord of creation, who plants and tends all that he has made, help us to live up to our purpose and to accomplish that which we have been... - [A Lenten Collect to Trust in God's Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-in-god-s-mercy/): Heavenly Father, judge of all people, give us repentant hearts that we would not trust in our supposed goodness but lean on your mercy... - [A Lenten Collect to Escape Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-escape-pride/): Lord of all people, who knows the deep thoughts of our hearts, keep us from pride and the belief that we are superior to others, that we... - [A Lenten Collect to be Drawn by Jesus' Great Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-drawn-by-jesus-great-love/): Merciful Jesus, who gave himself to such great suffering on our behalf, we are humbled by your immense love for your people, we who have... - [A Lenten Collect to Hope in Christ's Returning](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-hope-in-christ-s-returning/): Lord Jesus Christ, who ascended in the heavens, we sometimes feel as if you have abandoned us here, and we are left alone. Kindle in us... - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Resisting the Lord's Care](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-resisting-the-lord-s-care/): Maternal Messiah, who brings comfort to those in need, forgive us when we resist you when your desire is to care for us and shield us... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Spurn the Lord's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-spurn-the-lord-s-invitations/): Patient Father, who tarries with your sinful children, how often we spurn and reject the invitations you send to us, enamored with our... - [A Lenten Collect to Set One's Face Like Flint](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-set-one-s-face-like-flint/): Lord Jesus, prophet, priest, and king, you set your face like flint toward your calling, even knowing the pain it would require. Give us... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Fear When Persecution Comes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-fear-when-persecution-comes/): Lord Jesus Christ, who lived ever in obedience to the Father, let us not fear those who threaten us and intend to harm us for our work in... - [A Lenten Collect to Expect Resistance to Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-expect-resistance-to-good/): Lord God, who sees into the hearts of all people, let us not be surprised when people oppose us for doing good, for they opposed you.... - [A Lenten Collect to Remember God's Presence in the Wilderness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-remember-god-s-presence-in-the-wilderness/): Lord God Almighty, who watches over all the happens in creation with great attention and care, let us not forget that we must endure... - [A Collect to Remain Aware of the Accuser's Challenges](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-aware-of-the-accuser-s-challenges/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows what it is to be tempted, let us not expect that temptations will cease, even as we resist them, for the... - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Empty Fame and Praise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-empty-fame-and-praise/): Lord Jesus Christ, who sought always to escape the masses even as you served them, keep us from the allure of fame and the praise of the... - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Seeking Glory and Authority](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-seeking-glory-and-authority/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows what it is to be tempted as you were also tempted in the wilderness, shield us from the lure of worldly... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Satisfy Merely Material Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-satisfy-merely-material-desires/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was tempted to satisfy his hunger in the wilderness, open our hearts to see our deepest needs, that we might not... - [A Lenten Collect to Go When Led Difficult Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-go-when-led-difficult-places/): Lord Jesus, who is filled by the Spirit because you are one with the Spirit, you were led into the wilderness to remain for forty days.... - [A Lenten Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Solidarity in Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-solidarity-in-temptation/): Lord Jesus, who was sensitive to the movements of the Holy Spirit on earth, we thank you for your willingness to be tempted as we are,... - [A Lenten Collect to Turn from Earthly Treasures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-turn-from-earthly-treasures/): Almighty God, who reserves for us treasures of greater value than we know, we repent of our attachment to money and fame and the esteem... - [A Lenten Collect to No Longer Need Mortal Recognition](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-no-longer-need-mortal-recognition/): Lord Jesus Christ, who's heart is ever devoted to the Father, we long for esteem and praise and the admiration of others, for our hearts... - [A Lenten Collect to Not Use the Spiritual for Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-use-the-spiritual-for-ourselves/): Lord God Almighty, who knows the hearts of us all, reveal to us those desires to use what is spiritual or righteous merely in order to... - [An Ash Wednesday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-ash-wednesday-collect-1/): Almighty God, judge of all people, give us hearts that are truly repentant of our many sins and our lack of love for you and for all you... - [A Collect to Talk with Jesus About His Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-talk-with-jesus-about-his-work/): Lord Jesus, who calls us both friends and disciples, we thank you for giving us the privilege of talking with you, and may we turn to you... - [A Collect to be Transformed into Glory](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transformed-into-glory/): Lord Jesus Christ, firstborn of creation and heir of the throne of heaven, as you were transformed into glory on the mountain, so... - [A Collect to Pray with Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-with-christ/): Lord Jesus, great teacher and source of wisdom, as you intercede for us before the throne of heaven, may we find ourselves with you and... - [A Collect to Use Money Generously](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-money-generously/): Lord God, friend to those who are willing to come to you, teach us to use our money to make friends, that when material things fail us,... - [A Collect to Be Generous in Spirit With All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-generous-in-spirit-with-all/): Gracious Father, who sees the good in us and seeks always to be generous, give us eyes to see the good in others and to seek their good,... - [A Collect to Be Loved Enough to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-loved-enough-to-love/): God of all good things, whose kindness flows over all creation, may our hearts be so filled with your love that we would love others with... - [A Collect to Love All Those God has Created](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-all-those-god-has-created/): Lord of heaven and earth, who sends rain on the evil as well as the good, keep us from loving only those who we deem worthy of our love,... - [A Collect for Detachment from This World's Goods](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-detachment-from-this-world-s-goods/): Lord of all creation, whose treasure stores are immeasurable, may our love and compassion for others be so great that it eclipses our... - [A Collect to Love Even Those Who Sin Against Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-even-those-who-sin-against-us/): Compassionate Father, who sees your sinful people still as children worthy of love, help us to see the world as you do, that we would not... - [A Collect to Escape the Desire for Praise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-the-desire-for-praise/): Lord God, who is the one who justifies us and has chosen all of us since before creation, help us to escape the desire for the esteem and... - [A Collect to Bless Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-those-in-need/): God of justice, who will bring about all things at the fulfillment of the ages, keep us from growing overly comfortable with ease and the... - [A Collect to Remember All Things Shall Pass](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-all-things-shall-pass/): Lord God Almighty, who stands outside of time, let us not be lulled into security or despair in our need, but help us to remember that... - [A Collect for Eschewing the Deceit of Wealth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-eschewing-the-deceit-of-wealth/): Lord of all nations, who sets aright a broken and inverted world, let not our hearts be fooled into trusting in money and resources for... - [A Collect to Understand Kingdom Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-kingdom-values/): High King of Heaven, who rules over all nature, teach us your ways, and give us hearts that understand the values of your kingdom, that... - [A Collect for Faith in Jesus' Wisdom and Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-jesus-wisdom-and-power/): Lord Jesus Christ, great teacher and worker of miracles, draw us to you with all eagerness and expectation, that we would trust in your... - [A Collect to Lament Our Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lament-our-sin/): O Spirit of truth, who knows the deep places of our hearts, help us to recognize our broken and sinful state and to lament the ruined... - [A Collect to Set Aside All That Entangles Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-all-that-entangles-us/): Spirit of God, who knows the thoughts of our hearts, search us and reveal to us those things that keep us from following you wholly, that... - [A Collect to be Available for God's New Call to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-available-for-god-s-new-call-to-us/): Lord Jesus, our great teacher and master, keep us flexible and humble, that we would be ready for those times when you call us to new... - [A Collect for Humility in the Face of God's Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-in-the-face-of-god-s-power/): Almighty One, who holds all of creation in your hands, give us humble hearts when we take in your works, that we would recognize our... - [A Collect to Take in God's Power and Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-in-god-s-power-and-goodness/): Almighty God, whom creation obeys immediately, and for whom nothing is impossible, may we be overwhelmed by your power and your goodness,... - [A Collect to Obey Despite Confusion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-despite-confusion/): Lord of all knowledge, who has seen the end from the beginning, give us the willingness to do what you ask of us, even when we do not... - [A Collect to Desire God's Word](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-god-s-word/): Lord Jesus, great teacher and the source of all true wisdom, make us hungry to hear your word and to know what you would have of us, that... - [A Collect to Not be Afraid](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-afraid/): Spirit of comfort, sent by the Father to draw us into the love of the Trinity, keep us from giving in to fear, but grant that we would... - [A Collect to Eschew Fighting Against God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-fighting-against-god/): Almighty One, who set the world in its place and defined the laws of the universe, help us to align ourselves with your will, lest we be... - [A Collect to Find Better Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-better-ways/): Great King of kings, commander of the hosts of heaven, open our eyes to see better ways of achieving our ends, that we might not destroy... - [A Collect to Recognize our Limits](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-limits/): King of kings, commander of the hosts of heaven, give us wisdom to see our limitations, that we would not demand of ourselves more than... - [A Collect to Recognize the Cost of Discipleship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-cost-of-discipleship/): Father in heaven, in whom is all wisdom, help us to recognize that there is a cost in following you and to be willing to accept that... - [A Collect to Resist the Lure of Ease](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-resist-the-lure-of-ease/): Steadfast Lord, who set your face like flint toward Jerusalem, we long for our lives to be easy and comfortable. Give us the will to... - [A Collect for Attachment to God First and Foremost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-attachment-to-god-first-and-foremost/): Lord of heaven and earth, king of all that ever was, is, and shall be, draw our hearts to you before all else, that nothing would entice... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-provision-1/): God of plenty, who satisfies the desires of all living creatures, give us trust in your care and provision, and keep us from unbounded... - [A Collect to Give to Those Who Cannot Repay](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-to-those-who-cannot-repay/): God of kindness and love, who reaches down to care for your children, teach us to give to those who cannot repay, that we might be like... - [A Collect to Do Good for Good's Sake](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-for-good-s-sake/): Lord Jesus, who is full to abundance with love for your people, help us to not merely do good with the expectation of being repaid, but... - [A Collect to Embrace the Paradox of Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-the-paradox-of-humility/): Lord of paradox, whose ways are not like our ways, teach us to embrace your seemingly upside-down kingdom, where those who are honored... - [A Collect for Security to Cast Off Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-security-to-cast-off-pride/): God of all things, in whom there is no fear or shame, grant us sufficient security that we would be able to forgo our status and cast off... - [A Collect to Escape a Fall Due to Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-a-fall-due-to-pride/): High king of heaven, who took on our low state, keep us from pride and the assumption of our importance and esteem, that we would not... - [A Collect to Desire the Stability of God's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-the-stability-of-god-s-kingdom/): Eternal God, who was and is and is to come, incline our hearts to rely upon your kingdom and your laws, that we would stand firmly on... - [A Collect to Be Attentive to Christ's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-attentive-to-christ-s-invitations/): Lord Jesus Christ, who speaks to us through your sacrifice of your great love, keep us ever mindful of your invitations, and keep our... - [A Collect to Desire Spiritual Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-spiritual-things/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, whose throne sits in the new Jerusalem for which we wait with eager anticipation, do not let us be satisfied... - [A Collect to Welcome the Good of the Sabbath](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-the-good-of-the-sabbath/): Lord of the sabbath, who delights in bringing rest and life to your people, teach us to see the sabbath as you do, that it would not be a... - [A Collect to Value Love Above Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-love-above-law/): Creator of all things, who loves all that you have made, keep us from hiding behind doing the right thing, but incline our hearts to... - [A Collect to Sing Praise at God's Healing and Rescue of](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-sing-praise-at-god-s-healing-and-rescue-of/): Lord Jesus Christ, who brings healing to your people, rescue us from our pains and suffering, and may the relief that you provide inspire... - [A Collect to Turn from Evil and Escape God's Judgement](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-evil-and-escape-god-s-judgement/): Great King above the heavens, who judges us for the evil that pours from our hearts, turn our hearts from sin and strife that we would... - [A Collect to Accept God's Discipline](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-god-s-discipline/): Righteous Judge, in whom there is no malice nor evil intent, give us grace to accept your judgements and to receive your discipline,... - [A Collect for Forgiveness for Spurning God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-for-spurning-god-s-gifts/): Lord of all the earth, who opens your hand to satisfy all our needs, forgive us for spurning the gifts that you have given and rebelling... - [A Collect to Recognize the Signs of What is to Come](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-signs-of-what-is-to-come/): Lord Jesus, who bears limitless wisdom, show us how to recognize the signs around us, that we would understand what is happening and what... - [A Collect to Remain One Even in Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-one-even-in-conflict/): Father of all creation, whose love knows no limitations, help us to remain one household even as we are divided amongst ourselves and to... - [A Collect to Be Prepared for Opposition to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-prepared-for-opposition-to-the-lord/): Ruler of heaven, who wars with the evil that plagues all creation, do not let us be surprised when your ways and your commands produce... - [A Collect to be Purified from Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-purified-from-sin/): Refining fire, who burns away the undesirable, purify our hearts that our sin and malice and self-centeredness might be destroyed and we... - [A Collect to Turn from Evil and Be Forgiven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-evil-and-be-forgiven/): Holy Lord, who is patient with us, but whose patience has an end, keep us from holding on to our sins and clinging to destructive and... - [A Collect to Cease Trusting in Religion Rather than God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-trusting-in-religion-rather-than-god/): Lord God of heaven, who reigns on high with justice, keep us from trusting in our religious beliefs and works as means of saving... - [A Collect to Be Prepared Even in Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-prepared-even-in-rest/): Lord Jesus, who knows our weariness and struggles for you bore our limited frame, we do not know when you will appear and call to us, so... - [A Collect to Not Miss the Spirit's Invitations and Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-miss-the-spirit-s-invitations-and-gifts/): Holy Spirit of God, whose comings and goings are known only to you, keep us alert for those moments when you appear to us, that we would... - [A Collect to be Ready for the Spirit's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-for-the-spirit-s-call/): Holy Spirit, who is ever at work in the world for your good pleasure, help us to be ready for when you appear, that we would be able to... - [A Collect to Find Delight in Kingdom Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-delight-in-kingdom-values/): Heavenly Father, who is endlessly happy and full of joy, draw our hearts toward treasures that cannot corrode or be taken from us, that... - [A Collect to Trust in Kingdom Realities](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-kingdom-realities/): Loving Father, who keeps watch over us like a shepherd with his flock, calm our fears and increase our trust in the worth of your... - [A Collect to See Our Divisions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-divisions/): Lord Jesus Christ, by whose sacrifice all are welcomed into the Kingdom of God, show us the walls that we put up to separate ourselves... - [A Collect to Know the Old Self to Put Off](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-old-self-to-put-off/): Spirit of God, who is at work in our hearts for your good purposes, reveal to us how we yet cling to old ways of being that are not... - [A Collect to Long for Heavenly Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-long-for-heavenly-things/): Christ Jesus, who is seated at the right hand of the Father, draw our hearts to long for those heavenly things which truly satisfy our... - [A Collect to Attach to Things that Last](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attach-to-things-that-last/): Lord of Heaven, whose nature is spirit and truth, teach us to attach to the things of heaven and to one another as the source of our... - [A Collect to Escape Self-Centeredness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-self-centeredness/): Almighty God, who created us to share in your joys, keep our hearts always open to the lives and needs of others, that we would escape... - [A Collect for Contentment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-2/): Loving Father, who is patient with our failings, teach us to be content, that we would not become fixed on possessions and money, but... - [A Collect to Eschew Using God for Our Own Ends](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-using-god-for-our-own-ends/): God of justice, whose ways are higher than our ways, keep us from attempting to use you in order to get what we want, to slake our meager... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-gifts/): Loving Father, who knows our needs better than we know our own, help us to trust the gifts that you give us, that we would receive... - [A Collect for Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-provision-1/): Generous God, who owns the cattle on a thousand hills, open your hand and satisfy our needs, that we would see your provision and... - [A Collect for Boldness in Prayer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-boldness-in-prayer/): Lord Jesus, our friend and mentor, give us boldness as we come to you and as we stand before the throne of the Almighty, that we would... - [A Collect Asking for Protection from Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-protection-from-difficulty/): Gracious Jesus, who understands our frailty for you bore it yourself, keep us from temptation and struggle, for we are weak and prone to... - [A Collect to Be Ready to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-to-forgive/): Generous Father, who is ready to forgive those who turn to you in repentance, give us hearts that are likewise ready to forgive, that... - [A Collect for God's Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-provision/): Great King, who possesses all things and in whom there is no need, open your hands and provide for us who are limited and in need of... - [A Collect for God's Name to be Praised by All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-name-to-be-praised-by-all/): Almighty Father, who is worthy of all praise and worship, may the whole earth come to honor your name, that all creation would enter into... - [A Collect to Value People over Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-people-over-law/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who desires good for your children, keep us from taking away what is healthy and nurturing and good from those... - [A Collect to Focus on Only What We Are Called to](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-focus-on-only-what-we-are-called-to/): God of wisdom, who knows the end from the beginning, teach us to concern ourselves only with what we can and must do, that we would not... - [A Collect to Respect our Limited Frames](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-our-limited-frames/): Heavenly Father, who sees and attends to all things at once, help us to respect our limitations, that we would not become overwhelmed by... - [A Collect to Love Even When Overwhelmed by Our Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-even-when-overwhelmed-by-our-needs/): Loving Father, who has compassion and empathy for our frustrations, keep us from making demands of others when we are overwhelmed, but... - [A Collect to Escape Burnout](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-burnout/): Lord God, who created our frames and knows what we are capable of, teach us to know our limits, that we would not work until we are... - [A Collect for Humility to Learn from Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-to-learn-from-jesus/): Wise and knowledgeable Jesus, whose words are life and health, grant us humility to sit at your feet and learn from you, that we would... - [A Collect for Receiving Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-receiving-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who stepped out of eternity and into our world, we welcome you into our gatherings, our homes, and our hearts. Ready us to... - [A Collect to be Known for our Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-known-for-our-love/): High King of Heaven, whose name will be exalted by all creation, help us to live lives that are marked by your nature and character, that... - [A Collect to Love All our Neighbors](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-all-our-neighbors/): Loving God, who cares for your creation like a gentle shepherd cares for a flock, give us hearts that bear compassion and love for all... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus Paying for Our Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-paying-for-our-healing/): Lord Jesus, whose love is beyond our understanding, we are grateful for your generosity toward us, that you have paid what is necessary... - [A Collect to Eschew Self-Justification](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-self-justification/): Great teacher, who holds the wisdom of all creation, keep us from seeking to justify ourselves, but help us to look to you for our... - [A Collect to Not Forget God's Gifts to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-forget-god-s-gifts-to-us/): Almighty God, by whose power we live and move and have our being, keep us from arrogance and assuming that our successes and abilities... - [A Collect for Courage and Trust in God's Protection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-and-trust-in-god-s-protection/): Lord Jesus Christ, by whose authority we are ambassadors to the world, grant us faith to trust in your protection, that even as we fear... - [A Collect to Remember and Preach the Nearness of the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-and-preach-the-nearness-of-the-kingdom/): King of glory, whose reign is one of power and love and authority, remind us that your kingdom is near to us, and inspire us also to... - [A Collect to Not Despair When Others Reject the Gospel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-despair-when-others-reject-the-gospel/): Lord Jesus, who speaks what the Father directs you to say to the world, keep us from feeling hurt and dejected when the world rejects us... - [A Collect to Free Ourselves from Earthly Cares](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-free-ourselves-from-earthly-cares/): God of provision, who satisfies the desires of all living things, free us from the worries and cares of this world, that we would be free... - [A Collect to Remain Innocent in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-innocent-in-the-world/): Wise Father, shield to those who serve you, protect us from those who would harm us, and keep us from becoming like them, that we would... - [A Collect to Reap the Lord's Harvest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-reap-the-lord-s-harvest/): Lord of the harvest, by whose hand the tiniest seed grows great and fruitful, give us eyes to see the fields ready for harvest, and make... - [A Collect to Respect Our Limitations and Differences](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-our-limitations-and-differences/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows the thoughts and needs of our hearts, help us to discern what is needful for our individual growth and... - [A Collect to Release Attachments to Worldly Kingdoms](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-release-attachments-to-worldly-kingdoms/): High King of Heaven, who rules in wisdom for the good of your people, help us to free ourselves from attachments to things that are not... - [A Collect to Obey the Lord's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-the-lord-s-call/): Lord Jesus Christ, who knows the thoughts of our hearts, forgive us when we run from your call, and give us courage to follow, that we... - [A Collect to See Our Limits](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-limits/): Gentle shepherd, who knows the truth of our hearts even when we do not, help us to recognize when we are too eager or do not know our own... - [A Collect to be Slow to Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-slow-to-anger/): Almighty God, who commands the forces of nature at your whim, let us not be quick to condemn or to enact wrath and vengeance on others,... - [A Collect to Not Turn Reject Jesus and His Call to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-turn-reject-jesus-and-his-call-to-us/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, whose ways are not our ways, keep us from turning you away, and let not our hearts be pointed away from your... - [A Collect to Press On Even in the Face of Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-press-on-even-in-the-face-of-suffering/): Lord Jesus, who went steadfastly toward the cross, give us courage to move forward, even when it must result in suffering, that our fear... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Respect of Our Choices](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-respect-of-our-choices/): Gracious Lord, who is gentle with our weaknesses and fears, we thank you for respecting our choices and allowing us to choose for... - [A Collect for Courage When We Fear God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-courage-when-we-fear-god/): Almighty God, who deals gently with your needy children, let not our fear of you cause us to send you away, but grant us courage to stand... - [A Collect to See and Share God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-share-god-s-goodness/): Jehovah Jirah, who acts on behalf of your people to bring about good, help us to see the good works that you are doing around us, and... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Transforming Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-transforming-work/): Lord Jesus Christ, who works miracles and brings about healing for the sick and in need, help us to trust in the goodness of what you are... - [A Collect to be Free from Sin's Insanity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-sin-s-insanity/): Lord Jesus Christ, whom all creation must in time obey and submit, free us from the madness that sin has seeded in our hearts, that we... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Notice and Love of Each of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-notice-and-love-of-each-of-us/): Almighty God, who rules all creation from your throne in heaven, we thank you for reaching down to know us, to ask each of us our name as... - [A Collect to Trust God's Working in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-s-working-in-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, by whose command all things were made, help us to trust in the cleansing work that you are doing in us, that we would... - [A Collect for Hope through God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hope-through-god-s-love/): Holy Spirit, gift of the Father who abides in us, strengthen our hope, that our hearts would be lifted up and carried by the love that... - [A Collect for Hope](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hope/): Lord Jesus, who suffered greatly for our sake in taking our sins and separation from the Father, let our sufferings turn into hope, that... - [A Collect to Hope in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hope-in-suffering/): God of wisdom, who understands what is necessary for your children and sympathizes with our struggles, give us vision to see beyond our... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Grace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-grace/): God Almighty, who alone bears the authority to judge the nations, we are humbled by the grace you grant us, the favor that you give,... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Mercy and Offer of Reconciliation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-mercy-and-offer-of-reconciliation/): Almighty God, who bears power beyond our understanding, enough to destroy us with but a thought, we thank you for your mercy and your... - [A Collect Asking for Wisdom and Knowledge](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-wisdom-and-knowledge/): Spirit of truth, who knows the mind of the Father and creator of all things, give us the wisdom and knowledge we need, that we would be... - [A Collect for Peace in Anxiety and Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-in-anxiety-and-fear/): Steadfast Jesus, our place of refuge and security, help us to receive the peace that you offer, that we who are troubled by the things of... - [A Collect to Be Reminded of Christ's Teaching](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-reminded-of-christ-s-teaching/): Breath of God, our advocate before the Father, give us ears to hear what you are speaking in our hearts, that we would remember Jesus'... - [A Collect to Love the Lord in Increasing Measure](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-lord-in-increasing-measure/): Gentle Lord, who is patient and generous with us who do not deserve your care, help us to love you more and more, that we could not help... - [A Collect for Trust in God to Do His Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-to-do-his-works-1/): Spirit of God, sent by the Father to abide in the hearts of those who believe in the name of Jesus, grant us trust in you and power to... - [A Collect to Increase Our Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-increase-our-faith/): Great teacher, who is one with the Father and speaks the Father's words to those who follow you, increase our faith. Draw our eyes to the... - [A Collect for Pentecost to Receive the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-pentecost-to-receive-the-spirit/): Spirit of the Almighty, who is fire and wind and breath, fill us as you filled those who waited for your appearing, that we would be as... - [A Collect to See a Vision of the Kingdom of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-a-vision-of-the-kingdom-of-god/): Father of glory, keeper of all wisdom and revelation, enlighten our hearts as we come to know you, that we may see and embrace the vision... - [A Collect for Being Known for our Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-being-known-for-our-goodness/): Loving Father, whose name will one day fill the earth as water fills the seas, guide us toward increasing goodness, and set our feet in... - [A Collect to Ask for Wonderous Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ask-for-wonderous-things/): Almighty God, who does miraculous things for your people, show us things both great and small that fill our hearts with joy, that we... - [A Collect Asking for Christ's Blessing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-christ-s-blessing/): Lord Jesus, gentle teacher and shepherd to us who need your guidance, grant to us your blessing, and let us receive it deep within our... - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Message of Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christ-s-message-of-forgiveness/): Suffering Messiah, who was willing to endure brutal treatment for our sake, thank you for sending out your message of forgiveness and... - [A Collect to Understand the Word of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-word-of-god/): God of all knowledge, author of all creation and the one from whom nothing can be hid, open our minds and hearts to understand your word,... - [A Collect to Desire the Wisdom of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-the-wisdom-of-god/): God of wisdom, who has known the end from the beginning, thank you speaking to us and for giving us all that is written to teach and... - [A Collect to Celebrate with One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-celebrate-with-one-another/): Joyous Trinity, who rejoices with one another continually, grant that we would be able to rejoice in one another, even when we suffer... - [A Collect for Peace in Anxious Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-in-anxious-times/): Holy Spirit, breath of God present in our souls, bring peace to our strained and anxious hearts. Bring us comfort and strengthen our... - [A Collect to Hear the Holy Spirit Within](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-holy-spirit-within/): Spirit of God, advocate for our souls, open our ears to hear you teaching us deep within our hearts, that we would grow wise and... - [A Collect to Desire Christ Ever More](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-christ-ever-more/): Lord Jesus Christ, who speaks the word of the Father, forgive us for our failures to keep your words, but teach us to use those failings... - [An Advent Collect for Those who are in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-advent-collect-for-those-who-are-in-need/): Lord Jesus, who is even now preparing a place for us, come soon, gracious shepherd, and take from us our burdens and struggles. Bring... - [A Collect for Blessing on Those who Lead Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-blessing-on-those-who-lead-us/): Lord God of hosts, king of all creation, bless your servants, those whom you have set as leaders over us, that they would have the... - [A Collect Asking for God to Show Himself](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-god-to-show-himself/): O God, whose glory is beyond our understanding, show yourself to your people, that we would enjoy your presence and be restored,... - [A Collect to Know Jesus Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-jesus-present/): Emmanuel, you who took on our feeble frames, be with us as we navigate this world, that we might not be alone or abandoned, but would... - [A Collect to be Freed from the Compulsions of our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-freed-from-the-compulsions-of-our-sins/): Lord Jesus, who knows our vulnerability for you took it upon you, free us from the sins that drive us and compel us to act in ways that... - [A Collect for Rest, Comfort, and Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rest-comfort-and-joy/): O Lord our God, who rescues the needy from trouble, gather us into your arms, we who are weary and troubled by the struggles of this age,... - [A Collect to Find Our Way](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-our-way/): Bright Morning Star, who shines through the darkness, give us direction and guidance that we might not become lost or lose our way but... - [A Collect for Fear or Anxiety](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-fear-or-anxiety/): Mighty God, who defends those you love, ease our fears and reassure our timid hearts that you will save and that all shall be well when... - [A Collect to See the Wonders of Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-wonders-of-creation/): Lord God, who creates wonders on earth that we might enjoy, open our eyes to see your glory, the majesty that your creation puts on... - [A Collect for Life in Dry Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-in-dry-places/): God of life and refreshment, who causes deserts to blossom with joy, bring water to the arid places in our lives, that we might find new... - [A Collect for Healing and Relief](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-and-relief/): God of life and light, whose delight is your children fully alive, bring healing to those who are broken and relief to those who are in... - [A Collect to See What God is Already Doing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-god-is-already-doing/): Lord Jesus, anointed one upon whom the power of God rests, open our eyes to see and hear what you are already doing in the world, that... - [A Collect for Justice for the Needy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice-for-the-needy/): Lord Jesus Christ, on whom the Spirit of God rests, bring justice and equity to those in need, to those who have no voice to speak for... - [A Collect to Not Trust in Religion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-trust-in-religion/): Almighty God, who can raise up a people from the very stones of the earth, keep us from trusting in religion for our righteousness and... - [A Collect to Turn to God Rightly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-god-rightly/): Gracious God, who knows our deep thoughts and intentions, when we turn to you, may it be with sincere hearts, that we would truly seek to... - [A Collect Asking for Cleansing and Purity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-cleansing-and-purity/): Holy Father, whose nature is pure and good and true, give us hearts that desire that same purity and holiness, that we would confess our... - [A Collect to Prepare for God's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prepare-for-god-s-return/): Lord Jesus Christ, who will return to us to set all things right, give us wisdom to know how to prepare for your coming and the will to... - [A Collect to Repent and Turn to the Kingdom of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-repent-and-turn-to-the-kingdom-of-heaven/): King of heaven and earth, whose reign is love and peace, call us to turn from the laws and customs of our broken and hurtful kingdoms and... - [A Collect to Resist Senseless Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-resist-senseless-sin/): Great teacher, who was tempted as we are yet did not give in to sin, keep us from being overwhelmed by our base impulses and satisfying... - [A Collect to Find Protection in the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-protection-in-the-light/): Heavenly Father, whose wisdom far exceeds our own, help us to wrap visibility and vulnerability around us as armor, that we would... - [A Collect to Turn Away from Deeds of Darkness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-away-from-deeds-of-darkness/): Lord God of truth, whose nature is light and revelation, draw our hearts away from those works that are done in darkness and away from... - [A Collect to Become Awake](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-awake/): Holy Spirit, counselor, guide, and you who are closest to our very souls, wake us from our sleep, and enliven those parts of our hearts... - [A Collect to be Ready when Jesus Calls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-when-jesus-calls/): Son of Man, who told us of your returning, help us make ourselves ready and prepared for when you call on us, that we could act as your... - [A Collect to Remain True until the Lord's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-true-until-the-lord-s-return/): Lord Jesus, who has gone to prepare a place for us, give us patience and strength to live well until your return, that we would maintain... - [A Collect to Be Content Not Knowing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-content-not-knowing/): God of all knowledge and wisdom, who knows the deep secrets of the world for you crafted them, help us to be content with not knowing all... - [A Collect to Desire to Enter into Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-to-enter-into-light/): God of light and life, whose kingdom rules with forgiveness and love, change our hearts to long to leave the darkness and to enter into... - [A Collect for Patience to Endure and to Bless](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-to-endure-and-to-bless/): Lord God, who has bestowed to those he loves an inheritance of light, grant us strength to be patient, that we might endure the struggles... - [A Collect to Look to Jesus for Righteousness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus-for-righteousness/): Lord Jesus, heir of the throne of Judah and of all creation, call us to look to you for our righteousness, and may we seek out the... - [A Collect for Good Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-good-leaders/): High King of Heaven, under whom all rulers execute authority, raise up for us leaders who will serve the people well, that they would not... - [A Collect for Return After Punishment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-return-after-punishment/): Great Shepherd, who wields both rod and staff for our good, let not the punishments for our wrongs be lengthy, but draw us back into your... - [A Collect for Protection from Evil Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-from-evil-leaders/): Lord God of hosts, whose authority stretches throughout all creation, shield us from leaders who deceive and manipulate and devour the... - [A Collect for Joy in Doing Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-in-doing-good/): Heavenly Father, whose joy at doing good never flags, encourage our hearts day by day that we would never grow weary of doing good. Grant... - [A Collect for Times of Conflict with Those We Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-times-of-conflict-with-those-we-love/): Lord Jesus, who was betrayed and assailed by those you love and came to save, let us not be surprised when we are likewise hated by those... - [A Collect to Trust in the Spirit's Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-the-spirit-s-wisdom/): Spirit of wisdom, by whom is all understanding for living, help us to trust that you will provide for us what we need at the appropriate... - [A Collect to Honor Jesus in Persecution](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-jesus-in-persecution/): Lord Jesus, who was persecuted by those you came to save, let us not be surprised if we are also persecuted when we follow in your... - [A Collect to Not Be Surprised by Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-surprised-by-trouble/): Lord of the heavenly host, whose power is greater than all we conceive of on earth, let us not be surprised by the troubles of this... - [A Collect to Escape False Teaching](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-false-teaching/): God of wisdom, in whom is all knowledge and insight, keep us from being manipulated by false teachers and those who distort the truth.... - [A Collect to Hold This World Lightly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-this-world-lightly/): Eternal God, who alone is unchangeable, teach us to hold lightly the things of this world, that when they crumble or are lost to the... - [A Collect to Take Courage in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-courage-in-god/): Lord of hosts, at whose command the earth moves in order to do your will, let us find our courage in your presence with us, that we might... - [A Collect to Escape Spiritual Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-spiritual-pride/): Lord God of glory, who humbled yourself by taking the nature of a servant, keep us from taking pride in our spiritual accomplishments and... - [A Collect for Strength to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-do-good/): Loving Father, who has comforted us through your grace, strengthen our hearts, and turn them toward your ways that we would be able to do... - [A Collect for Comfort and Hope](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort-and-hope/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has loved us with eternal grace, give us comfort and hope that will not be crushed by the struggles of this world,... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Choosing of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-choosing-of-us/): Loving God, who cherishes each element of your creation, we thank you for choosing us, for setting us apart as particularly beloved. Help... - [A Collect to not Exalt Our Desires Above All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-exalt-our-desires-above-all/): High King of Heaven, who is ruler above all, keep us from exalting ourselves above every person and authority, making our desires and... - [A Collect for Stability Against Anxious Rumor and Thoughts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-stability-against-anxious-rumor-and-thoughts/): Indwelling Spirit, seal of the renewal of our hearts, keep us from being troubled and shaken by rumors, deceit, and manipulation through... - [A Collect for the Spirit's Empowerment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-spirit-s-empowerment/): Spirit of God, by whom we take our very breath, we are weak and frail, struggling to carry out our good desires and trapped by vice and... - [A Collect to Remain Attached to God Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-attached-to-god-always/): Faithful Lord, who never changes due to circumstance, keep us steadfastly attached to you in all that we encounter, that despite struggle... - [A Collect to Love the Unlovely](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-unlovely/): Loving God, whose judgements are righteous but filled with mercy, keep us from dismissing and disparaging others because of their sin and... - [A Collect to be Transformed by the Love of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transformed-by-the-love-of-jesus/): Lord Jesus, whose compassion and kindness have no limit, come into our homes and our lives that we would be transformed by the love you... - [A Collect for All Saints Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-all-saints-day-1/): Almighty God, who has empowered those who have gone before us, may our hearts be lifted up by the memory of our forebears, those... - [A Collect to Abide with Jesus and He with Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-with-jesus-and-he-with-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, who meets us when we seek you out, come stay with us and abide in our home, and may we find great joy in receiving... - [A Collect to be Seen](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-seen/): Lord Jesus, whose compassion for your people runs deep, show us that our desires and needs are seen, that we would escape feeling alone... - [A Collect to Sacrifice our Pride for the Sight of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-sacrifice-our-pride-for-the-sight-of-god/): Humble savior, who stepped out of your majesty to live with us, help us to become willing to sacrifice our pride and status if it means... - [A Collect to Endure Trial and Receive Blessing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-trial-and-receive-blessing/): Almighty God, who bears authority to wield the sword as well as to lay it down, let us not expect that we will escape struggle and trial,... - [A Collect for the Capacity to Humble Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-capacity-to-humble-ourselves/): High King of Heaven, who stooped low to take on our frail flesh, give us likewise the capacity to humble ourselves for the sake of love,... - [A Collect to Recognize and Confess our Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-and-confess-our-need/): Lord of heaven, whose power is greater than we can fathom and whose mercy is of equal strength, help us to recognize our need and be... - [A Collect for Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy/): Almighty one, by whose word all of creation came into being and through whom all things are sustained, have mercy on us who are small and... - [A Collect to Put Aside Contempt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-aside-contempt/): Lord Jesus Christ, who invites all into the kingdom of heaven, keep us from contempt and derision, that we would never see one of your... - [A Collect to Not Rely On our Own Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-rely-on-our-own-goodness/): Lord Jesus, whose nature is exalted yet humble, keep us from trusting in our own goodness lest we lift ourselves higher than we deserve,... - [A Collect to Instinctively Live According to God's Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-instinctively-live-according-to-god-s-law/): Lord God, whose promises are like iron, open our hearts that you might write your law within them, that your ways would be natural to us,... - [A Collect to Recognize the Consequences of Our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-consequences-of-our-sins/): Lord Almighty, who desires that none should die but all would turn to you and live, keep us attentive to the consequences of our sins,... - [A Collect to Remember God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-s-presence/): All-seeing God, who watches over all that passes in this creation you have made, draw our minds and hearts to remember that you are... - [A Collect for Increased Trust and Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increased-trust-and-faith/): Lord God, who sees all that happens in the world you have made, strengthen our faith and increase our trust in you, that when your Son... - [A Collect for Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice-1/): God of justice, who weighs the thoughts and hearts of all people, do not tarry long in bringing justice, and grant us patience and... - [A Collect to Pray Continually](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-continually/): Spirit of the Lord, who speaks to us in our very hearts, keep us faithful to pray to you continually and faithfully, that we would not... - [A Collect for Inspiring Stories](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-inspiring-stories/): Eternal one, who has seen the end from the beginning and follows our journeys with great interest, give us stories that hook our interest... - [A Collect to Avoid Arguing Fruitless Details](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-arguing-fruitless-details/): God of truth, in whom is all knowledge and wisdom, we often desire to argue and debate about many things. Keep us from wrangling over... - [A Collect to Die in Order to Gain Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-die-in-order-to-gain-life/): Lord over life and death, who holds the keys to Sheol, show us where we must die, and give us courage to allow those parts of our hearts... - [A Collect for Trust in God's Healing and Timing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-god-s-healing-and-timing/): Anointed One, through whom the Spirit moves in power, increase our trust in you, that we might be made ready and available to be healed... - [A Collect to Not Rely on Being the Right Kind of Person](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-rely-on-being-the-right-kind-of-person/): Lord and Father, who has grafted us into your family, keep us from believing we are blessed and special for being amidst the right... - [A Collect to Praise God for His Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-praise-god-for-his-goodness/): High King of Heaven, who stoops down to attend to the people you love, do not let us forget to praise and thank you for the gifts and... - [A Collect for Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-4/): Healer of our wounds and troubles, whose nature is wholeness and desires that we receive from you, make us clean and whole according to... - [A Collect to Walk in Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-walk-in-faith/): Lord God, who is faithful to do what you have promised, give us faith that you will fulfill what you have said, even if we have not yet... - [A Collect to Lean on the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lean-on-the-spirit/): Spirit of power and of love, by whom we are joined to the source of all life, keep us from struggling in our own power to cling to Jesus... - [A Collect for Security of Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-security-of-heart/): Great King of Glory, do not let us fear what others will think of what we believe or how we worship, but give us sureness of heart,... - [A Collect to Not Be Overwhelmed by Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-overwhelmed-by-fear/): Lord God Almighty, who is greater than we are able to understand, we are small and often frightened creatures, fragile and easily crushed... - [A Collect to Connect with the Spirit Within Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-connect-with-the-spirit-within-us/): Spirit of God, source of life and flame that has chosen to live in us, call us continually to reach out and connect with you as the... - [A Collect to See All as God's Gift](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-all-as-god-s-gift/): Generous giver, who has provided for us all that we need, remind us that all we receive from you is a gift and that we have earned... - [A Collect for Increased Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increased-faith/): Great teacher, who knows the ways of our hearts, increase our faith and trust in you, that we would dare to tread where you lead, even if... - [A Collect to be Moved by the Word](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-moved-by-the-word/): God of patience, who tarries with us far longer than we deserve, we are stubborn and fearful, and we are also jaded and hardened by the... - [A Collect for Generosity and Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-generosity-and-compassion/): God of plenty, who has provided enough for all his children, give us generous and compassionate hearts that we might give to those in... - [A Collect for God to Answer When We Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-answer-when-we-call/): Shield to the weak, who is the advocate for those in need and who have nothing, answer us when we call to you, that we would not go... - [A Collect to Remember God in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-in-trouble/): Great and mighty God, shield to those who seek you, may our love for you grow ever stronger, that in times of trouble, we would remember... - [A Collect for Comfort in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort-in-need/): Gentle God, who knows our weaknesses and needs for you walked in our flesh, grant us comfort when we fear or weep or need your presence,... - [A Collect for Deliverance from Danger and Disease](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-deliverance-from-danger-and-disease/): Great deliverer, who brought the nation of Israel out through the waters of the Red Sea, save us from that which would destroy us, from... - [A Collect for Wisdom for our Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-for-our-leaders/): King of all that is, who is above all and to whom all will submit their authority, grant wisdom and temperance to our leaders, that they... - [A Collect to Eschew Love of Money](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-love-of-money/): Source of all true wealth, who provides all that your children need, keep us from excessive attachment to wealth and earthly power, that... - [A Collect to Separate Ourselves from Conflicting Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-separate-ourselves-from-conflicting-attachments/): Lord of all things, ruler of Earth and Heaven, reveal to us the masters we serve that compete with you for our devotion, that we might... - [A Collect to Avoid Even Little Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-even-little-sins/): Spirit of perfection and holiness, who convicts us of sin and calls to us to turn from our temptations, keep us from even those small... - [A Collect for Faithfulness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faithfulness/): Lord Jesus, who was continued to the very end, even knowing it would lead to suffering and death, cultivate in us faithful hearts that... - [A Collect to be Shrewd with the Things of This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-shrewd-with-the-things-of-this-world/): God of all knowledge, who called us to be wise as serpents, teach us to be shrewd in our dealings and sage in how we interact with this... - [A Collect for Mercy from Upheaval and Destruction](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-from-upheaval-and-destruction/): Almighty God, righteous judge of the nations, spare us from the destruction that we rightly deserve for our foolishness and evil.... - [A Collect to Repent and Enter into Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-repent-and-enter-into-joy/): Savior of our souls, who longs to be reconciled with your children, instill in us a desire and willingness to truly repent, that we might... - [A Collect to See Our Own Value](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-own-value/): Lord God, who is high above all created things, we thank you for finding us valuable and treasuring us. Grant us vision to see our value... - [A Collect for Joy in Seeing the Lost Come Home](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-in-seeing-the-lost-come-home/): Shepherd of our souls, who seeks out those who are lost and straying, you rejoice greatly when you find and bring home those who are... - [A Collect for Rescue When Straying](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-when-straying/): Gentle Shepherd, who bears the rod and staff for our good, come seek us when we are lost and have gone away from your fold, that we might... - [A Collect for Trust in Discomfort](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-in-discomfort/): Lord Jesus, our rabbi and shepherd, have patience with us when we grumble at being taken into uncomfortable circumstances. Increase our... - [A Collect to Show Hospitality to All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-show-hospitality-to-all/): Loving God, who welcomes all who desire to come close, give us hospitable hearts like yours, that we would not cut ourselves off from... - [A Collect to Accept Whatever God Brings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-whatever-god-brings/): Almighty God, whose power and authority is beyond all our understanding, grant us grace to accept whatever you choose for us, trusting... - [A Collect for Detachment from Earthly Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-detachment-from-earthly-things/): Lord of creation, at whose word all things came into being, keep us from overweening attachment to the things of this world, that we... - [A Collect to Recognize God's Voice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-god-s-voice-1/): Almighty God, who speaks to us in tempest and in quiet, teach us to recognize your voice, that we would hear you when you speak and call... - [A Collect to Recognize Abusive Authority](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-abusive-authority/): Spirit of the Lord, our great counselor whose wisdom is ever true, share with us your discernment that we would recognize those who seek... - [A Collect to Recognize Our Straying from God's Invitation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-straying-from-god-s-invitation/): Great King of Heaven, whose reign is wisdom and peace and nourishment, show us how we seek to enter your kingdom wrongly, to force our... - [A Collect to See Jesus in our Midst](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-jesus-in-our-midst/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has walked with us throughout the way, open our eyes to see you in our midst, that we would recognize what you are... - [A Collect to Hold On to Jesus in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-on-to-jesus-in-suffering/): Loving Lord, who endured such suffering for our sake and then was made new and glorified to new life, let us not be surprised when we... - [A Collect to Be Continually Drawn into Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-continually-drawn-into-truth/): Great teacher, whose knowledge and wisdom exceeds all that we could understand, have patience with us when we are slow of heart to... - [A Collect to Trust the Lord Even When Things Seem to Go Badly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-the-lord-even-when-things-seem-to-go-badly/): God of all things, who knows the end from the beginning, let us not give up hope when you do not do what we expect, but help us to trust... - [A Collect for Awe and Wonder at the Messiah](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-awe-and-wonder-at-the-messiah/): Mighty God, who parted the seas, produced manna from naught, and threw down the walls of Jericho, may we be awed by your works of ancient... - [A Collect to Share our Hearts with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-our-hearts-with-god/): Lord Jesus, who has called us friends as you share your vision with us, continue to invite us to share our hearts with you as well, that... - [A Collect for Joy Even in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-even-in-suffering/): Lord God Almighty, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavens, draw our hearts toward the gifts you have given us... - [A Collect to Believe and Follow in Jesus' Footsteps](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-and-follow-in-jesus-footsteps/): Almighty God, who performs great things for your people, increase our faith in Jesus, his words, his works, and his way of life that we... - [A Collect for Strengthened Faith Even in Darkness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strengthened-faith-even-in-darkness/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was raised to new life and offers to us the same, strengthen our faith even when we walk in darkness, that we... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Patience in our Weakness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-patience-in-our-weakness/): Lord Jesus, who knows our weaknesses because you took on our frail form, we thank you for your patience and understanding when we are... - [A Collect to Receive and Commune with the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-and-commune-with-the-holy-spirit/): Loving God, whose nature is relationship and love, may we receive your Holy Spirit and attend to what you speak to us through the... - [A Collect to Love as Jesus Loved](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-as-jesus-loved/): Lord Jesus, you came into this world to show us the great love of the Father. May we follow in your footsteps, pointing all around us to... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Coming Into Our Fearful Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-coming-into-our-fearful-places/): Rabboni, who was resurrected to lead the way to new life, we praise you for entering even into our places of fear and hiding, bringing... - [A Good Friday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-good-friday-collect-1/): Gracious Lord, who suffered so greatly for our sake, through your wounds make whole we who are broken, sick, and beaten down, and bring... - [A Collect to Share our Griefs with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-our-griefs-with-god/): Ever-present comforter, sent to be with us in every circumstance, may we lay our troubles and griefs before you openly, trusting that you... - [A Collect to Trust in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus Christ, who is the resurrection and the life, help us to live and trust in you, connected to you as you were connected to the... - [A Collect for Faith Even in Challenge and Loss](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-even-in-challenge-and-loss/): Holy Spirit, who moves in our hearts to accomplish your will, give us faith that can withstand disappointment and suffering, that when... - [A Collect to Go With Jesus Wherever He Leads](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-go-with-jesus-wherever-he-leads/): Lord Jesus, who knew your time from the beginning, give us courage like Thomas to walk with you regardless of where you lead, trusting... - [A Collect to Live in Christ's Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-in-christ-s-light/): Light of the world, who offers sight to all those who would receive you, help us to strive to live in your presence, that we might be... - [A Collect to Trust God in Difficult Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-in-difficult-times/): Gracious God, who is present to us in health as well as sickness, help us to trust that you are working out even the pain and suffering... - [A Collect to Trust in God's Care and Provision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-god-s-care-and-provision/): Good shepherd, who cares for us sheep with wisdom and tenderness, increase our faith and trust in you, that we would come to believe more... - [A Collect to See and Value As God Sees and Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-value-as-god-sees-and-values/): Omniscient Lord, whose eye misses nothing and sees through to our hearts, train us to see as you see, that we would neither value nor be... - [A Collect to Confess our Faults and Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-faults-and-needs/): Lord Jesus, who sees all things and knows our hearts better than we do, give us the courage to admit our failings, our need, and our sin... - [A Collect to Value People Even in Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-people-even-in-anger/): Lord Jesus, who modeled for us patience and compassion, let not our anger drive us to become defensive or judgmental, that when we are in... - [A Collect to Not Become Overly Bound by Rules](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-become-overly-bound-by-rules/): Lord Jesus, whose joy it is to do good, help us to not become so wrapped up in rules that we lose opportunities to do your works in the... - [A Collect to Obey Even the Lord's Strange Commands](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-even-the-lord-s-strange-commands/): Lord God, who is not of this world for you transcend it completely, though are yet at work within it, give us courage to do all that you... - [A Collect to See Those Challenged with Dignity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-those-challenged-with-dignity/): Lord Jesus, light of compassion in the world, do not let us assume that others suffering or struggles are your justice meted out, but... - [A Collect to Fulfill God's Good Works According to God's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fulfill-god-s-good-works-according-to-god-s-call/): King of heaven, who knows the end from the beginning and every detail in between, do not let us forget that it is not up to us to fulfill... - [A Collect to Be Satisfied by the Work God Gives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-satisfied-by-the-work-god-gives/): Jehovah-Jirah, who gives to all food at the right season, may our souls be nourished by the work that you set before us to do, that we... - [A Collect to Connect with the Spirit's Presence Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-connect-with-the-spirit-s-presence-always/): God of infinite power, who is worthy of all praise and honor, keep us from dividing the sacred and secular, relegating you only to... - [A Collect for a Vision for Real Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-vision-for-real-life/): Gracious God, who has called us walk in your ways, give us a vision of the life that you intended for your children, that we would be... - [A Collect for Right Questions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-right-questions/): Wise teacher, who holds all knowledge and from whom nothing is hidden, give us insight to know the right questions to ask of you, that we... - [A Collect to Transcend Culture for the Kingdom's Sake](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-transcend-culture-for-the-kingdom-s-sake/): Gracious Lord, who transcends all cultures and laws, keep us from becoming trapped by the rules and ways of our land that would bar us... - [A Collect to Remember Jesus' Humanity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-jesus-humanity/): Lord Jesus Christ, who took on our frailty to share our lives, you grew tired on the journey to Jerusalem and had to stop to rest. Let us... - [A Collect to Love People as God Does](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-people-as-god-does/): Almighty God, who sees all the activities of humanity from your throne above, keep us from condemning the world and give us hearts that... - [A Collect to Look to Jesus in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus-in-need/): Lord Jesus, who was lifted up for our healing, turn our eyes to you when we are in need, that as Israel looked on the serpent Moses... - [A Collect to Trust the Spirit's Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-the-spirit-s-work/): Lord Jesus, great teacher who speaks the wisdom we need, help us to accept and trust in your work and presence even when we do not see or... - [A Collect to See What God is Doing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-god-is-doing/): Lord God, who does marvelous things for all of creation, give us eyes to see what you are about and the wonders that you evoke around us,... - [A Collect to See and Enter the Kingdom of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-enter-the-kingdom-of-heaven/): High King of heaven, whose reign is one of justice and love, give us eyes to see your kingdom around us, that we would earnestly seek to... - [A Collect to See and Confess our Ignorance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-confess-our-ignorance/): Gentle teacher, who is patient with us in our foolishness, give us eyes to recognize what we do not understand and courage to confess our... - [A Collect for New Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-new-life/): Lord Jesus, only begotten son of the Father, grant to us new birth, a new life that comes from the Father, and help us to grow in that... - [A Collect to Trust God to be God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-to-be-god/): High king of heaven and earth, who reigns with justice and mercy from on high, teach us to trust in you as God and king, lest we seek to... - [A Collect to Eschew Shortcuts that Lead to Destruction](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-shortcuts-that-lead-to-destruction/): Spirit of Christ, whose guiding words are deep wisdom, give us strength to resist the temptation of taking the quick and easy road, that... - [A Collect to Use the Scriptures Rightly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-the-scriptures-rightly/): Lord God Almighty, whose word is truth and who knows all truth, keep us from twisting scripture in order to satisfy our own ends, that we... - [A Collect to Hunger for God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hunger-for-god/): Lord Jesus, who was tempted in the wilderness as we are tempted, keep us from working merely to satisfy ourselves, but may we hunger to... - [A Collect for Discipline to Ready Ourselves for the Work of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-discipline-to-ready-ourselves-for-the-work-of-god/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was obedient to the Spirit on earth, grant us the fervor and commitment that you had when you fasted in the... - [A Collect Against Inordinate Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-against-inordinate-attachments/): Lord God, who gave us the world as a blessing, keep us from becoming overly attached to this world, that we would not become dependent... - [A Collect to See Self-Centered Motivations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-self-centered-motivations/): Whispering Spirit, who speaks to us in our hearts should we listen, reveal to us the desires and motivations of our hearts, that we might... - [A Collect for Comfort in Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort-in-fear/): Lord Jesus, gentle shepherd, place your hand on our shoulders and bring comfort when we are afraid, that we we not be overwhelmed but be... - [A Collect to Store Up Moments of Wonder](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-store-up-moments-of-wonder/): Lord Jesus Christ, upon whom the glory of heaven rested in front of the disciples, help us to hold on to moments of joy and revelation in... - [A Collect to See Beyond Our Needs and Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-beyond-our-needs-and-desires/): God of wisdom, who knows what we need better than we ourselves, let not what we want your ways to be like get in the way of the truth of... - [A Collect in Anticipation of Being Transfigured like Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-in-anticipation-of-being-transfigured-like-jesus/): Lord Jesus, son of the Most High, you were transformed and your glory shone for the disciples to see on the mountain. Transfigure us by... - [A Collect for Hearing When to Go Aside with the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hearing-when-to-go-aside-with-the-lord/): Lord Jesus, whose joy would radiate light if we could but see it, give us willing and receptive hearts to recognize when you are leading... - [A Collect to Speak Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-truth/): God of truth, in whom there can be no deception or guile, give us hearts that desire to speak nothing but the truth, that we would become... - [A Collect for Willingness to Cut Off That Which Hinders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-willingness-to-cut-off-that-which-hinders/): Holy God, whose nature is perfect and defines for us the shape of virtue, give us the courage to sacrifice those parts of our lives that... - [A Collect to Value People as God Does](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-people-as-god-does/): Architect of all things, whose works of art fill the earth, when we interact with others, let us always see the persons in front of us,... - [A Collect to Keep Love and Relationship at the Heart of Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-keep-love-and-relationship-at-the-heart-of-things/): Trinity of persons, whose love existed before time and brought about creation, help us to keep at the front of our minds that right... - [A Collect to Keep Religion Beneath God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-keep-religion-beneath-god/): Almighty God, ruler of all creation whom we worship in liturgy and song, keep us from elevating our religion so high that it exceeds its... - [A Collect to Escape from Contempt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-from-contempt/): Almighty God, who knows the function of our hearts better than we could, keep us far from contempt for our brothers and sisters, and... - [A Collect to Deal Wisely with Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-deal-wisely-with-anger/): Righteous God, whose anger is just but whose wrath is tempered with love, help us to temper our anger with love and be cautious of its... - [A Collect for True Righteousness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-true-righteousness/): Lord God, whose nature is goodness and love, give us hearts that truly desire to do good, that we would not merely fulfill your... - [A Collect to Not be Overly Certain](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-overly-certain/): Wise teacher, who is patient with us in our naivete but generous with your instruction, keep us humble, we who teach others your word,... - [A Collect to Inspire Good in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-inspire-good-in-the-world-1/): Father of all creation, who cares for all your children for we are your own, may the good that we do be striking in the eyes of the... - [A Collect to Not Sabotage the Good God Works in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-sabotage-the-good-god-works-in-us/): Light of the world, who has given that light to all who will receive it, keep us from sabotaging ourselves, from nullifying the good that... - [A Collect to be Light in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-light-in-the-world/): Holy Spirit, divine breath of God, may the goodness that you are working in us be a light to others, that they would see your goodness in... - [A Collect to Be and Remain "Salty"](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-and-remain-salty/): Great teacher, who holds all the wisdom of creation, keep us from becoming indistinguishable from the world, that the world might see... - [A Collect to Be Used of God Regardless of Station](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-used-of-god-regardless-of-station/): Lord Jesus, you call us out of ordinary lives, regardless of our station. Use us wherever we are at, whether kings or servants, and may... - [A Collect to Hear and Understand Jesus' Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-understand-jesus-call/): Lord Jesus Christ, who calls to us by name, we thank you for speaking in a language that we understand, giving us words that fit our... - [A Collect to Hear and Respond to God's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-respond-to-god-s-invitations/): Lord Jesus, great shepherd to invites us into your fold, give us ears to hear your invitations, that we might respond immediately with... - [A Collect to Hear Again the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-again-the-good-news/): Lord Jesus, prophet, priest, and king, proclaim to us once again the good news that the kingdom of heaven has come close that we might be... - [A Collect for Contentment in God's Choices for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-in-god-s-choices-for-us/): Eternal God, who watches our work and play throughout all ages, teach us to find contentment and pleasure wherever you have placed us,... - [A Collect to See God At Work Around Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-at-work-around-us/): Holy Spirit, whose power and wisdom enables us, give us eyes to see where you are in the world and what you are doing that we would not... - [A Collect to Witness of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-witness-of-god/): King of kings and judge of all nations, open our lips that when the opportunity appears, we might have words to witness to the world of... - [A Collect to Cleanse Ourselves in Preparation for the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cleanse-ourselves-in-preparation-for-the-holy-spirit/): Holy Spirit, voice of wisdom and truth, guide us and show us how to cleanse our hearts well, that as we make room in our souls, you would... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Gift](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-gift/): Lion of Judah, you who reigns as king above all kings, thank you for taking the character of the sacrificial lamb, that our sin might be... - [A Collect to Accept God's Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-god-s-forgiveness/): Blessed Jesus, who has given us your name as entrance to the Father, grant us faith that believes in the forgiveness that you offer, that... - [A Collect to Testify of Jesus with Boldness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-testify-of-jesus-with-boldness/): Lord Jesus, ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead, you have given us the authority and the mandate to be witnesses to you... - [A Collect to be Filled with the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-filled-with-the-holy-spirit/): Almighty God, whose power can do more than we understand, fill us with your Spirit that we might be enabled to do good in the world,... - [A Collect for Peace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-2/): Spirit of God, who moves throughout the whole earth, bring peace to the hearts of all people, that we might rest from the troubles of our... - [A Collect to Embrace All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-all/): Gracious God, under whom are all nations and peoples, you show now favoritism but accept all who come to you with joy and love. Keep us... - [A Collect to Please the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-please-the-father/): Spirit of the living God, great counselor and guide, lead us to walk in ways that are right and true, in keeping with your character and... - [A Collect for Submission](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-submission/): Son of Man, who obeyed the Father in all things so that you might fulfill all righteousness, teach us to submit ourselves to the Father... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Adoption of the Gentiles](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-adoption-of-the-gentiles/): Gracious Father, who loves all those he has created, we thank you for grafting us into your family and adopting us as your daughters and... - [An Epiphany Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-epiphany-collect/): Lord Jesus, whom wise men sought out in ages past, may we likewise seek you with fervency, desiring to see you in both your glory and... - [A Collect to be Free from Fear of Death](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-fear-of-death/): Lord Jesus Christ, who holds the keys to death and Hades, you have freed us from the power of death through your sacrifice on the cross.... - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus' Solidarity with Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesus-solidarity-with-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, beloved firstborn son of the Father, we are grateful and humbled by your willingness to take on our nature and share... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Adoption of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-adoption-of-us/): Gracious Father, who has taken us into your family as your own, we thank you for your goodness to us in adopting us and cleansing us.... - [A Collect to Remember Jesus in our Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-jesus-in-our-suffering/): Lord Jesus, who endured suffering and difficulty for our sake, teach us when we struggle and suffer and endure difficulty along our way... - [A Collect for the New Year](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-new-year/): God who was and is and is to come, give us wisdom as we look back and hope as we look forward that in such times of transition we might... - [A Christmas Collect of Thanks for God's Giving of Himself](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-giving-of-himself/): Bestower of great gifts, who is the source of all good things and the one who knows our greatest needs, you gave us yourself and made us... - [A Collect of Rescue from Oppression](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-rescue-from-oppression/): Shield of the weak, who cares for those who cannot save themselves, rescue us from those who oppress, from those who bind and whip and... - [A Collect for God's Light to Shine on Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-light-to-shine-on-us/): God of glory, source of all brightness, shine your light on us, we who live in a land of darkness, that truth might be revealed and our... - [A Collect to Treasure What God Gives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-treasure-what-god-gives/): Eternal God, who was and is and is to come, Teach us to hold on to those moments you have given us, that we might be enlivened and... - [A Collect to Share the Things God Does in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-the-things-god-does-in-us/): God of mysteries and wonders, who performs miracles and great things among those whom you love, do not let us be afraid of speaking of... - [A Christmas Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-collect/): Emmanuel, who left your throne to take on the nature of a servant, we thank you for your gift of yourself this day. Help us to receive... - [A Christmas Eve Collect to Make Room for Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-eve-collect-to-make-room-for-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who came in vulnerability and weakness, there is little room for you in our world and little space for your subtlety and... - [An Advent Collect to Set All Things Right](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-advent-collect-to-set-all-things-right/): O morning star, who casts forth light into the world to show us the way, maranatha! Come quickly, that the world might be set aright and... - [A Collect for Generosity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-generosity-4/): Gracious God, who has filled the earth with good things for all, grant to us a spirit of generosity, that we might willingly and with... - [A Collect for Patience and Perseverance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-and-perseverance/): Rabbi and Lord, who knows how life works for you created it, grant us patience and perseverance in all struggles that we encounter, that... - [A Collect to Love One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another/): Great Trinity of persons, whose love overflowed into creation, teach us to love one another as the Father loves the Son and the Son loves... - [A Collect to Lay Down our Lives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lay-down-our-lives/): Lord Jesus, who laid down your life for the sake of many, teach us likewise to lay down our lives and to give up those things that serve... - [A Collect to Truly Recognize Jesus as Messiah](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-truly-recognize-jesus-as-messiah/): Anointed One, who holds the keys to life and death, kindle in our deepest hearts a true recognition of you as Messiah and Lord, that we... - [A Collect to Do Good to One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-to-one-another/): Head of the church, who leads us toward all that is good and true and beautiful, lead us to use our skills, abilities, and gifts for the... - [A Collect to Be One Body of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-one-body-of-christ/): Three in one and one in three, in whom we live and move and have our being, set in our hearts a deep understanding of our life as one... - [A Collect to Cast off Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cast-off-pride/): King of all kings, who took on the life of a servant, show us where we harbor arrogance and self-importance, that we might humble... - [A Collect for Renewal of Our Minds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-renewal-of-our-minds/): Spirit of Truth, who knows all that was and is and is to come, renew our minds through your knowledge and wisdom, that we would know how... - [A Collect to Not be Conformed to the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-conformed-to-the-world/): Spirit of God, who works in the minds and hearts of those who cling to you, keep us from living according to the rules and culture of the... - [A Collect for the Will to Present Ourselves to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-will-to-present-ourselves-to-god/): Lord God of Heaven, king above all kings and master of all that exists, grant us willing hearts that we might present ourselves to you... - [A Collect for Humility to Receive God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-to-receive-god-s-gifts/): Spirit of wisdom and conscience, who speaks truth to those who are willing to hear, grant us humility to accept our low position, so that... - [A Collect to Admit the Evil in Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-admit-the-evil-in-our-hearts/): Holy Spirit, who dwells within us and knows the deep places of our hearts, grant that we should be willing to admit to ourselves and to... - [A Collect to Recognize What is In Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-what-is-in-our-hearts/): Great teacher, whose wisdom may guide all toward real life, teach us to pay attention to what we say and do, that we might recognize what... - [A Collect to Recognize our Blindness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-blindness/): God of light and life, whose eye sees all that was and is and is to come, grant us wisdom and humility to recognize where we are blind,... - [A Collect to Follow the Wisdom of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-the-wisdom-of-jesus/): Lord Jesus Christ, whose way is without fault or failing, grant that we should follow your wisdom and guidance, that we would not fall... - [A Collect to Value what the Lord Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-what-the-lord-values/): Lord God Almighty, who knows the thoughts and intentions of the heart, keep us from focusing overly much on that which matters little,... - [A Collect to See the Value of God's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-value-of-god-s-kingdom/): Glorious Lord, whose worth exceeds all that we might discover in creation, open our eyes to see the value of the ways of your kingdom and... - [A Collect for Both Hope and Patience](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-both-hope-and-patience/): Lord Jesus, who is preparing a place for us in the presence of God, the Father, teach us both to hope and to wait with patience, that our... - [A Collect to See the Joy that Comes After the Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-joy-that-comes-after-the-struggle/): Gracious Father, who knows the end from the beginning and whose eyes miss nothing in all creation, reveal to us the good that comes from... - [A Collect to Suffer Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-suffer-well/): Anointed one, who bore the sins of the world as the final sacrifice and fulfillment of the law, teach us to suffer well and to willingly... - [A Collect to Hear and Follow the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-follow-the-spirit/): Spirit of God, our comforter, teacher, counselor, and helper, help us to hear and follow you as you lead us, that we would become like... - [A Collect to Put to Death the Sin Embedded in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-to-death-the-sin-embedded-in-us/): Breath of God, who abides within us yet in whom we live and move and have our being, help us to put to death those habits and practiced... - [A Collect to Live Well with Our Weeds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-well-with-our-weeds/): Lord Jesus, our rabbi without peer and in whom there is boundless understanding, teach us to live and be at peace with the presence of... - [A Collect to Recognize Evil and Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-evil-and-good/): Lord of heaven, who reigns over all that was, is, and shall be, help us to recognize the weeds within good grain, that we would not be... - [A Collect to Learn to Listen to the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-learn-to-listen-to-the-spirit/): Spirit of God, sent from above to enlighten and enliven those children you love, teach us to listen, that we would recognize your voice... - [A Collect to Understand the Word God Speaks](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-word-god-speaks/): God of wisdom, who knows all things in creation, for you planted its foundations, grant that we should understand well the word that you... - [A Collect to Not be Distracted by Earthly Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-distracted-by-earthly-things/): Sower of the word, who spreads your wisdom generously to all the world, keep us from being choked by the cares of this world, that we... - [A Collect to Root Deeply in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-root-deeply-in-god/): Loving God, who sends rain and sun on both the just and unjust, let nothing block us from rooting deeply in you and your ways, that in... - [A Collect for Good Soil in Which to Grow Deep Roots](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-good-soil-in-which-to-grow-deep-roots/): God of all creation, under whose care all things enjoy their life, plant us among good soil, and give us the nourishment we need, that... - [A Collect to Understand the Spirit's Teaching](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-spirit-s-teaching/): Almighty Spirit, whose power works within us, grant that we should understand what you speak to us and the word that you have placed in... - [A Collect to Understand What the Spirit is Speaking](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-what-the-spirit-is-speaking/): Eternal breath of life, who speaks to us in our very souls, speak to us in ways that we can understand and with words that make sense... - [A Collect to Work With Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-work-with-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who offers to partner with us in this world, help us to work with you in whatever we do, that we would not be forced to rely... - [A Collect for Rest when Overwhelmed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rest-when-overwhelmed/): Lord Jesus, who offers his strength when we are weak, grant to us rest when we are struggling with things too great to bear, that our... - [A Collect to See the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-father/): Lord Jesus, who came from the Father and has returned to the Father's side, reveal to us the Father with whom you are one and beside whom... - [A Collect for Innocence to Receive God's Simple Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-innocence-to-receive-god-s-simple-truth/): Gracious Father, whose wisdom knows no boundaries, teach us to be innocent and accepting like children, that we would be open to... - [A Collect to Avoid Becoming Overly Proud of Our Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-becoming-overly-proud-of-our-wisdom/): Lord of heaven and earth, the fount of all true wisdom, keep us from becoming arrogant and certain of our own wisdom, that we would not... - [A Collect to Accept Rejection Gracefully](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-rejection-gracefully/): Lord Jesus, who was scorned by those you loved, let us not be surprised that there are those who will not accept us regardless of what we... - [A Collect for Respect for God in Mature Relationship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-respect-for-god-in-mature-relationship/): Lord God, creator of heaven and earth, keep us from expecting and demanding that you comply with our every whim and impulse, but teach us... - [A Collect to Escape Sin and Receive Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-sin-and-receive-life/): Lord God, who was and is and is to come, cleanse our hearts and free us from the our ties to sin and broken ways of being, that we would... - [A Collect to Recognize the Futility of Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-futility-of-sin/): Spirit of Truth, who knows the thoughts and desires of all our hearts, show us the futility of life and choices that lead us away from... - [A Collect to Live Christ's Way from the Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-christ-s-way-from-the-heart/): Lord Jesus, who gave yourself for our freedom, teach us to obey the Father's commands from the heart, that we would live according to... - [A Collect to Not Excuse Giving in to Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-excuse-giving-in-to-temptation/): Gracious Father, who is patient with us in our weakness, keep us from taking advantage of your kindness as an excuse to give in to... - [A Collect to Not Fear Condemnation for Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-fear-condemnation-for-sin/): Lord God Almighty, judge of all people, free us from fear of condemnation and guilt from our sins, trusting that you are gracious and... - [A Collect to Orient Ourselves Towards God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-orient-ourselves-towards-god/): Holy Father, whose ways are higher than our ways and whose thoughts are above our thoughts, grant us the strength to orient our lives and... - [A Collect to Resist Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-resist-temptation-1/): 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... - [A Collect to Choose Real Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Anticipate but Endure Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Remember the Lord's Care](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Not Fear the Threats of Mere Humans](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect for Trust in God in the Face of Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Remain Stable in the Face of Insults](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Be Like Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect for Patience in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/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,... - [A Collect to Remain at Peace with God and Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/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... - [A Collect to Meet the Needs of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-meet-the-needs-of-the-world/): Lord Jesus, who sends out your disciples to do good in the world, grant us compassionate hearts and capable hands, that we would meet the... - [A Collect to Encourage All Those whom We Touch](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-encourage-all-those-whom-we-touch/): Spirit of Christ, who knows the needs and desires of all people, keep close to our lips the message that your goodness and love is near,... - [A Collect to Care for those Who Have No One](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-those-who-have-no-one/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has great compassion for the poor and needy, give us hearts that care for those for whom there is no one to care... - [A Collect for Willing Hearts to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-willing-hearts-to-do-good/): Lord of the harvest, who has provided in advance good works for us to do, grant us willing and compassionate hearts that we would go into... - [A Collect for Mercy and Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-and-compassion/): Good shepherd, who cares for your sheep and knows each by name, have mercy on us when we are lost and troubled, that in our distress we... - [A Collect to Endure Mockery Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-mockery-well/): Lord Jesus, who endured much for the sake of those you love, give us strength to endure the taunts of those who laugh at our trust in the... - [A Collect to Seek Jesus's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-jesus-s-presence/): Lord Jesus Christ, who is surrounded by power and goodness, grant to us faith that believes in the power of your presence, that we might... - [A Collect to Remember Our Need of God's Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-need-of-god-s-mercy/): Almighty God, who is great in mercy and forgives much, let us not forget our need of you and the truth that we are sinners in need of... - [A Collect to Be Devoted to God's True Desires for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-devoted-to-god-s-true-desires-for-us/): Almighty God, who gave us the Law for our good and not your own, teach us what you truly desire of us, and let us take it in to our... - [A Collect to Remember our Need for God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-need-for-god/): Great physician, who knows our frames for you created them, let us never forget our need of you, that we would seek always your presence... - [A Collect to Welcome All Who Desire to Enter the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-all-who-desire-to-enter-the-kingdom/): Lord Jesus, who is willing to be with us and share our lives, do not let us look down on any who desire to come and walk with us in your... - [A Collect to Follow in Jesus' Footsteps](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-in-jesus-footsteps/): Lord Jesus, who calls to us as our teacher and Lord, teach us to follow you as your disciples did in Israel, that we would without... - [A Collect for Jesus to Work In and Through Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-work-in-and-through-us/): Lord Jesus, under whose authority and goodwill we always live, be present with us as we seek to fulfill the mission that you have set... - [A Collect to Draw Others to Christ In All We Do](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-draw-others-to-christ-in-all-we-do/): Lord Jesus Christ, to whom we are apprenticed in the skill of living well, show us how to draw others into your apprenticeship throughout... - [A Collect to Proclaim Jesus to the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-proclaim-jesus-to-the-world/): Lord Jesus, who bears all authority in heaven and earth, give us strength to go out in your name to all the world, proclaiming your... - [A Collect to Be Patient with Ourselves in Doubt and Uncertainty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-patient-with-ourselves-in-doubt-and-uncertainty/): Lord Jesus, who was patient with the disciples as they walked with you, let us not deride ourselves for our doubts, knowing that some of... - [A Collect to Remember to Call Upon the Lord in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-to-call-upon-the-lord-in-trouble/): Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior who cares for us deeply, let us always remember to turn to you in times of trouble and distress that we... - [A Collect to Not be Troubled When Calamity Comes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-troubled-when-calamity-comes/): Almighty God, whose power is beyond all our understanding, do not let us be surprised when trouble and calamity occurs, knowing that you... - [A Collect to Respect All Who Come to the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-all-who-come-to-the-father/): Lord God, who brings food to the hungry and turns the rich away empty, keep us from ignoring and expecting nothing from the least of this... - [A Collect Asking for the Gifts of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-the-gifts-of-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, the presence of God within our very souls, grant to us gifts of your power and presence, and keep us from stifling them,... - [A Collect to Be Untroubled by Rejection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-untroubled-by-rejection/): Lord God, who has been rejected by your creations since the beginning, let us not be surprised or dismayed when people mock us for doing... - [A Collect to Devote Ourselves Continually in Prayer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-devote-ourselves-continually-in-prayer/): Caring God, who hears all that we ask of you, as we wait for your return and for your word and invitations to us in the world, do not let... - [A Collect Calling for Jesus' Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-calling-for-jesus-return/): Lord Jesus, who was taken up into heaven after your ministry in Israel, return to us soon, that the world might be set aright and we... - [A Collect for Power to Fulfill God's Mission on Earth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-power-to-fulfill-god-s-mission-on-earth/): Almighty God, through whom all things were made and by whom all power is bestowed upon creation, grant us power through your Holy Spirit... - [A Collect for Protection in This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-in-this-world/): Holy Father, who bestows glory and blessing on whomever you choose, protect us from evil and shield us in the name of Jesus, your son,... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Offer of Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-offer-of-life/): Almighty God, through whom all creation receives life and breath, we thank you for extending your hand to us that we might grasp hold of... - [A Collect to Know Jesus and Know the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-jesus-and-know-the-father/): Son of Man, who was glorified through your giving of yourself for the world, grant that we should know the Father and know you, that in... - [A Collect to Turn to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-god/): Lord Jesus Christ, who suffered for us who did not deserve it, we thank you for opening the way to the Father. Turn our hearts that we... - [A Collect to Respond to Evil with Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respond-to-evil-with-good/): Lord Jesus Christ, whose suffering brought the possibility of great good into the world, teach us to respond to abuse and contempt with... - [A Collect to Love Our Enemies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-our-enemies-1/): Lord Jesus, who begged forgiveness of even those who tormented him, help us to respond to others always in love, even when we are... - [A Collect to Remember Our Blessedness Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-blessedness-always/): Good shepherd, who tends to your sheep with tenderness and strength, let us not forget your goodness toward us, even when we are in the... - [A Collect to Know Jesus Near](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-jesus-near/): Jesus, our beloved friend, be near us and make yourself known as present beside us, that in our loneliness and anxiety, we would not... - [A Collect to Know the Holy Spirit Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-holy-spirit-present/): Spirit of truth, who abides with us and in us, give us eyes to see and ears to hear, that we would know you present and working on our... - [A Collect to Obey Jesus in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-jesus-in-love/): Beloved Jesus, who shows us the glory of God and the perfection of humanity, increase our love for you, that as we grow more and more... - [A Collect to Allow the Spirit to Work in and with Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-allow-the-spirit-to-work-in-and-with-us/): Spirit of the Lord, our counselor, protector, and loving companion, reveal to us where we resist your work in our hearts, that we would... - [A Collect for Faith to Do Good as Jesus Did](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-to-do-good-as-jesus-did/): Lord Jesus, who worked wonders on earth as you lived among us, strengthen our faith and trust in you, that we would believe what you said... - [A Collect to See the Father in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-father-in-jesus/): Gracious Father, whose love endures from generation to generation, open our eyes that we would see your character and love in the life... - [A Collect to Turn to Jesus for Life and Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-jesus-for-life-and-wisdom/): Lord Jesus, who lived a perfect life as an example to us all, call us to turn again and again to you, that we would through you find how... - [A Collect to Draw Close to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-draw-close-to-god/): Loving God, who is transcendent beyond all our understanding yet draws near to us also, we thank you for your desire and willingness to... - [A Collect to Abide Now and Forever with Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-now-and-forever-with-jesus/): Lord Jesus, son of the most high God, as you prepare places to abide with you in your Father's house, abide with us also here through... - [A Collect for Trust to Calm Anxiety](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trust-to-calm-anxiety/): Gentle shepherd, who is trustworthy and kind with your people, help our unbelief and increase our trust in you, that our anxieties might... - [A Collect for Abundant Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-abundant-life/): Lord Jesus, our shepherd and entrance to the kingdom of heaven, lead us in your ways, and give us hearts to follow you, that we would... - [A Collect for Nourishment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-nourishment/): Good shepherd, by whom we find entrance to the kingdom of grace and community, lead us to the food we need that we would find nourishment... - [A Collect of Gratitude for Jesus's Offer of Entry into Safety](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-gratitude-for-jesus-s-offer-of-entry-into-safety/): Lord Jesus, our good shepherd who cares for us, we thank you for being our entrance into the kingdom - into safety and into a community... - [A Collect to Turn Away from Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-away-from-temptation/): Lord Jesus, teacher and shepherd, the voices of the world can be tempting and delightful. Help us to recognize those voices that would... - [A Collect to Restore That Which was Taken or Destroyed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-restore-that-which-was-taken-or-destroyed/): Almighty One, who alone holds the power of creation from nothing, restore what has been destroyed and taken from those who were... - [A Collect for Comfort for Those who Grieve in This Season](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort-for-those-who-grieve-in-this-season/): Gentle Father, who knows the struggles of your children, in this season when some wrestle with grief instead of joy, loss instead of... - [A Collect Asking for Hope](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-hope/): Almighty God, who sees and grieves over the difficulties of your people, bring good news and fulfill your promises soon, that our hopes... - [A Collect to Believe Those Testifying of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-those-testifying-of-jesus/): Brother Jesus, light sent into a dark world, grant us faith to believe in those you have sent to testify about you, that we might know... - [A Collect for the Lord to Not Tarry](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-lord-to-not-tarry/): Lord God, mighty to save and rule yet gentle with those in your care, do not tarry in returning to us, that we would be gathered together... - [A Collect for God to Return Soon](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-return-soon/): Jehovah Adonai, who is preparing for us a place where we might be with you forever, reveal yourself soon, and show your glory to all... - [A Collect to be Immersed in God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-immersed-in-god-s-presence/): Almighty God, who alone can cleanse us from the stains of our wrongs, immerse us in your presence through the Holy Spirit, that we would... - [A Collect for Humility and Willingness to Give Place to Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-and-willingness-to-give-place-to-others/): Lord Jesus, who will come again at the appropriate time, grant us true humility, that we would be willing to step aside from whatever... - [A Collect to Admit our Need to Change](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-admit-our-need-to-change/): Indwelling Spirit, who guides us in paths of goodness and right, give us courage and humility to confess our sins and admit our need for... - [A Collect for the Willingness to Repent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-willingness-to-repent/): Spirit of the Lord, source of all wisdom and understanding, give us willing hearts that do not resist your call to repentance, that we... - [A Collect to Listen to Those God has Sent to Prepare Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-listen-to-those-god-has-sent-to-prepare-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, who will come again to set all things aright, give us ears to hear those prophets whom you have sent, that we would... - [A Collect to Be Shaped by the Father's Hands](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-shaped-by-the-father-s-hands/): Father of all peoples, who has created us for your good pleasure, grant us humility and a willingness to be shaped by your hand, that we... - [A Collect for the World to Fear God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-world-to-fear-god/): Almighty God, whose power is greater than all we could imagine, make your presence known to the world, that those who plot evil might... - [A Collect to Be Ready to Obey the Spirit's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-to-obey-the-spirit-s-call/): Ever-present Spirit, who guides us should we be attentive, help us to be ready and able so that whenever you should call on us, we would... - [A Collect to Eschew Complacency](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-complacency/): Spirit of wisdom, who speaks to us from your abundance of understanding, keep us from becoming complacent, that we would be ever watching... - [A Collect to Recognize What God is About](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-what-god-is-about/): Lord of all creation, who comes to set things aright at the proper time, grant us eyes to see and minds to understand the signs of the... - [A Collect for Jesus to Return Soon](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-return-soon-1/): Lord Jesus, who reigns in great power and glory, come soon from your throne and gather us together from the four corners of the earth,... - [A Collect for Jesus to Save](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-save/): Son of Man, who wields great power on behalf of your people, come to us in our hour of darkness, suffering, and trembling, that we might... - [A Collect to Experience the Power and Riches of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-experience-the-power-and-riches-of-god/): Our Father in heaven, who reaches into the world to be with your people, enlighten our hearts that we would see and experience your... - [A Collect for Wisdom and Vision](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-and-vision/): Father of glory, who has called us to a great hope in you, grant us a spirit of wisdom and insight, that we would see the good to which... - [A Collect for Increased Faith and Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increased-faith-and-love/): All-knowing Father, who hears the prayer and praises of all people, increase our faith and love so much that the world would know of the... - [A Collect for Compassionate Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassionate-hearts/): Lord Jesus, who has adopted us as your beloved sons and daughters, kindle in our hearts compassion for those in need, knowing that when... - [A Collect for Compassion and Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-and-joy/): Spirit of Christ, who guides us in the way of truth and love, give us hearts full of love for all, that we would be drawn to give to... - [A Collect to Inherit the Kingdom of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-inherit-the-kingdom-of-heaven/): Lord God Almighty, judge of all people, may we be true servants of you and followers of your teaching and way of life, that at the... - [A Collect for the Return of Christ in Glory](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-return-of-christ-in-glory/): Son of Man, who reigns over all creation from your glorious throne, come and gather together all peoples before you, that we might be... - [A Collect to Remember to Encourage One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-to-encourage-one-another/): Gracious God, who declared us precious in your sight, help us to remember to encourage one another and support one another, showing in... - [A Collect for Heavenly Treasure to Multiply](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-heavenly-treasure-to-multiply/): Lord of the Kingdom of Heaven, who rules in love and virtue, grant us even the smallest measure of kingdom wealth - those things that are... - [A Collect to Act with Courage in Fear](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-act-with-courage-in-fear/): LORD God Almighty, who was and is and is to come, let not our fears drive us to abandon our responsibilities, but grant us courage that... - [A Collect to be Faithful with What God Has Entrusted to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-faithful-with-what-god-has-entrusted-to-us/): Spirit of God, who abides within us as close as our breath, help us to be faithful in the things you have given us to do, that we would... - [A Collect to Use God's Gifts to Do Good in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-god-s-gifts-to-do-good-in-the-world/): LORD God, who has entrusted much to us, your servants here on earth, let us not hide and bury that which you have entrusted to us, that... - [A Collect to Use our Gifts Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-our-gifts-well/): Generous master, who has given to us both material and spiritual gifts to enjoy and use here on earth, teach us to be apply what you have... - [A Collect to Trust in God's Apportioning of Responsibility in the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-god-s-apportioning-of-responsibility-in-the-kingdom/): Master of all the earth, who gives to all as you deem fitting, grant us trust in your wisdom to believe that you give responsibility to... - [A Collect for Comfort in Loss of Loved Ones](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-comfort-in-loss-of-loved-ones/): Gentle Father, who created us all and loves us with a love greater than any earthly father, comfort us who have lost or expect to lose... - [A Collect for Our Hearts to be Inclined toward the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-our-hearts-to-be-inclined-toward-the-father/): Lord God of Israel, who chose one people as your own but desires that all should come to you, incline our hearts toward you, that we... - [A Collect of Thanks for Consequences for Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-consequences-for-sin/): Lord God Almighty, who is just in your judgements, we thank you for giving us consequences for our wrongs, that through them we might... - [A Collect to Remember God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-s-goodness/): Lord God Almighty, who performs miracles for your people, call to our minds those moments in our story where you have done great things... - [A Collect to Turn from Our Idols](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-our-idols/): Almighty God, who alone has power to save, heal, and sustain us, show us our idols - those false gods and promises that we serve, that we... - [A Collect for Wisdom for the Future](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-for-the-future/): You who stands outside of time, who knows the end from the beginning, grant us wisdom to know how to be prepared for what is to come,... - [A Collect to Avoid Exalting Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-exalting-ourselves/): Lord God of Heaven and Earth, who alone is self-sufficient and deserving of great honor, keep us from lauding and exalting ourselves,... - [A Collect to Be Happy to Learn Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-happy-to-learn-always/): God of all wisdom, who hung the stars in place and wove the fabric of space and time, help us to recognize our lack and be content with... - [A Collect to Be Happy Regardless of Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-happy-regardless-of-status/): Great Jehovah, who alone holds all wisdom and knowledge, show us how to be content without titles and status, but grant us happiness in... - [A Collect to Be Content without the Praise of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-content-without-the-praise-of-the-world/): Rabbi Jesus, who humbled yourself to take the nature of a servant, help us to be content with our place in the world, that we would not... - [A Collect to Recognize Our Need for Others' Esteem](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-need-for-others-esteem/): Loving Lord, who desired each of us into being, reveal to us where we do good in order to obtain esteem from others, that we might learn... - [A Collect to Not Burden Others with Religion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-burden-others-with-religion/): Gentle Father, who knows our frailty for you made us, keep us from making heavy demands and laying burdensome expectations on others in... - [A Collect to Practice What We Preach](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-practice-what-we-preach/): Great teacher, whose life stood as an example for us all, help us to align our words and our actions, that what we speak and tell others... - [A Collect to Purify our Selfish Motivations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-purify-our-selfish-motivations/): Lord God of truth, who knows the deep places of our hearts, reveal to us any selfish and hidden motives in our hearts, that we might... - [A Collect to Keep Going Despite Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-keep-going-despite-suffering/): Lord Jesus Christ, who willingly endured the cross for our sake, grant us perseverance to continue onward even after suffering and... - [A Collect for All Souls Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-all-souls-day/): Lamb of God, who is enthroned in heaven and lifted above all nations, let us not forget those who have gone before us and entered into... - [A Collect to Strive First and Foremost to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-strive-first-and-foremost-to-love/): God of grace and mercy, who has not dealt to humanity what it deserves, help us strive to love well above all things, that we might not... - [A Collect to Love Others Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-others-well-1/): Gracious God, whose nature and character is love, reveal to us where we fail to love one another, that we could turn from all things that... - [A Collect to Love God Wholly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-wholly-1/): O Lord our God, whom in your overflowing love and joy created all things, help us to love you wholly and with all our being, that we... - [A Collect to Do Good in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-in-the-world-1/): Loving God, who desires that all might know you and enter into your kingdom, help us to do such good in our world that all would notice... - [A Collect for Joy in the Midst of Challenge and Conflict](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-in-the-midst-of-challenge-and-conflict/): Merciful Lord, who knows our struggles, having shared our fragile form, light in us always a spark of joy, even in the midst of challenge... - [A Collect for Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-virtue-1/): Gracious God, who gives life and breath to all things, give to us also faith, love, and hope, that we might continue the work of your... - [A Collect to be Willing to Give to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-give-to-the-lord/): Lord God, King above all kings and ruler of all that is, grant us willing hearts to give you what you are owed, even when we find it... - [A Collect to Give to All Their Due](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-to-all-their-due/): Lord God Almighty, who reigns over all things in grace and justice, grant to us faithful and willing hearts, that we would give to all... - [A Collect to Shun Manipulation and Flattery](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-shun-manipulation-and-flattery/): Holy Spirit of God, source of all truth and wisdom, remove from us all desire for flattery and manipulation, that we would not attempt to... - [A Collect to Set our Minds on What is Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-our-minds-on-what-is-good/): Wonderful counselor, who is closer than our very breath, draw our minds and hearts always toward that which is good, that we would be... - [A Collect to Not Worry](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-worry/): Lord Jesus, who pointed us to the carefree lives of flowers, teach us to worry for nothing, that we might trust in the Father, presenting... - [A Collect to Delight in All Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-delight-in-all-things/): God of glory, who ever delights in every aspect of creation, teach us to rejoice as you do, taking joy in all things, that we might be a... - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Generosity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-generosity/): High King of heaven, who is generous with all that you possess, we thank you for inviting us to feast and celebrate with you in your... - [A Collect to be Worthy of God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-worthy-of-god-s-gifts/): Great King of all kings, whose reign encompasses all that was and is and shall be, help us to be worthy of your invitations and gifts,... - [A Collect to Not Spurn the Spirit's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-spurn-the-spirit-s-invitations/): Ever-present Spirit, whose wisdom exceeds all that which humanity has garnered, keep us from spurning your invitations and rejecting you... - [A Collect to Desire to Follow Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-to-follow-jesus/): Spirit of truth, who speaks to our hearts, enflame in us a desire to follow Jesus so much so that we are willing to embrace even his... - [A Collect to Truly Value Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-truly-value-christ/): Redeemer of our souls, who emptied yourself to take on our finite frame, open our eyes to see your inestimable value, that we would be... - [A Collect to Set Aside the Glory of this World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-the-glory-of-this-world/): Indwelling Spirit, counselor and guide to life in the Kingdom, help us to see the futility of those things that do not lead us to life... - [A Collect to Cease Fighting Against God's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-fighting-against-god-s-kingdom/): Lord Jesus, the chief cornerstone of the Father's kingdom, keep us from unknowingly fighting against you and your ways and open our eyes... - [A Collect to Produce Fruit of the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-produce-fruit-of-the-kingdom/): Spirit of God, who fills our hearts and moves throughout the whole earth, shape our hearts that we would produce fruit in accordance with... - [A Collect to Value what Jesus Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-what-jesus-values/): Lord Jesus, who lifts up the lowly and casts down the proud, teach us to not reject that which you value, that we might not miss what is... - [A Collect to be Willing to Hear God's Message](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-hear-god-s-message/): Heavenly Father, who desires that all might know truth that would bring us life, grant us willing hearts to receive your messages, that... - [A Collect to Abandon our Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abandon-our-pride/): Great teacher, who gave up your glory for our sake, teach us to abandon all pride and lust for glory, that we would be free to empty... - [A Collect to Look To One Another's Needs and Interests](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-one-another-s-needs-and-interests/): Good Shepherd, who ever looks out for us, your flock, teach us to pay attention to one another's needs and interests, that we might care... - [A Collect to Be Willing to Change our Minds](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-change-our-minds/): Gentle Lord, who humbled yourself to take on the nature of a servant, let not our hearts be filled with pride and certainty, that we... - [A Collect to Be Convicted When We See Others' Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-convicted-when-we-see-others-goodness/): Gracious Father, whose desire is for all to come into your kingdom, may our hearts be convicted of our failings when we see others... - [A Collect to Recognize True Righteousness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-true-righteousness/): Lord God, whose nature and character is goodness, teach us to recognize what true righteousness is, that we would believe those who speak... - [A Collect for Passion to Enter the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-passion-to-enter-the-kingdom/): Firstborn of the Kingdom of Heaven, whose reign is full of justice and mercy, fill our hearts with passion to enter your kingdom, that we... - [A Collect to Fulfill the Will of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fulfill-the-will-of-god/): Gracious Father, who is patient with us yet desires our obedience, grant us the will to follow through with your desires for us, that... - [A Collect to Take Courage in Struggle and Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-courage-in-struggle-and-suffering/): Lord Jesus, teacher and worker of miracles, grant that we should understand our struggles and suffering as a means of sharing in your... - [A Collect to Trust in God's Protection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-god-s-protection/): Almighty God, who is a strong tower for those who trust in you, increase our faith and calm our fears, that we would not be intimidated... - [A Collect to Live Worthy of the Gospel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-worthy-of-the-gospel/): Lord Jesus, who showed us a life without fault or sin, help us to live in a way worthy of your gospel, that even though you are absent in... - [A Collect to Encourage One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-encourage-one-another/): Loving Father, who delights in the good of your children, help us rejoice with one another over our growth and successes for your... - [A Collect to Take Joy in Supporting One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-joy-in-supporting-one-another/): Rabboni, bearer of great wisdom and the one at whose feet we are privileged to sit, teach us to find joy in giving to others, that we... - [A Collect for Christ's Life to Flow Through Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-s-life-to-flow-through-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, in whom we live and move and have our being, teach us to live as you lived and to live with your life flowing through... - [A Collect to Rejoice in Others' Fortune](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rejoice-in-others-fortune/): King of all creation, who owns the cattle on every hill, teach us to rejoice with those you have received from you, that we might not... - [A Collect to Willingly Submit to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-willingly-submit-to-the-lord/): High King of Heaven, ruler of all things and judge of all the living and the dead, move gently but firmly in our hearts to grant us... - [A Collect to Live Not for Ourselves Alone](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-not-for-ourselves-alone/): Almighty God, creator of all things and source of all that was and is and is to come, teach us to live in honor of you and do all things... - [A Collect to Honor God in our Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-god-in-our-works/): Three in One, whose joy in each other overflowed into the creation of all things, instill in us a desire to honor and remember you in all... - [A Collect to Let God Judge Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-god-judge-others/): Almighty God, judge of all persons, forgive us when we judge one another, and teach us to hand that responsibility over always to you,... - [A Collect to Be Gracious to One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-gracious-to-one-another/): Loving Lord, who has welcomed us into your kingdom as beloved citizens, help us to be gracious to those with whom we disagree, that we... - [A Collect to Be Quick to Listen](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-quick-to-listen/): Gracious God, who welcomes us with joy into your kingdom, keep us from being quick or eager to debate and to be right, that we might not... - [A Collect to Be Willing to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-forgive/): Gracious Father, who is patient with us stubborn and slow people, grant us understanding and forgiving hearts, that when another hurts... - [A Collect to Live Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-well/): Lord God, whose being is light and whose nature is goodness, teach us to live honorably, doing good while we still have the opportunity,... - [A Collect to Step Into the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-step-into-the-light/): God of light and truth, from whom nothing is hidden, give us courage to set aside those things that are fit for hiding and secrecy and... - [A Collect to Waken to the Condition of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-waken-to-the-condition-of-the-world/): Almighty God, who calls to us in scripture, creation, Spirit, and friend, rouse us from our stupor and slumber, that we would see clearly... - [A Collect to Seek Good for One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-good-for-one-another/): Lord God, whose Law protects us from harm, teach us to seek good for one another rather than merely to avoid what is wrong, that we might... - [A Collect to Confront One Another Directly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confront-one-another-directly/): Rabbi, who knows the truth of our hearts, remind us of our call to confront one another directly when we are troubled, that we might not... - [A Collect to Reconcile with One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-reconcile-with-one-another/): Trinitarian God, who enjoys perfect unity with one another, grant us courage to confess to one another our frustrations and resentments,... - [A Collect to Escape Hubris](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-hubris/): Lord of all who live, who humbled yourself to take on the form of the least of us, keep us from hubris and vain beliefs of our high... - [A Collect to Share One Another's Pain and Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-one-another-s-pain-and-joy/): Gentle teacher, who stepped into our lives and our flesh in order to live among us, teach us to be present with one another and to share... - [A Collect to Bless our Enemies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-our-enemies/): Lord Jesus, who forgave even those who condemned you to die, teach us to bless our enemies and those who hate us, that your creation... - [A Collect of Thanks for Those Who Witness to God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-those-who-witness-to-gods-goodness/): Heavenly Father, who desires that all people be willing to enter into your kingdom of grace and mercy, we thank you for giving us witnesses and evangelists from the beginning who have given us the good news of your power and goodness towards us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with […] - [A Collect of Praise for the Good Jesus Does](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-praise-for-the-good-jesus-does/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was anointed with the Holy Spirit and power, we praise you for the good you did throughout Judea and for the good you continue to do now, bringing healing and freedom to all who are oppressed by evil. May we see continually the good that you are about in the world […] - [A Collect for Peace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace/): Great Father over all creation, who desires good for all things you have made, grant peace to your children, that none would have to live in fear or want and that all might trust in your ways of humility and love for one another, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Put an End to Prejudice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-an-end-to-prejudice/): God of justice and love, who accepts each and every soul who comes to you, help us to cast aside prejudice, partiality, and exclusion, that we might love as you do, accepting all whom you have created and seeking the good of every beloved creation of your hand, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who died […] - [An Easter Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-easter-collect/): Lord of life, who holds the keys to death and Hades, may we see Jesus, raised from the dead and waiting to receive us, and so receive the gift of undying life that he offers and so be alive to you and to one another in Christ, through him who with you and the Holy […] - [A Holy Saturday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-saturday-collect-2/): Holy One of God, who endured such suffering for our sake, may we sit in silence this day, as did Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, letting the truth of your sacrifice wash over us, that our hearts may know the enormity of what you have done and be filled with awe at your humility […] - [A Good Friday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-good-friday-collect/): Lord Jesus, who did not turn from the path of suffering and death, grant us courage to follow you, willing to enter into darkness, pain, and trouble, trusting that the Father will receive us and that good may yet come out of evil if we do not shy away, through you who now reigns with […] - [A Maundy Thursday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-maundy-thursday-collect/): Lord Jesus, our teacher who bears authority over us, your servants, move our hearts to love and serve one another, and let not our pride dissuade us, that we would ever be willing to strip away station and status and give of ourselves as you showed us to do, through you who was exalted high […] - [A Lenten Collect for Willingness to be Humbled](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-willingness-to-be-humbled/): Lord Jesus, who was exalted to the highest place after allowing yourself to be brought low, grant us the willingness to humble ourselves as you did, that we might be obedient to the Father’s call to us wherever it may lead, through you who died and was raised to new life through the power of […] - [A Lenten Collect for the Willingness to Empty Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-the-willingness-to-empty-ourselves/): Spirit of Christ, the presence of the Most High within us, grant us the willingness to give up whatever earthly and social goods you might ask of us, that nothing would get in the way of receiving you and doing the work that you have prepared for us, through Jesus Christ our example, who took […] - [A Lenten Collect to Not Seek to Take Advantage](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-seek-to-take-advantage/): Indwelling Spirit of God, who guides us in the ways of your heavenly kingdom, grant us hearts that beat in tune with our beloved Jesus, that we might not seek ways to exploit our gifts and our stations but would content ourselves with the path that you have set out for us, through our Savior […] - [A Palm Sunday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-palm-sunday-collect/): Lord Jesus, King of Israel and of all creation, may our hearts be filled with joy at your appearing, and may praise spill from our mouths when we see what you have done and all that you are about in us and in the world, through you who reigns in glory and honor and power […] - [A Lenten Collect to Know the Lord Deeply](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-know-the-lord-deeply/): Lord God Almighty, who reigns in the highest heavens, write your law on our hearts, that we would know you deeply and we would walk with you in peace and love all of our days, through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom we have access to your throne through the presence of your Holy Spirit. […] - [A Lenten Collect for All to be Drawn to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-all-to-be-drawn-to-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who willingly gave yourself to the cross for the sake of those you love, draw the hearts of the world toward your ways and your goodness, that the Kingdom of Heaven might fill the earth and all would bless you and one another in a spirit of peace, joy, and love, through you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Remain Steadfast Even in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-remain-steadfast-even-in-struggle/): Jesus, you who walked into suffering for those whom you love, grant us the steadfastness to continue towards what is right even in the face of struggle and pain, trusting that as you walked according to the Father’s plan, so we also may abide in the Father’s good will, through you who now reigns in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Serve Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-serve-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who serves the Father before all things, incline our hearts to likewise serve you, that you may be honored by our lives and our deeds and we might receive honor from the Father in this life and the next, through you who served until the end and was raised to new life to […] - [A Lenten Collect to Go into Difficult Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-go-into-difficult-places/): Spirit of God, great counselor and wellspring of power and goodness, grant us courage to follow where Jesus has gone, that with a willingness to go into difficult and dangerous places, we might step beyond and through them into places of glory and honor and life, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Lenten Collect to Detach from This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-detach-from-this-world/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has gone to prepare a place for those whom you love, may we not be so attached to the treasures of this world and our lives here on earth that we cannot let go, so that we would be free to receive what you offer in the world to come, through […] - [A Lenten Collect to be Willing to Change](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-willing-to-change/): Spirit of God, who lives within us and empowers us to live as Jesus lived, grant us the willingness to be changed and to let go of what we believe defines us, that we might fulfill your design for us and produce good fruit in the world and for the Kingdom of God, through Jesus […] - [A Lenten Collect to Escape Death and Vice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-escape-death-and-vice/): Lord Jesus, who lived in the world but was not of it, help us to escape the ways of this world – the vices and passions born only of the world, the flesh, and the devil, that we might find life in you and live by your ways of love and peace, through you who […] - [A Lenten Collect to Have No Shame of our Actions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-have-no-shame-of-our-actions/): Almighty God, whose very being abides in perpetual light, incline our hearts to do good, that when our deeds are exposed, we would have no reason to be ashamed but would point to you as the source and reason for all that we have done, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who reigns with you and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Bring Our Sins to the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-bring-our-sins-to-the-light/): God of light and truth, from whom no deed is hidden, draw us out of the darkness, that our sins and failings might be seen clearly and in that exposure find forgiveness and healing in your gracious love, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who loved us to the end and now reigns with you and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Love the Light](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-love-the-light/): God of light and goodness, whose very nature is love and defines for us what goodness is, keep us from loving darkness and hiddenness,... - [A Lenten Collect of Thanks for God's Offer of Salvation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-of-thanks-for-god-s-offer-of-salvation/): Gracious Father, who desires such good for your children, we thank you and praise you for your great love for us, desiring that we might... - [A Lenten Collect to Maintain Hope for the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-maintain-hope-for-the-world/): Lord God Almighty, who is patient with your foolish children, you did not condemn the world. Keep us also from condemning the world, that... - [A Lenten Collect to Trust in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus Christ, only son of God, grant us faith to trust in you, that we might follow your ways and obey your commands, receiving... - [A Lenten Collect to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-do-good/): Holy Father, whose nature is goodness and whose character is ever virtue and love, incline our hearts to do good and to care for those... - [A Lenten Collect to Take Sabbath Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-take-sabbath-rest/): O Lord our God, who created all things and then stopped to enjoy all that you had done, let us set aside time for rest as you, ceasing... - [A Lenten Collect to Serve God Before Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-serve-god-before-ourselves/): O Lord our God, whose glory is visible in every corner of your creation, keep us from using your name or your church for our own... - [A Lenten Collect to Devote Ourselves First of All to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-devote-ourselves-first-of-all-to-god/): You who are God alone, who forged the pillars of the earth and set them in place, keep our hearts from worshipping and devoting... - [A Lenten Collect for Devotion to God Alone](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-devotion-to-god-alone/): Lord God of Israel, who preserved your people and brought them out of bondage, show us where our hearts are devoted to things before you,... - [A Lenten Collect to Approach God with Reverence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-approach-god-with-reverence/): Our Father, who reigns over all things from your heavenly throne, teach us to respect your presence and your ways, that we would enter... - [A Lenten Collect to Escape Greed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-escape-greed/): God of justice, who sees all that is done for both good and evil in your creation, let not our desire for money and earthly power consume... - [A Lenten Collect to Desire and Value What Jesus Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-desire-and-value-what-jesus-desires/): Son of Man, who will one day return in the glory of the Father, shape our hearts that we would value what you value and desire that which... - [A Lenten Collect to Desire That Which is Good for Our Souls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-desire-that-which-is-good-for-our-souls/): Almighty God, who has given us boundless wonders and treasures in your creation, draw our hearts to things that bring life and goodness... - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Clinging](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-clinging/): Great Teacher, who spoke words of perfect wisdom to your people, show us where we cling to our lives to our own detriment, that we might... - [A Lenten Collect for the Willingness to Suffer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-the-willingness-to-suffer/): Lord Jesus Christ, who went willingly into the hands of those who abused you, grant us willing hearts to suffer in the same way, that we... - [A Lenten Collect to Recognize What We Must Deny of Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recognize-what-we-must-deny-of-ourselves/): Rabbi Jesus, who walks in the ways of the Kingdom of God, show us where our hearts cling to our own ways and pleasures and desires, that... - [A Lenten Collect to Lay Aside Earthly Desires](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-lay-aside-earthly-desires/): Lord Jesus, who follows always the will of the Father, show us where our hearts are set on self-centered and worldly things, that we... - [A Collect to Remain Close to Jesus in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-close-to-jesus-in-trouble/): Lord Jesus, who remained ever steady in your closeness to the Father, grant that we also might remain close to you, that when we must... - [A Lenten Collect for Cleansed Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-cleansed-hearts/): Almighty God, who rules over all things in heaven and earth, refine our hearts and grant us minds that are set on what is good, that we... - [A Lenten Collect to Resist Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-resist-temptation/): Lord Jesus, who confronted Satan in the desert, grant us strength and wisdom to resist temptation, that we might not give in to sin or... - [A Lenten Collect for Willingness to Go into Difficult Places](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-willingness-to-go-into-difficult-places/): Spirit of the Lord, source of wisdom and understanding, encourage our hearts in the face of trials and difficulties, that we might be... - [A Lenten Collect to Remember Jesus when Tempted](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-remember-jesus-when-tempted/): Lord Jesus, who took on our frame that you might share our joys and struggles, call us to remember when we are tempted your temptations... - [A Lenten Collect to Become Used to the Wilderness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-become-used-to-the-wilderness/): Lord Jesus, who was tested and refined in the desert, help us to become accustomed to wildernesses and deserts as you were, that we might... - [A Lenten Collect to Hear the Spirit's Promptings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-hear-the-spirit-s-promptings/): Spirit of God, who knows what we need and whispers it to our hearts, make us attentive to your promptings, that we would recognize when... - [A Lenten Collect Seeking God's Pleasure in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-seeking-god-s-pleasure-in-us/): Loving Father, who desires good for all your children, be pleased with us as we seek to follow in your ways, that as we obey your... - [A Lenten Collect to Do Good in Secret](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-do-good-in-secret/): Almighty God, who does immeasurable good for us that we do not see, teach us to become content with not being lauded for our goodness,... - [A Lenten Collect for Unentangled Motives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-unentangled-motives/): Father in heaven, who knows the thoughts and intentions of all our hearts, open our eyes to see how we are seeking the esteem and... - [A Collect to See Clearly the Gospel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-clearly-the-gospel/): Holy Spirit, our counselor and source of all wisdom and insight, keep us from misunderstanding or failing to see the truth of the gospel,... - [A Collect to Understand Fully the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-fully-the-good-news/): Lord Jesus, who proclaimed the gospel to your chosen people on earth, open our minds to truly understand the good news, that we would... - [A Collect to Hold on to the Words of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-on-to-the-words-of-jesus/): Heavenly Father, whom all the elements of creation obey, call us again to listen to your beloved Son, that we might hold on to his words... - [A Collect to Find Wisdom in the Old Testament](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-wisdom-in-the-old-testament/): Great Rabbi, whose wisdom encompasses all that was and is yet to be, call us to hold on to the wisdom of the Hebrew scriptures, that we... - [A Collect to be Awed by the Divinity of Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-awed-by-the-divinity-of-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who bears the nature of God even as you bear our frail, human nature, show us your glory, that we might be awed by your... - [A Collect for Strength in Weariness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-in-weariness/): Limitless God, whose strength endures forever, grant to us strength when we are weary and beaten down by the difficulties of this life,... - [A Collect to Trust that God is Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-god-is-present/): God of great power, whose eyes miss nothing that happens in all creation, keep us from despair and falling into believing that you are... - [A Collect to Avoid Fascination with Earthly Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-fascination-with-earthly-status/): High King of Heaven, who is enthroned over all things for you made them in your power, keep us from being enamored with our own status or... - [A Collect to Be Ever Awed by God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ever-awed-by-god/): Almighty God, who fashioned the entirety of the universe with a word, may we ever be awed by the immensity of your power, that we would... - [A Collect to Spend Time with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-spend-time-with-god/): Rabbi Jesus, who knew your human needs and set aside time to meet them, may we follow your example, setting aside time with our heavenly... - [A Collect to Bring to Jesus Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-to-jesus-those-in-need/): Compassionate Lord, who intercedes for us all before the throne of heaven, may we bring before you all those who are in need of your care... - [A Collect to Turn to God with our Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-god-with-our-needs/): Loving Lord, who cares for all our troubles, make us always mindful of turning to you with our needs and the needs of those close to us,... - [A Collect to Sacrifice for Others in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-sacrifice-for-others-in-love/): God whose nature is love, instill in us a willingness to sacrifice for the sake of others, that our love might help to sustain them as... - [A Collect to Be Aware of How to Lift Up One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-aware-of-how-to-lift-up-one-another/): God of wisdom and love, who is attentive to the needs of all your children, make us also aware of the needs of those whose lives we... - [A Collect to Trust that God is Always Close](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-god-is-always-close/): Gracious God, who draws near to those who draw near to you, keep us from superstition and magical thinking, that rather than believing we... - [A Collect to Love the Father Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-father-well/): Loving Father, who created us for relationship with you, help us first and foremost to love you, that we might escape the trappings of... - [A Collect to Remain Humble and Able to Learn](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-humble-and-able-to-learn/): Omniscient God, from whom no detail of any truth is hidden, keep us from becoming arrogant in believing we know the truth, that we would... - [A Collect to Eschew Pride and Embrace Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-pride-and-embrace-love/): God of all knowledge and wisdom, who set the pillars of the earth in their place and knows the number of hairs on each head, keep us from... - [A Collect to be Astonished by Jesus' Message](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-astonished-by-jesus-message/): Rabbi Jesus, who speaks the words of the Lord, open our eyes to see how different your message is, that we might be so amazed by your... - [A Collect to be Free from Worldly Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-worldly-attachments/): Almighty God, who reigns over all things, material and spiritual, keep us from becoming overly attached to and involved with this world,... - [A Collect to Be Willing to Let Go of Our Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-let-go-of-our-attachments/): God of all things, who is more precious than all the treasures of this world, grant us the willingness to leave those things or even... - [A Collect to Be Willing to Sacrifice to Receive the Wisdom of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-sacrifice-to-receive-the-wisdom-of-god/): Rabbi, who has generously offered to share your great wisdom with us, grant us willing hearts that know the value of what you offer, that... - [A Collect to Apply Our Wisdom to the Kingdom of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-apply-our-wisdom-to-the-kingdom-of-god/): Lord God of wisdom, who knows all things and offers what is needed to your children, show us how to take the wisdom we have already and... - [A Collect to Live as if the Good News is True](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-as-if-the-good-news-is-true/): Lord Jesus, who spoke the good news to Israel that all the world might hear, grant us strength and willingness to step out and live as if... - [A Collect to Change our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-change-our-hearts/): Spirit of the Lord, who speaks truth to our hearts, show us if there is some way that you desire us to change our hearts, that we might... - [A Collect to Trust that the Kingdom is At Hand](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-the-kingdom-is-at-hand/): Loving God, who has said all that is necessary for your people to understand and yet speaks more, help us to believe that your kingdom... - [A Collect to Hear and Recognize God Speaking](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-recognize-god-speaking/): Lord God, whose voice formed the universe and yet speaks also to us small pieces of creation, help us to be ready to hear and listening... - [A Collect to Set Aside That which Traps Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-that-which-traps-us/): Spirit of wisdom, who knows what is best for us for you created us, show us those things that we have given ourselves over to that are... - [A Collect to See What God is About](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-god-is-about/): Anointed One, bridge between earth and heaven, open our eyes that we might see the great things that you are doing among us and our... - [A Collect to be Quick to Trust and Follow Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-quick-to-trust-and-follow-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who has known each of us since before we were born, may we be as quick as Nathanael to believe in you, that we would trust in... - [A Collect to Speak the Truth with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-the-truth-with-god/): Holy Spirit, our counselor and wisdom, keep us from fearing to speak what we truly feel with you, for you love the truth, and in so... - [A Collect to Set Aside Our Preconceptions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-our-preconceptions/): Indwelling Spirit, our ready connection to the presence of almighty God, help us to step beyond our preconceived notions, that we might... - [A Collect to be Inspired to Talk to Others of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-inspired-to-talk-to-others-of-god/): Spirit of the Lord, who speaks wisdom in our hearts, so inspire us with joy at your presence and works, that we would naturally tell... - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit's Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit-s-power/): Lord God of power, who hung the celestial spheres in their places, send your Holy Spirit upon us, that we might receive power to do good... - [A Collect to be Reminded of God's Pleasure in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-reminded-of-god-s-pleasure-in-us/): God of heaven, who stoops down to speak to your creation, give us reminders of your pleasure at our obedience to your will, that we would... - [A Collect to be Immersed in the Spirit of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-immersed-in-the-spirit-of-god/): Anointed One, whom we are not worthy to serve, yet you have called us friends, immerse us in your Holy Spirit, that we would live in your... - [A Collect to Glorify God Above Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-glorify-god-above-ourselves/): Lord Jesus, whose power and glory are greater than all we could imagine, grant us a willingness to set aside our pride and our status to... - [A Collect to See and Confess our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-confess-our-sins/): Spirit of truth, our counselor who is closer than our breath, stir up in us a desire to see clearly our sins and faults and to confess... - [A Collect for Prophets to Speak the Truth of Our Faults](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-prophets-to-speak-the-truth-of-our-faults/): God of goodness and righteousness, who desires that all should walk in your ways, send your prophets and messengers to point to our... - [A Collect to Be Grateful for Our Redemption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-grateful-for-our-redemption/): Spirit of Christ Jesus, sent into our hearts to speak the truth, open us to the reality of being enslaved to sin and self-destruction,... - [A Collect for Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom/): Spirit of the Lord, who knows all and speaks things to your people great and small, fill us with wisdom and your favor, that we might... - [A Collect to Make Secrets Known](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-make-secrets-known/): Lord Jesus, who knows what is in all of our hearts, bring to light those buried and secret thoughts of the ones who wield and seek power,... - [A Collect for God's Revelation to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-s-revelation-to-us/): Master of all things, who spoke, and all that is rose into being, reveal yourself and your wisdom to us who have been grafted into your... - [A Collect for Rescue and Salvation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-and-salvation/): Great and mighty Lord, who wields power to save, grant that we might see your salvation, the rescue of those you love, that we would not... - [A Collect to Hear the Spirit's Promptings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-spirit-s-promptings/): Holy Spirit of Truth, wonderful counselor and blessed gift of the Father, give us ears to hear your guidance, that, recognizing your... - [A Collect to be Righteous and Devout](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-righteous-and-devout/): Spirit of God, our wisdom and power to live according to what is good, rest on us and grant to us a desire for your will and your ways,... - [A Collect for Light in the Darkness of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-light-in-the-darkness-of-the-world/): Almighty God, source of all good things, shine light into the darkness of our world, that we would find hope in our trouble, love amidst... - [A Collect to Listen to the Outcast](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-listen-to-the-outcast/): God Almighty, who has spoken your message to the outcast and the questionable of the world, grant us humility that we might listen to... - [A Collect to Notice the Small and Supposedly Insignificant](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-notice-the-small-and-supposedly-insignificant/): Loving Messiah, who was born in obscurity, your cradle a feeding trough for livestock, open our eyes to see greatness in small things,... - [A Collect for Christmas](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christmas/): Lord Jesus Christ, who came to us in the form of an innocent and helpless child, we praise you for your humility and goodness to us. May... - [A Collect for Zeal for Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-zeal-for-justice/): Lord God Almighty, from whose nature is virtue and goodness, incline our hearts toward justice, that we would share your zeal for... - [A Collect to Understand and Participate in God's Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-and-participate-in-gods-will/): O Lord God, who is above all things in heaven and earth, reveal your will to us, and grant that we might understand what you are about, that we could participate in the work you have begun which will be completed at the fullness of time, through Christ our redeemer, who lives with you and […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christs-forgiveness/): Exalted Christ, who bled that we might have redemption, we thank you for the forgiveness that you offered us and made possible through your sacrifice. May we receive that grace and so abide in relationship with you and with the Father and Holy Spirit, through you who was lifted high above all and now reigns […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Being Adopted into the Family of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-being-adopted-into-the-family-of-god/): Loving Father, who takes great delight in your children, we thank you for adopting us into your family. May we praise you always for your goodness to us to receive the grace that you offer to us all in Christ, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘He […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Many Blessings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-many-blessings/): Heavenly Father, who has loved us since before the foundation of the world, we thank you for blessing us with all good things. Grant that in response we might find the strength in Christ to be holy before you and before all those whom you desire to redeem in creation, through our Lord Jesus Christ, […] - [A Collect to Be Secure in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-secure-in-gods-love/): Gracious Father, who desired us into being and into relationship with you, let us return again and again to meditating on your love, that we might be secure in your goodness to us and your desire to be with us always and so discover the freedom to live well in your world, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to See Our Weaknesses as Opportunities for God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-weaknesses-as-opportunities-for-god/): God of power and might, whose strength is made perfect in our weakness, call us to turn to you in the difficulties and troubles of this world, that we might see our struggles and weaknesses as opportunities for your strength to work in us and we would see wondrous things from you, through Jesus Christ […] - [A Collect to Accept Weakness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-weakness/): Almighty Lord of creation, whose power is made perfect in our frailty teach us to accept our weakness and vulnerability, that you might use them for your good and to accomplish through us your mission of love and redemption in the world, through Jesus Christ our brother and forerunner, who was crucified in weakness but […] - [A Collect to Maintain our Faith and Trust](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-maintain-our-faith-and-trust/): Teacher, who has done great things for us and among us, let not our faith and trust in you fade or dwindle, and be patient with us when it is yet weak, so that we might hold fast to you always and be able to receive all that you would offer to us, your humble […] - [A Collect to Be Ever Awed by Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ever-awed-by-jesus/): Lord Jesus, our brother yet also our king and master, let us not become so familiar with you that we no longer honor or or awed by you, but may we always behold your wisdom, power, and holiness and render to you the esteem and glory that your nature and status demand, through you who […] - [A Collect to See Jesus in Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-jesus-in-truth/): Son of Mary, who took on human flesh and frailty for our sake, let not the lenses of our worlds and cultures distort our view of you to too great an extent, that we would see you and your work in the world in truth and be willing to cast aside all things to follow […] - [A Collect to Always be in Awe of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-always-be-in-awe-of-christ/): Lord Jesus, great creator of heaven and earth, let us never cease to be astounded by your power, wisdom, and creativity, that in awe we would desire ever and always to listen to you, follow you, obey you, and seek for you all the day of our lives, through you who reigns forever in glory […] - [A Collect for Fear and Anxiety](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-fear-and-anxiety/): Gentle Shepherd, our great protector and guide, calm our fears and reassure us in our anxiety, that we would trust in you, resting in your goodness and awaiting your coming with a calm hope, through you who raises the dead and sustains all creation through the power of the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘While […] - [A Collect for Faith to Trust in God's Healing and Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-to-trust-in-gods-healing-and-wisdom/): Lord of heaven and earth, who holds the power of life and death in your hands, increase our faith, that we might be healed of those afflictions that plague us and we might be sustained through those trials and troubles that you have chosen for us to endure, through you who reigns forever in glory […] - [A Collect to Not Hide Anything from the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-hide-anything-from-the-lord/): All-knowing Father, who has seen all things before they have even occurred to us, let us not believe that we could hide anything from you, lest we in futility attempt to keep from you what you already know, but grant us the courage to bring all things into conversation with you, trusting in your goodness […] - [A Collect for Faith in God's Sustaining Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-gods-sustaining-power/): Lord Jesus, even from whose clothes the power of God emanates, grant us such faith in your power and goodness that we would trust that your presence is enough to grant us all that we need, through you who with the Father and Holy Spirit holds the power of life and death in your hands. […] - [A Collect to Open Our Hearts to Good Counsel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-open-our-hearts-to-good-counsel/): Gracious Father, whose love is boundless and whose desire is for our good, grant that we would open our hearts to those who speak the truth to us, that we would receive the good that they offer – even if it is painful – and so be able to cast aside that which hinders us […] - [A Collect to Recognize Always the Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-always-the-good/): Gracious Father, who has known the end from the beginning and sees beyond the immediate, help us to see the good, the eternal, and the spiritual in the midst of trouble, that we would recognize where you are at work and where you sustain us always that we might not be crushed by the troubles […] - [A Collect to Present Ourselves to God Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-present-ourselves-to-god-always/): Lord Almighty, king above all kings, let us present ourselves to you in all circumstances, whether good or bad, easy or difficult, that we would be always available for your service and faithful servants to all your children and to your kingdom, through Jesus Christ our teacher and example, who gave himself over even to […] - [A Collect to Well Represent God on Earth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-well-represent-god-on-earth/): Gracious God, who reached down to us when we could not reach far enough to take hold of you, keep us from causing any of your children to stumble, that as we live as ambassadors of your country in this world, none could find fault with your ways or your people, through Jesus Christ our […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Gifts Each Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-gifts-each-day/): Lord Jesus Christ, who offers to us reconciliation each day, incline our hearts to accept your gifts every morning and every moment, that we would not miss what you desire to give us, but would be strengthened and helped by the grace that you freely give to all who would receive, through you who suffered […] - [A Collect to Trust More](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-more/): Lord Jesus, at whose word all of nature will obey, increase our trust in you, that our fears might melt away in the light of your power and goodness and we would feel the security – even in danger – of being among your people, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Turn to Jesus in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-jesus-in-trouble/): Lord Jesus, who holds power over all creation, let us remember to turn to you when we are in trouble, trusting that you have the power to rescue us from danger and ease all kinds of storms, and that we are safe in your protection, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and […] - [A Collect to See Others as God Sees Them](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-others-as-god-sees-them/): Gracious God, who has created all things for your good pleasure, including we your children, grant us eyes to see your children as you do, recognizing their belovedness and potential for redemption and reconciliation, so that we might seek their good as you sought ours and brought us into your kingdom of light and love, […] - [A Collect to Perceive Others' Hearts Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-perceive-others-hearts-well/): God of wisdom, who knows the thoughts and intentions of all hearts, grant us understanding and perception to see what passes in the hearts of those around us, that we might discern their motives and needs and respond always with love and prudence, through Jesus Christ our savior, who reigns over all things in justice […] - [A Collect to Not be Deceived by Appearances](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-deceived-by-appearances/): Great Jehovah, whose eyes miss nothing and whose wisdom understands all things, let us not be deceived by appearances, but grant us wisdom and sight to see what it truly important, that we not be misled into trusting what you have rejected, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Attend to Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-small-things/): Lord God Almighty, who sees all that happens in this world you have created, let us not neglect the small things, trusting that in your kingdom, the small and insignificant may perhaps become great and by used to serve your children in powerful ways, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect to Recognize When a Harvest is Ready](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-when-a-harvest-is-ready/): Creator God, who has made all things good for our enjoyment and yours, grant us eyes to see when the harvest is ready, that we would know when to step forward and gather the fruit that you have caused to grow for our benefit and the benefit of all those creatures you love, through your […] - [A Collect to Work With God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-work-with-god/): Almighty God, our gracious lord, grant that we would fulfill our responsibilities and trust that you would fulfill yours, that we might work together and thus bring about good in the world, participating in your mission of love and reconciliation, through Jesus Christ our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in light […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Understanding and Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-understanding-and-goodness/): All-knowing Father, who understands the mysteries of the universe, let us not despair when we do not understand, but grant us grace to trust in your works and your goodness towards us, through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in prefect unity forever and ever. Amen. ‘He also said, […] - [A Collect to Accept Consequences](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-consequences/): Lord God Almighty, who has spoken truth to us from the beginning, teach us to accept the consequences of our actions, whether wise or foolish, yet show us mercy when we have chosen poorly that we might yet rise to praise you again, through Jesus Christ our Savior, who intercedes for us before your throne […] - [A Collect to Warn the Foolish](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-warn-the-foolish/): God of wisdom, who knows the end from the beginning, grant us the courage to warn those who choose a foolish path, that they might perhaps turn them from their folly and choose that which leads to you and to life, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who taught us what is good and true and […] - [A Collect to Not Take Rejection Personally](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-take-rejection-personally/): Spirit of the Lord, great counselor and voice of wisdom, help us to not take it personally when other reject us, that we might see beyond our hurt emotions to the reality of what is before us and be able to discern clearly your will, through Jesus Christ our savior, who rescued us from the […] - [A Collect to Walk Always Within the Will of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-walk-always-within-the-will-of-god/): Lord Jesus Christ, who showed us the way to the Father, keep us walking within the will of God, that we would be among those called your brothers and sisters and thus heirs of the kingdom of the Father, through you who reigns high over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness/): Gracious God, whose nature is always to show mercy, forgive us for all that we have done wrong against you and against our neighbor, that we might be reconciled and seek to restore the relationships that give us life, through Jesus Christ our Savior, who gave himself as sacrifice and ascended to reign with you […] - [A Collect for Release from the Grip of Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-release-from-the-grip-of-evil/): Lord God Almighty, against whom no one can prevail, bind the accuser and the forces that seek to trap and ensnare us, that we might be released from captivity and be free to serve you and all those whom you love, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who gave himself for our sake and was raised […] - [A Collect to Be United](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-united/): Gracious God, whose ways are love and peace and joy, keep us from fighting against one another and tearing apart your church and all your children, that we would not destroy ourselves but rather seek to strengthen and understand one another and so live by the ways of your heavenly kingdom, through Jesus Christ our […] - [A Collect to Hear and Heed the Voice of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-heed-the-voice-of-the-lord/): Great Jehovah, Lord over heaven and earth, grant us ears to hear when you call us, that we might recognize your voice and respond with willingness to know what you desire of us and obey your commands, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory, one […] - [A Collect to Endure in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-in-struggle/): Shield of the weak and strength to the weary, keep us from giving in to despair when we face struggles and trials, trusting in your mercy and your desire to sustain us so that your life would remain visible in us, through Jesus Christ our example, who suffered and yet was raised to new life […] - [A Collect to Give Glory to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-glory-to-god/): Lord God, almighty and exalted high above all creation, let us not forget our frailty, lest we credit ourselves for our works and neglect that it is you who has blessed us with life and breath and has worked in and through us all along, through Jesus our savior, who lived the life we could […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Revelation in Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-revelation-in-christ/): God of light and life, who created all things by your word, we thank you for enlightening us with the knowledge of your glory in Jesus. Grant us eyes to see you through the scriptures and through your Spirit, through him who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perpetual light in highest heaven. […] - [A Collect to Engage with Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-engage-with-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who desires to lead us into wisdom and truth, keep us always willing to engage with you in life and to talk with you about where you are leading, that we might not resist your leading but in humility discover the real good that you offer, through you who ascended to reign forever […] - [A Collect to Take Advantage of the Sabbath](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-advantage-of-the-sabbath/): Lord God, who has given us the sabbath for our benefit, help us to take advantage of the rest and refreshment that the sabbath provides, that we might be renewed and strengthened in space with you and one another and become ready again to take up your work of reconciliation in the world, through Jesus […] - [A Collect to Find Freedom in God's Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-freedom-in-gods-law/): Gentle Father, who knows our needs and our limitations, help us to understand the laws you have given us, that we would not follow blindly or constrict ourselves to our own detriment but find freedom and goodness in all that you have ordained, through Jesus Christ our guide and example, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Collect to Put to Death the Deeds of the Flesh](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-to-death-the-deeds-of-the-flesh/): God of grace and mercy, who guides us to true life, help us to put to death those things that draw us away from life and health, that we might live well now and be ever more ready to live forever with you in eternity, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives forever with you […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-mercy/): Lord Almighty, whose judgements are just and whose mercy is great, we thank you for not condemning us for our wrongs and for striving to rescue us from the destruction in which we have mired ourselves. Grant us grace to take hold of the rescue that you offer, through Jesus Christ our Savior, who intercedes […] - [A Collect to Look to Jesus for Life and Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus-for-life-and-healing/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was lifted up as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, let us look to you when we recognize our pain and suffering, that we might receive life and healing and be restored to wholeness, through you who was raised to new life by the power of the Father and […] - [A Collect to Understand What the Lord Speaks to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-what-the-lord-speaks-to-us/): Lord of heaven and earth, whose understanding is beyond all that we might gather, grant us faith to understand and believe what you speak to us, that our hearts might be filled with the knowledge and desires of your kingdom, through Jesus Christ our Lord who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory […] - [A Collect to be Born of Water and Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-born-of-water-and-spirit/): Great teacher, who bears the wisdom of the divine, may our earthly bodies be enlivened by your Spirit so that we might find our way into your kingdom and enter into your way of being in creation, through you who lived among us in the flesh and now reigns in glory forever with the Father […] - [A Collect to be Born from Above](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-born-from-above/): Lord Jesus, anointed one sent by the Father to free us from evil, may our natures be changed so much that we reflect the character of heaven, that we might recognize your kingdom and live as citizens of your reign and way of being, through you who rules in majesty, love, and glory forever with […] - [A Collect to See and Recognize Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-recognize-jesus/): Rabbi Jesus, our great teacher, prophet, and priest, grant us eyes to see what you have done and continue to do in the world, that we would recognize you and understand who you are and so come to you with humility and faith, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit's Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirits-power/): Lord God Almighty, who has seen the end from the beginning, pour out your Spirit on us all, that we might receive power and wisdom and understanding and might be given truth to speak before a world in need of you, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit reigns over […] - [A Collect to Know the Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-truth/): Spirit of truth, who declares to us the deep things of God, guide us into the truth, that we might know what is good and of the Lord and so be able to live according to your ways in this world and in the world to come, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you […] - [A Collect of Thanks for the Help of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-the-help-of-the-spirit/): Lord Jesus, who desires what is good for us, your disciples, we thank you for sending the Holy Spirit in your stead, that we might receive one who is with us always to help us and whom we may trust to be our advocate and support always, through you who reigns forever with the Father […] - [A Collect for Words and Courage to Testify of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-words-and-courage-to-testify-of-the-lord/): Holy Spirit, the wisdom and presence of the divine in our hearts, grant us the words and courage to speak on your behalf, that we might be your witnesses in the world to testify to the good you have done and desire yet more to do in the hearts of the people you love, through […] - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit of Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit-of-truth/): Great Rabbi, whose wisdom is beyond all our understanding, let us receive the words of the Spirit of truth who has come down from the Father, that we might receive greater understanding of you and your ways and so may walk as you walked among us, through you who ascended to the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-pentecost/): Lord God Almighty, who holds all power over heaven and earth, grant to us your Holy Spirit, that we might receive the power to do that which you have entrusted to us and to fulfill your mission of reconciliation among your children throughout the whole earth, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Receive the Undying Life in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-undying-life-in-jesus/): Gracious Father, source of all good things and most especially the goodness that is your presence and love, thank you for giving us the undying life that is in your Son, Jesus Christ. May we hold always to your Son that we may retain the life that flows through him and thereby remain in communion […] - [A Collect to Grow in Holiness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-in-holiness/): Almighty God, whose nature is holiness and whose word is truth, make us holy as you are holy, that we might rid ourselves of the sins and lies that strangle and entrap us and become free to live in your light according to the nature you have given us, through Jesus Christ our Savior, who […] - [A Collect to Understand the World's Disdain](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-worlds-disdain/): Almighty God, whose thoughts and ways are high above our own, let us not be surprised if the world neither understands nor accepts us when we follow after you, knowing that you do not belong to the world, and your ways are foreign to this place, through him who showed us your life and was […] - [A Collect Asking for Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-joy/): Lord Jesus, the perfect image of the Father made like us in every way, grant us your joy, that we might endure all things, knowing that you are with us and that what you do in us will produce great fruit for eternity and there reunite us with you, through you who reigns in glory […] - [A Collect to Be United in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-united-in-love/): Holy Spirit of God, our shield from all that would separate us from the Father, bind us together in bonds of love and goodness, that we might be one as you are one with the Father and Son, through whom and in whom we receive all good things and enjoy grace, mercy, and love without […] - [A Collect to be Protected from the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-protected-from-the-world/): Spirit of the Father, in whose name our Lord walked among us, shield us from the things of this world, that we might not be corrupted by the vices in which the world abides but remain in you and your goodness all the days you have given us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who ascended […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus's Showing Us the Father](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesuss-showing-us-the-father/): Lord Jesus, our teacher and master, we thank you for making known to us the truth of the Father, that we might know how to follow the word of the Lord in spirit and truth and so be children of the Lord, through you lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, […] - [A Collect to Spread the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-spread-the-good-news/): Father of light, who abides in heaven, and we abide in you, grant us the courage and will to proclaim your forgiveness and love to all nations, that many would turn to you and your ways and love you and one another in the name of Jesus Christ, through whom we receive your message of […] - [A Collect for Understanding of the Scriptures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-understanding-of-the-scriptures-2/): Spirit of the Holy One, source of all true knowledge and understanding, open our minds to understand the scripture and the truth that Jesus has spoken and lived among us, that we might repent of all that is not of you and preach to the world that which is good and right and true, through […] - [A Collect for the Ascension of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-ascension-of-the-lord/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has returned to the Father in Heaven, may our hearts be filled with joy at your reunion with the Father, trusting that one day we will likewise be taken up to be with you and share in even greater and unending joy in your presence, through you who reigns over all […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Friendship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-friendship/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who rules all things from your exalted throne, we praise you for your generosity in calling us friends. Let us never spurn the love and intimacy that you offer, that that friendship would be naught but joy to you and of great honor to us, through Jesus Christ your Son […] - [A Collect to Love One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-2/): Lord Jesus, who has shown us what it is to truly love, may we also love one another well, following in the example you have given, that we would be sons of our Father, who created us out of an overflow of great love and desires that all might receive the love that is freely […] - [A Collect to Receive Well What Jesus Taught](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-well-what-jesus-taught/): Loving teacher, who has walked with us eager that we receive what you give, let us receive well the things you have taught that we would be filled with the joy that you have the with the Father and Holy Spirit in this world and the world yet to come, through you who lives and […] - [A Collect to Live According to Jesus's Teachings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-according-to-jesuss-teachings/): Rabbi Jesus, our teacher and guide to life as you intended it to be, teach us how to live according to your words and your ways, that we might live within your great love and receive through you the boundless delight and joy of the Father, through you who remained within the Father’s love on […] - [A Collect to Receive Love and So Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-love-and-so-love/): Loving Father, who created us to share in your perfect relationships with the Son and Holy Spirit, may we receive always, moment by moment, your gracious and overflowing love, that in receiving such largesse, we might in turn love others as we are loved, through your beloved son who rejoices with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to Bear Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-fruit/): Indwelling Spirit, our counselor and presence of the Holy One with us, stir up our hearts to bear the fruit of love, hope, and faith, that we would be pleasing to the Father and so fulfill our task as followers of Jesus, through him who gave up all things for our sake and received them […] - [A Collect to Remain Close to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-close-to-jesus/): Lord Jesus, the source of our life and all that sustains us, let us stay closely attached to you, lest we become useless to you and fail to show the love and virtues that you have created for us to produce and so deserve to be cast aside as fodder for destruction, through you who […] - [A Collect to Remain in Connection Always with Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-in-connection-always-with-christ/): Lord Jesus, our source of life and goodness, draw us more and more to your heart that we would live close to you, and grant us also the grace to receive you moment by moment that you would remain close to us and so live in constant connection to the one who is our very […] - [A Collect to Abide in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus, through whom true life flows, help us to abide in you, to remain in your presence and love, that we might receive your life and power always and so naturally walk in your ways, producing the fruit of love, goodness, and joy, through you who sacrificed yourself for our sake and was exalted […] - [A Collect for the Word of Jesus to Cleanse Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-word-of-jesus-to-cleanse-our-hearts/): Spirit of the Lord Almighty, the presence of God in the air we breathe, trim and prune our hearts by the words spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, that his teachings would not fall on deaf ears or lie fallow in our souls, but would effect change and growth in our hearts, producing a harvest […] - [A Collect to Anticipate the Pruning of Our Souls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-anticipate-the-pruning-of-our-souls/): Great Father and gardener of our souls, who delights in the life and growth of all that you have made, let us not be surprised when we face difficulties and losses, knowing that you at times must prune our hearts for our own good, that we might grow more fruitful and more of a blessing […] - [A Collect to Love Others in Deed and Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-others-in-deed-and-truth/): Almighty God, who reached down into our troubled world in order to show your love with our human flesh, grant that we would likewise love those around us so much that we step into their worlds and take action for their good and so prove ourselves children of our Father, through Jesus Christ our Lord, […] - [A Collect to Be Filled with Love in Order to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-filled-with-love-in-order-to-love/): Holy Spirit of God, who knows the deep places of our hearts even better than we do, fill our hearts with gratitude, awe, and love at the willingness of Jesus to give himself for our sake, that in being so filled with that love, we might be willing to freely give of ourselves for one […] - [A Collect for Unity in the Church](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-unity-in-the-church/): Good shepherd of the flock, who seeks out all those who are lost, gather us together in one spirit and one mind, that rather than biting and devouring one another, we would all listen to your voice and follow in your footsteps of service and care for the world, through you who gave yourself for […] - [A Collect to Work with Christ in the Ministry of Reconciliation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-work-with-christ-in-the-ministry-of-reconciliation/): Good shepherd, who nurtures, protects, and guides us, your sheep, show us how we might participate in your work of gathering the many into your fold, that as many as are willing might know your voice and would enjoy your goodness, through you who is both lamb and shepherd and ultimately lord of all with […] - [A Collect to Know Jesus Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-jesus-well/): Good shepherd, who knows us much better than we know ourselves, increase our knowledge and trust in you, that we would know you truly and deeply as dear friends know one another and would be able to understand your great love for us and what you ask of us in the world, through you who […] - [A Collect to Recognize Selfish Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-selfish-leaders/): Spirit of Christ, who lives within our hearts, grant us the wisdom to recognize those leaders who do not care for us and who are only looking to themselves and their profit, that we would entrust ourselves to ones who follow in the footsteps of Jesus’s love and sacrifice, through him who died and was […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus's Sacrifice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesuss-sacrifice/): Good shepherd, who watches over us as your flock, we thank you for your willingness to give up your life for our sake. Grant that our hearts would be filled with gratitude for your sacrifice and with the yearning to follow in your footsteps of love for all people, through you who now reigns with […] - [A Collect to Know What it is to be Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-what-it-is-to-be-good/): Lord Jesus Christ, our example and leader in the way of goodness and truth, show us what it is to be good as you are good, that we would know your ways and would walk in them, fulfilling your way of justice, mercy, and humility in the world, through you who was exalted to the […] - [A Collect for Jesus to Become Seen and Known to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-become-seen-and-known-to-us/): Lord Jesus Christ, who was revealed to the world to save us from sin, show yourself to us that you would be imprinted upon our hearts, so that our sins might become like ash in our mouths compared to the greatness of your love and glory, through you who lives and reigns with the Father […] - [A Collect to Escape Sin through Knowing Deeply the Law of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-sin-through-knowing-deeply-the-law-of-god/): Holy Spirit of God, the presence of the Almighty as close as the air we breathe, write your law on our hearts, that your ways would be ingrained in our very being and we would thus escape temptation and falling into sin, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who fulfilled the Law through the sacrifice of […] - [A Collect to Purify Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-purify-ourselves/): Almighty God, whose nature is holy and whose will is pure, may we purify ourselves from all sin and wrong, that we would be ready for the coming again of your beloved Son where we would be changed into your likeness through the transforming power of your presence and love, through Jesus Christ our Lord, […] - [A Collect to be Transformed in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transformed-in-gods-love/): Loving Father, who has created us out of a desire to share your great love, continue to transform us day by day until that final day on which we will see you face to face and be fully changed into your likeness by the great magnitude of your power and goodness, through Jesus Christ our […] - [A Collect to Accept the Rejection of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-the-rejection-of-the-world/): Our Father in heaven, whose ways are truth and love, let us not be surprised if we are rejected by the world when we follow your way of being, knowing that the world likewise rejected you, but keep us close to your heart, that we might rest secure in your love regardless of what the […] - [A Collect of Thanks that We Should be God's Children](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-that-we-should-be-gods-children/): Gracious Father, whose love is beyond measure, we thank you for receiving us as your beloved children and heirs of your kingdom of love, joy, and peace. May we be ever grateful for your generous gift to us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, our brother, teacher, and Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Jesus's Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-jesuss-mercy/): Gracious Savior, who suffered for the sake of those you love, we thank you for your mercy and for your interceding on our behalf. May we strive to do right before the Father, that we might not strain your generosity yet trust that our errors would not separate us from your love, through you who […] - [A Collect to Confess our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-sins-2/): Holy Lord, whose mercy is ever boundless, may we be humble enough to admit when we have offended you and others, that in seeking forgiveness, our broken relationships might be reconciled and we would be cleansed from all wrongs, through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, by whom we have received access to you through the Holy […] - [A Collect to Recognize our Faults](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-faults/): Holy God, whose nature is goodness and whose character is without fault, help us to not deceive and fool ourselves into thinking that we are without sin, but may we be willing to recognize our faults, trusting in your forgiveness and constant willingness to show mercy and to restore us to life and fellowship with […] - [A Collect to Show Ourselves Openly to God and Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-show-ourselves-openly-to-god-and-others/): Heavenly Father, whose nature is light, help us to put aside the temptation to hide and instead show ourselves honestly to you and those who can receive us, that in being seen, we might be received by you and one another in love, forgiveness, and joy, through Jesus Christ your son our Lord, who gave […] - [A Collect for Lives that Match our Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-lives-that-match-our-words/): Lord God, source of all light and truth and goodness, keep us from claiming to walk with you while failing to do what you have commanded, that our words would match our lives and our hearts would convict us of our wrongs and point us continually back to your kingdom, through Jesus Christ our Lord, […] - [A Collect to Join in Relationship with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-join-in-relationship-with-god/): Our Father in heaven, whose greatest desire is that all might be reconciled to you, we thank you for your gift of fellowship. Grant that we would receive time and again the hand you offer and join the loving relationships that you have enjoyed with the Son and the Holy Spirit since before creation, through […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Witnesses to Jesus's Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-witnesses-to-jesuss-life/): Word of life, who walked and talked with your chosen disciples to demonstrate the true life to them in palpable ways, we thank you for giving us witnesses and evangelists who have declared to us the good news of your life and presence. May we receive their words and thereby receive the undying life that […] - [A Collect to be Reminded of the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-reminded-of-the-good-news/): Spirit of truth, who abides with us always and speaks wisdom to our hearts, remind us again of the good news that we received, that we would hold firmly to your proclamation of your goodness and presence with us and so be strengthened in our spirit day by day, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who […] - [A Collect to Trust Jesus for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-jesus-for-forgiveness/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has risen from the dead and now holds the keys to life and death, grant us grace to trust you for all things in our lives, that we might receive from you forgiveness and life anew both now and in the coming age, through you who reigns with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Learn from Our Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-learn-from-our-suffering/): Lord Jesus, our forerunner and example in the way of the Father, teach us to suffer well when we cannot escape trouble, that we might learn from the struggle and use it for your glory and our own growth despite the pain, through you who endured the cross and has sat down at the right […] - [A Collect to be Understanding of Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-understanding-of-others/): Jesus, our compassionate high priest, teach us to deal gently with those around us, as you are always gentle with us, that we might not forget our weaknesses and failings, but recognize that we are all subject to stumbling and foolishness and so have understanding for all, through you who loved us to the end […] - [A Collect for a Heart to Serve](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-heart-to-serve/): Lord Jesus, who gave up much in order to serve us, grant us that same heart and desire to serve, that in giving much, we would receive much in return and discover the joy that you knew from the beginning, through you who in that joy endured the cross and now reigns over all things […] - [A Collect to Give up Pride and Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-up-pride-and-status/): Lord Jesus Christ, who emptied yourself for our sake, grant us the willingness to cast off our pride and status, that in giving up the respect of this world, we might receive something greater in your eternal kingdom, through you who reigns over all things in the Holy Spirit through service and humility at the […] - [A Collect to Transform Our Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-transform-our-values/): Lord Jesus Christ, who came not to be served but to serve, work in our hearts to change what we value, that we would not be desirous of the things of this world, but would seek after what you desire and the values of your kingdom as true citizens of heaven, through you who took […] - [A Collect to Avoid Presumption with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-presumption-with-god/): Spirit of knowledge, who has seen the end from the beginning, grant us boldness when we ask of you, yet keep us from presumption, that we would not assume that we know what is good but would rest in your ways and your plan for us and those that we entrust into your care, through […] - [A Collect for Faith in Christ's Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-christs-compassion/): Lord Jesus, king of all kings and high priest of the living God, grant us faith in your compassion and empathy for our weaknesses, that we would not fail to approach your throne for mercy when we are in need, through you who loved us to the end and now rules in that same love […] - [A Collect for Contentment to be Last](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-to-be-last/): God of the great and small, who has experienced what it is to be lord and slave, grant us the grace to be content with being small and last and less than, trusting in your promise and desire to lift up the humble and the vulnerable and bless those who are least in the world’s […] - [A Collect to Let Go of That Which Hinders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-go-of-that-which-hinders/): Great teacher, who came down from the Father to grant us true wisdom, give us the courage to let go of those things that hinder us from entering your kingdom, that we would be free to receive what you desire to give us and we would enjoy the rewards you have prepared for us since […] - [A Collect for Help to Enter Christ's Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-help-to-enter-christs-kingdom/): Great teacher, who showed us the way and walked before us, it is difficult to enter into your kingdom. Help us in our weakness, that we might desire what you desire, believe what you believe, and live as you lived. This we ask through you who intercedes for us before the Father in the Holy […] - [A Collect to Hold Wealth Loosely](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-wealth-loosely/): Lord of all creation, by whose graciousness we possess all that we have, keep us from attaching overly strongly to our wealth and possessions, that our determination would be always to live not according to the laws of this material world, but according to the ways of your kingdom, through your beloved Son, who showed […] - [A Collect for Generous Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-generous-hearts/): Lord Jesus, who gave up all things for our sake, grant us generous hearts, that we would give willingly to those in need and so discover wealth of a lasting kind in heaven, through you who reigns over all things in compassion and joy with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘Jesus, […] - [A Collect to Unburden Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-unburden-ourselves/): Spirit of Truth, who knows us deeper than we know ourselves, reveal to us those things to which we are bound and which keep us from you and your kingdom, that we might let go of our burdens and be free to follow you, trusting in greater things to come, through Christ our redeemer, who […] - [A Collect to Accept Both Good and Bad](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-both-good-and-bad/): God of wisdom and strength, who is sovereign over all things that happen, grant us patience and understanding to accept whatever comes, that we might trust in you and your plan, believing that ultimately your goodness will prevail for us and all creation, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to be Increasingly Sanctified](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-increasingly-sanctified/): Loving Father, by whom all things were made, including we your children, continue to sanctify us through your beloved son, Jesus, that we might be more and more made drawn into your kingdom and your ways, following in the footsteps of our glorified brother, through him who died for all and was raised to new […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Suffering for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christs-suffering-for-us/): Generous Lord, who is crowned with glory and honor, we thank you for suffering for our sake, that we might receive the grace of God and one day be made perfect as you are perfect, through you who now reigns over all things with the Father in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘…but […] - [A Collect to Hear and Understand Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-understand-jesus/): Son of the Almighty, creator of all things and heir of the Most High, open our ears to hear what you have spoken and to understand your teachings, that we would know the will of God and walk in your ways and so remain within your good and pleasant design for us all, through you […] - [A Collect to Receive the Kingdom as a Child](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-kingdom-as-a-child/): Loving Father, who watches over us all with care and great attention, teach us how to come to you as a child, that we might enter your kingdom as you desire, knowing our smallness and receiving from you all that we need, through Christ our brother, who showed us the way and now reigns in […] - [A Collect to Welcome the Unloved and Unimportant](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-the-unloved-and-unimportant/): God of the great and small, who knows what it is to be a Lord and to be a servant, keep us from dismissing and denigrating the seemingly useless and unimportant of the world, that we would not bar from your kingdom those to whom it belongs but welcome all those whom you love, through […] - [A Collect for Soft Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-soft-hearts-2/): Spirit of God, who knows the depths of our souls better than we ourselves, soften our hearts, that we we not succumb to stubbornness and resist the good you desire for us but allow you to work your ways in us and so discover more than we realized was possible, through Jesus Christ the Messiah, […] - [A Collect to Pray for One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-one-another/): Lord God, who receives our prayers always, let us not forget to pray for one another, that we might be bound together in hearts and minds and would present one another to you for healing and strengthening, through Christ our intercessor, who rose from the grave to pray before your throne in the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Confess our Sins and Needs to One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-sins-and-needs-to-one-another/): Breath of the divine, the whisper of heaven in our hearts, grant us the courage to disclose our sins, our failings, our needs to one another, that in the unity of the body of Christ, we might find forgiveness, encouragement, care, and healing, through Jesus our savior who gave of himself and was raised to […] - [A Collect to Recognize When Loss Leads Us to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-when-loss-leads-us-to-god/): Gracious Father, who desires that we live well and enjoy your creation, let us not despair at pains and losses and troubles that we endure when they lead us to your will and your ways. Teach us to be glad that through them we may draw closer to you, through your son Jesus Christ, who […] - [A Collect to See Our Sins and Impediments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-sins-and-impediments/): Spirit of counsel and wisdom, who guides us into your straight and righteous ways, show us where we impede our own selves, that we might know what to abandon and sever and present to Christ for healing and so save ourselves from suffering in this life and the next, through Jesus our savior who sent […] - [A Collect to Care for the Vulnerable](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-the-vulnerable/): Almighty Father, who delights greatly in your little children, help us to protect and care for the weak and vulnerable, that we might not sin greatly against those who are most in need and might follow in your ways and footsteps, imitating our Father in heaven, through Christ our Redeemer, who reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Value Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-small-things/): Omnipotent God of all creation, who brought all things into being by your word yet remembers even the smallest sparrow, let us not despair of doing small things, trusting in the value of such acts of goodness in the world and knowing that you use all to bring goodness and light to your children, through […] - [A Collect for Unity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-unity-2/): Almighty God, Trinity of persons, cause the divisions among us to cease, that we would not hinder one another from doing the good that you have given each of us to do, but would trust in the multiplicities of your works and join one another in doing good for the world you love, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Turn Wisdom into Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-wisdom-into-works/): Holy Spirit, our constant guide and source of wisdom, grant us the courage and desire to turn our wisdom into works, that our lives and not merely our words would give evidence of the goodness that you have given us, and we would offer that goodness to the world, through Christ Jesus our Lord who […] - [A Collect to Love the Least](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-least/): Lord Jesus Christ, who rejects none, help us to receive those of no importance to the world, that we might be instruments of your love to everyone who needs your acceptance, comfort, and grace, through you who delights in all your children and intercedes for us all before the Father in the Holy Spirit. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Love Serving Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-serving-others/): Lord Jesus, who washed the feet of your followers, teach us to serve one another in love as you did, that we would not be enticed by status, but be ever motivated by love, through you who lives and reigns in goodness and intercession for all your children before the throne of the Father in […] - [A Collect to Delight in Being Last](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-delight-in-being-last/): Lord Jesus, who emptied yourself for our sake, grant us the courage and delight to humble ourselves, so that we might be elevated at the appropriate time and, in the meantime, learn to love others well, through you who was raised to the right hand of the Father in the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘He sat […] - [A Collect to be Unconcerned with Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-unconcerned-with-status/): Great teacher, who humbled yourself and took on the nature of a servant, guide our hearts to be unconcerned with our status and place, trusting that your great love embraces and accepts us all and that we are ever secure with you, who knows what it is to be low and to be raised above […] - [A Collect to Open Our Hearts Freely to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-open-our-hearts-freely-to-christ/): Loving teacher, who is patient with us and our fears, grant us courage to tell you whatever is on our hearts, trusting that you will receive it with gentleness and respect, that our faith and trust in you would be ever strengthened, and we would feel increasingly secure in your perfect love, through you who […] - [A Collect to Trust in Jesus's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-jesuss-love/): Gentle savior, who knows our hearts and judges us not, help us to not be ashamed and hide from you whatever it is that we fear, but grant us faith and trust in your goodness and your eagerness to forgive and help us always, through you who loved us to the end and now intercedes […] - [A Collect to Bless Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-others-2/): Lord and Father, who has blessed us with all good things, grant us the strength to put far from our mouths words that curse our brothers and sisters, that even if difficulty we might still bless those around us and so follow in your loving footsteps, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Collect to Attend to Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-small-things-2/): Spirit of truth, who knows our words before they reach our mouths, help us to not dismiss the small things, knowing that such things may grow great in time and may reveal truths to which you would have us attend, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns forever in you with the Father in […] - [A Collect to Speak Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-well/): Spirit of the Lord, who knows the thoughts and intentions of all people, teach us to be careful with what we speak so that we would do good with our words and put forth into the world blessings as you have blessed us, through Christ our redeemer who lives and reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect to Not be Ashamed of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-ashamed-of-christ/): Lord Jesus, who took on great shame upon the cross, keep us from being ashamed of you and your life, that we might not shame you yet more and would speak of your goodness openly to the world, through you who now reigns in glory forever with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. “Those who […] - [A Collect to Eschew Clinging](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-clinging/): Great teacher, who knows the ways of the world and of our hearts, keep us from clinging to our desires and needs and very lives, and grant that we would be secure enough in you to let go and receive back more than we would lose, through you who gave yourself for our sake and […] - [A Collect to Deny Ourselves When Christ Calls Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-deny-ourselves-when-christ-calls-us/): Our brother Jesus, who took up your cross for our sakes, grant us the strength to deny ourselves when you call us to, that we might not cling to our desires and false beliefs, but let go of that which prevents us from receiving what you offer, through you who died and was raised to […] - [A Collect to Embrace God's Mission](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-gods-mission/): Our Father in heaven, whose ways are far above our ways, help us to let go of earthly and lesser things and to embrace your ways, that we might not impede what you are about, but understand the work you do and join in your mission of reconciliation in the world, through Christ our example, […] - [A Collect to Do Good in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-in-the-world/): Spirit of God, who abides with us and in us, enflame our faith so that it would turn into action, that we would not merely speak of the good, but would enact the good in the world, making your will a reality and fulfilling your desires for all your children, through Christ our savior who […] - [A Collect to Remember Mercy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-mercy/): Almighty God, who has shown mercy to billions, turn our hearts to remember mercy as you do, that we would temper our judgment of others with compassion and understanding and so receive mercy ourselves for those things for which we will be judged, through Christ our Savior who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Be Neighbors to All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-neighbors-to-all/): Lord Jesus, who demonstrated the law of love to its fullest extent, teach us to love our neighbors and to be neighbors to all, that we would escape sinning against one another, obeying your law, and bringing good into the world as you did, through you who lives and reigns over all things with the […] - [A Collect to See How to Use Our Power Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-how-to-use-our-power-well/): Spirit of truth, who sees all that passes in our hearts, reveal to us where we have failed to use our power and privilege and wealth for the good of the many, that we would not abuse our gifts, but use them to lift up all the children that you love, through Christ our savior […] - [A Collect to Honor Those the World Rejects](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-those-the-world-rejects/): King of heaven, who reigns over all, both rich and poor, open our eyes to the value of every person and not merely those that the world values, that we might receive the gifts you have given to those the world rejects and honor all who bless your name as beloved children of their Father, […] - [A Collect to Put Aside Partiality](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-aside-partiality/): Lord of all nations, who shows no partiality, teach us to love as you love, that we would not evaluate others based upon their money or power or status, but would recognize all as beloved creations in whom you delight, through Christ our redeemer, who died for all and now rules over all with you […] - [A Collect for Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility/): Almighty God, who is far above us in power and wisdom and station, keep us humble, that we might not set ourselves above your ways and become entitled and proud but recognize that what we receive is ever a gift from your generous hand and be grateful always for your kindness, through Jesus your son, […] - [A Collect to Put the Words of Christ into Practice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-the-words-of-christ-into-practice/): Spirit of Christ, who speaks council into our hearts, grant us the courage and desire to put into practice the words our Lord has spoken, lest we become those who speak the truth but do not live it. We ask this in the name of Jesus our teacher and Lord who ascended to the Father […] - [A Collect to be Slow to Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-slow-to-anger-2/): Patient Father, who knows our weaknesses, teach us to be slow to anger, that we might not add yet more sin to the world, but would fulfill the righteousness that you desire for your children, through Christ our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity, now and forever. Amen. ‘You […] - [A Collect to be Freed from Evil Intentions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-freed-from-evil-intentions/): Holy God, whose goodness shines brighter than the sun, keep us from amassing evil thoughts and intentions, that we would not defile ourselves and so tarnish the image of yourself placed in our hearts. Free us from sin in the name of your son, Jesus Christ, who died for our sake that we might live […] - [A Collect to See Our Own Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-own-hearts-2/): Indwelling Spirit, who sees all that passes within our hearts, make us attentive to the things that come out of us, that we would recognize and acknowledge the evils that we bear within and work with you to purify our hearts of all that defiles, through Christ our Redeemer, who died that we might live […] - [A Collect to See Where We Misunderstand God's Law](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-where-we-misunderstand-gods-law/): Lord Jesus, who taught us the ways of the Father, open our eyes to see where we have replaced the law of love with our own personal and cultural demands, that we would free ourselves and others from useless things and bind ourselves to your way of hope and freedom and love, through you who […] - [A Collect to Abandon Laws that are not of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abandon-laws-that-are-not-of-god/): God of heaven and earth, who gave us your Law to guide our steps, keep us from declaring our own desires and comforts to be your will, that we would be bound by your laws and not that which leads not to life nor to you, and would find your ways to be restful to […] - [A Collect to Desire God Above All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-god-above-all/): Lord God Almighty, who has delivered to us your good word, draw our hearts to you, that we would eschew using you as an excuse for our own desires but would worship you in spirit and truth, desiring you and your goodness above all, through Christ our Lord who showed us the way of love […] - [A Collect to Bring our Needs to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-our-needs-to-god/): Loving God, whose ear is ever turned towards our prayers, incline our hearts to bring our needs and desires to you throughout the day and to lift up those in need and in our hearts for your care and protection, through Christ our Savior, who intercedes also for us before your throne in the Holy […] - [A Collect to Hear the Word of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-word-of-god/): Lord God, who spoke the world into being, give us ears to hear what you are saying, that we would be equipped to destroy the evils we face and to fulfill the work that you have prepared for us to accomplish, through Christ our protection and salvation, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect for Increased Trust in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increased-trust-in-god/): All-knowing God, our shield and protector, increase our faith, that we would trust you more, believing that your promises are sure and your goodness is real in the moment we have need of it, through Christ our Lord, who loved us to the end and ascended to you to intercede for us through the Holy […] - [A Collect to Stand in Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-stand-in-truth/): Almighty God, who has known the end from the beginning, incline our hearts to shun deceit and devote ourselves to what is true, that we would not seek to save ourselves through falsehoods, but would trust in you to deliver us in the light, through Christ our Redeemer who reigns with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to Know Our Weaknesses](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-weaknesses/): Almighty God, source of wisdom from highest heaven, reveal to us where there are holes and weaknesses in our struggle against sin, that we would guard ourselves against evil and temptation and stand firm in righteousness and truth, through Christ our Lord, who gave us a perfect example and ascended to reign with you and […] - [A Collect to Seek the Redemption of All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-the-redemption-of-all/): Almighty God, our shield and deliverer, open our eyes to see the spiritual evils that fight against us, that we would not villainize and battle the children you love, but would seek and work for their redemption as you do, through Christ our Lord, who died for all that all might live in union with […] - [A Collect to Cling to Jesus, Even in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cling-to-jesus-even-in-difficulty/): Lord Jesus, you who bears the words of eternal life, help us to cling to you, even when your words and commands are difficult, that we would not give in to the easy path but continue to work out our salvation in you and find the life you promise, through you who created all things […] - [A Collect to Honor the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-honor-the-lord/): Lord God Almighty, whose goodness reaches to the heavens, may our hearts be ever filled with awe at your power and holiness, that we would honor you and submit to your ways always, trusting in your wisdom and provision for all that we need, through Christ who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to be Grateful](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-grateful/): Our Father, who is generous with your children, teach us to count your goodness to us and to express our gratitude, that we would recognize the blessings you bestow, be satisfied and joyous at what we have received, and be more and more inclined to bind our hearts to you in joy, through our Lord […] - [A Collect for Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-2/): Lord God, the source of all good things, fill us with a spirit of joy, that we would not need to waste ourselves in useless pleasures, but would find great pleasure in being with you and with your children, through Christ our redeemer, who loved us enough to give himself for our sake and now […] - [A Collect to Understand God's Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-gods-will/): Loving Lord, who desires what is good for your children, grant that we would understand your desire and will, that we would not dither in confusion or rush into foolishness, but would be confident in knowing what is good and pleases you and leads to the life you promised to all, through Christ our teacher […] - [A Collect to Become Wise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-become-wise-2/): Lord God, source of truth and knowledge, make us reflective people, that we would consider our lives and our actions and not merely react to the world and so become wise and able to live well before you in this world and the next, through Jesus Christ our savior who lives with you and the […] - [A Collect for the Capacity to Fulfill God's Work for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-capacity-to-fulfill-gods-work-for-us/): All-knowing God, source of wisdom and discernment, grant us the tools necessary to fulfill your work in the world, that we would be a blessing to the people you have placed in our care and would further the work of reconciliation and redemption that you have been fostering since creation, through Christ our Lord, who […] - [A Collect to Confess our Fears to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-fears-to-god/): O Lord our God, who rules over kings and children, incline our hearts to confess our insecurities and fears to you, that we would not have to carry our anxieties alone and might receive from your hand reassurance and strength, through Jesus Christ our savior, who abides forever with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Put Away Our Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-away-our-anger/): Patient God, who has endured with us long despite our sins, reveal to us where we harbor anger and malice, that we would work to put such things away, forgiving those who have wronged us and freeing ourselves to love well as you love us, through Christ our savior who reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect to Deal with Anger Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-deal-with-anger-well/): Spirit of wisdom and of peace, teach us to process our anger well and to let it go when it is no longer needful, that we might not turn anger to bitterness and would keep our anger from moving us to sin. We ask this through Christ our Lord, who taught us the way of […] - [A Collect to Chase After Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-chase-after-life/): Bread from heaven, who is the life of the world, draw our hearts to seek after things that bring life, that we would not waste ourselves chasing after that which profits only for a short time but would devote ourselves to what truly satisfies the needs that you have set deep in our hearts and […] - [A Collect to be Willing to be Taught](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-be-taught/): Holy Spirit, our constant counselor and companion, make us willing to be taught and open to your teaching, that we would lay down our resistance and receive what the Father offers, becoming ever more capable of coming to Christ and receiving life and nourishment, through him who reigns with you and the Father in unity, […] - [A Collect to be Drawn to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-drawn-to-christ-2/): Father in heaven, who send your son to show us the way into your kingdom, draw us to Christ, that we would receive the good news that he teaches and that we might receive your undying life in this world and be raised up to live forever in the next, through him who lives with […] - [A Collect to Bring Troubles to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-troubles-to-jesus/): Great teacher, whose wisdom is enough for all our troubles, let us not grumble to ourselves or with one another, but teach us to bring our frustrations to you, that we might find not only solace, but perhaps help and cure for that which troubles us, through you who reigns in understanding and love with […] - [A Collect to Receive the Life of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-life-of-christ/): Living Word, who has come down from heaven for our sake, give us the bread of your flesh that we might receive you within ourselves and so obtain the undying life that you have promised, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen. ‘Jesus […] - [A Collect to Be Equipped to Do the Work of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-equipped-to-do-the-work-of-god/): Lord Jesus, who came from above and descended to be with us, equip us with the understanding, capacity, and desire to continue the work that you began, that all might be made mature and strong and brought under your great love and care, through you who is the measure of goodness and perfection under the […] - [A Collect to Live with Humility and Gentleness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-with-humility-and-gentleness/): Lord God, who has called us to walk with you, teach us to live with humility and gentleness, that we would love one another well in patience and unity as you have loved us in the same way, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who loved us to the end and has sat down at your […] - [A Collect to Come to Jesus Throughout the Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-come-to-jesus-throughout-the-day/): Lord Jesus, the bread of heaven, draw us to you each day, that we would come to you each morning and evening and throughout the day and receive all that you delight in giving, thus finding life and nourishment for our souls, through you who gave of yourself and ascended to the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Sustenance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-sustenance/): Our Father in heaven, who watches over us all with love and care, give to us all we need to sustain us, that we would grow ever more in trust of you and have strength enough to fulfil the works that you have prepared for us to do, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with […] - [A Collect for Increasing Faith in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-increasing-faith-in-jesus/): Rabbi Jesus, our teacher and Lord, increase our faith and trust in you and your words, that we might be able to perform the works of God and rest secure in your promises for this life and the next, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever […] - [A Collect to Seek What Lasts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-what-lasts/): Indwelling Spirit, our counselor and source of true wisdom, incline our hearts towards what ultimately matters and will satisfy, that we not waste our energy of things that perish but find the food that leads to eternal life, through Christ Jesus our Lord who reigns with you and the Father in glory forever and ever. […] - [A Collect for a Mature Love for Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-mature-love-for-christ/): Blessed Jesus, who still works miracles in the world, teach us to understand when we seek you for your gifts and when we seek you for yourself, that our love for you would be mature and pure, seeking not merely ourselves, but the relationship that you desire, through you who lives and reigns with the […] - [A Collect for Deliverance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-deliverance/): Lord God, you who raise up kings and cast down nations, deliver us from our troubles, that we would rejoice in your goodness and salvation and would live to praise you another day in peace and safety because of your love, through Christ our redeemer who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit over all […] - [A Collect to Care for the Poor](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-the-poor/): God of compassion, who gives refuge to those whose need is great, draw our hearts to care for the poor, that we would see them as you do: beloved children who deserve to be seen, known, and cared for and members of the body of humankind and potentially of your church, through Christ our Savior, […] - [A Collect to be Saved from Our Foolishness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-saved-from-our-foolishness/): Holy God, in whom there is no hint of darkness, save us from our own foolishness, that with you we might turn from our corruption and sins and instead fulfill the good that you have prepared for us to do in loving you and those you place around us, through Christ Jesus our Lord who […] - [A Collect to Be Transformed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transformed/): Almighty God, who can accomplish far more than we understand, work within our hearts, that we would be transformed by your presence, your power, and your love and become more than we even have capacity to imagine before seeing your goodness with our own eyes, through Christ Jesus our redeemer, who reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Know the Love of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-love-of-christ/): Holy Spirit of Christ, who abides within our very being, grant us understanding to know the greatness of the love of Christ, that we may be filled with that love and saturated entirely with it, made secure in the firm belief that God will never let us go, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with […] - [A Collect to be Rooted in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-rooted-in-gods-love/): God of love and all goodness, in whom we live and move and have our being, ground our hearts in your love, that we would be secure in our connection to you and rooted in your goodness, able to bear all that passes knowing that we are never disconnected from you, through Christ Jesus your […] - [A Collect to be Strengthened by the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-strengthened-by-the-holy-spirit/): O God our Father, from whom we receive life and breath, strengthen our hearts through your Holy Spirit, that we would be able to endure the sufferings that life brings and to serve you and one another as loving ministers of the good news of Jesus Christ, through him who reigns over all things by […] - [A Collect for Peace with God and One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-peace-with-god-and-one-another/): Spirit of the Lord, who lives within us as we are living temples of God, speak to us again of peace with you and with one another, that we would recognize our common humanity and seek the good of all, to your great delight and joy, through Christ Jesus our Lord who died that all […] - [A Collect to Be Continually Reconciled with Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-continually-reconciled-with-christ/): Great Messiah, who shed your blood that we might live, speak to our hearts and invite us ever more to receive the reconciliation that you offer, that our whole selves might be brought near to you and be filled with your peace, through you who has made us one as you are one with the […] - [A Collect of Remembrance for God's Work in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-remembrance-for-gods-work-in-us/): Gracious God, who has rescued us from alienation and sin, let us not forget where we have come from – our lives without you and lacking the hope that you bring, that we would be always grateful to you for rescuing us and for working in our hearts and lives to bring about the good […] - [A Collect for Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing/): Lord Jesus Christ, from whom the power of God flows freely, bring healing to our sick and broken frames, that we would be relieved from our suffering and would recover strength to praise you for your goodness, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. […] - [A Collect to Know When to Work and Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-when-to-work-and-rest/): Great shepherd, who leads your flock with compassion, grant us wisdom to know when to rest and when to push beyond our limits, that we would find the space to renew ourselves but also find strength to continue the work you have called us to do, through you who lives and reigns in wisdom and […] - [A Collect for Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion/): Great Rabbi, who teaches many things for our good, grant us compassion for those who are in need, that we might care about and care for your children as you do and join in your work of loving the world, through you who gave yourself for our sake and was raised to new life by […] - [A Collect for Rest](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rest/): Lord Jesus, who has taught us much about life and work with you, grant us rest when we need to get away from all that must be done, that we might have time to recover from the work that you have given and return ready to again pick up your ministry of reconciliation and the […] - [A Collect for Joy at God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-at-gods-presence/): Great and mighty God, to whom is all praise and glory and honor and power, fill our hearts with gratitude and joy whenever we enter your presence, that you would be honored and that we would recognize your goodness and respond with the praise you deserve always, through Jesus Christ your son, who reigns with […] - [A Collect to Praise Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-praise-jesus/): Christ our hope, who lived the perfect life that we cannot, may our lives be ever oriented towards you, that you would receive daily our praise and our lives would draw others to likewise recognize your glory and praise you for your goodness, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to be Worthy to Receive God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-worthy-to-receive-gods-gifts/): Almighty God, to whom belongs all the treasures of heaven and earth, make us worthy to receive the inheritance that you have prepared for us, that we would join in your grand purpose for creation and align ourselves with your will, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns over all things with you and the […] - [A Collect to Delight in Christ's Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-delight-in-christs-wisdom/): Lord Jesus, who shares in our flesh and our nature, may our hearts marvel at the wisdom you speak, that we would recognize the goodness of your words and strive to put them into practice always, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit forever in glory. Amen. ‘All spoke well […] - [A Collect to Accept Disappointment Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-disappointment-well/): God of patience, who has seen the end from the beginning, help us to accept graciously not receiving what we desire, that we would not turn our disappointment into rage but turn to you and one another for solace and wisdom so that love might soothe the loss, through Christ our brother, who gave up […] - [A Collect to Be Present With One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-present-with-one-another/): Lord Jesus, the head of the church and source of all wisdom, teach us to be with one another in good and bad, that we would encourage and celebrate one another in the loving community you established and so prove to be your presence in the world, through you who lives with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Find Good in the Church](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-good-in-the-church/): God of wisdom, who knows our needs before we understand them ourselves, help us to trust in the community you have brought together, that we would not grow frustrated or demanding that it be different but seek the good in what you have wrought, through Christ our delivered, who intercedes for us always before your […] - [A Collect to See Value in All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-value-in-all/): Spirit of God, present in all things and moving throughout all creation, grant us eyes to see the value of each person, that we would not discard or discount those who do not fit our plans, but all would be welcome and loved in your community, through Christ our brother, who loved us to the […] - [A Collect to Recognize our Worth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-worth/): Gracious Father, who delights in all of your children, remind us of your love and show us our value to you and to your church, that we would not call ourselves useless or feel that we are worth nothing, but know that we belong to you and are part of the community that calls itself […] - [A Collect to Eschew Prejudice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-prejudice/): Spirit of Christ, in whom we have been gathered together as one body, eliminate in us our prejudices and fears, that we would not reject those whom you have drawn together with us, but embrace all those who are part of the body of Christ, through him who reigns forever in you with the Father […] - [A Collect to Join in Christ's Mission](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-join-in-christs-mission/): Lord Jesus Christ, who proclaimed freedom to those in oppression, grant us the desire and courage to continue your work of justice and healing in the world, that the poor, the captive, the blind, and all those abused and exploited would be given hope, through you who reigns over all things together with the Father […] - [A Collect for Justice for Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice-for-those-in-need/): Lord Jesus, anointed one of God, bring good to those in need – the poor, the imprisoned, the blind, the oppressed – that your love would be known to all those whom you love, and justice would fill the earth like water fills the seas, through you who lives in endless joy with the Father […] - [A Collect for Restoration and Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-restoration-and-healing/): Loving Lord, who desires that all should know their belovedness, restore us and bring us again to life, that we would no longer feel abandoned and despairing but experience your love and presence, through Christ Jesus our savior, who loved us to the end and now intercedes for us before your throne in the Holy […] - [A Collect for Rescue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue/): Almighty God, who holds the universe in your hands, save your people, those whom you love, that we might be rescued from the darkness and destruction of this world and your people would praise you for your salvation and vindication, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now […] - [A Collect to Rely on One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rely-on-one-another/): Blessed Jesus, who is the head of the church, help us to receive from one another rely on one another, that we would be a healthy community, leaning on each other for the gifts and goods you have apportioned to us all for the sake of the many, through you who reigns with the Father […] - [A Collect to Seek the Good of All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-the-good-of-all/): Spirit of the Almighty God, who works in all of us expressions of power and wisdom and love, incline our hearts to use your gifts and our talents for the good of all, that the entire body of believers and all of creation would benefit from what you have wrought in us, and all might […] - [A Collect to Eschew Devotion to Useless Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-devotion-to-useless-things/): Indwelling Spirit, from whom nothing is hidden in all creation, keep us from being drawn and enticed by that which is futile and useless, that we would turn ever and always to you for wisdom and comfort and help and thus receive what we truly need, through Jesus our brother, who reigns in you at […] - [A Collect to Step Out in Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-step-out-in-faith/): Great Jehovah, whose power can do more than we can fathom, grant us faith to do whatever it is that the Spirit asks of us, that we would see the miraculous happen around us and our trust in your would grow more and more, through Christ Jesus our Lord, who reigns together with you and […] - [A Collect for Reassurance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reassurance-2/): God of comfort, shield and stronghold, reassure us, O Lord, as we sit in our fear and worries, that we would find security in you and trust that you will never forsake us but hold us close to you, ever willing to receive us into your arms, through the suffering servant who bore much suffering […] - [A Collect to Know God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-gods-love/): Gracious God, who shows kindness to your beloved, help us to believe deeply in your great love for us, that we would be secure in your goodness and thus able to live well and freely and generously as you do, through Christ our brother, who was ever secure on you and now lives in your […] - [A Collect for Protection from Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-from-suffering/): Lord God of all, our sun and shield, protect us from trouble and suffering when we must endure trials, that we will not be overwhelmed or consumed by what we must face, but pass through, trusting in your goodness and the promise of seeing your face, through Christ our brother, who endured the cross and […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Presence and Care](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-presence-and-care/): Almighty God, who has created us from nothing for your own delight, ease our fears and grant us faith in you, that we would remember that you love and care for us and that you are always with us no matter the circumstance, through Jesus our redeemer who lives with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Endure Fires of Purification](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-fires-of-purification/): Holy One, who came to set things right in the world you love, help us to be willing to endure the purifying fire, that the chaff of our hearts would be burned away, leaving what is good and loving and true, through you who spoke truth to us for our good and still intercedes for […] - [A Collect to be Baptized by the Holy Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-baptized-by-the-holy-spirit-2/): Lord Jesus, who wields the power of the Almighty, immerse us in your Holy Spirit, that we would know your will and your ways and would be made pure, free from all impurities that tarnish your image within, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. […] - [A Collect for Discernment of Others' Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-discernment-of-others-words/): Spirit of truth, from whom nothing can be hidden and who holds all knowledge and wisdom, grant us discernment of those speaking in your name, that we would know whether or not they are from you and whether to believe and trust in what we hear, recognizing your will and your ways, through Christ our […] - [A Collect for Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-joy-3/): Lord God Almighty, who gives good gifts to your people, grant us joy and comfort and gladness, that we would be satisfied with your goodness and praise you for the generosity that you pour upon your children, through Jesus Christ our deliverer, who reigns in perfect joy with you and the Holy Spirit forever and […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Deliverance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-deliverance/): Spirit of Christ, our counselor, guide, and source of all wisdom, help us to trust more and more in the good news of God’s deliverance, that we would live as you designed and desire for us to live both in this world and in the world to come, through Christ Jesus our Lord, who reigns […] - [A Collect to Discern the Will of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-discern-the-will-of-god/): Spirit of truth, the presence of the Almighty with us, help us to discern the mystery of the will of God, that we might join in the work you are about in the world and enter into your good pleasure set forth in Christ, who reigns in you with the Father in glory forever and […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Adoption of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-adoption-of-us/): Our Father in Heaven, whose will shall be achieved in its proper time, we thank you for adopting us as your children. Grant that we would become more and more like you, that we would take on your character and likeness: gracious, generous, and wise with you and with one another, through Jesus Christ our […] - [A Collect to be Blameless](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-blameless/): God and Father of all creation, who blesses us in your great love, help us to be blameless as we seek to follow your ways, that our lives would be a reflection of your nature and draw the world to the goodness that comes only from you, through Christ our Lord who reigns with you […] - [An Epiphany Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-epiphany-collect-2/): Jesus, born king of the Jews and of all peoples, instill in us a longing to search for what you are about in us and in the world, that we would know how to join in your work and bring honor to you among all nations, through you who came in vulnerability and was exalted […] - [A Collect to See the Blessings of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-blessings-of-god/): Heavenly Father, who abides in heaven in glory, open our eyes to see the blessings you have given us, that we would receive the gifts you desire for us to have and would rejoice in the goodness you bring to your children, through our Lord Jesus Christ, who reigns with you in the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Remember Christ Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-christ-always/): Blessed Jesus, who has given us all things for our good and for your pleasure, help us to remember you as we speak and work and go about our lives, that you would be honored and glorified by what we do, and we would thank the Father for the good you continue to do for […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Word](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-word/): Lord God, source of all wisdom and knowledge, open our minds to receive your word and your wisdom, that we would know what it is that you desire of us and how you have created us to live and abide together and so live well in the world you have created for us to enjoy, […] - [A Collect to Embrace the Peace of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-the-peace-of-god/): Spirit of the Lord, the presence of the Almighty with us, grant us peace, and grant us the capacity to embrace that peace, that we would not be buffeted by the troubles of this world or the pains of our past but trust in you as much as we are able, through Christ our savior […] - [A Collect to Accept Good Times and Bad](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-good-times-and-bad/): Lord over all time and space, who has known the end from the beginning, teach us to accept both good times and bad, that we would trust in you no matter what comes and rejoice that you remain always sovereign and that your ultimate plan can never fail, through Christ our redeemer who is alive […] - [A Collect to Love One Another Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-well-2/): Father of all creation, who in your great delight brought all things into being, help us to love one another well as you have loved us, that we would be children of our Father, fulfilling our nature, and bringing your light and goodness to all we touch in the world, through Christ our Lord, who […] - [A Collect to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive/): Gracious Father, who has forgiven us much throughout our lives, teach us to forgive one another, that we might follow in your footsteps and learn to love one another well as you have loved us, through Christ our savior, who died that we might live and now lives forever with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Seek Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-virtue/): God of virtue and all goodness, whose nature defines that which is worthy of seeking, stir in our hearts a desire to seek and embrace virtue, that our lives might be characterized by compassion, kindness, humility, and patience, through Christ our example, who showed us your goodness and then returned to your side in the […] - [A Collect to Receive Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-jesus/): Lord Jesus, by whom we were created and to whom we belong, incline our hearts to receive you when you come to us, that we would not in our confusion and pride and fear lose what you offer but find you to be what satisfies our souls, through you who lives and reigns with the […] - [A Collect to be Enlightened by Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-enlightened-by-christ/): Glorious Jesus, the radiance of God in human frame, may we be enlightened by the light you bring into the world, that we might be transformed by being in your presence and become like you in knowledge and goodness and love, through you who reigns in heaven on high with the Father and Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to See and Understand Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-and-understand-jesus/): Lord Jesus Christ, who took on our nature to be with us, shine your light on us and open our eyes to see, that we would understand your goodness and your ways and receive all that you are about in the world and in our hearts, through you who lives and reigns with the Father […] - [A Christmas Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-collect-2/): Gracious Lord Jesus, the glory of the Father, we thank you for taking on our flesh and living among us, that you might share our joys and struggles and know us fully and that we might be able to be with you as sibling and companion and friend, through you who reached down to us […] - [A Collect for Deliverance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-deliverance-2/): Lord God of Israel and of all people, whose arm is strong enough to save, come and rescue us who are weak and small and in need of your deliverance, that your promises would be fulfilled and that we would praise you again for your goodness and power and mercy, through Christ our Lord who […] - [A Collect to Fear God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fear-god/): Lord God, high above all rulers and authorities, show us what it means to fear you rightly, that in fearing you, we might also receive from you mercy and salvation and redemption as you have demonstrated to many who have gone before us, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you in the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Rejoice Over God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rejoice-over-gods-goodness/): Lord God our savior, who is faithful and has promised good things, open our eyes to see how you have looked upon us with favor, that we would rejoice over what you have done for us and be glad for your generosity and attention and care, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-goodness/): God of glory, who has done and will continue to do great things for the people you love, call us to remember always your goodness, that whether in good times or bad, our spirits would be buoyed with joy at your love and generosity, through Christ our savior, who gave himself for us and now […] - [A Collect to be Immersed in the Spirit of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-immersed-in-the-spirit-of-christ/): Great Jesus Christ, before whom we are not worthy to stand, immerse us in your Spirit, that we would be made clean and pure, able to abide in your presence and ready to be made useful for whatever you have prepared for us, through you who reigns over all things at the right hand of […] - [A Collect for Contentment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment/): Lord of all creation, who has provided good things for all those whom you love, help us to be content with what you have given, that we would not hoard and steal from others nor find security and joy only in the things of this world but rest secure in your ways and your treasures […] - [A Collect to Eschew Abusing Our Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-abusing-our-power/): Great Counsellor, the very presence of God with us, keep far from us the temptation to abuse our authority, that we would tend well those you have placed in our care and keep ourselves pure from selfishness and greed and all those things that defy your will and your nature, through Christ our Lord, who […] - [A Collect to Give](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-2/): Holy Lord, who created all things for the good of your children, keep us from miserliness and the hoarding of your gifts, that we would give to those in need and allow our goods to flow freely from our hands in the name of doing good to all those whom you love, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Bear Real Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-real-fruit/): High king of heaven, who stepped down from your throne to walk amidst your people, do not let us trust in our status or religion or any earthly thing for our goodness, but help us to turn our hearts towards your ways, that we would bring forth true good into the world, through you who […] - [A Collect to Bear Good Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-good-fruit-2/): Lord Jesus, who will return again at the appointed time, help us to prepare well the soil of our souls, to plant good seed, and to work faithfully and well, that our hearts would produce the virtuous fruit that comes through you who reigns over all things in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to See What Really Matters](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-really-matters/): Spirit of wisdom, who speaks to us the truth, grant us insight into what really matters, that we might dedicate ourselves to those things that are good and true and so further your good work in the world and purify ourselves from all that is not of you, through Christ our redeemer who live and […] - [A Collect to Pair Love with Understanding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pair-love-with-understanding/): Gracious Father, who created us all out of your great desire and overflowing love, grant us understanding of you and your ways, that our love for you and for all might grow and become true to your nature and desires for us and for your creation, through Christ our Lord, who reigns in mercy and […] - [A Collect to Remember Those Who Have Supported Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-those-who-have-supported-us/): Spirit of truth, who guides us in the ways of wisdom and love, call to our minds those who have encouraged and supported us along the way, that we would be filled with joy at the memory of those trustworthy and caring people and receive strength to continue along the path you have set out […] - [A Collect to See What Impedes God in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-impedes-god-in-us/): Holy Spirit, who shows us the truth if we are willing to listen, reveal to us the obstacles we harbor that prevent us from receiving you, that we might make a way for the Lord to abide in us and with us and so embrace and be embraced by love, through Christ our redeemer, who […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness and Cleansing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-and-cleansing/): Holy Lord, who calls us to repentance and righteousness, forgive us of our sins and cleanse us from the wrongness of our souls, that we would be able to stand before you as children of our Father, like you in love and goodness, and desirous to do your will in the world, through Christ our […] - [A Collect for Repentant Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-repentent-hearts/): Great teacher, who went before us to show the way, show us where we need to repent, that we could change our hearts and minds and see from your perspective what it is that you call us to, through you who reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in perfect glory. Amen. ‘He went […] - [A Collect to Prepare for Christ's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prepare-for-christs-return/): Coming Lord, who will return to set all things right, show us how to prepare the way and how to prepare ourselves, that all would be ready when you appear, and our hearts would be prepared to enter into the fullness of the kingdom you bring, through you who prepares a place for us with […] - [A Collect to Love All People More and More](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-all-people-more-and-more/): Loving Lord, who desires good for all of your children, increase our love for one another and for all people, that we might seek the good of everyone and earnestly desire, as you do, that all would know that they are your beloved creations and worthy of your attention, through Christ our savior, who died […] - [A Collect to Find Joy in One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-joy-in-one-another/): Loving God, who created us in your overflowing joy, may we find joy in one another as you find in us, that we would recognize the good that you have placed in each person and so find it natural to love one another well as is right and good in your blessed kingdom, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Be Alert and Ready for All That Comes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-alert-and-ready-for-all-that-comes/): Spirit of the Lord, who abides in us and with us always, let us not be distracted by the worries and troubles of the world, that we would be aware and alert for your invitations and promptings and would be ready for all that will come about when the Lord moves on the earth, through […] - [A Collect to be Unentangled with this Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-unentangled-with-this-life/): Spirit of wisdom, the precious gift of our brother, Jesus, keep us from being entangled with the vapid things of this life, that we would not be too distracted to see the divine things that have been prepared for us, through Christ our Lord, who reigns in you with the Father in glory, forever and […] - [A Collect to Believe what Jesus Said](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-what-jesus-said/): Great teacher, who spoke words of true wisdom to your people, grant us faith to trust in your words, that we would believe what you have told us and strive to live as you taught and so enter into your kingdom of goodness, light, and love, through you who reigns over all things in glory […] - [A Collect for Christ to Come Soon](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-to-come-soon/): Son of Man, our salvation in a troubled world, return soon, that the wrongs of this world will be set aright and those who suffer would find relief for their pains and justice for all that they have had to endure, through you who reigns above with the Father and Holy Spirit in wisdom and […] - [A Collect to Recognize the Signs of the Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-signs-of-the-times/): Great teacher, who grants to us your perfect wisdom, help us to recognize the signs of what is to come, that we would interpret well what is happening and be prepared for all that will be, through you who gave us great gifts of knowledge and presence and love and now prepares for us a […] - [A Collect to be Useful](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-useful/): Lord God of this and all worlds, let us not be useless or difficult to handle, lest you cast us aside and send us to be burned, but teach us to be useful to you and to all those whom you place in our lives, through our redeemer, Jesus Christ, who reigns forever with you […] - [A Collect to Not Pain Those We Touch](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-pain-those-we-touch/): Gentle Shepherd, who leads us in the ways of peace and refreshment, keep us from causing harm to those we touch, that we might not be thrown aside as painful and useless but accepted and treasured by all those you place in our path, through Christ Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Promises](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-promises/): Everlasting God, who was and is and is to come, we thank you for fulfilling your promises to David and to us all. Help us to trust in those promises and in your goodness towards us, that we would feel always secure in you, through our Savior, Jesus Christ, heir of David and firstborn of […] - [A Collect for Righteous and Good Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-righteous-and-good-leaders/): God of Israel and of all peoples, who seats kings and throws down nations, give to us rulers that reign in justice and righteousness, that your people would flourish and be refreshed, ready to step into the world and do the good you desire and have prepared for us, through Christ our Lord who lives […] - [A Collect to Follow Our King](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-our-king/): High King Jesus, who has inherited the whole of creation, may we listen to your voice and obey your will and follow your ways that we would belong to the truth and abide in your goodness and in the safety of your presence and love, through you who reigns over all things in grace and […] - [A Collect to Give Up Fighting for the Things of This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-up-fighting-for-the-things-of-this-world/): Lord God Almighty, who reigns in true wisdom and immeasurable love, keep us from fighting for the things of this world, that we would value what you value and trust in the goodness of your ways and the final triumph of your kingdom and culture, through Christ our redeemer, who lives with you and the […] - [A Collect to Not Belong to This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-belong-to-this-world/): Great King Jesus, who reigns over all things in power and majesty and love, show us where our hearts belong to this world and not to your own, that we might wean ourselves from the ways of the world and live more and more in alignment with your kingdom and your goodness, through you who […] - [A Collect to Encourage One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-encourage-one-another-2/): Indwelling Spirit, our source of perfect wisdom, incline our hearts always to seek ways to encourage one another, that we would not allow our brothers and sisters to fall into despair or foolishness but inspire one another to love and goodness in the world, through Christ our redeemer who reigns through you with the Father […] - [A Collect to Know and Follow the Ways of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-and-follow-the-ways-of-god/): Spirit of the Lord, who abides within us and speaks to us of the things of God, write your law in our hearts and in our minds, that we would know and follow your ways instinctively and naturally, fulfilling the good that you desire in the world and living as true children of our Father, […] - [A Collect to be Continuously Made Holy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-continuously-made-holy/): Lord Jesus Christ, the perfect lamb of God, we thank you for your great sacrifice for our sake. Continue to work in us your goodness, that we might be continually made holy and sanctified according to your perfect desire and plan for your beloved children, through you who reigns now over all things in glory […] - [A Collect for Strength in Trying Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-in-trying-times/): Almighty God, Lord over all that passes in creation, grant us strength to endure the trouble that inevitably comes, that we would not be destroyed by wars and disasters or be consumed with fear but lean into your goodness and the deliverance that you have promised, through Christ our savior who reigns with you in […] - [A Collect for Faith in the Midst of Chaos](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-the-midst-of-chaos/): Great prophet and savior of our souls, let us not be surprised at the chaos of the world and the destruction that we wreak upon one another, but grant us faith to trust in you and your sovereignty and goodness as we live amidst a sinful and troubled world, though you who suffered at our […] - [A Collect to Not Be Deceived](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-deceived/): Spirit of the Lord, our counselor and source of all true wisdom, grant that we would recognize those who deceive us, that we would not be led astray by soothing words and false hopes but recognize the truth, through our teacher and Lord, Jesus Christ, who reigns over all things through you with the Father […] - [A Collect Requesting Christ's Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-request-for-christs-return/): Christ Jesus, who bore our sins on the cross, hasten the day of your return, we ask, as we wait for you to deliver us from the troubles of this world and issue in the fullness of your kingdom of light. This we ask through you who lives and reigns in perfect unity with the […] - [A Collect to Be Ready for the Chaos of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-for-the-chaos-of-the-world/): Great Teacher, who knows the end from the beginning, let us not be surprised at the troubles and chaos of the world, but strengthen our trust in you, that we would know that you are present and working even in pains and trials that we must undergo, through you who endured great suffering and was […] - [A Collect for Willingness to Sacrifice for Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-willingness-to-sacrifice-for-others/): Loving Lord, who gave yourself for our sake once for all, grant us the same spirit that you have, to be willing to give of ourselves for others, that we would join in your way of endless giving and become part of that great kingdom of those who are joined together in love for one […] - [A Collect to be Content with What We Can Do](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-content-with-what-we-can-do/): Great teacher, who understands what passes in our hearts, may we be willing to give whatever we can and be not ashamed of our inability or proud of our capacity, but content to give as we are able to your work and to the good of others in your care, through you who lives and […] - [A Collect to Value the Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-the-heart/): Lord God Almighty, who knows the deep places of our souls, teach us to value what is in the heart, that we would not be swayed by that which appears to be great but would treasure true love, generosity, and goodness as you do, through Christ our Lord, who gave of himself for us and […] - [A Collect to Give](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give/): Heavenly Father, who sees all that passes in your great creation, grant that we would give what we can to your work and service, that we would not hold back out of fear or miserliness, but would value and be part of your work in the world, through Christ our savior, who gave everything and […] - [A Collect to Recognize the Arrogant](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-arrogant/): High King of heaven, to whom belongs honor and authority and power, grant us wisdom to recognize those who abuse their power and care only for themselves, that we would escape the destruction that their pride brings, through Christ our Lord who will judge the nations through your authority and in the Holy Spirit. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Escape Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-pride/): Great teacher, who humbled yourself to take on the nature of a servant, keep us from pride and from aggrandizing ourselves, that we would learn to accept with grace and joy whatever station we are given by you and seeking your respect rather than that of the world, through you who died a criminal and […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Salvation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-salvation/): Eternal Spirit of God, who abides with us and in us, purify our hearts that we would cease striving to deliver ourselves from all that troubles our souls but trust in the love and wisdom of our great Father in heaven, through Christ who offered himself for our sake and now lives forever in glory […] - [A Collect to Give of Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-of-ourselves/): Great high priest Jesus, who gave of yourself for our sake, grant that we would be willing to give of ourselves as you did, that through our sacrifices, we might do good for others and so follow in your ways and in the ways of your kingdom of love, joy, and peace, through you who […] - [A Collect to Attend to Insignificant of This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-insignificant-of-this-world/): Heavenly Father, whose eye sees every sparrow that falls to the earth, let us not ignore the stories of the poor and meek and insignificant of this world lest we miss something of great significance in your kingdom and fail to attend to what you are about in all the children you love, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Bless Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-others-3/): Lord God, who blesses us in deed day after day, fill our mouths with blessings for others, that we would wish well on those you have placed on our path and invoke your name for their good such that the world might be filled with love for one another, through Christ our savior who blessed […] - [A Collect to Love One Another Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-well/): Great teacher, who demonstrated to us the great love of God, open our hearts to your teachings, that we might learn to love one another well and so fulfill the law of the Lord and live well in the world that you have given generously to all your children, through you who loved us to […] - [A Collect to Love the Lord Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-lord-well/): Gracious and patient Jesus, who knows our frail frames for you took it upon yourself, show us where we have failed to love the Lord well, that we might amend our ways and fulfill the greatest commandment and be restored to right relationship with our Father and Creator, through you who died that we might […] - [A Collect to Love God First and Foremost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-first-and-foremost/): O Lord our God, who created all things by your word and of your desire, grant that we would place always first our desire for you and a desire to please you, that love for you would guide all that we believe and feel and think and do and that our hearts would thus reflect […] - [A Collect for All Souls Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christs-comfort-at-our-losses/): Our brother, Jesus, who wept over Lazarus in the tomb, we thank you for grieving with us over those we have lost. Be close to us in our pain, but comfort us also with the truth that we will all be with you in glory together when you return at the fulfillment of this age, […] - [A Collect for All Saints Day](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-all-saints-day/): Almighty Lord, who abides above all things and beckons us to come to you, grant us an earnest desire to follow in the footsteps of those who have ascended your mountain of virtue and holiness, that we might join with those who have gone before and receive blessing and salvation from your hand, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Power and Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-power-and-goodness/): Almighty God, who formed the universe from nothing and created all things by your word, grant us faith and trust in your power, that we would not doubt your wisdom or plans, but trust that you are able to fulfill your promises and do good for your children, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with […] - [A Collect for Greater Faith in God's Power and Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-greater-faith-in-gods-power-and-goodness/): Great physician, who knows our frames for you created them, grant us faith to believe in your ability to heal and your desire to do good, that we would trust in you for all that we need and receive from you willingly the good that you have planned to bring about, through Christ our redeemer, […] - [A Collect to Not Ignore Those whom the World Neglects](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-ignore-those-whom-the-world-neglects/): Lord Jesus, whose eye misses nothing and whose attention is on the greatest and the least, keep us from ignoring those whom the world neglects, but incline our hearts, like you, to love all those whom you place in our path, through you who lives forever in perfect unity with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Christ's Patience](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-christs-patience/): Gracious brother Jesus, who sympathizes with our weaknesses, we thank you for being patient and waiting for us when we strive to catch up with you. Help us by your Holy Spirit to come quickly, gladdened by your presence and willingness to be with us, through you who showed us the way to the Father […] - [A Collect to Turn to Jesus in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-jesus-in-need/): Lord Jesus, savior of our souls but also our minds, hearts, and bodies, may we cry out to you when we are in need, trusting in your capacity to heal us and to relieve us of our distress and in your compassion and care for us, to see us and be with us in our […] - [A Collect for Patience in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-suffering/): Suffering Servant, who endured much for our sake, grant us patience when we go through pain and trials, trusting that the Spirit may use such things for our good and that we through them may be made perfect and holy as you are, who reigns over all things in glory with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to Follow Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-christ-2/): Good shepherd, who bears both rod and staff for our good, help us to follow you wherever you lead, that in being close to you, we would receive the undying life that flows from your presence, through you who lives and reigns in unity with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘My […] - [A Collect to Trust that God Knows our Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-god-knows-our-needs/): Lord Jesus, the good shepherd, we thank you for knowing us better than we know ourselves. Increase our trust in you – in your understanding of our needs and in your desire for our good, that we would look to you for safety and provision and guidance all the days of our lives, through you […] - [A Collect to Hear Jesus's Voice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-jesuss-voice/): Good shepherd, who calls to your charges with love, help us to hear and recognize your voice, that we would attend to you and know what you wish of us and may thus follow where you lead, trusting that you lead us towards pleasant pastures, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Be Drawn Closer to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-drawn-closer-to-christ/): Good shepherd, who tends to those in your care, take us into your fold and draw us ever closer to you, that we would trust in you ever more and follow you wherever you lead, through you who lives and reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in green pastures above. Amen. ‘…but you […] - [A Collect to be Relieved from Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-relieved-from-trouble/): Loving Father, who attends with delight to your children, take from us our misery, and replace it with joy, that we would find relief and in gratitude praise you for your goodness and care for us, through Jesus our redeemer, who suffered for our sake but now abides in perfect happiness with you and the […] - [A Collect to Accept Whatever the Lord Chooses](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-whatever-the-lord-chooses/): O Lord, you who determine the paths of stars and planets, help us to accept from you both good and ill, trusting in your plan and your goodness, that we might receive from you what we need at the right time even as we ask for mercy and grace from your hand, through Christ our […] - [A Collect Asking for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-forgiveness/): Almighty God, who abides in highest heaven, we thank you for your graciousness and forgiveness. Do not hold our sin against us long, but grant us again your favor, that your kindness and love would draw us more and more into your kingdom ways and we would live ever more in imitation of your beloved […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-goodness-2/): Exalted Father, who does great things for those whom you love, let us not forget to praise you for your generosity and goodness, that we would recognize that it is you who saves us and not we ourselves and that we would be filled with and express grateful hearts towards you and your endless love, […] - [A Collect to Seek God in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-god-in-struggle/): Almighty God, whose power is tempered ever with mercy, may our hearts be always inclined in challenging times to seek you earnestly, that in fasting and prayer we might receive your grace and be strengthened by your Spirit, through Christ our savior, who abides with you in highest heaven above. Amen. ‘Saul got up from […] - [A Collect to Know How to Turn from our Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-how-to-turn-from-our-sin/): Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on us when we sin against you, and show us what we must do, that we might turn from our foolishness and make things right and so grow to be more and more like you, who lived a perfect, sinless, and loving life and now abides forever in joy and […] - [A Collect Asking for God's Intervention in Folly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-asking-for-gods-intervention-in-folly/): Great Rabbi and voice of wisdom, intervene, we ask, before we throw ourselves into foolish and destructive things, that we might recognize our folly and turn to you and seek help and forgiveness in our need, through you who ascended on high to reign forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in perpetual light. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Live as Jesus Lived](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-as-jesus-lived/): Blessed Jesus, who was exalted by the Father to the highest place, may we recognize you as our master and leader, that we would follow your will and your commands in earnest and so live as you lived in obedience to the laws of Heaven and the joy of the Father, through you who reigns […] - [A Collect to Turn from Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-evil/): Lord Jesus, who was exalted to the right hand of the Father, grant us new minds, that we might see the world as you do and turn from all that is opposed to you and your kingdom and choose the undying life that you offer to all, through you who reigns in power and majesty […] - [A Collect to Stand Firm in God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-stand-firm-in-gods-ways/): Almighty God, righteous judge of all people, let not our fear of others keep us from fulfilling what you ask, that your kingdom ways of love and humility, peace and justice would be our guide, even in times of threat and challenge, through our savior, Jesus Christ, who died that we might live and now […] - [A Collect for Faith in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-jesus/): Spirit of truth, who abides with us always, increase our faith, that we would believe that Jesus truly does save those who receive him and so trust in all that he has said and live according to the ways of his blessed kingdom, through him who reigns in joy and glory forever with you and […] - [A Collect to Trust Jesus's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-jesuss-words/): Rabbi, who has given us great teaching and wisdom, help us to trust you and in your words, even when everything suggests otherwise, that we would receive the blessing that comes from faith in you and discover the good and full life that you promised, through you who suffered for our sake and now lives […] - [A Collect to Trust in the Spirit's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-the-spirits-presence/): Almighty God, who is present throughout all creation, help us to remember and trust that your Spirit is ever with us, that we might trust that we are not alone and that you have empowered us to live as you have called us to live, growing and becoming more like our beloved savior, who lives […] - [A Collect to Speak of God's Goodness to All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-of-gods-goodness-to-all/): Risen Jesus, who has given us your Spirit, grant us courage to follow in your footsteps, as you send us out into the world to speak of your goodness and that of the Father to all who would receive your good news, through you who reigns in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘Jesus said to […] - [A Collect for Mercy After We Have Sinned](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-after-sin/): Righteous Judge of all nations, who declares the truth without partiality, have mercy on us when we have sinned against you and against one another, that the consequences for our trespasses would not be grievous so that we might repent and grow more and more in likeness to your perfect and beloved son, who reigns […] - [A Collect to Thank the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-thank-the-lord/): O Lord, whose goodness has no beginning nor end, let us not forget to thank you for your love towards us, that we would be grateful for your generosity and, in giving thanks, stay close to you and strengthen the bond of love that you began before even we were born, through Christ our brother, […] - [A Collect to Trust that God Hears](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-that-god-hears/): Almighty God, who reigns high above all creation, help us to trust that you hear us, that when we call to you, we would know that you listen and care about our desires and pains and joys here below and would take comfort in knowing that you are working all things for good, through Christ […] - [A Collect for Long and Pleasant Lives](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-long-and-pleasant-lives/): Lord God Almighty, who has watched your creation from its birth until the present and will watch until you bring it to completion, grant us long and pleasant lives, that we would enjoy the work you have given us to do and spend our days in gratitude and praise for your goodness, through Jesus our […] - [A Collect to Enjoy the Simple Pleasures of Living](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-enjoy-the-simple-pleasures-of-living/): Lord of the miraculous and the ordinary, who created a good world for us to enjoy, help us to humbly enjoy the work of our hands, that we might delight in the simple pleasures of living and be grateful for your generosity in creating us in your world, though Christ our brother, who reigns in […] - [A Collect to Hold on to Future Joy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-on-to-future-joy/): God of joy and wonder, who seeks always the good of your creation, grant us vision and hope for the good things you are bringing about, that we would not lose track of the joy that is coming and would trust in your promise of redemption and delight in the future, though Christ our Lord, […] - [An Easter Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-easter-collect-2/): Lord of life, who triumphed over death, grant that we would trust in you and in the message of your resurrection, that we, too, might obtain your undying life and receive forgiveness of our sins and reconciliation with the Father Almighty, through you who deserves all praise and honor and glory with the Father and […] - [A Holy Saturday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-saturday-collect-3/): O God, who is present in both good times and evil, when hope is taken away from us, help us yet cling to you, trusting that even though we must grieve and tolerate the pain and uncertainties of this life, you can redeem all things and make them new at the right time, through Christ […] - [A Good Friday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-good-friday-collect-2/): Quiet Spirit, who whispers in the depths of our souls, speak to us of the great sacrifice of our brother, Jesus, that we would take in how his suffering was bound together with great love, and our hearts would be awed and grateful and stir us to respond in reverence and with lives worthy of […] - [A Maundy Thursday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-maundy-thursday-collect-2/): Suffering servant, who humbled yourself and took on the nature of a servant, grant us humility and freedom of heart as you had, that we would be willing to give up the status and titles the world so treasures in order to love one another well, through you who with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Lenten Collect to Turn to God in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-turn-to-god-in-trouble/): Gracious Father, who sustains all things in love, help us turn to you when we are scorned and abused, that we would be uplifted by your presence and love and have no need to take vengeance but return good for evil, through Christ who trusted in you and was raised to life eternal with you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Let Go of This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-let-go-of-this-world/): God of earth and heaven, who was before all things and will remain after all is gone, help us to let go of those things that bind us to this world, that we would be free to receive the undying life that you offer and live with you in eternity. This we ask through your […] - [A Lenten Collect to Not Give In to Expediency](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-give-in-to-expediency/): Holy one of God, who was tempted and yet did not give in to sin, help us to see when we are tempted by expediency for the fulfillment of our desires, that we would not place our plans above what is right and good and so give in to sin and destruction of ourselves and […] - [A Palm Sunday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-palm-sunday-collect-2/): Lord God Almighty, who rules over heaven and earth in power and mercy, we praise you for your goodness and for the works you have done for us. May your glory resound throughout the earth that all would praise your name, through Christ our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perpetual […] - [A Lenten Collect for Strength to Continue On](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-strength-to-continue-on/): God in highest heaven, who calls us to follow in the footsteps of your beloved son, grant us strength to continue in the journey, that we might attain the reward that you have prepared for those who seek you earnestly, becoming like your son, Jesus, who reigns now with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Striving to Earn Approval](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-striving-to-earn-approval/): Wonderful counselor, who guides us in perfect wisdom, teach us to let go of the urge to prove something through our goodness, that we would instead trust in your love and the love of those who care for us to forgive, embrace, and celebrate us as friends, through Christ our brother, who created us in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Recognize the Value of Knowing Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recognize-the-value-of-knowing-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who offers to call us friends, may we understand the great value of knowing you, that all other things would pale in comparison, and we would become willing to sacrifice much in order to build relationship with you, who loved us to the end and now intercedes for us before the throne of […] - [A Lenten Collect to Not Cling to the Things of Earth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-cling-to-the-things-of-earth/): Lord Jesus, the bridge between heaven and earth, keep us from clinging to the status and goals of this world, lest we seek only the things of earth and fail to attain that which will last into eternity, through you who brought us the words of heaven and now reigns forever with the Father and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Recognize What God is About](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recognize-what-god-is-about/): Holy Spirit of God, in whom we live and move and breathe, help us to see the opportunities that are before us, that we would not miss what you present for our good and recognize what you are about in us and in the world, through Christ our brother, who reigns with you and the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Honor Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-honor-jesus/): Lord Jesus, whose crown is love and whose scepter is kindness, may we recognize the good you have done for us and our unworthiness in receiving it, that our hearts would be filled with desire to honor you, and we would give ourselves to demonstrating our gratitude and love, through you who reigns over all […] - [A Lenten Collect to Recline with Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recline-with-christ/): Blessed Jesus, worker of miracles, grant us grace to recline with you as Lazarus did, that we would experience your closeness and presence with comfort, knowing deeply that you care for us, through you who is the gate that leads to the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Six days before the Passover Jesus came to […] - [A Lenten Collect to be Reconciled to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-reconciled-to-god/): Gracious God, who sent us your son as an emissary of your goodness and love, show us how we might more and more be reconciled to you, that we would enjoy your presence and join in your work of love to all who cross our paths, through your son, Jesus, who lives with you and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Escape Bitterness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-escape-bitterness/): Heavenly father, who is generous with the both foolish and the wise, keep us from bitterness and resentment, that we would not harbor anger in our souls and so burn ourselves but trust in your justice and goodness to all, through Christ our brother, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Delight in the World Wisely](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-delight-in-the-world-wisely/): Generous Father, from whom all good gifts come, help us to use your creation and all your gifts wisely and in gratitude, that we would not waste your gifts and so destroy ourselves but enjoy the world that you have made as long as you grant us days, through Jesus our brother, who lives with […] - [A Lenten Collect to Recognize Our Foolishness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recognize-our-foolishness/): Spirit of wisdom, who knows the truth that can set us free, bring us to our senses when we have plunged ourselves into destruction, that we would recognize our foolishness and the largess of our heavenly Father and so turn and seek forgiveness and love, through Christ our savior, who loved us to the end […] - [A Lenten Collect of Thanks for God's Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-forgiveness/): Loving Father, who created us in an overflow of love, we thank you for being always ready to receive us, regardless of our offenses. Let us never forget your generous heart, that we would never fear to turn to you and seek your forgiveness and love, through Christ our Savior, who reigns with you and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Judging Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-judging-others/): Loving God, who welcomes all who would come to you, keep us from judging those whom you love, lest we fail to see our own faults and needs and so put divisions between your children and isolate ourselves from you, through Christ our savior, who gave himself for all and now intercedes for us before […] - [A Lenten Collect to Welcome the Outcast and Sinner](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-welcome-the-outcast-and-sinner/): Loving Father, who takes great delight in all your children, help us to welcome and live alongside those whom the world ignores and despises, that we would be truly your children who choose first to love and show graciousness to all who would receive it, through Christ our brother, who dined with the outcasts and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Turn to God in Temptation and Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-turn-to-god-in-temptation-and-sin/): Spirit of the Lord, who guides us towards righteousness and goodness, help us to turn towards God and seek the Lord when we fall into sin, that not only will we receive forgiveness, but that we might receive the love and grace to set aside our destructive impulses and live in the ways of your […] - [A Lenten Collect to Seek God for Our Needs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-seek-god-for-our-needs/): Generous Father, who delights in giving to your children, incline our hearts to turn to you for our needs, that as we turn to you, we would find our trust and love for you strengthened as we receive good gifts from your hand, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Not Waste Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-waste-ourselves/): Loving Lord, who provides for us good things to satisfy our souls, keep us from wasting ourselves on that which entices but does not satisfy, that we would delight ourselves in what is good and lasting, remaining strong and tied to you and to one another, through Christ our teacher, who showed us how you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Nurture Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-nurture-those-in-need/): Lord God, you who has cared well for us, incline our hearts to nurture those that need it, lest we heap further punishment and abuse on those who struggle and instead give support to them that they may one day bear good fruit, through Christ the vine, through whom we connect and receive life from […] - [A Lenten Collect to Fulfill God's Desire for Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-fulfill-gods-desire-for-us/): Gardener of our souls, we thank you for giving us more chances when we fail to fulfill your desire for us. Grant us grace to bear good fruit, that we might repay you for the good you have done for us, through Christ our Lord, who intercedes on our behalf before your throne in the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Repent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-repent/): Great counselor, our conscience and source of wisdom, move us in our hearts to repent of our sin and foolishness, that we would not be destroyed but receive your mercy and escape the consequences that evil requires, through Christ our savior who died that we might live and now reigns in goodness and love with […] - [A Lenten Collect to not Assume Others' Guilt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-assume-others-guilt/): Holy God, judge of all people, keep us from simplistic assumptions, that we would not judge others for their misfortune but seek always to love and place others lives in your hands, through Christ our savior, who died that we might live and now reigns above with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever. […] - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Ensnarement to Earthly Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-ensnarement-to-earthly-things/): Holy God, whose nature is goodness and joy and love, draw our minds and hearts from earthly things, that we would not be ensnared by that which leads to destruction but be drawn to things that bring real life and satisfy the soul, through Jesus our brother, who showed us the way to the Father […] - [A Lenten Collect for Examples to Follow](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-examples-to-follow/): Lord Jesus, who set the foundation of the church through your disciples, give us mentors and fathers and mothers that we would have good and righteous examples to follow who demonstrate your love and virtue and inspire us to do the same, through you who loved us to the end and now rules over all […] - [A Lenten Collect to See God in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-see-god-in-the-world/): God of all creation, whose handiwork exceeds our understanding, open our eyes to see what you have wrought, that we would recognize what you are communicating to us through your works and hear your reassurances and wisdom in the world you created, through Christ our Lord who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Lenten Collect to Trust in God's Promises](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-in-gods-promises/): You who hung the stars in place, grant us faith to trust in your promises, that we, like Abraham, would be counted righteous and hold on to your words as our very life, through Christ our redeemer, who with you and the Holy Spirit in great wisdom set the pillars of the earth and reigns […] - [A Lenten Collect for Reassurance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-reassurance/): Gentle Father, who knows our weakness, reassure us when we are afraid, that strengthened by your care, we would be emboldened to fulfill your will for us in the world, through Christ our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘After these things the word of the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Accept Vulnerability](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-accept-vulnerability/): Lord Jesus, our shield and defender, help us to lay down our pride and our strength, that we would allow ourselves to grow young and accept our vulnerability and so receive your comfort and care as your children, through you who loved us to the end and now prepares us place for us with you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Spurning the Lord's Offers](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-spurning-the-lords-offers/): Gentle Father, who longs to care for your children, forgive us when we refuse your love, and cause us to see when we spurn you, that we would recognize our foolishness and set aside our pride and shame to receive the good that you offer to us, through Christ our Lord, who live and reigns […] - [A Lenten Collect for Forgiveness for Impertinence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-forgiveness-for-impertinence/): Almighty God, forgiving and understanding, forgive us when we make demands of you and challenge your will, that in your patience, you would restore our faith in your plans and restore humility and trust in our hearts, through Christ our savior, who showed us how to receive your love and now intercedes for us before […] - [A Lenten Collect to Not Use God for Our Plans](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-use-god-for-our-plans/): Lord God, who has promised us good in your love, keep us from the temptation to use you for our own devices, that our hearts would be satisfied in relationship and not in utility, and you would find joy in us as we find it in you, though Christ our brother, who walked with you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Worship the Lord Only](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-worship-the-lord-only/): Almighty God, who created us for your good pleasure, incline our hearts to worship and praise you first and only, that we would not spend our lives on the passing things of the world, but devote ourselves to your eternal treasures and the joy of knowing you, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew the Glory of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-the-glory-of-the-world/): Spirit of Christ, our counselor and conscience, keep us from being tempted by the glory of this world, that we would not give in to lust for power and wealth and renown, but seek your kingdom and its values, through Jesus our savior, who resisted temptation on earth and now rules in joy in heaven […] - [A Lenten Collect to Seek That Which Satisfies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-seek-that-which-satisfies/): Lord Jesus, our teacher and source of all wisdom, teach us how our hearts are truly satisfied, that we would not merely gratify our impulses but seek carefully after those things for which we were made, through you who reigns in joy with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven forever. Amen. ‘The devil said […] - [A Lenten Collect to Challenge Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-challenge-ourselves/): Holy Spirit, in whose presence we live and move and breathe, grant us courage to challenge and stretch ourselves, that in doing difficult things, we would strengthen ourselves for your service and the good of all those in our world, through Christ our redeemer, who endured hardship for our sake and now rules over all […] - [A Lenten Collect to Follow the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-follow-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit, the wisdom of God in our hearts, make us willing to follow you wherever you lead, that whether we are called to the desert or into the city, whether into darkness or light, we would go where you send us and find the life that you offer there, through Christ our example, who […] - [A Lenten Collect to Put Aside Enmity with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-put-aside-enmity-with-god/): Christ Jesus, our example and teacher, show us where we are yet at odds with God, that we might put aside our hostility and be reconciled to our Father and step into your great love, through you who intercedes for us before the Father’s throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘We entreat you on behalf […] - [A Lenten Collect to Seek the Things of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-seek-the-things-of-heaven/): Our Father in heaven, in whom is life and love and joy always, set our hearts on heavenly things, that we would not seek desperately after that which will fade and fall apart, but find joy in things that you have designed to truly satisfy our souls, through Christ our Lord who gave of himself […] - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Seeking Others' Approval](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-seeking-others-approval/): Lord God, who sees all that happens whether openly or hidden, keep us from seeking to look good in others eyes, that we would not merely do good for pride’s sake, but out of love and compassion and joy as you, through Christ our savior who loved his people well and ascended to you to […] - [An Ash Wednesday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-ash-wednesday-collect/): Merciful Lord, slow to anger and abounding in love, be merciful to your foolish children and call us again to repentance, that we would return to you, grieving our sins and seeking anew your ways and your presence, through Christ our savior who took our sins upon his shoulders and now intercedes for us before […] - [A Collect to Trust in the Spirit's Comings and Goings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-the-spirits-comings-and-goings/): Holy Spirit, who comes and goes like the wind, help us to not strive and strain to maintain your presence with us, that we would trust in your comings and goings, knowing that your plan is wiser than our wisdom and your ways are always directed for our good, through Christ Jesus our Lord, who […] - [A Collect to Awaken at God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-awaken-at-gods-presence/): Lord God, whose glory would fill the whole earth at your command, rouse us from sleep and waken us when you appear, that we would not miss your call to us, but be ready to attend to you – to hear your words and fulfill your will with eagerness and gratitude, through Christ our savior, […] - [A Collect to Be Transformed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-transformed-2/): Lord Jesus, who was transformed atop the mountain, transform us into your glorious likeness, that we would be made clean of our sins and vices and foolishness and made free to love as you love us, through you who lives forever in unity with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘And while he […] - [A Collect for Forgiving Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiving-hearts/): Gracious Father, who is patient with your stubborn and foolish children, grant us forgiving hearts, that we would be understanding and patient as you are, releasing those who have wronged us from whatever debt we hang on to and freeing ourselves from the minutia of living with tallies of being owed, through Jesus your son, […] - [A Collect to Not Judge Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-judge-others/): Brother Jesus, who knows what it is to be tempted and limited and weak, having shared our flesh, keep us from judging others, lest we forget our own weaknesses and needs and thus call judgement down upon ourselves for our own failings, through you whose love encompasses all humanity, even from heaven where you live […] - [A Collect for Generosity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-generosity/): Gracious creator, who has given great gifts to many, keep us from miserliness and from hoarding our riches, that we would be generous as you are, giving without expecting return and delighting in what good we may do for others, through Jesus our example, who gave everything that we might live and now lives with […] - [A Collect to Love Those Who Do Not Love Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-those-who-do-not-love-us/): Christ Jesus, who forgave even those who pinned you to the cross, help us to go beyond the requirements of this world and to love those who do not return that love. In this way, may we walk as you do, seeking always the good of others in the hopes that goodness and reconciliation may […] - [A Collect to Give up Vengeance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-up-vengeance/): Holy Spirit of God, who offers divine wisdom to those who will listen, take from us the impulse to exact vengeance on those who have wronged us, that we would repay evil with good and give ourselves in the service of love, through Christ our Lord who reigns in you with the Father in glory, […] - [A Collect to Repay Evil with Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-repay-evil-with-good/): Generous God, who gives life and rain and blessings to both the good and evil, teach us not to respond to evil with evil, that we would bless those who curse us and seek the good of all and so fill creation with your love and goodness, through Christ our savior, who died for us […] - [A Collect to Love Our Enemies](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-our-enemies/): Loving Father, who desired us into being, teach us how to love even those who hate us, that we would not be consumed by anger or animosity, but desire good for all who would be willing to receive it, through Christ Jesus our example and lord, who reigns in perfect unity with you and the […] - [A Collect to Know Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-hearts-2/): Wise and discerning Lord, who knows our true needs, search our hearts and show us the truth of our souls, that we might know our secret faults and convoluted desires and thus know what to offer to you for forgiveness and healing and so be made whole and ready for the ways of your kingdom, […] - [A Collect to Not Fall Prey to Self-Deception](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-fall-prey-to-self-deception/): God of wisdom, who understands all things for you created them, help us to test our hearts, knowing that they are layered and complex, that we might not fall prey to our own self-deception and discover the truth that you desire in our deepest parts, through Christ our Lord, who reigns above with you and […] - [A Collect to Detach from the World's Wealth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-detach-from-the-worlds-wealth/): Almighty Father, who gives good gifts to your children, keep us from being too attached to the things of this world, that we would not depend on wealth and food and praise for our consolation, but look to the things of your kingdom and trust that your ways are what will truly satisfy our souls, […] - [A Collect to See to the Coming Day of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-to-the-coming-day-of-the-lord/): Great and mighty God, creator of all that we see and beyond, grant us eyes to see that what passes in this world is not all that happens, that we would look forward to the coming day when all would be made right in your kingdom and your children will receive good things from your […] - [A Collect to Value What God Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-value-what-god-values/): Great teacher, Jesus, who speaks wisdom to your followers, teach us to value those things that matter to the Father, that we would come to seek after those things that will truly satisfy our souls and abide in the kingdom you came to establish for the good of those whom you love, through you who […] - [A Collect for Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-2/): Lord Jesus, who bears the power of God in your hands, heal us from our sicknesses and free us from our troubles, that we would praise you for your goodness and bear the strength to serve you well, proclaiming your gospel and showing love to all your beloved children, through you who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect for an Eternal Perspective](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-an-eternal-perspective/): Holy Lord, whose kingdom is not of this world, keep us from trusting and being fixated on the things of this earth and this present life, but grant us your perspective, one that reaches to eternity and bears your values and thinks of your ways, through Christ our savior, who showed us the way and […] - [A Collect to Remember God at Work in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-at-work-in-trouble/): Holy Spirit of God, who is ever present with us in good and evil, help us to be mindful that even in tragedy and chaos and devastation that you are still present, that even when we feel abandoned and sent away, we would cling to the truth that you are near to us and working […] - [A Collect to Not Refuse God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-refuse-gods-gifts/): Almighty God, whose patience is long but not forever, do not let us stop up our ears and blind our eyes too long, lest we plunge recklessly into chaos and fail to obtain the good that you offer to us, the understanding and healing that you desire your children to receive, through Jesus our teacher, […] - [A Collect to be Willing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing/): Indwelling Spirit, who speaks truth to our hearts, make us willing to offer ourselves to your service, that when you call, we would go and do whatever it is that you ask of us, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns in you at the right hand of the Father in glory. Amen. ‘Then […] - [A Collect to be Willing to Endure Hardship to be Made Pure](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-endure-hardship-to-be-made-pure/): Almighty One, whose presence fills the whole earth, make us willing to endure difficulty and trials when it is needful, that our sinful habits and the darkness of our hearts might be burned away, made pure for your service and your indwelling Spirit’s presence, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Recognize Our Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-sin/): Holy God, king of all creation and all that ever shall be, may we be conscious of our sin and ruin when we come into your presence, that in humility and recognition of the truth, we would turn to you for mercy and forgiveness, trusting in your love to restore and sustain us, through Christ […] - [A Collect for Security in Times of Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-security-in-times-of-trouble/): Our Father in Heaven, who watches over all that passes here on earth, remind us when things are uncertain and changing that you are still sovereign over all things, that we might feel secure in you, trusting in your goodness even in trouble, through Christ our savior, who reigns with you in the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Follow When Jesus Calls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-when-jesus-calls/): Lord Jesus, who does miraculous things in our midst, make us willing to follow you whenever you call, that we would not cling to the things of this world or the things of our lives, but trust in your ability to grant us greater things both here and in the world to come, through you […] - [A Collect to Abide Not Knowing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-not-knowing/): Holy God, who is hidden in mystery, help us learn to abide without knowing, to be content with not seeing you clearly, trusting that at the right time, we will see you face to face and understand all that you are bringing about, through our Lord Jesus Christ, who reigns with you in the Holy […] - [A Collect to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love/): Blessed Jesus, who showed us the greatest love, let love be our greatest virtue and motivation, that we would not trust in knowledge or power or good deeds or even faith if they are not done in love for one another and for all the world. This we ask through you who lives forever in […] - [A Collect to Bring Destructive Impulses to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-destructive-impulses-to-god/): Spirit of the Lord, the presence of the Holy in our breath, do not let us be overwhelmed by emotions that lead to destruction, but help us remember to bring such feelings to you that we might bring about good in the world and not evil and so follow in your ways, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Accept Unanswered Prayer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-unanswered-prayer/): Holy Spirit, our ever-present counselor, help us to accept when we do not get what we desire, that we would trust in your goodness regardless, knowing that your ways are higher than our ways and your love will yet hold us in both good and bad, through Christ our Lord, who lives with you and […] - [A Collect to not Demand of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-demand-of-god/): Almighty God, who parted waters and healed the sick, let us not make demands of you in our self-centered-ness, that we would learn to trust what you are about and accept your gifts gratefully when they come, knowing that your ways are good and your thoughts higher than our own, through Christ our teacher, who […] - [A Collect to Believe in the Great Inversion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-in-the-great-inversion/): Creator God, who set the universe in motion and knows its design and function, help us to truly see how life works, that we would comprehend the upside-down way of your Kingdom and seek to live according to your ways of humility and contentment and so find the riches you have prepared, through Jesus our […] - [A Collect for Faith in God's Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-gods-power/): Almighty God, who works wonders on behalf of those you love, increase our faith, that we would be enabled to receive the miraculous and witness your power in our midst, through Christ our Lord, who died and was raised to new life and now reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and […] - [A Collect for Mercy for Our Failings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-for-our-failings/): Lord God, righteous judge of all people, do not destroy us as we justly deserve. Have mercy on us for our failings, and guide us in your ways of justice and mercy and truth, that we would produce good fruit, appropriate to your kingdom and your character and pleasing to your taste, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Not Spurn God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-spurn-gods-gifts/): Gracious Father, who works the soil of our hearts and communities, may we not abuse your largesse and ignore your goodness to us, but may we turn your generosity into gratitude and return to your hand mercy and justice and love, through Christ our redeemer, who blessed us with your wisdom and now intercedes for […] - [A Collect to Understand the Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-times/): Master of all time and space, who has seen the end from the beginning, grant us eyes to see and interpret the truth of what is happening around us, that we would know what it is that we ought to do and act as your hands of real love and mercy and justice in the […] - [A Collect to Anticipate Conflict Against Kingdom Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-anticipate-conflict-against-kingdom-ways/): Christ Jesus, whose words cut to our very hearts, let us not forget that your kingdom and it ways are foreign to this world, that we would anticipate strife and division yet place ourselves in your willing, powerful, and loving hands, through you who reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and […] - [A Collect to Remember We Are Foreigners](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-we-are-foreigners/): Heavenly Father, who graciously adopted us into your family, remind us that we are foreigners on this earth, that we would not become too comfortable here and too attached to the ways of this world, but long for a better home and trust in the time when you will provide it for us, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Invest in the Kingdom of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-invest-in-the-kingdom-of-heaven/): Almighty God, architect of all heaven and earth, stir in us a longing for your heavenly kingdom, that we would be dissatisfied with the things of this world and invest in that which will last through eternity, through Christ our Lord, who lives in glory with you and the Holy Spirit now and forever. Amen. […] - [A Collect for Faith to Obey God's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-to-obey-gods-call/): Lord God, who knows what is good for us better than we know for ourselves, grant us faith to obey you when you call, that even when we do not understand, we would rely on our trust in your goodness and follow you wherever you may lead, through Jesus our teacher, who did only what […] - [A Collect to Be Ready to Hear God's Call](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-to-hear-gods-call/): Master of Heaven and Earth, who rules over all things in power and glory, keep us from distractions and temptations that draw us from you, that we would be ready to hear your call and fulfill your desire as good servants of your blessed kingdom, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect to be Drawn to Heavenly Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-drawn-to-heavenly-things/): Lord God of heaven, who abides forever in glory, draw our eyes and minds to the things of heaven, that we would seek eagerly those things that last to eternity and work for that which cannot be destroyed, through Jesus our brother, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy. Amen. ‘Sell […] - [A Collect to Let Go of All that Keeps Us from God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-go-of-all-that-keeps-us-from-god/): Heavenly Father, who is eager to give us good gifts, grant us the courage to let go of those things that keep us from you and your kingdom, that our hands would be open to receive lasting and joyous treasures from you, through Jesus our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Set Down Our Worries](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-down-our-worries/): Loving Father, who generously gives good gifts to your children, remove from us our anxieties and fears and worries about the things of this world, that we would not be distracted from the invitations and offerings that you give and could receive from your hand all that you are pleased to provide, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Recognize Our Poor Choices](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-poor-choices/): Righteous God, who nature is both justice and mercy, show us where our actions have led to our own destruction, that we would recognize where we must rethink our choices and turn to you for guidance and wisdom, embracing the way of your Kingdom, through Christ our Lord, who lives forever with you and the […] - [A Collect to See the Good God Has Done](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-good-god-has-done/): Gracious God, from whom all good gifts originate, help us to see the good that you have done for us, that we would be grateful for your kindness and be bound to you in our hearts in praise and thankfulness, through Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Answer God's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-answer-gods-invitations/): Gracious Father, who is patient and persistent with our foolish hearts, grant us the willingness to answer your call, that we would not blithely ignore your invitations but heed your wisdom, setting aside that which pulls us away from you and acknowledge the goodness that you offer to your children, through Jesus our brother, who […] - [A Collect to Remember the Things of Heaven](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-the-things-of-heaven/): Spirit of truth, our counselor and source of great wisdom, keep us from attending only to the pleasures of this world, that we would not miss the greater issues of the Kingdom of Heaven and so lose that which lasts not only through this life but also the life to come, through Christ our Lord, […] - [A Collect to Recognize Our Temptation to Greed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-temptation-to-greed/): Gracious God, who knows our weaknesses and needs, show us where our hearts are tied to money and possessions, that we would know where we are tempted and may seek your aid to release that which binds us and keeps us from trusting in you, through Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Not Use God for Our Purposes](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-use-god-for-our-purposes/): Almighty God, who is far above all our earthly concerns, let us not seek to use you or your name to resolve our quarrels and difficulties, but teach us to love as you love and so learn to navigate the challenges of this world according to the ways of your blessed Kingdom, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Release Our Unnecessary Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-release-our-unnecessary-attachments/): Gentle shepherd, who knows us better than we know ourselves, show us where our hearts are attached too much to passing things, that we might be better able to release our grip and receive the good gifts of heaven, through Jesus our teacher, who showed us your ways and speaks of you still through the […] - [A Collect for Salvation in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-salvation-in-trouble/): Lord God, shield of the weak and advocate for the needy, save us from trouble and destruction. Turn your face towards us and have mercy that we might receive your salvation and rejoice again in you, through Jesus Christ our brother, who shared in our suffering and now intercedes for us in the Holy Spirit. […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Goodness towards Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-goodness-towards-us/): Heavenly Father, who watches over us as a loving parent, may we trust in your goodness and generosity to us, that we would ask of you what we desire and be content with however you respond, knowing that you desire our good and provide as we truly need, through Christ our redeemer, who intercedes for […] - [A Collect to Ask of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ask-of-god-2/): Gracious God, who delights in providing for your children, give us courage and faithfulness to turn to you in our need, that we might receive good things from your hand and grow more and more to trust you for your care and goodness, through Christ our savior, who died that we might live and now […] - [A Collect to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive-2/): Gracious Father, who is understanding and kind to us, grant us hearts that are likewise forgiving of others, that we would not be bound to past hurts but willing to release ourselves and others to let old wounds heal, through Jesus our brother, who loved us to the end and now reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Depend on the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-depend-on-the-lord/): Lord God, who opens your hand to give to all creatures their food, help us more and more to rely on you for all that we need, that we might receive from your hand, being increasingly grateful, and in our dependence on you, find that our desires are fully met, through Jesus our teacher, who […] - [A Collect for Reverence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reverence-2/): Heavenly Father, king above all kings, instill in us a reverence for you and your ways, that we would embrace your will and your kingdom so that all things on this earth would be fulfilled according to your desire, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, […] - [A Collect to Ask of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ask-of-god/): Heavenly Father, who is kind and generous to your children, may we be open and honest with you about our needs and desires, that in asking you, we would strengthen the bond we have with you and give you delight in giving to those whom you love, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect for Righteous Indignation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-righteous-indignation/): Almighty God, righteous and holy king over creation, may our hearts rise in anger and lamentation at the sight of injustice, that we would be moved by what moves you and share in your righteous indignation, thus being compelled to right the wrongs of this world and bring joy to all the people you love, […] - [A Collect for Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice/): Righteous God, whose eye sees all that passes under heaven, instill in us a disgust for manipulation and extortion for profit and pleasure, that we would value justice and mercy as you do and use the goods and resources of this world for the good of all people and not merely ourselves, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Care for the Needy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-the-needy/): Lord God Almighty, shield of the weak, help us always to remember the needs of the poor, that we would care for those on whom you eye is ever fixed and so share your heart that desires good for all and opposes those who have no care for others, through Christ our redeemer, who sacrificed […] - [A Collect to Take On Jesus's Way of Living](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-on-jesuss-way-of-living/): Rabbi Jesus, the master of the school of how to live, may we be inspired to arrange our lives in order to follow you, listen to you, and imitate your way of life, that as we take on your way of living, we would experience life as you intended it, in peace and joy and […] - [A Collect to Allow Others their Free Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-allow-others-their-free-will/): Spirit of the Father, who abides deep within us and guides us towards what is good, keep us from demanding that others change for our benefit, that we would learn to accept others’ choices, good and bad, and allow them to live as they choose, as you do, trusting in your love and strength to […] - [A Collect to Desire to Learn from Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-to-learn-from-jesus/): Master and teacher, from whom great wisdom is gleaned, grant us the desire to learn from you and to imitate your way of living, that we would grow wise as you are and come to know more and more how to live well in this world, through you who returned to the Father and now […] - [A Collect to Not be Distracted by the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-distracted-by-the-world/): Rabbi Jesus, who understands how life works and desires that we should hear your wisdom, keep us from being distracted by unnecessary things and the busyness of the world, that we might not miss what you are saying and so be drawn up into the life of your Kingdom and your ways, through you who […] - [A Collect to Thank the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-thank-the-lord-2/): Heavenly Father, who has invited us to be with you in light and peace and joy, let us not forget to thank you for your goodness, that we might return to you some small measure of the goodness you have given to us and magnify that goodness through the expression and recognition of our gratitude […] - [A Collect for Strength to Endure](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-endure-2/): Spirit of the Almighty, sent from the Father for our help, strengthen us with your power, that we would have the capacity to endure all that this world sends and still stand to praise you for your presence and goodness to all always, through Jesus our master, who reigns over all things with you and […] - [A Collect to Bear Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-fruit-2/): Gardener of our souls, who both prunes and nurtures us for our good, do whatever is needful to cause us to bear fruit, that our lives would be marked by the faith, hope, and love that you designed us to bear, through Jesus, the true vine, who abides in you with the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Intercede in Prayer for Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-intercede-in-prayer-for-others/): Lord Jesus Christ, who intercedes for us all before the Father’s throne in heaven, let us not cease to pray for others, thanking God for the good the Father is already doing in them and asking for God’s continual encouragement, strength, and healing, that we would be bound together in prayer and love as we […] - [A Collect to Use Money for Others' Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-use-money-for-others-good/): Almighty God, who shares all good things with your children, teach us to use our money for the good of others, that we would find joy in generosity as you do and act as your hands to those in need, through Jesus our savior, who rescued us from death and reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect for Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-2/): Spirit of Christ, who dwells within the children of the Father, move us to compassion, even amidst our enemies, that we would care for one another regardless of race, creed, or anything that divides us, and so love one another as you have loved us, through Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen. ‘But a Samaritan while […] - [A Collect to Embody the Character of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embody-the-character-of-god/): Almighty God, whose nature is goodness and righteousness, keep us from seeking first to justify ourselves, that we would not merely seek to do what the law demands and then toss it aside, but would desire to possess your character, embodying your goodness from the heart, through Jesus our teacher, who died that we might […] - [A Collect to Rely on God's Work in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rely-on-gods-work-in-us/): High King of Heaven, who transforms the souls of those who are willing, keep us from trying to perfect ourselves, but help us to rely on your restoring work, that we would be made new by your hands and so praise you for your goodness and generosity now and forever, through Christ our redeemer, who […] - [A Collect to Bear One Another's Burdens](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-one-anothers-burdens/): Blessed Jesus, who intercedes for us before the throne of heaven, grant us hearts that seek to support and care for one another, that as you have loved us, we would love each other well and so be bound together in community as your people, through you who lives and reigns in joy forever with […] - [A Collect to Deal with Sinners with Kindness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-deal-with-sinners-with-kindness/): Gracious Father, whose gentleness leads us to repentance, let us deal in kindness with those who stumble and fall into sin, that we would not heap shame upon our sisters and brothers but invite them to return to your way of righteousness with love as you do, through Jesus our brother, who knows our weaknesses […] - [A Collect to Rely Principally on God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rely-principally-on-gods-love/): Spirit of Christ, who abides with us always, may our hearts be attached first and foremost to our relationship with the Father, that we would not depend on power or respect for our good, but rest secure in the great love of God for us, each and all, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives in […] - [A Collect to Seek the Good of All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-the-good-of-all-2/): Generous Father, who sends rain on both the good and the evil, help us to seek the good even of those who reject and hate us, that we would be your children and desire that all would come into your kingdom and receive the love and goodness that you offer, through Jesus our Lord, who […] - [A Collect to be Part of God's Ministry of Reconciliation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-part-of-gods-ministry-of-reconciliation/): Great and mighty God, who desires that all people be reconciled to yourself, show us how you are calling us to participate in your work of reconciliation, that when opportunities arise, we would be ready to proclaim the good news and invite your children to turn to you and be received into your kingdom, through […] - [A Collect to Take Part in the Ministry of Reconciliation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-part-in-the-ministry-of-reconciliation/): Lord Jesus, whose name has gone out to every corner of the world, make clear what you desire of us, that we might take part in your ministry of reconciliation, proclaiming the good news of your love and presence to all and preparing the way for your return, through you who reigns over all things […] - [A Collect to Love One Another Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-well-3/): Loving God, who desired each one of us into being, instill your great love into our hearts, that we would love one another well, thereby fulfilling your whole law without effort as we look for the good of each other and fill the earth with goodwill and peace, through Jesus our example and Lord, who […] - [A Collect to Understand Our Own Path to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-our-own-path-to-god/): God of all creation, who created both the minuscule and massive, help us to recognize the path that you have laid out for us, that we would recognize that each person’s journey may be different yet you draw all along the way to your Kingdom, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you […] - [A Collect to be Honest with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-honest-with-god-2/): Brother Jesus, who walks with us in truth and love, keep us from using excuses to avoid your invitations, that we would honestly present our worries and enter into true and open relationship with you always, through you who lives and reigns forever in perfect love with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Another said, […] - [A Collect to See Our Wrong Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-our-wrong-attachments/): Spirit of Christ, our ever-present counselor, reveal to us where we are yet wrongly attached to this world, that we might let go of the things to which we cling and journey with our brother, Jesus, who left the Father’s side for our sake but now lives forever in glory and great joy. Amen. ‘To […] - [A Collect to Know Our Limits](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-limits/): Spirit of truth, sent by the Father for our counsel and guidance, grant us wisdom to count the cost of our desires, lest we jump too quickly into that which is beyond us. Show us instead what is sufficient for our strength and what we are able to endure well for the sake of your […] - [A Collect to Eschew Vengeance and Hate](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-vengeance-and-hate/): Almighty God, who bears all power over creation, yet wields it in love, keep us from vengeance and desire to strike at our enemies, that love might be our compass, and our hearts would hope for reconciliation and redemption of even those who hate us, through Jesus, our brother, who endured shame for the sake […] - [A Collect to be Steadfast in Trials](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-steadfast-in-trials/): Lord Jesus, who went willingly into suffering for the joy and good that you saw beyond, make us steadfast also when we must face trials, that we would face them as you did, with trust in the work that the Father will do through them and a vision of the joy that is yet to […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Goodness in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-goodness-in-trouble/): Loving God, who is generous with your people, remind us of your goodness towards us, that we would not sink down into despair and worry but be buoyed by the remembrance of your help in the past and the hope of your presence again in days to come, through Christ our redeemer who was raised […] - [A Collect to Hear God Even Amidst Distraction](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-god-even-amidst-distraction/): Almighty God, whose presence the world cannot contain, let us not be distracted by those things that are not of you, that our attention would not be swayed to the great and powerful and exciting but able to set such things aside and be attentive to your voice and your presence and able to hear […] - [A Collect for God to Hear Our Troubles](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-hear-our-troubles/): Caring Father, who knows our frailty and need, bend your ear to us when we pour out our hearts to you, that we would know you hear us and care about our troubles and that we might find comfort in your loving presence, through Jesus our brother, who can empathize with our pain and intercedes […] - [A Collect to Persevere in Seeking God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-persevere-in-seeking-god/): Almighty God, whose presence shakes mountains, grant us determination to persevere in seeking you, that we would be able to endure whatever is necessary to come into your presence in the knowledge that you will hear us and grant us what is best for what we ask, through Jesus our savior, who lives with you […] - [A Collect for Support in Despair](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-support-in-despair/): Loving God, who is compassionate in our pain, send us encouragement and support when we fall into despair, that we might have sufficient strength to push through our sorrow and stand up again, bolstered by faith in your capacity to redeem all things, through Jesus our brother, who empathizes with our suffering and intercedes for […] - [A Collect to Speak of God's Goodness to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-of-gods-goodness-to-us/): Rabbi Jesus, who works good things in our hearts, help us be ready whenever the moment is right to speak of all that you have done for us, that the world would hear of your goodness and perhaps be moved to be reconciled with you and enter into your joyous kingdom, through you who lives […] - [A Collect to Not Turn Jesus Away](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-turn-jesus-away/): Lord Jesus, who heals the sick of body and soul, let us not turn you away when we are afraid or uncomfortable with your presence or what you have asked of us, that we would not lose what you offer or the simple goodness of your love and presence with us and would enjoy your […] - [A Collect for Hope in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hope-in-struggle/): Loving Father, who is present with us in joy and affliction, set hope before our eyes when we struggle, that we would have sufficient strength to endure through the vision of your goodness and would be made strong in the remembrance of your promise of love to us, through Jesus our savior, who died that […] - [A Collect to Find Good in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-good-in-suffering/): Brother Jesus, who knows what it is to suffer as we do, help us to find the good even in our struggles and afflictions, that we might trust you more and grow ever more able to endure all things for the sake of the good you may bring of them, through you who gave yourself […] - [A Collect to Share in God's Glory in the End](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-in-gods-glory-in-the-end/): Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have received grace upon grace, may we one day share in the glory of God that we would enjoy the presence and joy of the Trinity as you do, made holy through your marvelous work, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, […] - [A Collect of Thanks for Our Justification](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-our-justification/): Lord Jesus Christ, who has invited us to be with the Father, we thank you for your gift of justification. May that gift sink deep into our hearts that we would trust in the peace we have with God and believe in the Father’s great love for us always, through you who lives in great […] - [A Collect to Hear the Spirit Within](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-spirit-within-2/): Spirit of truth, sent by the Father for our guidance, help us to hear what you speak in our hearts, that we might know what the Lord desires of us and the truth of God’s love in the deep of our hearts, through Jesus Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the […] - [A Collect for Patience When We Do Not Hear God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-when-we-do-not-hear-god/): Spirit of Truth, who grants us the perfect wisdom of God, give us patience when we must wait to know your thoughts and desires, that we would be sustained by our trust in your goodness towards us and believe in your plan because we believe in you, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect for Trinity Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trinity-sunday/): Great Trinity of persons, who forever enjoys one another’s love and presence, draw us into your joyous relationship, that we would be one as you are one, united in love and truth and immersed in the goodness of your will for us and for the world, through Christ our Lord, who showed us the glory […] - [A Collect to Love Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-jesus/): Jesus, our great teacher and friend, may our hearts be filled more and more with love and joy and attachment to you, that we would fulfill what you desire without hesitation, desiring to please you and recognizing your goodness and wisdom for us and all the world, through you who taught and showed us the […] - [A Collect to Call to the Lord in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-call-to-the-lord-in-need/): Almighty Lord, whose power is beyond our understanding, may our hearts instinctively turn to you in times of need, that we would seek your presence and power, trusting in your goodness and knowing that you delight to save your children, through Christ our Redeemer, who died that we might live and now reigns forever with […] - [A Collect to Attend to the Least of Society](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-the-least-of-society/): Brother Jesus, who delighted in being with the marginalized of Israel, keep us from ignoring the least of our society, lest we miss the gifts and wisdom that you have given to them and so that we might integrate them into our community, making ever more united your beloved church, through you who died for […] - [A Collect to Believe in the Miraculous](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-in-the-miraculous/): God of wonders, who does miraculous things in and through your people, grant us eyes to see and hearts that believe in your hand at work in the world, that as we come to believe ever more, we would see your presence and hear your voice and join in the redeeming work that you love […] - [A Collect to Be Curious](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-curious/): Spirit of God, who is flame and flight, grant us hearts of curiosity, that we would not sneer in contempt for what we do not understand, but be open to what is strange or discomforting, trusting that you are at work to redeem all things for good, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect to Gather Together](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-gather-together/): Spirit of the Holy One, who guides us along the path of goodness and righteousness, call us to gather together one with another, that we would encourage one another and support each other and find joy in the community of love that is your nature and to which you call us to imitate and enjoy […] - [A Collect for Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-pentecost-2/): Lord God of all nations, through whom all power derives, fill us with your Holy Spirit, that we would be empowered to do your will in the world, reconciling all people to you and drawing them into your kingdom of joy, love, and peace, through Christ our Lord who lives and reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Believe in Christ's Sovereignty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe-in-christs-sovereignty/): Lord Jesus, king over all the earth, may our hearts truly believe in your sovereignty and authority over all things, that we would rejoice that goodness will triumph at the appropriate time and that we are ultimately safe in your loving care as citizens and children of your kingdom, through you who reigns in glory […] - [A Collect to Purify Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-purify-ourselves-2/): Holy Lord Jesus, who bled for our sanctification, show us how we must purify ourselves and grant us the will to follow that path, that we would receive from you life and citizenship in your eternal kingdom and abide in your presence always, though you who rules over all things with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Jesus' Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-return/): Lord Jesus, bright star of the morning, come soon, that we would receive from your hand the righting of all that has been made wrong and those blessings you have prepared for us since before the foundation of the world, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit, one Lord […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-love/): Heavenly Father, whose nature is love, open our hearts to receive your great offer of love and connection, that we might be one with you and one with one another, united through your son and your desire to enjoy all things with your children, in Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to See God in Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-in-christ-2/): Holy God, creator of all that exists both earthly and spiritual, help us to discern and understand you as we abide with your son, Jesus, that we would know your nature and character and trust in your goodness, your power, and your love, through Christ our savior, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Be Taken Up to Be with Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-taken-up-to-be-with-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who was glorified on earth and now abides in glory in heaven, take us up to be with you, that we might see your glory, to see you not through a dark mirror but clearly and fully and be embraced by your love at the proper time when the Father brings all things […] - [A Collect to Be One](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-one/): Holy Spirit of God, who abides in each of your children, draw us together as one, as you are one with the Father, and the Father is one with the Son, that the world would see our love and care for one another and believe in the good that you create in us, through Christ […] - [A Collect for Healing of All Nations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-of-all-nations/): Lord of Heaven, who has gone to prepare a place for us that will last through eternity, bring healing to the nations of the world, that we would enjoy peace here among all people and love one another well as you showed us how to love, through you who laid down your life for our […] - [A Collect for Safety and Security](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-safety-and-security/): Almighty God of all the universe, whose power knows no limit, gather us under your wings and into your eternal city, that we would be safe from all that threatens us, secure in your power and goodness forever, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory, world […] - [A Collect to See All Things Through God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-all-things-through-god/): Exalted Father, source of all goodness, let us see all things through you, that the reality of your presence and glory would color our understanding of the whole world and grant to us trust, peace, and love in all our ways, through the lamb who was slain but now lives with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to See God in All Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-in-all-things/): Lord God Almighty, creator of all that was and is and is to come, let us not seek you in specific times and places and events, but open our eyes to see you in all things, that we would remember always that you are near and supporting us ever and always with your great love, […] - [A Collect to Find Peace in Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-peace-in-christ/): Gentle teacher, who is generous and gives freely to your disciples, help us to stay present with you in spirit, that we would escape troubled hearts and anxious souls and find peace in your goodness towards us and security in your love, through you who gave of yourself for our sake and now lives forever […] - [A Collect to Love God Ever More](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-ever-more/): Lord Jesus, sent by the Father in love, increase our love for you and for the Father, that our hearts would be inclined and even eager to hold on to your words and fulfill them in the world and so enter into ever more into the Father’s joy, through you who lives and reigns in […] - [A Collect to Attend to the Spirit's Teaching](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-the-spirits-teaching/): Rabbi Jesus, who spoke to us the good news of the Father, help us to receive and attend to your Spirit whom the Father has sent, that we would be reminded of your wisdom and commands and understand what you are asking of us in this age and in these present moments, through you who […] - [A Collect to Praise God for Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-praise-god-for-creation/): Almighty God, creator of heaven and earth, call us to remember your power and creativity in the making of all things great and small, that we would be awed by what you have created and praise you for the beauty and glory of all you have done, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect to Accept What God is Doing Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-what-god-is-doing-always/): Great God, whose thoughts are higher than our own, may we accept what we see you doing, even when we do not understand or when it seems strange to us, that we would not find ourselves fighting against you but following you always and anticipating the good that you seek to bring about, through Jesus […] - [A Collect to Love All People Without Prejudice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-all-people-without-prejudice/): Spirit of wisdom and truth, who speaks the will of God into our hearts, keep us far from contempt and prejudice and judgement, that we would love all those that cross our paths as you love all your children and would willingly be one with all people as you are one with the Father and […] - [A Collect for Discernment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-discernment-in-how-we-judge/): Father of light, who delights in creation, teach us to be careful of our judgements, lest we declare evil or worthless what you desire to or have already redeemed. Grant us discernment and a willingness always to listen for your wisdom, through Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit created all things […] - [A Collect to Grow in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-grow-in-love/): Great Trinity of persons, who created us out of an overflow of your joy in each other, show us where we have failed to love one another well, that we might grow more able to love as you love, letting go of our fears and grudges and seeking the good of one another as you […] - [A Collect to Care for One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-one-another/): Rabbi Jesus, who demonstrated life as the Father intended it to be, help us to take care of one another, that in so doing, the world would see your goodness in us and realize your character and nature as loving and good and true, through you who gave yourself for our sake and now lives […] - [A Collect to Love One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-3/): Jesus, our teacher and brother and lord, help us to love one another as you love us, that love would be the true foundation of the church community and indeed of all the world and that, in that love, your goodness would fill the earth as water fills the sea, through you who loved us […] - [A Collect for Hope in the Coming Redemption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hope-in-the-coming-redemption/): Lamb of God, our shepherd and guide, set before our eyes and hearts the hope of the last days, that we might take comfort in your coming redemption of all things – the end of hunger, thirst, suffering, and pain – and in this be strengthened to walk with you on the journey, through you […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Goodness to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-goodness-to-us/): Almighty God, who rests on the throne of highest heaven, let us not forget the good that you have done for us, that we would be ever grateful for your salvation and blessings and care and thus would worship you in great joy and gratitude all our days, through Christ, the Lamb, who lives before […] - [A Collect to Be Rid of Prejudice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-rid-of-prejudice/): Great God, who sits on the throne of heaven and earth, root out any prejudice in us, that we would stand with our sisters and brothers from all nations in unity before you, one people who are called by your name, through Christ our Lord, who died that all might live and now abides with […] - [A Collect for Religion from the Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-lean-on-religion/): Heavenly Father, creator and lover of all that is good, let us not put our security in religion or heritage or any external thing, so that we would not be distracted from your call to offer pure hearts full of mercy and justice and truth, through Jesus our teacher, who showed us the way to […] - [A Collect to Bear Fruit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bear-fruit-3/): Gracious Lord, whose judgements are just and full of mercy, may our choices bear real fruit in love, joy, and peace, that we would see where we are growing to be like you and know where we must yet lean on your grace and wisdom, through Jesus our teacher, who spoke truth to us on […] - [A Collect to Confess our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-confess-our-sins-3/): Gentle Father, who is patient in our weakness, grant us courage to admit to our sins and weaknesses, that in confessing our needs and failings, we would find forgiveness and help through your love, through Jesus your son, who lives in perfect joy with you and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘…and they […] - [A Collect to Repent](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-repent/): Indwelling Spirit, our counselor and guide, show us where we think and choose wrongly, that we might turn from our foolish ways and choose well and so enter into your blessed kingdom, through Christ our Lord, who reigns forever in glory with you and the Father above. Amen. “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has […] - [A Collect to Ready Ourselves for the Lord's Appearing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-ready-ourselves-for-the-lords-appearing/): Holy Spirit, within whom all worlds dwell, help us to make ourselves ready and available to the Lord, that there would be no obstacles in our hearts that would keep us from him, and we would receive him readily into our midst, through him who reigns in heaven with you and the Father in glory […] - [A Collect to End Wars](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-end-wars/): Lord of all nations, righteous one of the heavens, bring an end to the wars that destroy and tear apart your people, that we would use our strengths for living rather than dying and find satisfaction in life and growth, through Jesus our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever […] - [A Collect to Shun Destructive Temptations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-shun-destructive-temptations/): Lord Jesus, who showed us the way of life, keep us from making openings for temptation, that we would not give in to fruitless and destructive desires but take on your light and your goodness, who lives and reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘Instead, put on the […] - [A Collect to Set Aside Vice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-vice/): Holy Spirit of God, the source of all wisdom, keep us far from vice and excess and contentiousness that we would walk in a way that pleases you and that leads to life and joy and peace with one another, through Jesus our Lord, who reigns with you and the Father in perfect unity, world […] - [A Collect to Let Go of Sinful Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-go-of-sinful-ways/): Patient Father, who encourages us to grow and live well, help us to give up our foolish habits and destructive ways that we might take on your life of love and peace and justice, through Jesus our savior, who sacrificed himself for our sake and was exalted to the highest place at your right hand […] - [A Collect to Stay Attentive to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-stay-attentive-to-god/): Spirit of the Lord, who moves around and within us, enliven us and keep us attentive to what is around us, that we would be ready to hear your voice when you call and when the day of the Lord appears, through Jesus our redeemer, who reigns over all things with you and the Father […] - [A Collect to See the Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-truth/): Spirit of truth, who is with us always to speak the truth, keep us from avoiding or failing to see what is happening around us, that we would not be swept away by catastrophe but be ready to act when you call, through Jesus our Lord, who will judge the nations in righteous and truth […] - [A Collect to be Ready for Christ's Appearance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-ready-for-christs-appearance/): Spirit of Christ, who bears knowledge of all things, show us how to make ourselves ready for your appearing, that we would be doing your work faithfully and fulfilling your call to us and so be welcomed with joy into your presence, through Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to be With Christ in Paradise](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-with-christ-in-paradise/): King above all kings, who suffered on behalf of those you love, may we be with you in paradise at the end, that we would enjoy your presence and celebrate with you as you reign over all creation in goodness and love, who lives forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in majesty and glory. […] - [A Collect to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive-3/): Blessed Jesus, who was pierced for our transgressions, help us to forgive others even as you forgave those who made you to suffer, that love would cover up many sins and draw together the children you love in peace, through you who was raised to new life and now reigns above with the Father and […] - [A Collect for Reconciliation with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reconciliation-with-god/): God of heaven and earth. creator of all things, may we be reconciled to you, that we might enjoy your presence and love and wisdom as we go about our lives and the work that you have set before us to do, through Christ our redeemer, by whom we have grace to stand before your […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-2/): Lord Jesus, in whom we have redemption, forgive us of our sins and release us from patterns of destruction, that we would be free to walk as citizens of your kingdom in mercy, humility, and justice, through you who reigns in glory forever with the Father and Holy Spirit above. Amen. ‘He has rescued us […] - [A Collect to Conform to Kingdom Values](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-conform-to-kingdom-values/): Heavenly Father, who desires that all who are willing might escape from darkness, we thank you for bringing us into your kingdom. May our hearts be continuously transformed, that we would conform more and more to the image of your beloved Son and so show ourselves citizens of that holy nation, through Jesus our redeemer, […] - [A Collect for God's Strength to Endure](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gods-strength-to-endure/): God of all things, whose glory stretches across all the world, strengthen us with you power, that we might be able to hold on and be patient and at peace in all that passes, both good and bad, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world […] - [A Collect for the Reign of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-reign-of-christ-2/): King over all the world, who is righteous and true, bring about justice in the world, that we would be saved from those who oppress and threaten and from broken laws and cultures of disunity and that all might live in peace and in freedom from fear, through you who will reign for all eternity […] - [A Collect for Strength to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-do-good-3/): Gracious Father, who promised your presence and strength to us, grant us energy to continue on, that we would be able to carry on the work you have set before us, to do good in the world and to one another with mercy, humility, and justice, through Christ our Lord, who lives forever with you […] - [A Collect to Trust the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-the-spirit/): Holy Spirit of the Lord, in whom we live and move and have our being, keep us from relying overly much on reason, that we would not trust only in our thoughts and our minds and so miss greater wisdom that comes from you, through Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Father […] - [A Collect to Stand Firm in Persecution](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-stand-firm-in-persecution/): Lord Jesus, who went willingly to persecution for our sake, let us not be surprised or dismayed when we face persecution because of your name, and grant that we would remain secure in you in the midst of trouble, through you who died that we might live and now lives forever with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Timing for the End](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-timing-for-the-end/): Lord God Almighty, who rules over all things, let us not be quick to assume the end times are upon us, but help us to trust in your timing and in your protection and goodness in all things, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in justice and […] - [A Collect for Discernment of Others' Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-discernment-of-others-words-2/): Spirit of truth, great counselor and source of all wisdom, let us not be deceived by those who make foolish and false promises, that we would through you discern truth and be obedient to your will and your goodness, through Jesus our savior, who lives with you and the Father in perfect unity, one God, […] - [A Collect to Hold the Things of Religion Loosely](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-religion-loosely/): God of all things, whose throne is creation itself, let us not be caught up merely in the trappings of religion, which may be corrupted and lost to time, but keep our hearts always connected to you and your ways, through Jesus your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Endure Difficult Times](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-difficult-times/): Spirit of the Lord, who dwells within and around us always, grant us strength to hold on in times of struggle and challenge, that in holding fast to you we would endure to the end and receive your promised blessings, through Jesus our redeemer, who prepares a place for us in your presence with the […] - [A Collect for Strength to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-do-good-2/): Lord Jesus Christ, who showed the greatest love towards us, grant us comfort and strengthen our hearts, that we would be ready to do the good work you have placed before us and further your mission of blessing all creation, through you who lives forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in unity and joy […] - [A Collect for Prosperity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-prosperity/): O Lord of hosts, whose bears authority over all creation, bring prosperity to those who have been oppressed and assailed and worn down by the world and its fallen people, that they might enjoy the life you have given and sing praises for your goodness and generous heart, through Jesus our savior, who suffered for […] - [A Collect to Remember All Things are God's](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-all-things-are-gods/): God of heaven and earth, who is generous with your creation, let us not forget that all that we possess belongs to you, that we would not delight in our supposed greatness but remember your goodness towards us and share as you have shared, through Jesus our brother, who lives with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to Loosen the Wealth of the Nations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-loosen-the-wealth-of-the-nations/): Lord of hosts, at whose power the earth itself trembles, shake loose the wealth hoarded by the rich of the nations, that the treasures of this world would be free to do good for all its inhabitants and all would know your goodness, through Christ our redeemer, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Know the Spirit's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-the-spirits-presence/): Spirit of truth, the seal of God within us, let us know your presence among us that we would take comfort when anxious and afraid, knowing that you are loving and powerful, desirous of bringing about good for your children, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns in you with the Father in highest […] - [A Collect for Discouragement](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-discouragement/): Heavenly father, shield of the weak and comfort to the weary, let us not be discouraged when the world seems troubling, but help us to find solace and encouragement in your presence and goodness, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy, world without end. Amen. […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Offer of Eternal Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-offer-of-eternal-life/): Exalted Father, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, we praise and thank you for the undying life that you offer. Grant that we might be among those who are raised to life in the last days to abide with you in joy forever, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who reigns over all things with you […] - [A Collect for Patience in Hearing from God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-in-hearing-from-god/): Holy Spirit, through whom we may touch the power of God, grant that we would be persistent and confident in hearing from you, that we would not waver in our devotion and wait with patience and surety in your goodness, through Christ our redeemer, who reigns over all things in you and the Father in […] - [A Collect to Remember Christ's Desire to Save](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-christs-desire-to-save/): Son of Man, who came into the world for our redemption, let us not forget our need for you, that in recognizing our lostness, we would remember always your compassion and willingness to save, through you who reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. “For the Son of Man […] - [A Collect to Include All Those who Seek the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-include-all-those-who-seek-the-lord/): Loving Lord, who is willing and eager to receive all who come to you, keep us from excluding those who would follow you, that all would be welcome in your kingdom, regardless of their status or past, through you who reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘Then Jesus […] - [A Collect to Right our Wrongs](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-right-our-wrongs/): God of justice, whose nature is righteousness and truth, grant us hearts that value people and relationships above pride and the things of this world, that we would make right whatever wrongs we have done in humility and love, through Jesus our teacher, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever […] - [A Collect for the Will to Seek Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-will-to-seek-christ/): Lord Jesus, whose kindness and leads us to you and to your ways, grant us the drive to throw off all obstacles that keep us from you, that seeing and hearing you would be our highest goal and the delight of our hearts, through you who lives and reigns in glory forever with the Father […] - [A Collect to Welcome All as Brother and Sister](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-all-as-brother-and-sister/): Beloved Jesus, who showed us the way of the Kingdom of Heaven, help us to accept all those who desire to come to you, that we would not turn away anyone because of our distaste or prejudice but welcome as brothers and sisters any who seek to follow your ways, through you who lives and […] - [An All Saints Day Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-all-saints-day-collect/): Spirit of wisdom, the presence of Christ within and among us, enlighten us and call us to goodness and the hope of true riches in your kingdom, that we might join all those saints who have gone before us and live up to their example of faithfulness, love, and trust in you, through Jesus our […] - [A Collect to be Spared from Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-spared-from-trouble/): Almighty God, whose great power both creates and destroys, spare us from the day of trouble and disaster, that in the aftermath, we might be your hands and feet and voice to those who are in need, through Christ our savior, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit above, reigning over all in power […] - [A Collect to Receive the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-spirit-2/): Almighty God, who knows all things and from whom nothing is hidden, pour out your Spirit into our hearts, that we would see what you see and gain wisdom and understanding and so know deeply in our hearts the way of life and goodness, through Christ our Lord. Amen. ‘Then afterward I will pour out […] - [A Collect to Redeem Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-redeem-suffering/): Loving Father, who cares for your children, redeem the time of suffering that we have endured, that even destruction might be turned to new life and pain would be transformed into joy, through Jesus our example, who endured the cross but now lives in joy forever with you and the Holy Spirit above. Amen. ‘I […] - [A Collect for Relief](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-relief/): God of all creation, at whose word the world responds, send us relief from devastation and aridity we endure, that we would be spared from our troubles and rejoice in you with great gladness, through Christ our savior, who gave himself for our sake and now lives forever with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Recognize Our Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-need/): Holy Lord, whose nature is righteousness and goodness, make us aware of our need, that we would seek you out for mercy and help, trusting in your goodness to grant us what our souls require, through Jesus our redeemer, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit in love and joy and peace eternal. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Eschew Arrogance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-arrogance/): Almighty God, whose nature is far above our own, show us where we are tempted to exalt or think highly of ourselves, that we would not use our supposed greatness as a defense against our fears and so fall painfully when we stumble, through Jesus our redeemer, who with you and the Holy Spirit forgives […] - [A Collect for All to See God in Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-all-to-see-god-in-truth/): Creator God, whose nature is goodness and truth and love, may the world know you as you truly are, that false and distorted pictures of your character would pass from people’s minds, and all would see you as the source of all that is love, joy, and peace, through Jesus our example and Lord, who […] - [A Collect for the Law to be Written in Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-law-to-be-written-in-our-hearts/): Our God and Father, who has watched over us since the beginning, may our hearts be so attuned to your law that it flows out of us naturally and instinctively, such that love, justice, and humility would be our first response to all that we encounter, through Jesus your son, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Collect to be Free from Generational Sin and Trauma](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-generational-sin-and-trauma/): Gracious God, whose love transforms the hardness of our hearts, free us from the sins and pains of those who came before us, that we would be free to love you and our neighbors from a pure heart as you have desired from the beginning, through Jesus our brother, who gave us wisdom for true […] - [A Collect for an End to Strife](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-an-end-to-strife/): Lord God, righteous judge of all humanity, bring to an end strife and destruction and bring peace to the land, that we might settle and live well and abide with one another in community and fellowship as you intended, through Jesus our teacher, who spoke words of wisdom to us and then ascended back to […] - [A Collect for Consistent Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-consistent-faith/): Spirit of the living God, the presence of the almighty with us, grant us faith that does not falter in good times and bad, that when Christ comes again, he will find us still trusting in his goodness and believing in his promises, through him who died that we might live with him and you […] - [A Collect to Not Lose Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-lose-heart/): Spirit of Christ, who abides with us in love, keep us from losing heart in the face of the troubles of this world, that we would continually bring our needs to you, trusting in your goodness and wisdom, through Christ our teacher and Lord who lives with you and the Father above, one God, world […] - [A Collect for Rescue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-2/): Almighty God, salvation of your people, rescue us from the travails of this world and from the pains and corruption of evil and sin, that you would show yourself just and kind and good and we would praise you for your power and love, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and […] - [A Collect to Eschew Ruinous Arguing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-ruinous-arguing/): Spirit of truth, whose wisdom wrought the heavens and the earth, keep us from debating and arguing over semantics and small things, that we would focus on following your ways and abiding in your presence and so fill the earth with the faith, hope, and love that you desire, through Christ our Lord, who reigns […] - [A Collect to Be Bound to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-bound-to-jesus/): Gracious Jesus, who showed us the way to glory, may we be ever bound to you and present with you, even unto death, that we would live as you live and abide with you in your Father’s house in glory, through you who reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in perpetual light forever. Amen. […] - [A Collect for the Willingness to Suffer for Others' Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-willingness-to-suffer-for-others-good/): Gracious Lord, who died that we might live, let us also be willing to suffer if necessary for the good of those around us, that their joy might be our joy as we trust in your capacity to heal and resurrect and bring us together into your glorious kingdom, through you who lives and reigns […] - [A Collect to Trust in Jesus for Rescue and Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-jesus-for-rescue-and-healing/): Lord Jesus, performer of the miraculous, increase our faith, that as we trust in your and your word, we would be saved from that which assails us and we would have the strength and will to follow you, who lives and reigns over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven above. Amen. […] - [A Collect to See the Good God is Doing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-good-god-is-doing/): Spirit of wisdom, divine companion and source of truth, open our eyes to see the work that the Lord is doing in and around us, that we would be glad to see the good that God does and praise the Lord with joy and thankfulness often, through Jesus Christ, who lives with you and the […] - [A Collect to Do Whatever Jesus Says](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-whatever-jesus-says/): Lord Jesus, who performs miracles for those who cry out to you, let us not hesitate to obey what you call us to do, that in following your word, we would experience great things, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in joy and glory forever. Amen. ‘They called out, […] - [A Collect for Gratitude for God's Blessings](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude-for-gods-blessings/): Spirit of the Father, who abides with us and within us, fill our hearts with gratitude for the blessings and works of God, that we would express to the Father our thanks and our joy and bind ourselves to the Lord in gratefulness, awe, and love, through Christ our brother, who lives forever in glory […] - [A Collect to Not be Troubled in This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-troubled-in-this-world/): Righteous Judge, who abides in heaven above, increase our trust in you, that we would not be troubled by the challenges and losses that this world inflicts upon us but trust that you keep safe for us a treasure in heaven, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Manage our Fears](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-manage-our-fears/): Loving Father, who desires to take all your children into your arms, help us to manage our fears, trusting in your goodness, that we would live not in hiding from all that threatens but in love and goodness as you do, through Jesus our brother, who endured the cross for our sake and now lives […] - [A Collect for Renewal](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-renewal/): Spirit of God, who breathes life into our souls, renew our spirits that we would desire again to seek your presence and counsel and utilize the gifts that you have given for the sake of all those whom you love, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Father in glory […] - [A Collect to Remember Our Mentors and Teachers](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-mentors-and-teachers/): Creator God, who was and is and is to come, may we remember with joy those who taught and mentored us in your ways, that we would bless them and rejoice in the faith and hope and love that they received from you and passed on to us, through Jesus your son, who spoke wisdom […] - [A Collect to Pray for Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-others-2/): Lord Jesus, who intercedes before the throne of heaven night and day, let us not forget to pray for those whom we love, that our hearts would be bound ever more to them and our petitions might move your heart to bless them with your goodness more and more, through you who reigns over all […] - [A Collect to Escape Arrogance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-arrogance/): Almighty God, ruler of all things and king over all creation, let us not believe ourselves deserving of more than we ought, that we would escape arrogance and the expectation of privileges and in humility remember that all things are a gift from you, through Christ our savior, who died that we might live and […] - [A Collect for Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith/): Lord Jesus, who did the miraculous among the people of Israel, increase our faith that we would do the things that you did and trust ever more in the power and presence and love of your Spirit who abides with us, through you who reigns over all things in glory with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to Do Good with Money](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-with-money/): Creator God, who brought all things into existence by your will, teach us to do good with the wealth we possess, to use our money for the benefit of all, that we would trust in your generosity and become vessels of your grace in this world, your loving hands to those in need, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Seek Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-virtue-2/): Wise teacher, who knows what we need because you crafted us from the earth, instill in us a desire for virtue, that we would seek out those things for ourselves that are good and lasting, and in accordance with your nature and so receive the life that you have desired that we enjoy, through Jesus […] - [A Collect to Eschew the Desire to be Rich](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-the-desire-to-be-rich/): Generous Father, who opens your hand to satisfy the desires of all living things, reveal to us the perils of having wealth, that we would not be tempted to rely on the riches of earth and so escape the loss of that which is greater, through Christ our brother, who lives with you and the […] - [A Collect for Contentment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-3/): God of all creation, who has given us all things to enjoy, help us to be content with what we possess, knowing that simply having more does not bring about happiness and that we are safe and loved in your eternal care, though Christ our redeemer, who freed us from bondage and still intercedes for […] - [A Collect to Take Scripture to Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-scripture-to-heart/): Father in heaven, who has given us wisdom for how to live well, may we become ever more familiar with your scriptures and take them to heart, that we would understand your ways and strive to obey them and thereby abide as citizens of your holy kingdom, through Jesus your son, who reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Take In the Lessons of Those Who Have Gone Before](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-in-the-lessons-of-those-who-have-gone-before/): Almighty God, who has given us all things for our salvation, may we hear and take in the wisdom of those who have gone before us, that we would not fall into sin and ruin and live according to your good ways in this life and the next, through Jesus our savior, who lives and […] - [A Collect to Consider Consequences](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-consider-consequences/): God of justice, who weighs the value of all that we do, help us to see and consider the consequences of our desires and actions in the world, that we would act with care and not fall under your just punishment but be blessed with comfort and joy in your eternal rest, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Pray for Everyone, Good and Bad](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-everyone-good-and-bad/): Gracious God, who sends rain on both the just and the unjust, reveal to us if there is anyone for whom we are reluctant to pray and bless, that our hearts might be softened and we might desire good for everyone, both friend and enemy, through Jesus our savior, who died that all could live […] - [A Collect to Pray for Our Leaders](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-our-leaders/): King of kings, whose hand lifts up and destroys nations according to your will, incline our hearts to pray for those whom you have allowed to have authority, that they might be granted wisdom and humility and all kinds of virtue so as to guide the people in peace, justice, and mercy, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to Pray for Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-others/): Our Father in heaven, who hears the words of your children, let us not cease to pray for for one another and for all those along our paths, knowing that you are moved by our supplications and that you will act when it is good for us and for all your creations, through Christ our […] - [A Collect to be Trustworthy with Money](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-trustworthy-with-money/): Loving Master, who is both gentle and righteous, keep from us the temptation to deal falsely with money, that as we are faithful with the treasures of this world, we would prove capable with the treasures of heaven, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. […] - [A Collect to be Faithful with All Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-faithful-with-all-things/): God of all things, great and small, instill in us a commitment to be faithful with whatever is in front of us, that we would not denigrate even the seemingly insignificant and thus show ourselves trustworthy in all things, through Christ our teacher, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, […] - [A Collect to Build Relationships](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-build-relationships/): Rabbi Jesus, who speaks wisdom to your followers, teach us to build and rely on relationships with those around us, that we would receive from one another the needs you have placed in our hearts, both from day to day and in times of trouble, through you who sings for joy with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Avoid the Love of Money](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-the-love-of-money/): Generous God, who has given great gifts to your children, keep us from clinging and becoming attached to money, that wealth and power would not compete with our devotion to you and so disdain the good that you offer us, through Jesus our brother, who showed us how to live and ascended to you and […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness for Sins Committed in Ignorance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-for-sins-committed-in-ignorance/): Christ Jesus, our Lord and merciful redeemer, forgive us for when we have sinned in ignorance, that we might come to learn the truth of ourselves and of your ways and so change in your power to live according to your will, through you who abides in joy forever with the Father and Holy Spirit. […] - [A Collect to be Spared from God's Anger](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-spared-from-gods-anger/): Almighty God, at whose word all creation shakes, let mercy reign, and spare us from your righteous anger, that your children might live to praise you and turn from our foolish ways and onto your right paths, through Christ our Savior, who intercedes for us all before your throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘I […] - [A Collect for Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-2/): Mighty God, whose judgements are true, grant us wisdom and understanding, even if it pains us, that we would recognize our foolishness and seek paths of goodness and truth, through Jesus our teacher, who showed us the way to your kingdom and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. “For my […] - [A Collect to Seek those in Need of Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-those-in-need-of-christ/): Loving shepherd, who desires that all would enter your fold, incline our hearts to seek out those who are in need of your care and healing, that all heaven might rejoice at those turning their face towards your kingdom and your ways, through you who lives in perfect joy and unity with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Be Found When Lost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-found-when-lost/): Good shepherd, who desires that all your sheep might come home to your fold, turn our hearts ever back to you when we stray, that your joy would be kindled at our returning and we might receive comfort and goodness from your hand, through you who lives forever in unity with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to Love the Outcast](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-the-outcast/): Rabbi Jesus, whose love shows no partiality, may we welcome the broken, the outcast, the despised, and the unnerving, that we might be like you, showing love to all and thus bringing healing to the nations, through you who loved us to the end and now lives in glory forever with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Holy Cross Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-holy-cross-sunday/): Jesus Christ, both anointed one and the suffering servant of the Lord, we thank you for your willingness to be raised onto the cross for our sake. Increase our faith that we might receive the undying life that you have made possible, through you who lives and reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Keep Us from Sliding into Injustice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-keep-us-from-sliding-into-injustice/): Righteous judge of all nations, keep us from sliding into evil and forgetting your character and your ways, that we would not call for justice against ourselves and bring about our own destruction, through Christ our savior, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity, now and forever. Amen. ‘And at another […] - [A Collect to Turn from Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-evil-2/): Lord God Almighty, who reigns above all nations, show us where we are dedicated to evil and violate your laws and your ways and thus where we must repent, that in your mercy, you might turn from your plans and spare us from the destruction that we deserve, through Christ your Son, who graciously intercedes […] - [A Collect to Respect God's Power](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respect-gods-power/): Lord God Almighty, who holds all creation in the palm of your hand, teach us to respect your power, that we would recognize our smallness in comparison to you and present ourselves in humility and obedience and gratitude for your goodness, through Jesus our redeemer, who reigns in glory with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Detach from Distractions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-detach-from-distractions/): Rabbi Jesus, whose ways demand sacrifice of much, help us to detach from all that gets in the way of our life with you, that undistracted, we would be able to receive from you all that you desire to offer and take on your blessed way of being, through you who reigns over all things […] - [A Collect to Recognize what Discipleship Can Cost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-what-discipleship-can-cost/): Lord Jesus, who leads your disciples in wisdom, help us to see what following you may cost, that we would not be surprised by what may come but seek after your ways with clear eyes and the assurance that our reward is great, through you who died that we might live and now reigns in […] - [A Collect to Recognize our Untoward Attachments](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-our-untoward-attachments/): Rabbi Jesus, whose teaching leads to great wisdom and understanding, show us where we are yet attached to our lives and to this world, that we might become willing to let go of such things and receive from you something greater as we follow in your ways and your teachings, through you who ascended to […] - [A Collect to Give Up All That Impedes Life with Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-up-all-that-impedes-life-with-christ/): Great teacher, who speaks wisdom that is worth more than pure gold, may we be willing to give up all things, even that which is precious to us, in order to follow you, that nothing would get in the way of the life you offer and we would receive from your hand the good that […] - [A Collect to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good/): Spirit of goodness and truth, who guides us in the ways of the Kingdom of Heaven, open our eyes to see those opportunities you place in our path to do good, and enliven our desire to fulfill them, that we would bring goodness and love and kindness into the world in increasing measure and thus […] - [A Collect for Generosity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-generosity-2/): High King of all creation, who owns the cattle on a thousand hills, grant us generous hearts, that we would be willing to give, expecting nothing in return, trusting in your goodness towards us and our place as stewards of the goods that we have received from your hand, through Christ our Lord, who lives […] - [A Collect to be Honored in the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-honored-in-the-kingdom/): King of kings, who reigns high above all creation, lift us up when we willingly sacrifice our status and honor, that the giving of ourselves would not return to us empty but demonstrate the glory of your kingdom and its ways of love and goodness to all, through Christ our redeemer, who died for our […] - [A Collect for the Willingness to be Humble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-willingness-to-be-humble/): Exalted Father, who honors those who have been brought low, may we be secure in your love, that we would be willing to suffer indignities, knowing that we are held by you and that you redeem all things in the proper time, through Christ our savior, who let himself be brought low and now lives […] - [A Collect to Eschew the Praise of Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-the-praise-of-others/): God above all gods, who deserves the praise and honor of all people, keep from us the need to seek out status and fame and the acclaim of others, that we would not find ourselves shamed and knocked from a pedestal of our own making but instead be secure in your constant love, though Jesus […] - [A Lenten Collect for Comfort in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-comfort-in-trouble/): Loving Lord, who watches over us like a shepherd. bring comfort in the midst of trouble, that your presence and guidance would ease our fears, and we would trust in your protection and love, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy, world without end. Amen. […] - [A Lenten Collect to Trust God to Provide](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-god-to-provide/): Great shepherd, who watches over us, your flock, grant us faith to trust in your provision, that we would look to you for all that we need and receive from your hand that which satisfies our souls, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Evaluate Others Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-evaluate-others-well/): Loving Father, for whom nothing is hidden, grant us wisdom to see what passes in others’ hearts, that we would not be dazzled by talents and appearances but see whether they desire to follow your ways, through Jesus our brother, who gave us wisdom on earth and now intercedes for us before your throne in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Hubris](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-hubris/): Spirit of truth, our great counselor, keep us from hubris and the certainty that we are sufficient unto ourselves, that we would acknowledge where we do not understand and are in need of you and so be open to receiving your wisdom, through Christ our teacher, who spoke truth to the world and now intercedes […] - [A Lenten Collect for Sight](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-sight/): Lord Jesus, judge of all people, open our eyes that we would not stumble in the darkness but see by your light and walk the path of righteousness that you have laid out for us, through you who speaks truth to those who are willing to hear in the name of the Father and power […] - [A Lenten Collect to not Write Off the Troubled](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-not-write-off-the-troubled/): Great teacher, who knows how the world works for you made it, keep us from blaming others for their troubles and writing them off, but grant us hearts that desire to help and to see the Father’s work revealed in them, through you who was raised to life and now abides forever in the presence […] - [A Lenten Collect to Obey God's Will](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-obey-gods-will/): Righteous God, whose desires for us are good and satisfy all our souls, help us to obey you and to follow your will, that as we trust you and walk with you, you would hear us and come close and give us what we ask, through Jesus our brother, who worked the miraculous in your […] - [A Lenten Collect for Life in Weariness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-life-in-weariness/): Almighty God, who works wonders both mundane and miraculous, when things seem impossible, bring life to our weary souls, that we would have the strength to go on, and our trust and love for you would grow ever greater, through Jesus your son, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Trust God Even in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-trust-god-even-in-difficulty/): Almighty God, who sees and knows all things, let not our hearts become frustrated and bitter when things become difficult, knowing that you are yet in control. Increase our trust in you and grant us courage to believe, through Jesus our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in wisdom and joy forever […] - [A Lenten Collect to See the Many Working Together](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-see-the-many-working-together/): Spirit of compassion, who binds us all together in love, help us to see that we do not labor alone but build on the work of others, joining a chain of many who seek the good together, through Jesus our brother, who labored for us and still intercedes for us before the Father in you. […] - [A Lenten Collect to See the Good Work to be Done](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-see-the-good-work-to-be-done/): Holy Spirit of God, sent from the Father to guide us towards the truth, show us the work you have prepared for us to fulfill and ready us to complete it, that we would join joyfully into your ministry and mission in the world, bringing life and health and love to all your children, through […] - [A Lenten Collect to Find Satisfaction in Doing God's Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-find-satisfaction-in-doing-gods-work/): Almighty God, who desires that all might trust in you, may we find nourishment in fulfilling your will, experiencing the satisfaction and joy that comes from working with you and in fostering reconciliation and love with all those who would welcome you, through Jesus your son, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Set Aside Culture if it Impedes Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-set-aside-culture-if-it-impedes-love/): Spirit of wisdom, our ever-present connection to God, may the rules of culture and society never keep us from doing your will, that we would love people well, showing them your goodness and demonstrating your mission of reconciliation with all people, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Father in glory forever. […] - [A Lenten Collect to be Satisfied in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-be-satisfied-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus, who knows our deepest needs, grant to us the living water that you have promised, that as we turn to you and abide with you, we will find real life and be satisfied with your love and goodness always, through you who loved us to the end and now reigns in joy and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Seek God for Help and Salvation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-seek-god-for-help-and-salvation/): Almighty God, maker of heaven and earth, incline our hearts to turn to you in trouble, that we might find you able and willing, eager to help, and in your goodness be drawn more and more into your love, through Christ our savior, who died that we could live and reigns with you forever in […] - [A Lenten Collect to Bless Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-bless-others/): Loving God, who has given much to your children, grant us generous hearts that as you have blessed us, we would with joy turn and bless others, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in unity, joy, and glory, forever and ever. Amen. ‘I will make of you […] - [A Lenten Collect to Risk When the Spirit Calls](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-risk-when-the-spirit-calls/): Spirit of the Lord, who is ever with us, grant us courage to do what you ask of us, even if it feels like risk or loss, that we might find life in you and your ways and be blessed by your goodness in us and through us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives […] - [A Lenten Collect to Understand Jesus's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-understand-jesuss-words/): Great teacher, Jesus, who speaks words of truth, open our hearts to hear and understand your words, that we might foster the life of the spirit that you have planted in us and so grow to live according to the ways of your blessed kingdom, through you who abides in joy forever with the Father […] - [A Lenten Collect to Nurture God's Image Within Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-nurture-gods-image-within-us/): Loving Father, who has planted in all of us the seed of your life, may we nourish that life that you have given us, that your ways of love and peace and justice would grow and flourish in us so that we would manifest your goodness in the world, through Jesus your son, who lives […] - [A Lenten Collect for Life from Above](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-life-from-above/): Rabbi Jesus, sent to guide us into your blessed kingdom, grant us new birth and life from above, that we might recognize your kingdom and know its ways and desire to grow and mature in its good virtues and values, becoming like you, who reigns over all that is in love and justice forever with […] - [A Lenten Collect to Reflect on the Word of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-reflect-on-the-word-of-god/): Indwelling Spirit, who grants wisdom to those you love, guide us to think carefully about what we have read in the scriptures and heard from you, that we would understand the truth and endeavor to turn understanding into living, through Jesus our example and Lord, who abides in perfect joy in you with the Father […] - [A Lenten Collect to Recognize Foolish Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-recognize-foolish-temptation/): Spirit of truth, who gives us sound counsel in our hearts, grant that we would recognize foolish and destructive temptations, and grant us the strength to resist them, that we would walk in ways of life and health and connection with you and all those whom you love, through Jesus our example and Lord, who […] - [A Lenten Collect to Resist the Temptation of Power & Wealth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-resist-the-temptation-of-power-wealth/): Brother Jesus, who resisted the temptations of the accuser, help us to let go of the allure of wealth and power in the world, that we would learn to be content as you are, trusting in the goodness of the Father and the love that sustained us from the very beginning, through you who abides […] - [A Lenten Collect to Hear God's Word in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-hear-gods-word-in-need/): Spirit of truth, who goes with us along the way, bring to mind the word of the Lord when it is warranted, that in temptation and struggle and need, we would hear your truth in our hearts and find wisdom and comfort to live as you would call us, through Jesus our savior, who abides […] - [A Lenten Collect to Eschew Using Scripture to Justify Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-eschew-using-scripture-to-justify-ourselves/): Lord God, who desires our good and the good of all your creation, keep us from using your word to justify our selfish desires, but may we be shaped by the scriptures to become like you, righteous and loving and seeking the good of many, through Jesus Christ our redeemer, who died for our sake […] - [A Lenten Collect to Nourish Ourselves on God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-nourish-ourselves-on-god/): Ever living God, source of all goodness, let us hold fast to the knowledge that you sustain us, that we would not cease to turn to you for our life and nourish ourselves on the wisdom and love that comes from your hand, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Discipline Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-discipline-ourselves/): Great Rabbi, who knows what is our good for you made us, teach us to discipline ourselves as you did, that when you call, we would be ready to hear and obey your voice and fulfill your good will in the world, through you who lives and reigns over all creation with the Father and […] - [A Lenten Collect to Resist Temptation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-resist-temptation-2/): Lord Jesus Christ, who went into the wilderness to face temptation, we thank you for your solidarity with us, for experiencing testing and temptation as we do. Strengthen us as we struggle to resist, and be gentle when we fail, that your mercy might strengthen us anew, through you who loved us to the end […] - [A Lenten Collect to Cultivate Justice and Goodness in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cultivate-justice-and-goodness-in-the-world/): Almighty God, shield of the weak, may our rigor and discipline lead to more goodness and justice in the world, that we would not merely care for ourselves but for all your children and so spread and receive your glory throughout creation, through Jesus our redeemer who died that we might live and reigns above […] - [A Lenten Collect to Cease Mere Performance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-cease-mere-performance/): Wise and knowing God, who sees the thoughts and intentions of the heart, show us where our religion has become performative, that we would not go through the motions as if to satisfy a list but allow our hearts to be moved and changed to be like yours, through Jesus, your son, who did only […] - [A Lenten Collect to Seek Heavenly Treasures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-seek-heavenly-treasures/): Heavenly Father, who was and is and is to come, remind us of the transient nature of earthly things, that we would not seek them for our salvation but seek your goodness and your ways and treasure such things in our heart, through Jesus your son, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [An Ash Wednesday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-ash-wednesday-collect-2/): Our Father in heaven, who sees all that passes here on earth, keep us from seeking the praise and esteem of others, that we would not be religious or good for the sake of appearances but in love for you and for the good of our own souls, through Jesus our brother, who intercedes for […] - [A Collect for Reassurance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reassurance-4/): Gentle shepherd, who cares for your flock with empathy and tenderness, reassure us when we are afraid, that we would find security in you and trust in your goodness and protection and know we are safe in your care, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory and […] - [A Collect to Listen to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-listen-to-jesus/): Spirit of the Lord, our counselor and source of all wisdom, incline our hearts to listen to whatever Jesus has said, that we would understand the truth and know how to live well and come to please you as he did, through he who suffered for our sake and now lives forever in perfect joy […] - [A Collect for Transfiguration Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-transfiguration-sunday/): Lord Jesus Christ, whose glory was revealed on the mountaintop, may we likewise be changed, made pure and holy, that your glory would shine through us, and all that mars your perfect and blessed image would be burned away in your light, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Attend to Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-attend-to-those-in-need/): Righteous Lord, who lifts up the humble and casts down the proud, may we, like you, attend to the oppressed, the hungry, the poor, and the vulnerable, that in caring for those that matter to you, we might become like you and receive from your hand protection and blessing and health, through Jesus your son, […] - [A Collect to Look to the Good of All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-the-good-of-all/): Just and holy God, who hears the prayers of the righteous, incline our hearts to care for all those you have created, that we would not give in to self-centered desires but be generous to all as you have been generous to us, through Jesus our brother, who gave himself for our sake and now […] - [A Collect to See Where We Deceive Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-where-we-deceive-ourselves/): Righteous God, who desires justice for all people, show us where we have gone wrong and where we deceive ourselves, that we would not seek your favor while ignoring your ways but give ourselves to a life that pleases you, through Christ our redeemer, who fulfilled the law and now sits at your right hand […] - [A Collect to Know Our Sins](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-sins/): Righteous Lord, whose very nature defines goodness, let us not be afraid to know our faults and our sins, that we would not hide from the truth, but accept your judgement as invitations to amend our ways and be transformed by your love, through Jesus our savior, who intercedes for us before your throne in […] - [A Collect to be Light in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-light-in-the-world-2/): Blessed Jesus, who brings light into the world, may we likewise be different, distinctive in a world full of darkness, that your goodness would shine through us and many would be drawn to you, through you who desires that all would come into your glorious kingdom in the presence of the Father and Holy Spirit. […] - [A Collect to be Salt in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-salt-in-the-world/): Holy Lord, God of all that is and was and shall be, keep us walking by your blessed ways, that our ways would be different from those of the world, adding savor to our cities and communities and so bringing life and joy to all those you place in our path, through Jesus our brother, […] - [A Collect to Live Righteously](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-righteously/): Righteous God, whose nature is perfect and holy, write your law on our hearts, that doing your will would flow from us like water from a spring and we would live as citizens of your blessed kingdom here in this life and forever, through Christ our teacher and example, who lives and reigns with you […] - [A Collect to be Drawn to Virtue](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-drawn-to-virtue/): O Lord our God, who is from everlasting, incline our hearts towards virtue and goodness, that we would walk with you and in your just and loving ways all the days of our life, through Jesus your son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in love and righteousness forever. Amen. ‘He […] - [A Collect to Remember God Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-god-always/): Lord God of all creation, in whom we live and move and have our being, let us not remember you only in ritual and religion, but incline our hearts to fulfill your will in the everyday and the ordinary things of life, that as you are present with us always, so might we be present […] - [A Collect to be Committed to Doing Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-committed-to-doing-good/): Blessed Jesus, who was pierced for our transgressions, let us not be distraught or surprised when we are persecuted for doing good, but strengthen our commitment to your ways of love and justice and humility, trusting in you to sustain us always, through you who lives in perfect joy with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to be Merciful](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-merciful/): Gracious Father, who is patient and understanding with our weakness, incline our hearts to be gracious with others, that in sharing love and mercy, we would multiply your goodness and draw many into the way of your kingdom and the way that satisfies our hearts, through Christ our redeemer, who lives with you and the […] - [A Collect to Desire Righteousness and Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-desire-righteousness-and-justice/): Righteous God, whose very nature defines what is good and right, may our hearts desire deeply justice and virtue and integrity in the world, that your Spirit might guide us to bring about such things where we can and so continue the good work that you began, through Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen. “Blessed are […] - [A Collect for Times of Grief](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-times-of-grief/): God of compassion, who tarries with those who abide in sorrow and suffering, help us to be okay with our grief and to stay present with ourselves as you are present with us, that as we go through pain, we would know you are there and would receive comfort from your gracious hand, through Jesus […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Acceptance of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-acceptance-of-us/): Gracious Lord, who came to us to speak words of comfort and invitation, we thank you for accepting us, regardless of where we are. Draw us more and more into your care, that in your presence, we would be transformed by your love, through you who lives in perfect unity with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Justice and Freedom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice-and-freedom/): Almighty God, whose will is justice and harmony, break the chains of the oppressed and free those who labor under cruelty and indifference, that the people would sing together in unity and joy and praise you for your goodness towards all those who look to you, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives forever with you […] - [A Collect for Light in Darkness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-light-in-darkness/): Great Father of all creation, for whom nothing is dark, bring light to us who walk in darkness, that oppression and suffering would cease and that we would see clearly the truth and the path to you, through Jesus our savior, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in perpetual glory, one God, forever […] - [A Collect for Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-5/): Compassionate teacher, who healed the diseases of Israel, bring healing to us also, that we would be relieved of our suffering and – with great gratitude -experience your power and goodness and love, through you who holds all power over heaven and earth with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God of endless glory. Amen. […] - [A Collect to be Reminded of the Good News](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-reminded-of-the-good-news-2/): Gracious Lord, who went throughout the countryside to declare the good news, remind us of the good news as well, that our hearts would be encouraged in the midst of struggle and we would turn and lean on your kindness and love this day and always, through you who lives and reigns in perfect joy […] - [A Collect to Be Willing to Let Go](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-let-go/): Rabbi Jesus, who leads us in the way of undying life, may we be willing to let go of all that distracts us from you, that in being dedicated to following you, we would receive back all that we have given up and more, through you who lives in perfect union with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Respond to Christ's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respond-to-christs-invitations/): Lord Jesus, great teacher and bearer of all wisdom, when you call, may we be willing to follow and obey, that we would enter into the life you have prepared for us and be blessed by being with you and joining in the good you are about, through you who reigns in perfect joy with […] - [A Collect to Turn from Foolish Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-foolish-ways/): Great Father above, who desires that all might live in your good kingdom, may we turn from our foolish and harmful ways and seek your wisdom, that we would enjoy the goodness of living by your laws and know that they fit the shape of our very souls, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and […] - [A Collect for Strength to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-strength-to-do-good-4/): Spirit of the Lord, who walks with us in your great love, may we take advantage of your empowering and strength, that we would not fall into sin or foolishness but live according to your ways of justice, mercy, and humility all our days, through Christ our savior, who lives forever with you and the […] - [A Collect to Understand the Gospel Fully](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-gospel-fully/): Spirit of Christ, who works within us for our good, strengthen our faith and our understanding of the message of Jesus, that we would lack nothing our spiritual lives and so be ready when Christ comes again, through him who lives and reigns in heaven with you and the Father in glory. Amen. ‘…just as […] - [A Collect for Understanding](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-understanding/): Spirit of God, who abides in us and for us, grant us understanding and wisdom, that we would know what is good and in accordance with your will and your ways and so live as true citizens of your blessed kingdom, through Jesus our example and Lord, who reigns over all things in you with […] - [A Collect to Be Inspired to Share Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-inspired-to-share-christ/): Great teacher, who speaks words of life to your disciples, may we, in our delight and joy at your wisdom, be inspired to speak of it to others, that they too could partake of your knowledge and grow wise in the ways of your loving kingdom, through you who abides in perfect joy and union […] - [A Collect to Abide With Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-abide-with-jesus/): Rabbi Jesus, who came from the Father to show us the ways of your kingdom, let us stay with you, being with you and learning from you, that we would come to understand how to live and become like you, full of grace and truth, through you who loved us to the end and now […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-3/): Savior Jesus, who came into the world for our forgiveness, remove our sin from us that we would not be separated from you and weighed down with guilt and shame but free to live according to your good word, through you who lives and reigns in perfect joy forever with the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Follow Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-follow-christ-3/): Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world, inspire in us a desire to truly follow you, that we would take on your way of being in the world and live as you do in faith, hope, and love all our days, through you who humbled yourself for our sake and now […] - [A Collect to Bring Love and Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bring-love-and-justice/): Righteous God, who has blessed us with goodness and love and justice, may we bless the world with that same love and justice, that we might be emissaries of your goodness and drawing the world to you and the life you offer, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect for Mercy in our Weakness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-in-our-weakness/): Servant of the Lord, in whom the Father delights, be merciful to us and gentle with our frailty, that we would not be crushed in our brokenness or harmed in our weakness but come to trust that we are safe in your loving hands, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect for Justice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-justice-2/): Almighty God, ruler of all the nations, bring about justice on the earth, that oppression, abuse, and suffering at the hands of one another would cease and care for each other would be the instinctive way of all our hearts, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect for Gentleness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gentleness/): Servant of the Lord, in whom the Father takes great delight, grant us a spirit of gentleness and goodness like yours, that we would take care around those who are vulnerable and hurting while not neglecting justice for all your children, through you who loved us to the end and now lives forever with the […] - [A Collect to Eschew Giving in to Pride](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-giving-in-to-pride/): Son of Man, who was tempted and yet did not sin, keep us from giving in to pride and the search for the highest place, that in contentment we would fulfill the righteousness that you desire and trust that the Father will give us what we truly need at the right time, through you who […] - [A Collect to Accept God's Plan](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-gods-plan/): Lord Jesus, our wise teacher, may we consent to whatever it is that you ask of us, even if we do not understand, trusting in your plan to bring about goodness and righteousness in and through us in the world, through you who walked among us and then ascended to the Father and Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect to Please the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-please-the-lord-2/): Our Father in Heaven, who has adopted us as your own sons and daughters, may we live up to your name, living as our example, Jesus, did, that you would be pleased with us and call us beloved children and delight in being with us, through your son, our brother, who abides with you and […] - [A Collect for a Home](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-home/): Lord God Almighty, be gracious to us and grant us a home, that we would not languish in exile or abandonment but be received into the company of those who love us for who we are as you do, through Jesus our redeemer, who loved us to the end and now lives in your presence […] - [A Collect of Thanks for our Adoption by God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-our-adoption-by-god/): Word of God, who entered into the world that you created, we thank you for opening the way to the Father, that we might be adopted as children of God. Grant that as your sisters and brothers, we might learn and live out your way of faith, hope, and love in this life and the […] - [A Collect to Accept All Things that Jesus Offers](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-accept-all-things-that-jesus-offers/): Creator of all things, who stepped into the very world you fashioned, soften our hearts that we might accept you and all that you bring, receiving both the difficult and the soothing, trusting that all you offer is for our good, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory […] - [A Collect to Receive the Life Jesus Offers](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-the-life-jesus-offers/): Light of the world, who created all things by your power, grant that we would understand what is the life that you offer, that we would receive from you true life both in this world and in the world to come, through you who lives and reigns forever in joy and union with the Father […] - [An Epiphany Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-epiphany-collect-3/): Gracious God, who desires that none should be forgotten, we thank you for welcoming all people into your fold, including ourselves. May we likewise exclude no one who desire to enter your kingdom that all might enjoy your presence and goodness, through Jesus, the gateway to your kingdom, who reigns with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect to be With God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-with-god/): Word of life, who went forth from God and abides with God still, may we be with the Father as you are with the Father, that we would do the things you did both in power and in mercy and grace, through you who reigns in perfect love with the Father and Holy Spirit forever […] - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Adoption of Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-adoption-of-us-2/): Light of the world, who walked among those who did not receive you, we thank you for welcoming us into your family. Grant us faith more and more to trust in you and walk as your beloved sisters and brothers, grafted into the life that comes from the Father above, through you who lives and […] - [A Collect for Mercy and Help](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-and-help/): Great high priest, who stands before the Father on our behalf, have mercy on us and help us, that in suffering we would not succumb to temptation and sin but endure as you did and so follow in your blessed way, through you who was raised to new life and lives forever with the Father […] - [A Collect to Allow Suffering to Refine Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-allow-suffering-to-refine-us/): Lord Jesus, who goes before us and with us, may we accept suffering when it is appropriate as you did, knowing that it purifies and refines our souls and makes perfect the salvation that you wrought for us, through you who was raised to new life and now abides in perfect joy with the Father […] - [A New Year's Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-new-years-collect/): Lord God Almighty, who has seen the end from the beginning, show us what you are about in this season, that we might join you in your work in and around us and participate in the continuing redemption and reconciliation of all things to you and your blessed kingdom, through Jesus your son, who reigns […] - [A Collect to Obey the Lord's Instructions](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey-the-lords-instructions/): O Lord our God, high king of heaven and earth, may we be obedient to your call and to your wisdom, that we would without delay fulfill your will when you reveal yourself to us and so receive the benefits of your presence and your righteous and loving ways all of our days, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Know When to Escape](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-when-to-escape/): Holy Spirit of God, our source of true wisdom and guidance, grant us wisdom to know when to escape the trouble we find, that we would not needlessly place ourselves in danger or temptation or put the Lord to the test but heed the wisdom of finding places of safety when the time is right, […] - [A Collect to Trust God Even in Hardship](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-even-in-hardship/): Lord of all creation, who sees all that passes on this earth, let us not expect that our lives would be free of difficulty, but grant us faith to trust in your goodness and love in the midst of whatever may come, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy […] - [A Collect for God's Presence](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gods-presence/): Lord God Almighty, whose presence shakes the foundations of the Earth, be with us in distress and trouble, that in being with you, our fears would be assuaged, our troubles eased, and we would find redemption of all that we must endure, through your son, who suffered for our sake and now lives and reigns […] - [A Collect for Solidarity with Those in Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-solidarity-with-those-in-need/): Lord Jesus, who set aside your glory for those you love, grant us eyes to see your unity and love for the poor and weak, the marginalized and in need, that our hearts would likewise be drawn to seek out the least in this world and share with them the love and gifts you have […] - [A Collect for Reassurance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-reassurance-3/): Spirit of the Lord, who tarries with us along the way, bring reassurance when we are troubled, anxious, or afraid, that we would know you are near and that you care for us and are bringing about good for us and all the world, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns over all creation […] - [A Christmas Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-collect-3/): Great God of all peoples, who offers good news to any who will receive it, bring joy to all peoples, great and small, that each person would find in the Lord’s coming the salvation that they need and the hope for your goodness still to come, through your Messiah who reigns with you and the […] - [A Christmas Eve Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-christmas-eve-collect-2/): God of wonder, who brings about good things for your people, may we, like Mary, ponder what you have done for us and treasure your words within, that our hearts may be warmed and your goodness take root in us deeply, through Jesus your son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, […] - [A Collect to Obey](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-obey/): Lord Jesus, who humbled yourself and took on our frail nature, may we, like Joseph, be quick to obey the Father’s commands, that your will would be done, and the world be blessed in us as it was in him, through you who abides with that Father and Holy Spirit in perfect union forever and […] - [A Collect for Salvation from Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-salvation-from-sin/): Lord Jesus, who showed us the essence of humility and love, save us from our sins, that we would be free from enslavement to destructive ways and spared the pain and suffering of what our ways have wrought, through you who set aside your glory for our sake and was restored to glory in the […] - [A Collect for God to be With Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-god-to-be-with-us/): Gracious Father, who is patient with your children, be present with us despite our follies and foolishness, that we might grow wise and loving as you are, learning your ways and imitating your goodness, becoming like you more and more, through Jesus our brother, who showed us the way to your kingdom and sent us […] - [A Collect for Patience](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience/): God of all things, who has seen the end from the beginning, grant us patience as we wait for you, that in waiting with trust, we would receive you and your goodness at the right time and with joy and relief at what you shall bring, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Collect for Protection](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection/): Lord God almighty, shield of the weak and fortress to your people, protect us as we walk along your paths, that we might neither be assaulted nor go astray but go with your blessing and the companionship and joy of your people, through Jesus our brother, who walked before us and now intercedes for us […] - [A Collect for Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-healing-3/): Loving God, who holds health and life in your hands, heal us of our infirmities, that we would dance and sing for joy at your goodness to us and praise your name to the world, through Jesus our savior who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory, world without end. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Turn to God for Help](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-god-for-help/): Almighty God, who bears great power on behalf of the vulnerable, turn our eyes to you for our salvation from all that threatens and oppresses, that we would trust in your goodness and rescue at the right time and would await with patience and anticipation the coming of the day of the Lord, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Restore Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-restore-life/): Almighty God, creator of all that is, restore life back to place of dryness and abandonment, that we would blossom and flourish and rejoice in your goodness towards us, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘The wilderness and the dry land […] - [A Collect to Remember Jesus in Discouragement](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-jesus-in-discouragement/): Great teacher, turn our minds to seek you when we are discouraged and doubting, that we might find encouragement and wisdom from you and so be reassured and made ready for what is still to come, through you who triumphed over death and reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. […] - [A Collect for Relief and Restoration](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-relief-and-restoration/): Lord Jesus, our healer and redeemer, bring relief and restoration to your people, that all who are isolated, ostracized, defeated, and oppressed would know your goodness and enter into your loving kingdom, through you who lives and reigns forever in love with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John […] - [A Collect to Find Wisdom in Scripture](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-wisdom-in-scripture/): Spirit of truth, who guides us towards wisdom, may we continue to learn and understand ever more what the scriptures teach, that we might grow wise and good as you are and be encouraged in the work you are doing in our hearts, through Jesus our teacher, who spoke truth to us on earth and […] - [A Collect for a Pure Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-pure-heart/): Lord Jesus Christ, son of David, purify our hearts, that those impurities that we carry would be burned away, and hearts that are like your own would remain to direct us in your ways, through you who reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘I baptize you with water for repentance, […] - [A Collect for Life and Growth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-life-and-growth/): Our God in heaven, who has freed us from sin, lead us onward to life and growth, that as we continue in your ways and in your service, the works we do would produce springs of life in our souls, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Recognize the Futility of Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-futility-of-sin-2/): Holy God, whose nature is righteousness and peace, help us to see the fruit of our sins and foolish choices, that we would recognize the consequences and futility of chasing after such things and be ever more committed to your good and life-giving ways, through Christ our brother, who took on our nature and showed […] - [A Collect to Cease from Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-from-sin/): Gracious God, who has taught us how to live well through your beloved Son, help us to more and more be obedient to your teaching, that we would increasingly abandon sin and destruction and become servants of your life-giving ways, through Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Place Ourselves Before God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-place-ourselves-before-god/): Indwelling Spirit, source of the wisdom of God for us, help us to place ourselves continually before you and before the Father, that as we abide in your presence, we would more and more escape from sin and be used of you for good in the world, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you […] - [A Collect to Turn from Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-sin/): Spirit of truth, from whom nothing is hidden, show us where we have given ourselves over to sin, that we could turn from that which leads to death and instead give ourselves to that which you desire, through Jesus our Lord, who lives in glory forever with you and the Father above. Amen. ‘Therefore do […] - [A Collect to Represent Jesus Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-represent-jesus-well/): Lord Jesus, who desires that all people be reconciled to you, help us to represent you well to the world, that those who see us would see you and be drawn through us into your great love, though you who lives in perfect union with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory, world without end. […] - [A Collect to Bless Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-others-4/): Gracious God, who sees all that passes in the world, grant us a generous and helpful mien, trusting that even the small things done to serve those around us are treasures in your sight, through Jesus our brother, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Die to Sin](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-die-to-sin/): Holy Spirit of God, who empowers us to do the Father’s will, help us to become dead to the sin we bear, that we would cease living for that which does not nourish and abide in the enlivening presence of Christ, through him who lives with you and the Father in perfect joy and unity […] - [A Collect to Love God First](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-first/): Spirit of the living God, who speaks the truth to our hearts, help us to let nothing become more important or urgent than our love for you, that our hearts would ever be given to you before all things, leading us to walk in your kingdom ways all the days of our life, through Christ […] - [A Collect to Trust God in Strife](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-in-strife/): Almighty God, who knows the end from the beginning, let us not be surprised when we face conflict and division, knowing that your way of love will be opposed by many, but grant us trust in you even in places of strife, through Jesus our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Know God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-gods-love-2/): Loving Father, who keeps watch over each of us, help us to know and rest in your deep care, that we would not fear the threats and dangers of this world but trust that we are secure in you, through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world […] - [A Collect to Not Fear Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-fear-others/): Lord Jesus, creator of heaven and earth, assuage our fears of those who seek to harm or oppose us, knowing that you are our shield and that all things will be made right when you come again to judge the world, through you who lives and reigns over all things with the Father and Holy […] - [A Collect to Not be Shaken by Opposition to Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-be-shaken-by-opposition-to-good/): Christ Jesus, our teacher and master, let us not be disturbed when we are maligned and insulted for doing good in the world, but may we find solace and joy in solidarity with you, through you who lives and reigns in perfect love with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory, world without end. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Focus on God's Will and Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-focus-on-gods-will-and-ways/): Lord Jesus, our teacher and example, help us to let go of our worries and cease seeking our own desires and pleasures and instead seek after your will and your ways that we might discover the real life that you bring, through you who reigns over all things with the Father and Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect for Patience and Serenity in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-and-serenity-in-struggle/): Our Father in Heaven, grant us patience and understanding when we face trials, trusting that you can use the pains and struggles of our lives to bring about virtue and that we are at all times sustained by your love and presence, through Jesus, your son, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect for Wisdom in Opposition](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-in-opposition/): Spirit of the Lord, sent from the Father to be with us forever, grant us wisdom that we would know how to navigate a world that sometimes seeks to devour us and how to respond in your love to even those who will not hear, through Christ our Lord, who lives in you with the […] - [A Collect to Recognize the Kingdom Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-kingdom-present/): Spirit of God, who enlightens our eyes and warms our hearts, grant us sight to recognize that your reign and your ways are not far from us, that we would be encouraged at your presence and earnestly desire to enter into your will, through Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Father in […] - [A Collect for Power to Do God's Works](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-power-to-do-gods-works/): Almighty God, whose power is without bounds, grant us faith and power to work the works that you have give us to do, that we would bless the world around us and glorify you, demonstrating your goodness and power to all, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect for Compassion](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-compassion-3/): Lord Jesus, whose nature is goodness and whose character is love, have mercy on us, that you would see our needs and reach out your hand to bring comfort and help, through you who empathizes with our weakness, having shared our flesh, and intercedes at the right hand of the Father in the Holy Spirit. […] - [A Collect for Christ to be Active in the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christ-to-be-active-in-the-world/): Lord Jesus, whose power is greater than we can imagine, be present and active, bringing about good in the world, that we might know the truth, experience your goodness, and be healed from all that afflicts us both in body and soul, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Care for Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-others/): Almighty God, who sees the needs of your people, inspire in us the drive and compassion to care for those needs, that your children would know they are loved and cared for and that many would believe that you are present with them in your Spirit and through your people, through Christ our redeemer who […] - [A Collect for a Blessing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-a-blessing/): God of heaven and earth, who created all things for your pleasure, grant us your blessing that we would be able in turn to bless those around us and they might continue to spread the blessing to their neighbors, that all the world might be filled with your goodness, through Christ our Lord. Amen. ‘I […] - [A Collect for Faith in God's Healing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faith-in-gods-healing/): Spirit of truth, who abides with us in love and power, grant us faith to believe in your power, presence, and care, that we might be made well, receiving healing and wholeness from your hand, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Father, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘Jesus […] - [A Collect to Love Others Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-others-well/): Loving God, who created us in joy, incline our hearts to care for one another foremost, that we would not demand perfection from ourselves or one another but grant to all understanding and kindness, through Jesus our brother, who gave himself for our sake and now lives forever with you and the Holy Spirit in […] - [A Collect to Recognize Others' Need](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-others-need/): Jesus, font of great wisdom, help us to see the hurt that others carry, that rather than seeking destruction, we might pray to you for their healing, through you who died that all might live and intercedes for us still in the presence of the Father and Holy Spirit above. Amen. ‘But when he heard […] - [A Collect to Love Anyone](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-anyone/): Lord Jesus, whose love encompasses all who are willing, keep us from shunning those whom you love, and grant us hearts that, like yours, embrace any who are willing to come to you, who loved us to the end and now abides in perfect joy with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘And […] - [A Collect to Respond to the Spirit's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-respond-to-the-spirits-invitations/): Spirit of the Lord, who speaks the words of God in our hearts, may we respond to your invitations and promptings without delay, that we would join in what you are about and not miss the good things that you have prepared for us and for all the world, through Jesus our teacher, who showed […] - [A Collect to Come to God in Weakness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-come-to-god-in-weakness/): Great physician, who cures our infirmities and restores our souls, open our eyes to recognize our need, that we would not come to you in pride or to show ourselves good but in humility, offering to you our weakness, through you who knows our frailty for you bore them and intercedes for us before the […] - [A Collect to Steward Creation Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-steward-creation-well/): Almighty Father, ruler of all things, make us faithful to carry out your work well, that as we reign over creation under your eye, we would we careful stewards of all that is yours to bring you pleasure and glory, through Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Gifts to Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-gifts-to-us/): Almighty God, who set the foundations of the Earth, keep us mindful that all we have is from you, that even in our power and intelligence, we would not forget your power and goodness towards us, through Jesus our redeemer, who rules over all creation with you and the Holy Spirit, one God of glory, […] - [A Collect for Humility](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humility-3/): King of kings, who rules over all things in majesty, grant us humility, that we would remember our finitude and need and be awed all the more at your love for us, through Jesus our savior, who died that we might live and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘When […] - [A Collect to be Awed by Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-awed-by-creation/): Awesome Creator of all things, who has set the flaming stars in place, let us never cease to be awed by your creation, that in seeing your works, we would be continually humbled and amazed by your power, through Jesus our deliverer, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. […] - [A Collect to Know Jesus Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-jesus-present-2/): Blessed Jesus, both lord and friend, be with us as we go about your work in the world, that as we seek to continue your mission of reconciliation, we would find you present and empowering and caring and so be strengthened to do your will, through you who reigns with Father and Holy Spirit forever […] - [A Collect to Know how to Walk As Jesus Does](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-how-to-walk-as-jesus-does/): Rabbi, who has shown us your ways, teach us how to do all that you have commanded, that we would be able to obey your commands and walk as you do in justice, wisdom, and love, through you who ascended to the Father and Holy Spirit to reign in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘Go […] - [A Collect for Trinity Sunday](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-trinity-sunday-2/): Great Trinity of persons, who was and is and is to come, grant us ardor and strength to proclaim your goodness, that the world might be immersed in your name and all nations would be reborn of you. We ask you this, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘Go therefore […] - [A Collect to Bless as We are Blessed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-bless-as-we-are-blessed/): Spirit of Christ, granted to us by the Father, flow out of us like rivers of living water, that we might bless those around us as you have blessed us and all might find their souls satisfied with your goodness, through Jesus our Lord. Amen. “As the scripture has said, ‘Out of the believer’s heart […] - [A Collect to Turn to Jesus to be Satisfied](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-to-jesus-to-be-satisfied/): Lord Jesus, source of all good things, let us not hide from our thirst, but in recognizing our need, may we turn to you and find what we need to satisfy our souls, through you who abides in perfect joy with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘On the last day of […] - [A Collect to Hear the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-the-spirit-2/): God of heaven and earth, whose eye sees all that passes, grant us through your Spirit wisdom and vision that we would hear your word in us and speak truth into the world for the good of all those whom you love, through Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one […] - [A Collect to Endure the Slights of Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-endure-the-slights-of-others/): Christ Jesus, who went before us to show us the way, let us not be disturbed or surprised that others may mock us for our trust in you, for you endured as much, as did the prophets before you, but strengthen us to continue trusting in your ways, through you who now reigns over all […] - [A Collect to Communicate Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-communicate-well/): God of all nations, who understands all that passes on the earth, grant us the desire and capacity to speak to those we meet in a way that they understand, so that we might be united in you and praise your name together for all you have done, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with […] - [A Collect for Pentecost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-pentecost-3/): Holy Spirit of God, who grants your power to those whom you love, rest on us and fill us, that we would be enabled by your presence and power to join in your mission of reconciliation, justice, and mercy in the world, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who abides with you and the Father, one […] - [A Collect to be Restored by God's Grace](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-restored-by-gods-grace/): God of all grace, whose nature is goodness and love, strengthen and support us when we are in need, that, restored by your care, we might glorify you and continue your mission of love to the world, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity, one God, world […] - [A Collect to Give Our Anxieties to God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-give-our-anxieties-to-god/): Great comforter, who abides with us and in us, call to our minds your invitation to give you our anxieties, that we might turn to you in faith and trust and find you present with great love, through Jesus our brother, who loved us to the end and now reigns with you and the Father […] - [A Collect to Remember God's Presence in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-gods-presence-in-struggle/): Holy Father, whose nature is love, let us not be surprised or disturbed by the difficulties we face, knowing that you may not rescue us from all trouble but also walk with us as we go through them, through Christ our brother, who suffered for our sake and now lives forever in joy with you […] - [A Collect for Protection Against Schism](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-protection-against-schism/): Loving Father, who cares deeply for us all, shield us from all that would tear us apart, that we would hold together in love, living as one as you are one with the Spirit and Son, who died that we might live and reigns forever and ever in glory. Amen. ‘Holy Father, protect them in […] - [A Collect to Know God More](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-god-more/): Lord God Almighty, creator of heaven and earth, reveal yourself to us more and more, that we might know you and come increasingly to love you and strive to remain in your kingdom now and forever, through Jesus your son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in endless joy in heaven. […] - [A Collect to Fulfill the Work We Are Given to Do](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-fulfill-the-work-we-are-given-to-do/): Spirit of God, who speaks the words of Christ to us, make clear to us the work that we are to do, that we would fulfill your will and so glorify you and your kingdom on earth, through Jesus our Lord, who with you and the Father reign over all creation in glory and majesty […] - [A Collect to Know God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-god/): Our Father in heaven, the only true God, may we grow more and more in knowledge of and relationship with you, that in connection to you, we may find life that never dies, through Jesus your son, who lives forever with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity and joy forever. Amen. ‘And this […] - [A Collect to Return Good for Evil](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-return-good-for-evil-2/): Holy Spirit of Christ, who works within our deep hearts, keep us from returning evil for evil, but instead return good, that we might stop cycles of abuse and offer your love even to those who malign us, through Jesus our example, who forgave those who killed him and now lives forever with you and […] - [A Collect to Trust God in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-in-suffering/): Great comforter, who is present within us, bring us stability and comfort when we suffer, whether justly or unjustly, that no matter what we face, we would trust in you and in the good that you are bringing about, through Jesus our brother, who suffered for our sake and now lives forever with you and […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-love-2/): Lord Jesus, who shows the Father to those who seek after you, may we receive your love and the love of the Father, that we would know you are with us, that we are not alone or abandoned, and that you will come again to us when the time is right, through you who prepares […] - [A Collect for Christ's Life in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-christs-life-in-us/): Son of the living God, who gave yourself for us in your great love, bind us to your life, that as you live, we would live, and our lives would reflect your goodness in the world, through you who reigns forever in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit above. Amen. “In a little while […] - [A Collect for Jesus to Return](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-return/): Lord Jesus, savior of all who are willing to receive you, come quickly and set aright all things, that we might live in love and peace and find satisfaction for our troubled souls, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. “I will not leave you orphaned; […] - [A Collect of Thanks for the Presence of the Spirit](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-the-presence-of-the-spirit/): Heavenly Father, who cares well for your children, we thank you for sending us your spirit to be with us. May we listen for your help and guidance and trust in your presence always. This we ask in the name of your beloved son, Jesus, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory […] - [A Collect to Love Jesus Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-jesus-well/): Lord Jesus, who taught us how to live, incline our hearts to love you more and more, that in loving you, we would naturally and with joy fulfill what you ask of us, through you who lives forever in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. “If you love me, you will […] - [A Collect to Continue Christ's Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-continue-christs-work/): Great teacher, who abides with us still through your Holy Spirit, work in us and through us, that we might continue your works of love and wisdom in the world, bringing about the good that you desire for all people, through you who abides in great joy with the Father in heaven forever. Amen. ‘Very […] - [A Collect to Speak and Act as God Would](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-and-act-as-god-would/): Loving Father, who dwells in your people through the Holy Spirit, draw us to hear the words you speak in our hearts, that we would not act merely in our own interests and plans but speak what you would have us speak and do what you would have us do to be a blessing to […] - [A Collect to Know God in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-god-in-jesus/): Almighty God, who created us out of an overflow of your great love, we thank you for revealing yourself in your son. May we know you and your character more and more as we look to Jesus’s life and words and come to love you as you love us, through your beloved son who lives […] - [A Collect to Look to Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-jesus/): Son of the Most High, who has opened to us the gates of heaven, may we look to you for our salvation and our life, that we would receive from your hand what is truly good and be welcomed into the presence of the Father in joy, through you who lives and reigns with the […] - [A Collect for Jesus to Come Soon](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-come-soon/): Lord Jesus, who is preparing a new home for us, come quickly, that we might be with you in both body and spirit and that all might be made right in our troubled world, through you who intercedes for us always before the Father’s throne in the Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘And if I […] - [A Collect to Lay Down Our Worries](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lay-down-our-worries/): Prince of peace, who desires that all might know your presence and comfort, strengthen our trust in you and your love and goodness, that we might be ever more able to lay down our anxieties and worries and rest in your care for us, through you who is preparing a place for us in the […] - [A Collect to Lay Down our Attempts to Save Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lay-down-our-attempts-to-save-ourselves/): Lord Jesus, who is the way to the Father, show us where we have sought to save ourselves from all that troubles us, that we could set aside our futile attempts to reach paradise and trust in you to provide, through you who opened the way to heaven where you reign with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Not Return Hurt for Hurt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-return-hurt-for-hurt/): Suffering servant, who bore our sins willingly, keep us from returning hurt for hurt and inflicting our pain on others, but help us trust in the Father’s justice and goodness, breaking the cycle of suffering, through you who showed us the way to the Father and now reigns in glory in the Holy Spirit forever […] - [A Collect for Endurance in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-endurance-in-suffering/): Lamb of God, who was bruised for our sins, grant us perseverance when we must endure pain and suffering, that we would not be crushed by what we face but look to your and your example of trust in the Father and hope in what is to come, through you who now reigns forever in […] - [A Collect to Find Satisfaction](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-satisfaction/): Good shepherd, who cares for us, your sheep, lead us to good pasture, to green and fulfilling places, that we would be able to satisfy our souls and enrich ourselves with the good world you created for us, through you our rock and redeemer, who reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit forever. Amen. ‘I […] - [A Collect to Recognize Jesus's Voice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-jesuss-voice/): Good shepherd, who calls to your own, help us to recognize your voice, that we would hear when you call and know who to trust, being safe in your loving care, through you who lives and reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. “When he has brought out all his own, […] - [A Collect for Jesus to Lead Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-jesus-to-lead-us/): King of all kings, who rules over what you created, go before us and lead us, that as we follow you, we would help to fulfill your good works and foster the love and justice that you desire for all the world, through you who reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever […] - [A Collect to Recognize Those Who Seek Only Themselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-those-who-seek-only-themselves/): Holy Spirit of truth, who grants us wisdom in our hearts and minds, help us to recognize those who ignore your laws and ways, that we would not be taken advantage of by those who seek only themselves, through Christ our savior who reigns in glory forever with you and the Father above. Amen. ‘Very […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-life/): Gracious Lord, who humbled yourself and took on our mortality, open our hearts that we would receive the gift of life that you offer, receiving in abundance the goodness that you desire for all your creation, through you who lives forever in perfect unity and joy with the Father and Holy Spirit above. Amen. “The […] - [A Collect to Love One Another Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-one-another-well-4/): Blessed Jesus, who has purified us from our sins and futile pursuits, fill our hearts with affection for you and for one another, that we would love each other well, fulfilling the law and blessing each other as you have blessed all your children, through you who abides forever in joy with the Father and […] - [A Collect for Mercy for Our Errors](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-mercy-for-our-errors/): Gracious Father, who sits as judge over all, have mercy on our sins and failings, for we know that you judge righteously and without favor. Grant us wisdom to live well under your law and your ways, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in righteousness and majesty […] - [A Collect to Share our Experiences of God with One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-share-our-experiences-of-god-with-one-another/): Lord God almighty, who works within us wonderfully but strangely, let us not be afraid to tell others of our miraculous and mystical experiences, that we would discover you at work in each of us and be encouraged by one another’s experiences of you, through Jesus your son our savior, who lives and reigns with […] - [A Collect to See God Present](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-present-2/): Indwelling Spirit, gift and presence of God, open our eyes at the right moment, that we would see you present and at work and would recognize what you are about in us and around us, through Jesus, the great teacher, who lives and reigns in you with the Father, one God, world without end. Amen. […] - [A Collect to Understand the Scriptures](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-scriptures-2/): Great teacher, source of all knowledge and wisdom, open our minds to understand the scriptures, that we would see what what you have done and what you are about and might join with you in your work among all creation, through you who was raised to new life by the power of the Father and […] - [A Collect to Trust in God's Presence Always](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-presence-always/): Loving Lord, who is never far from us, grant that we would trust in your presence even when we do not see you, that we would be secure in your wisdom and ways, knowing that even your hiddenness is for our good and the good of the world you love, through you who abides in […] - [A Collect to See What God is About](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-what-god-is-about-2/): Holy Spirit of God, who is at work within us always, open our eyes that we might see and recognize what you are about and so be able to join you in your good work of bringing love and justice to all the world, through Jesus our redeemer who reigns over all creation in you […] - [A Collect to Let Go of Other 'Gods'](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-go-of-other-gods/): Lord God, who holds power over all creation, show us those things to which we have given our devotion, that we might let go of all other gods and save ourselves from sorrow and turn to you for our good, through Christ Jesus our salvation, who gave himself for our sake in love and now […] - [A Collect to Delight in God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-delight-in-gods-ways/): Spirit of truth, who guides us in paths of righteousness, incline our hearts to delight in your holy ways, that we would be drawn to those that walk according to the Word and be encouraged to find our joy in you, through Jesus our teacher, who lived without sin and was raised to new life […] - [A Collect to See God With Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-god-with-us/): Lord God almighty, whose nature is righteousness and goodness, grant that we might see you as you go before us, that we would find comfort and encouragement in your presence and power, through Jesus your son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. ‘”For David says […] - [A Collect to Believe](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-believe/): Gracious God, who has hidden yourself behind the veil, grant us faith to trust in you, that even when we cannot see you, we would still believe in your goodness and presence and power, through Jesus your son our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen. ‘Jesus […] - [A Collect for Greater Faith](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-greater-faith/): Gracious Jesus, who knows our weaknesses and needs, give us what we need to believe and to strengthen our faith, that we could hold fast to your promises and stay close to you, trusting in your presence and goodness, through you who intercedes for us always before the Father in the Holy Spirit in glory. […] - [A Collect to be Filled with the Breath of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-filled-with-the-breath-of-god/): Risen savior, whose nature is life and goodness, let your breath fill us, that our bodies would flow with the spirit that flowed through your own, and our hearts be filled the same love that filled yours, who showed us the way to the Father and now intercedes for us before the throne of heaven. […] - [A Collect to Show God's Love to the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-show-gods-love-to-the-world/): Loving Father, who desires peace for all your children, may we remember always that we are sent into the world on your behalf, that we would demonstrate your love and goodness to all who cross our path, as did your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit […] - [A Collect for Forgiveness and Freedom from All that Separates Us from God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-forgiveness-and-freedom-from-all-that-separates-us-from-god/): Gracious Lord, who has drawn us from the beginning, increase our trust, that we would offer up to you all things that separate us from you and we would enjoy fully your love and presence with us, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity, now and forever. […] - [A Collect to Testify to Christ](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-testify-to-christ/): Holy Spirit, who abides with us as wisdom and power, grant us courage to speak the truth of your presence and of the divinity of Christ, that those who are willing to receive your blessing might hear and welcome you into their lives, through him who was raised from the dead and now lives forever […] - [A Collect to Do Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-do-good-2/): Almighty God, source of all power, grant us the desire and capacity to do good to those in need, that we might free those oppressed by the devil and by earthly powers and bring life and healing to those whom you love and so follow in the footsteps of your beloved son, who lives and […] - [A Collect to Show No Partiality](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-show-no-partiality/): Great and loving God, who shows no partiality, show us where we harbor bias and prejudice, that we might rid ourselves of these things and show love to all as you do, through Jesus our savior, who gave freely to all who would receive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. […] - [A Collect to Put to Death the Ways of the World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-to-death-the-ways-of-the-world/): Lord Jesus, who holds power over life and death, put to death in us all that leads away from you, that we would obtain from you at the right time the true life that comes from your way of faith, hope, and love, through you who lives in perfect joy forever with the Father and […] - [A Collect to Avoid Attachment the Things of This World](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-attachment-the-things-of-this-world/): Risen Lord, who showed us the way of heaven, keep us from dwelling on the things of this world, lest they draw us away from you and from what truly satisfies our souls, through you who loved us to the end and now rules in love and justice with the Father and Holy Spirit above. […] - [An Easter Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-easter-collect-3/): Risen Lord, who brings new life to those who are willing to receive it, may we be transformed by your power and given new life, that we would seek the things of heaven and desire that which you treasure both in this life and in the life to come, through you who lives and reigns […] - [A Holy Saturday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-holy-saturday-collect-4/): O God who is hidden and waits in silence, let us hold fast to the remembrance of your love, that even in affliction and suffering we might yet find hope and trust in your salvation, through your beloved son Jesus, who lay in the grave with the assurance that you would raise him again in […] - [A Good Friday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-good-friday-collect-3/): Suffering servant of God, who was wounded that we might be healed, open our eyes to the consequences of sin and wrong, of hubris and malice and greed, that we might turn from the ways of death and embrace the wholeness that you offer, through you who gave up your life that we might live […] - [A Maundy Thursday Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-maundy-thursday-collect-3/): Great teacher, who knows the way of life, incline our hearts to love one another first and always, that we might be sons of our Father and true disciples of you and your ways, through you who died to show us the extent of your love and was raised to life by the power of […] - [A Lenten Collect for Life out of Death](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-life-out-of-death/): Lord Jesus, who holds the keys of death and Hades, bring life out of death, that our grief might be soothed and our faith in you renewed and we would continually watch for how you will redeem all things, through you who ascended from the grave to reign in glory with the Father and Holy […] - [A Lenten Collect to Do Whatever the Spirit Asks](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-do-whatever-the-spirit-asks/): Holy Spirit, who speaks to our souls, grant us the willingness to do whatever you ask, that even if it seems absurd, we would see your power displayed and your wisdom bear fruit as we follow your ways, through Jesus our teacher, who died to bring us life and now lives forever with you and […] - [A Lenten Collect for Jesus to Share our Tears](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-jesus-to-share-our-tears/): Jesus, our brother and companion, weep with us when our hearts are broken, that we would know that we are not alone and that we would take comfort in you sharing in our suffering, through you who brings life out of death and now abides in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘When […] - [A Lenten Collect to Hold On to What is Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-hold-on-to-what-is-good/): Spirit of truth, who guides us through a troubled world, help us to hold on to what is good and true even in the midst of pain, that we would be anchored in you always, knowing you are good and loving and with us forever, through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns in you with […] - [A Lenten Collect to Grieve Together](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-grieve-together/): Man of sorrows, who knows what it is to suffer, let us comfort one another in grief and distress, that we would not suffer alone but find our pain eased in the presence of others who carry us, through you who died that we might live and now abides forever in the presence of the […] - [A Lenten Collect to Love Jesus Even in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-to-love-jesus-even-in-difficulty/): Blessed Jesus, let us not doubt your love even should you fail to answer our prayers, but grant us faith to trust in your wisdom and goodness and cling to you still, through you who died that we might live and now abides forever in the presence of the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. […] - [A Lenten Collect for Faith and Life in Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-lenten-collect-for-faith-and-life-in-jesus/): Lord Jesus, source of true life, grant us faith to trust in you and in your will and ways, that even in trouble and suffering, we would still find life through you, who lives and reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘Jesus said to her, […] - [A Collect to Commit Ourselves to the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-commit-ourselves-to-the-lord/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who sits enthroned above all creation, may we commit ourselves to you and renew our promise day by day, that we would not drift away from the source of life but remain ever tethered to your goodness, through Jesus our Savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. “Now if you are unwilling to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living, but […] - [A Collect to Release our Idols](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-release-our-idols/): Lord God Almighty, who alone is good, help us to let go of all those gods – those ideals and powers and parties and persons – whose promises we have believed, that we would trust in you and your goodness this day and always, through Christ our Lord. Amen. “Now, therefore, revere the LORD and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness; put away the gods that your ancestors served beyond the River and in Egypt and serve the LORD.” – Joshua 24:14 - [A Collect to Remember Our Journey with God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remember-our-journey-with-god/): Lord God of all nations, who watches over all that happens in creation, call us from time to time to remember your works among us, that we would be encouraged and reminded of your goodness and renew our commitment and desire to follow your will and your ways, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘And Joshua said to all the people, “Thus says the LORD, the God of Israel: Long ago your ancestors–Terah and his sons Abraham and Nahor–lived beyond the Euphrates and served other gods. Then I took […] - [A Collect for Sustenance Along the Journey](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-sustenance-along-the-journey/): Spirit of the Lord, who abides with us and in us, give us wisdom to discern what we need to sustain us as we wait for your redemption, that we would not be extinguished before the end but have all we need to be strengthened until we see the fulfillment of your goodness, through Christ our Lord, who reigns in you before the Father in heaven. Amen. ‘When the foolish took their lamps, they took no oil with them, but the wise took flasks of oil with their lamps.’ – Matthew 25:3-4 - [A Collect to Seek to Serve One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-to-serve-one-another/): Lord Jesus, the anointed one, who humbled yourself to take on our mortal nature, grant us grace to humble ourselves as well, that we might not seek to exalt ourselves but look to how we might serve the needs of one another and so imitate our beloved teacher, through you who abides in joy forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. ‘The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted.’ – Matthew 23:11-12 - [A Collect for the Humility to Learn from Many](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-humility-to-learn-from-many/): Great teacher, who has called us out of darkness into light, grant us contentment and humility, that we would have no need of great status or the esteem of many but would recognize our need for one another and the gift of being amongst many brothers and sisters, through you who abides in perfect union with the Father and Holy Spirit forever. Amen. ‘But you are not to be called rabbi, for you have one teacher, and you are all brothers and sisters.’ – Matthew 23:8 - [A Collect to Trust in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-gods-love/): Loving Father, who desires that all would believe in your care, help us to trust and be satisfied in your love and the love of our friends and family, that we would not need the esteem and admiration of many but be filled and content already, through Jesus our brother, who humbled himself and was raised to your right hand in the Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘They love to … have people call them rabbi. But you are not to be called rabbi, for you have one teacher, and you are all brothers and sisters.’ – Matthew 23: 6-8 - [A Collect to Nourish Our Souls Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-nourish-our-souls-well/): Gracious God, who knows our weaknesses, show us how we ought to nourish our souls, that we would not need to use our good works to profit for ourselves but may do them freely in love as you have loved us, through Jesus our Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘They do all their deeds to be seen by others, for they make their phylacteries broad and their fringes long.’ – Matthew 23:5 - [A Collect to Not Abuse Our Privilege](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-abuse-our-privilege/): Lord of Heaven and Earth, who came not to be served but to serve, grant us willing hearts to do whatever is needful, that we would not abuse our privilege or authority but work as you do for the good of all, through you who dwells forever in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. “The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses’s seat; therefore, do whatever they teach you and follow it; but do not do as they do, for they do not practice what they teach. They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on […] - [A Collect to Practice What We Preach](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-practice-what-we-preach-2/): Wise teacher, who is expert on the law of life and love, help us to live out what we claim, that we could not be accused of hypocrisy and would please you with our lives and not merely our words, through you who reigns over all creation with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. “The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses’s seat; therefore, do whatever they teach you and follow it; but do not do as they do, for they do not practice what they teach.” – Matthew 23:2-3 - [An All Saints' Day Collect](https://matthewrgreen.com/an-all-saints-day-collect-2/): High King of all that shall ever be, who reigns from your throne in heaven above, may we stand together with all those who praise you with one voice, that we might learn from one another and accept one another, growing in love and becoming like you who gives generously to all, through the lamb of God who reigns at your right hand in the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. ‘After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the […] - [A Collect to Find Comfort in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-comfort-in-god/): Almighty Father, who has been and shall remain and will be forever, may we remember your presence always, that in times of trouble and times of peace, we would find in you a home and a place of safety and comfort, through Jesus our brother, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations.’ – Ps 90:1 - [A Collect to Love Others Purely](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-others-purely/): God of truth and love, who seeks the good of your people, help us to love one another purely, that we would not fall into flattery or manipulation and seek to use others to benefit ourselves, through Jesus our redeemer, who gave himself for us in love and now abides with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘As you know and as God is our witness, we never came with words of flattery or with a pretext for greed.’ – 1 Thes. 2:5 - [A Collect to Look to God's Approval](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-look-to-gods-approval/): Almighty creator of all that is, whose power knows no limits, let not our hearts by pinned to the opinions and approval of the world, that we would be focused on your desires and the goodness and virtue that is forever your nature, through Christ our Lord, who showed us faith, hope, and love, and now abides in your presence in the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘Just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the message of the gospel, even so we speak, not to please mortals but to please God, who tests our hearts.’ […] - [A Collect to Know Our Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-know-our-hearts-3/): Holy and indwelling Spirit, who knows the thoughts and intentions of our hearts, grant us insight into our true motivations, that we might release all those impulses that spring not from love and act out of the goodness that you have shown us, through Jesus our Lord, who abides in you with the Father in glorious union forever and ever. Amen. ‘For our appeal does not spring from deceit or impure motives or trickery, but, just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the message of the gospel, even so we speak, not to please mortals but […] - [A Collect to Speak Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-speak-truth-2/): Ground of all being, who was and is and ever shall be, grant us courage to speak truth regardless of the circumstances, that even in opposition or fear, we would hold to what is true and right, through Jesus our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God of endless glory. Amen. ‘You yourselves know, brothers and sisters, that our coming to you was not in vain, but though we had already suffered and been shamefully mistreated at Philippi, as you know, we had courage in our God to declare to you the gospel of God in spite […] - [A Collect to Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-2/): Gracious Father, who created all things in goodness and joy, let love be the heart of our lives, that we would desire what is good for you and for those around us even as we desire it for ourselves. We ask this through Jesus, your son, who loved us to the end and now lives in perfect union with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘He said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first commandment. And […] - [A Collect to Love God Foremost](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-god-foremost/): God in heaven, the one true creator of all that is, incline our hearts to seek you before all things, that our hearts would not be divided but find our goodness centered on you and your ways, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns in perfect joy with you and the Holy Spirit, world without end. Amen. ‘He said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first commandment.”‘ – Matthew 22:37-38 - [A Collect to Seek God's Ways](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-gods-ways/): True and living God, who has promised goodness to your people, may we continually seek your ways and your presence, that we might know you and receive your blessing and trust that we can walk in safety and peace as we abide within your present and coming kingdom, through Jesus our savior, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘Now if I have found favor in your sight, please show me your ways, so that I may know you and find favor in your sight.’ – Ex. 33:13 - [A Collect for God's Life to be Evident in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gods-life-to-be-evident-in-us/): Great and awesome God, creator of all that is, let your goodness, love, and joy be manifested in us, that our connection to you and your kingdom ways would be evident to all those who see us and all might rejoice in your work in us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia but in every place your faith in God has become known, so that we have no need […] - [Announcement: The Loving-Kindness Path](https://matthewrgreen.com/announcement-the-loving-kindness-path/): Hello, followers of my collects. Forgive any intrusion. I wanted to announce that over the past year, I’ve been working on something that’s finally ready for release: The Loving-Kindness Path. It’s a series of audio guides that walk you through exercises in loving-kindness meditation and are aimed at helping us train our souls and brains to love God, others, and ourselves. It’s a simple web site that’s optimized for mobile, so it’s easily accessible on your smart phone any time you have a few minutes to spare. If you’re curious, you can view the site at https://lovingkindnesspath.com/And let me know what […] - [A Collect for Faithfulness Even in Trouble](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-faithfulness-even-in-trouble/): Spirit of the living God, who dwells within our deepest hearts, let not persecution or trouble dissuade us from following in your ways, but help us be faithful to love you and one another and even those who trouble us as you have loved us, through Jesus our example, who died that we might live and now reigns with you and the Father in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired from the Holy Spirit.’ – 1 Thes. 1:6 - [A Collect to Find Joy in All Circumstances](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-joy-in-all-circumstances/): God of wonder, who fashioned a world suited for us, grant us joy even in the face of trouble or persecution, that we would find your goodness enough to sustain us always and rejoice in you love now and forever, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God of glory forever. Amen. ‘And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired from the Holy Spirit.’ – 1 Thes. 1:6 - [A Collect for Models to Show the Kingdom Way](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-models-to-show-the-kingdom-way/): Lord Jesus, who has shown us the way to the Father, give us good models of what it is to walk in your Kingdom ways, that we might imitate you and those who follow you well and so take on your blessed way of being, through you who lives and reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. ‘And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired from the Holy Spirit.’ – 1 Thes. 1:6 - [A Collect for our Lives to be Worthy of Remembrance](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-our-lives-to-be-worthy-of-remembrance/): Our God and Father, who hears the prayers of your children, may we be worthy of being known for our faith, love, and hope, that you would be honored by our actions and our hearts. This we ask through him who reigns with you in the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. ‘We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers, constantly remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.’ – 1 Thes. 1:2-3 - [A Collect to Pray for One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-pray-for-one-another-2/): Holy Trinity, three in one, let us not forget to pray for one another, that we would lift up to you those whom you have placed in our path and also strengthen our bonds with one another in love, through Christ our Lord, who loved us to the end and now reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit in perfect unity forever. Amen. ‘We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers.’ – 1 Thes. 1:2 - [A Collect to Rejoice](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-rejoice/): Holy Spirit, whose nature is joy forever, open our hearts to the goodness and wonder that you have set in place for us, that we would be filled with joy as you are and rejoice in the goodness of the Lord forever and ever, through Christ our redeemer who lives and reigns in the presence of the Father with you in glory. Amen. ‘Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.’ – Philippians 4:4 - [A Collect to Not Spurn God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-spurn-gods-gifts-2/): Generous God, who welcomes all who are willing to live by your kingdom ways, help us to receive your gifts honorably and with gratitude, that we would not spurn your generosity and so lose the joy that you have prepared for us, through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. ‘For many are called, but few are chosen.’ – Matthew 22:14 - [A Collect to Welcome All Whom God Loves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-all-whom-god-loves/): Loving Father, who receives all who are willing to come, let us not be surprised or disturbed by those who abide in your kingdom, but wipe away our prejudices and let us welcome as sisters and brothers all those whom you love, through Christ our redeemer, who loved us to the end and reigns with you in the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘Those slaves went out into the streets and gathered all whom they found, both good and bad, so the wedding hall was filled with guests.’ – Matthew 22:10 - [A Collect to Prioritize What is Good](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-prioritize-what-is-good/): Patient God, who stands outside of time, show us where we prioritize the wrong things – our responsibilities, our money, our power – that in seeing our folly, we might turn and receive the gifts you offer and find true satisfaction for our souls, through Jesus our brother, who abides with you in the Holy Spirit in perfect joy now and forever. Amen. ‘He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come. … they made light of it and went away, one to his farm, another to his business, while […] - [A Collect to Recognize the Value of God's Gifts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-value-of-gods-gifts/): Gracious God, who has prepared a way of joy for us, help us to see the true value of what you are offering, that we might not turn from your gifts and apply ourselves to lesser things and so fail to receive what you give, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns in glory forever with you and the Holy Spirit. Amen. “Again he sent other slaves, saying, ‘Tell those who have been invited: Look, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready; come to the wedding banquet.’ But they […] - [A Collect to Receive God's Invitations](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-gods-invitations/): Generous God, who invites us to join you in your kingdom, keep us from spurning your invitations, that we would not in our foolishness refuse your generosity and raise any other thing as more important than your love and your ways, through Jesus our teacher, who showed us the way and now abides with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever. Amen. ‘He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come.’ – Matthew 22:3 - [A Collect for Desire to Continue On the Journey](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-desire-to-continue-on-the-journey/): Lord Jesus, who walked the path before us, grant us desire and stamina to continue working out our salvation, that we might be worthy of the call that the Father has issued to us all and receive the reward of heaven and life eternal with you, who lives and reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit now and forever. Amen. ‘…but I press on to lay hold of that for which Christ has laid hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider that I have laid hold of it, but one thing I have laid hold of: […] - [A Collect to Let the Spirit Work](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-let-the-spirit-work/): Spirit of Truth, who speaks wisdom to our hearts, reveal to us where our efforts to make things happen are getting in the way of your work in and through us, that we might be free to receive what you give and be used of you for good in the world, through Jesus our Lord, who reigns in you with the Father in glory. Amen. ‘More than that, I regard everything as loss because of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things, and I regard them as rubbish, […] - [A Collect to Cease Trying to Save Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-trying-to-save-ourselves/): Savior of all people, who offered yourself up for us, keep us from relying on our own works, our own power to save ourselves from all that troubles us, that we might trust instead in you and your graciousness and love and find all that we need in you, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in perfect unity, now and forever. Amen. ‘If anyone else has reason to be confident in the flesh, I have more… Yet whatever gains I had, these I have come to regard as loss because of Christ.’ – Phil. 3:4,7 - [A Collect to Be Open to God's Working](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-open-to-gods-working/): Spirit of wisdom, who bears all the knowledge of heaven, help us remain open to whatever you may be about, that we would not mistakenly reject what you are doing in our distaste or confusion, but willingly join in your good works, through Christ our redeemer, who reigns in glory with you and the Father in heaven and earth. Amen. ‘Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the scriptures: ‘The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; this was the Lord’s doing, and it is amazing in our eyes’?”‘ – Matthew 21:42 - [A Collect to Produce the Fruits of the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-produce-the-fruits-of-the-kingdom/): Holy Spirit of the Lord, who works in us for good, help us to produce the fruits of the kingdom, that our lives would be virtuous and blessed and we might abide in your presence always, through Jesus our redeemer, who reigns in you with the Father in perfect love forever and ever. Amen. “Therefore I tell you, the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people that produces its fruits.” – Matthew 21:43 - [A Collect to Recognize the Sin we Carry](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-recognize-the-sin-we-carry/): Lord God almighty, who knows the thoughts and intentions of our hearts, open our eyes to see when we make plans in our hearts to please ourselves at the expense of others, that we could recognize the sin we carry before it becomes action and turn to you for cleansing and help, through Jesus our Lord. Amen. “But when the tenants saw the son, they said to themselves, ‘This is the heir; come, let us kill him and get his inheritance.'” – Matthew 21:38 - [A Collect to Embrace Whatever God is Doing](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-embrace-whatever-god-is-doing/): Patient savior, bridge between heaven and earth, help us to not reject what you are doing in the world, that even when things appear strange or difficult, we might discover you at work and join in your redemption of all things, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in perfect joy, world without end. Amen. ‘Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the scriptures: ‘The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; this was the Lord’s doing, and it is amazing in our eyes’?”‘ – Matthew 21:42 - [A Collect for Spiritual Growth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-spiritual-growth/): Spirit of Christ, who abides with us and in us, help us to continually seek to grow and become more like our beloved master, trusting that as we work, you are joyfully at work within us for the same purpose, through Christ our savior, who reigns in you with the Father in heaven, one holy God, world without end. Amen. ‘Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed me, not only in my presence but much more now in my absence, work on your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who is at work in you, […] - [A Collect for Humble Hearts](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-humble-hearts/): Christ Jesus, who showed us what love truly is, grant us hearts that are willing to be humble, that our pride would not keep us from loving others well and from receiving the good gifts of the Father, through you who lives and reigns in glory forever and ever with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he existed in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, assuming human likeness.’ – […] - [A Collect for True Community](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-true-community/): Holy Trinity, unity of persons, help us to imitate your attention and love for one another, that we might be a true community, looking to each others’ interests in addition to our own, through Christ our Lord. Amen. ‘Let each of you look not to your own interests but to the interests of others.’ – Phil. 2:4 - [A Collect to Seek the Good of All](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-seek-the-good-of-all-3/): Creator of all things, who loves each of us whom you have fashioned, grant us eyes to see the needs and desires of others, that we would not serve only ourselves or our pride, but seek the good of all we touch, through Jesus our Savior, who died that all might live and now reigns forever with you and the Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘Do nothing from selfish ambition or empty conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves.’ – Phil. 2:3 - [A Collect to be Open to the Work of the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-open-to-the-work-of-the-lord/): Almighty God, source of all that is good and true, let not our minds be so fixed that we cannot change our minds, that when you speak and show good news to us, we could always turn to what you are about and join in the fellowship and work of the kingdom, through Jesus our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect light, world without end. Amen. ‘For John came to you in the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes believed him, and even after you saw […] - [A Collect to Turn Towards God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-towards-god/): Gracious Father, who knows the truth of our hearts, we thank you for your patience and willingness to let us change our minds. Help us to reflect on our choices and turn always towards you, if not at first, then when our hearts allow, through Jesus our teacher, who intercedes for us still before your glorious throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘”What do you think? A man had two sons; he went to the first and said, ‘Son, go and work in the vineyard today.’ He answered, ‘I will not,’ but later he changed his mind and went. The father […] - [A Collect to Hold to the Truth](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hold-to-the-truth/): Spirit of truth, who speaks to us in our hearts, let us not fear to hold to the truth, knowing that the darkness will entangle us and that, that we might find freedom and peace with you and one another in being true to you and to ourselves, through Jesus our teacher, who offered us the truth and now reigns with you and the Father in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘Jesus said to them, “I will also ask you one question; if you tell me the answer, then I will also tell you by what authority I do these […] - [A Collect to Live Worthy of the Gospel](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-worthy-of-the-gospel-2/): Blessed Jesus, who showed us the truth of God’s great love, help us to walk in a manner that is worthy of that love, that others would be drawn to your goodness and be reconciled to you, entering into your great kingdom of justice and mercy and joy, through you who reigns in endless light with the Father and Holy Spirit, world without end. Amen. ‘Only, live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ…’ – Phil. 1:27 - [A Collect for Contentment](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-contentment-4/): Almighty God, who weighs the hearts of all the world, help us to be content with wherever we find ourselves, knowing that you raise up the fallen and bring down the exalted and that all are loved in your eyes, through Christ our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” – Matthew 20:16 - [A Collect to Not Trust in Status](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-trust-in-status/): Almighty God, whose nature is beyond the rules of this world, let us not be concerned with status and place, as if they might save us from trouble, knowing that you care for all and that the only security we truly have is in you, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in endless joy. Amen. ‘So the last will be first, and the first will be last.’ – Matthew 20:16 - [A Collect to See God's Promises Aright](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-gods-promises-aright/): Great Lord of Heaven and Earth, who loved all things into being, open our eyes to see where we have come to expect things to you that you have not promised, that we might not grow bitter out of folly but trust in your goodness in all things, through Jesus our brother, who came to be with us and now intercedes for us still before your throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. “But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong; did you not agree with me for a denarius?'” – Matthew 20:13 - [A Collect to Avoid Comparing Ourselves to Others](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-avoid-comparing-ourselves-to-others/): Source of all goodness, who is generous with all you have made, keep us from comparing ourselves to others around us, that we would not fall into the trap of bitterness nor the folly of pride but instead hold fast to your graciousness to us and trust in what comes from your hand, through Jesus our Lord, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect love forever and ever. Amen. “And when they received it, they grumbled against the landowner, saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the […] - [A Collect to Cease from Grumbling and Complaining](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-from-grumbling-and-complaining/): Spirit of wisdom, from whom nothing is hidden, keep us from grumbling and complaining against you, lest the bitterness of our hearts might poison us against you and so separate us from your goodness, through Christ our savoir, who took on our flesh to show us the great love of God and now intercedes for us all before the throne of heaven. Amen. ‘And when they received it, they grumbled against the landowner.’ – Matthew 20:11 - [A Collect to Set Aside Envy](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-envy/): Gracious Lord, to whom all creation belongs for you made it, show us where we are envious of others, and keep us from bitterness and wrath, that we would focus on your generosity and goodness, knowing that your love is sufficient for us all, through Jesus our redeemer, who bought us with the sacrifice of himself and now lives with you and the Holy Spirit in joy forever. Amen. ‘Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or are you envious because I am generous?’ – Matthew 20:15 - [A Collect to Eschew Contempt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-eschew-contempt/): Gracious God, who is patient with us all, keep us from holding contempt for others, knowing that we too are sinners who have chosen foolishly in our lives, that we would leave judgement to you and thus be free to work out our own salvation in your care, through Jesus our Lord. Amen. ‘Why do you pass judgment on your brother or sister? Or you, why do you despise your brother or sister? For we will all stand before the judgment seat of God.’ – Rom. 14:10 - [A Collect to Live for the Lord](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-live-for-the-lord/): Ocean of all being, to whom we belong, let us not live solely for ourselves, thinking of our pleasures and needs and satisfaction, that we might live also for you and for all those whom you love, mimicking the great communion of persons that is the Trinity. We ask this through Christ our savior, who is one with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect love forever. Amen. ‘For we do not live to ourselves, and we do not die to ourselves. If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord; so then, […] - [A Collect to Worship God in Truth and Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/9776-2/): Lord God in heaven, who sees all that passes in your creation, let us worship you not out of habit or social convention but in service and love of you, that you would be honored by our praise and our bond with you would be strengthened more and more, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in majesty and glory forever. Amen. ‘Some judge one day to be better than another, while others judge all days to be alike. Let all be fully convinced in their own minds. Those who observe the day, observe […] - [A Collect to Welcome Others in Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-welcome-others-in-love/): Great teacher, whose character was foremost of love, let us not look at our brothers and sisters as opportunities to be right, but teach us always to see one another in love, that the church might be a place that always reflects our Father’s gracious and welcoming heart, through you who lives in glorious light forever with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Welcome those who are weak in faith but not for the purpose of quarreling over opinions.’ – Rom. 14:1 - [A Collect to Cease Arguing and Judging One Another](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-cease-arguing-and-judging-one-another/): Heavenly Father, who has adopted us all into your family, help us to set aside petty disputes and disagreements and to cease from judging one another, that trusting that in your goodness, we would remember that belong to you and to one another first of all, through Jesus our brother, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘Some believe in eating anything, while the weak eat only vegetables. Those who eat must not despise those who abstain, and those who abstain must not pass judgment on those who eat, for God has welcomed them.’ […] - [A Collect to Not Focus Merely on Duty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-focus-merely-on-duty/): Rabbi Jesus, whose wisdom exceeds even our greatest teachers, let us not search for the lines and limits of our responsibilities and so justify ourselves, but teach us to live in the spirit of your good ways and live and love well, through you who loved us to the end and now reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever. Amen. ‘Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?” Jesus said to him, “Not seven times, but, I tell you, […] - [A Collect to Forgive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-forgive-4/): Lord Jesus, who loved us to the end despite our offenses, grant us enough love in our hearts, as you have, that we might be always able to forgive, through you who abides in the grace of the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?” Jesus said to him, “Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy-seven times.”‘ – Matthew 18:21-22 - [A Collect for Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-wisdom-3/): God of infinite wisdom, who speaks truth to your people, grant us wisdom and understanding, that we might live well, following your law not merely because it is commanded but also in faith, trusting that it is good for our souls and the souls of all whom we touch, through Jesus our Lord, who showed us the way to you and now abides forever in glory above. Amen. ‘Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart.’ – Ps 119:34 - [A Collect to Put on Jesus](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-on-jesus/): Spirit of God, who abides within us speaking truth to our hearts, help us to practice the way of Jesus, to take on his habits and way of life, that as we take on his ways, we might shape our hearts to do as he did and live as he yet does in justice and mercy and humility, through him who reigns with you and the Father in glory, one God, world without end. Amen. ‘Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires.’ – Romans 13:14 - [A Collect to Set Aside Fruitless Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-set-aside-fruitless-things/): Holy Lord, whose light illuminates all that is hidden, help us to give up self-centered, reactive, and fruitless ways that satisfy only in the moment, that we might find a life in you and in loving community that truly satisfies our hearts, through Jesus our redeemer, who died that we might live and now abides with you and the Holy Spirit in endless joy and contentment above. Amen. ‘Let us walk decently as in the day, not in reveling and drunkenness, not in illicit sex and licentiousness, not in quarreling and jealousy.’ – Rom. 13:13 - [A Collect to Turn from Works of Darkness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-turn-from-works-of-darkness/): Christ Jesus, who has brought us the salvation of God, help us to put away those things that lead us towards destruction, that in turning towards your ways, we might feel the light of your countenance upon our faces and be embraced by your goodness and love, through you who lives and reigns in endless joy with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. ‘For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone; the day is near. Let us then throw off the works of darkness and put on the armor of […] - [A Collect to Be Attentive](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-attentive/): Almighty God, whose eyes miss nothing in all the world, keep us from becoming complacent, numb and asleep to the world and all that passes, that in being attentive to the world and to your Spirit, we might join in your joyous work of redemption, through Jesus our example and Lord, the center of your reconciliation of all things who reigns with you in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘Besides this, you know what time it is, how it is already the moment for you to wake from sleep.’ – Romans 13:11 - [A Collect to Care for Those Around Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-care-for-those-around-us/): Heavenly Father, who fashioned the world in joy for us, teach us to care for those around us and value them as you do, that we would follow in your blessed ways and all the earth would be filled with your law, through Jesus our Lord, who abides with you in the Holy Spirit in everlasting glory above. Amen. ‘Love does no wrong to a neighbor; therefore, love is the fulfilling of the law.’ – Romans 13:10 - [A Collect to Love Well](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-love-well/): God of joy and compassion, who created us in love and sustains us in it still, teach us to love one another as you have loved us, that in this way, we would without fail fulfill all that you have asked of us and so live as true children of our Father, through Jesus our example and Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect union, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery; you shall not murder; you shall not steal; you shall not covet,” and any other commandment, are summed up […] - [A Collect to Deny Ourselves](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-deny-ourselves/): Gracious Lord, who walked the path of the cross before us, help us to set aside not all desires, but those that are rooted in sin and destruction, that we would be willing to follow you along whatever road, trusting that it leads to life with you, through you who is the way to the Father through the Holy Spirit, with whom you live in perfect love forever and ever. Amen. ‘Then Jesus told his disciples, “If any wish to come after me, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.”‘ – Matthew 16:24 - [A Collect to Focus on Divine Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-focus-on-divine-things-2/): Rabbi Jesus, whose wisdom encompasses the future and past, help us to let go of earthly and human things, and grant us faith to trust you, that we might set our hearts on the things of heaven and the work that you are about for this world and the next, through you who lives and reigns in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen. ‘But he turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a hindrance to me, for you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things.”‘ – Matthew […] - [A Collect to Trust God in Suffering](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-god-in-suffering-2/): Gracious Father, who is wise beyond our understanding, let us not be surprised when we face suffering and difficulty in this life, but help us to trust that you are working even in the difficulties and that your love sustains us always, through Jesus our brother, who goes before us and intercedes before your glorious throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘From that time on, Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and scribes and be killed and on the third day be […] - [A Collect for Steadfastness in Struggle](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-steadfastness-in-struggle/): Lord Jesus, our teacher and example, grant us the same steadfastness that you showed, that we would face the pains and challenges of this life, being willing to suffer and struggle, as so receive the promise of undying life, through you who suffered for our sake and now lives and reigns forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘From that time on, Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and scribes and be killed and on the third day be […] - [A Collect to Find Satisfaction in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-find-satisfaction-in-god/): Loving Lord, who desired us into being in your great love, keep us from falling prey to the distractions and treasures of this world, that we might escape losing our very selves and find true satisfaction in your presence and your ways, through Christ our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in endless joy above. Amen. ‘For what will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life? Or what will they give in return for their life?’ – Matthew 16:26 - [A Collect to Remain in God's Love](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-remain-in-gods-love/): Great and awesome God, who is beyond all created things, hold us in your love, and help us to remember and stay present within it, that we would be sustained by your grace no matter the circumstance, our deepest needs satisfied in you, through Christ Jesus our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to separate us from […] - [A Collect to Trust in the Spirit's Wisdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-the-spirits-wisdom/): Spirit of God, who abides with us and in us, pray for us before the throne of heaven, that when we desire the wrong thing or do not know what it is that we need, we could trust in your perpetual wisdom and goodness on our behalf, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives with you and the Father in glory above, forever and ever. Amen. ‘Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness, for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with groanings too deep for words.’ – Rom. 8:26 - [A Collect to be Sustained Until the End of the Age](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-sustained-until-the-end-of-the-age/): King of heaven, who rules over all creation in love, let us not be surprised that not all those who claim your name are truly citizens of your kingdom, but help us to trust in your patience and your power to sustain us while we wait for the fulfillment of your work, through Jesus our brother, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and caught fish of every kind; when it was full, they drew it ashore, […] - [A Collect to See the Value of the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-value-of-the-kingdom/): Almighty Father, creator of all that is good, open our eyes to see the value of your kingdom, that we would be willing to give up much to enter it and so receive much more, through Christ our redeemer, who opened the way for us and now continues to intercede before your throne in the Holy Spirit. Amen. “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls; on finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it.” – Matthew 13:45-46 - [A Collect for Willingness to Enter the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-willingness-to-enter-the-kingdom/): Creator God, who knows how we are made for you fashioned us, grant us willing hearts that we would give up all that impedes us from entering into your kingdom and so find ourselves free to experience the joy you have prepared for us, through Jesus our teacher, who lives in perfect unity with you and the Holy Spirit in glory, world without end. Amen. “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and reburied; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.” – Matthew 13:44 - [A Collect to See the Effects of Our Small Acts of Goodness](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-see-the-effects-of-our-small-acts-of-good/): Loving Lord, who delights in us and our desire to do good, keep us from diminishing the small goods that we and others do, trusting that even small things can have an effect on much and that you can use anything to bring about good throughout your kingdom, through Jesus our brother, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour until all of it was leavened.”‘ – Matthew 13:33 - [A Collect to Trust in the Goodness of Small Things](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-trust-in-the-goodness-of-small-things/): Great teacher, Jesus, who offered us your wisdom and speaks it still, grant us faith in the power of small things, that we would trust that you can turn even a little good into something wondrous in your kingdom, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and […] - [A Collect for Patience for God's Redemption](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-patience-for-gods-redemption/): Gracious Lord Jesus, who is preparing a place for us, increase our trust in you and our patience for your work, that we would await your redemptive work without fear or worry, knowing that you are good and care for us and are bringing about the fulfillment of your promises at the right time, through you who lives and reigns with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope, for who hopes for what one already sees? But if we hope for what we […] - [A Collect for the Redemption of Creation](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-the-redemption-of-creation/): Lord Jesus Christ, redeemer of the world, come quickly and set free the world from the destruction that sin has wrought, that creation itself would find relief from suffering and be made glorious as you intended, through you who died that all might live and praise you, the Father, and Holy Spirit above forever. Amen. ‘For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God, for the creation was subjected to futility, not of its own will, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set […] - [A Collect for Hope to Sustain Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-hope-to-sustain-us/): Loving God, who has seen the end from the beginning, help us to hold on to the glory that is to come, that we would have sufficient hope and joy to endure whatever comes, sustained by your promise and your presence, through Jesus our savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory about to be revealed to us.’ – Rom. 8:18 - [A Collect to be Willing to Suffer](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-willing-to-suffer/): Heavenly Father, who has taken us under your roof, grant us hearts that understand the need and are willing to suffer, that though we might endure pain for a little while, we would be glorified with Christ in the end, through him who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever and ever. Amen. ‘And if [we are] children [of God], then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if we in fact suffer with him so that we may also be glorified with him.’ – Romans 8:17 - [A Collect of Thanks for God's Generosity](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-of-thanks-for-gods-generosity/): Gracious Father, who has adopted us as your daughters and sons, we bow before you in immense gratitude for your generosity in making us heirs with your only begotten. Grant us right hearts to live worthy of your name. This we ask through the gift also of your beloved son Jesus, who abides with you and the Holy Spirit in glory eternally. Amen. ‘And if [we are] children [of God], then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if we in fact suffer with him so that we may also be glorified with him.’ – Rom. 8:17 - [A Collect to Put to Death the Works of the Flesh](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-put-to-death-the-works-of-the-flesh/): Greatest of rabbis, who speaks words of wisdom to us through your spirit, teach us to set aside the deeds of the flesh, that we would not spend our time in futility and self-destruction and be free to live by your Spirit, through you who sings for joy with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘…for if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live.’ – Rom. 8:13 - [A Collect for Gratitude for God's Adopting Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-gratitude-for-gods-adopting-us/): Loving Father, who loves us regardless of our faults, give us grateful hearts, that we would overflow with wonder and joy at your willingness to adopt us as your own and take us in as your children, through Jesus our brother, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect unity, one God, forever and ever. Amen. ‘For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a spirit of adoption. When we cry, “Abba! Father!” it is that very Spirit bearing witness with our spirit that we are children of God.’ – […] - [A Collect to be Free from Shame and Guilt](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-be-free-from-shame-and-guilt/): Blessed Jesus, whose love is greater than our understanding, free us from shame and guilt that weighs down our souls, that we would be free to love and be loved as you intended, through you who reigns above in perfect union with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.’ – Rom. 8:1 - [A Collect to Understand God's Words](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-gods-words/): Gardener of our souls and vine to our branches, help us to hear and understand what you are saying to us that we might take into our hearts your message and bear the fruit of love, joy, and peace as you desire, through you who lives and reigns in trinitarian unity, one God in heaven, world without end. Amen. “But as for what was sown on good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields in one case a hundredfold, in another sixty, and in another thirty.” – Matthew 13:23 - [A Collect to Escape Distraction](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-escape-distraction/): Gracious God, who desires that all people live well, keep us from being distracted and caught up in fruitless things, that we would be free to receive true and lasting blessings from your hand and find the deep needs of our souls satisfied in you, in your creation, and in one another, through Christ our Lord, who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy forever. Amen. ‘As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of this age and the lure of wealth choke the word, and it yields […] - [A Collect to Stand Firm in Difficulty](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-stand-firm-in-difficulty/): Heavenly Father, our fortress and strength, grant us all we need when we face difficulties and conflict, that we would be able to stand secure in you, not crumbling under pressure but rooted and supported in your love, through Christ Jesus our savior, who loved us to the end and now lives forever with you and the Holy Spirit in perfect joy. Amen. ‘As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy, yet such a person has no root but endures only for a while, and when trouble […] - [A Collect to Root Ourselves in God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-root-ourselves-in-god/): Great and awesome God, for whom we are designed and in whom we live and move and breathe, help us to root ourselves deeply in you, that we might always find nourishment for our souls in you, through Jesus our redeemer who reigns with you and the Holy Spirit in glory forever and ever. Amen. ‘As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy, yet such a person has no root but endures only for a while, and when trouble or persecution arises on account of the word, […] - [A Collect to Understand the Word of the Kingdom](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-understand-the-word-of-the-kingdom/): Spirit of wisdom, who guides us into the truth, help us to understand the scriptures and the truth you speak into our hearts, that might would not lose what you offer us and that nothing would be stolen by that which seeks our destruction, through Jesus our redeemer, who lives forever with you and the Father in perfect light above. Amen. ‘When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what is sown in the heart; this is what was sown on the path.’ – Matthew 13:19 - [A Collect to Hear and Be Transformed](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-hear-and-be-transformed/): Creator God, you who gave us our senses and our minds to hear and understand, let us not turn from you, but grant us the desire and will to understand what you are saying to us, that we would not hear your words in futility, but be transformed by what you offer to us, through Jesus our Lord. Amen. “If you have ears, hear!” – Matthew 13:9 - [A Collect for Rescue from Sin that Remains in Us](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-for-rescue-from-sin-that-remains-in-us/): Lord Jesus, our savior and redeemer, rescue us from the sin that remains embedded in our minds and bodies, that we might not give in to temptation and impulse that leads to suffering but obey your law of love and life, through you who died that we might live and now reigns forever in glory with the Father and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘For I delight in the law of God in my inmost self, but I see in my members another law at war with the law of my mind, making me captive to the law of sin that dwells in […] - [A Collect to Take On Jesus's Way of Life](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-take-on-jesuss-way-of-life/): Gentle Savior, who knows what is good for us for you made us, may we be more and more willing to take on your way of life and way of heart, trusting that we will find it a way of peace and joy, through you who abides forever in perfect love with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. “Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:29-30 - [A Collect to Lay Down our Burdens](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-lay-down-our-burdens/): Lord Jesus, whose ways are life and peace, grant us the willingness to set down that which we carry and come to you, that we might find relief from the weight we bear and discover rest in your gentle presence, through you who abides in joy and peace with the Father and Holy Spirit in heaven. Amen. “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28 - [A Collect to Not Judge too Quickly](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-judge-too-quickly/): Rabbi Jesus, whose wisdom knows no limit, keep us from judging others too quickly, lest we malign what you are doing in their hearts, but grant us insight and curiosity to understand your work in them, through you who lives forever with the Father and Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. “For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon’; the Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look, a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ Yet wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.” – Matthew 11:18-19 - [A Collect to Receive God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-receive-god/): Almighty God, whose greatness is beyond our understanding, keep us from demanding that you fit our expectations, but let us instead receive you however you appear, that we might not miss what you bring and ignore your presence among us, through Christ our savior, who came to us in our own flesh and ascended to you in the Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. “For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon’; the Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look, a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ […] - [A Collect to Not Demand Things of God](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-not-demand-things-of-god/): Great and awesome God, whose ways are higher than our ways, let us not expect that you will perform as we desire or for our pleasure, but may we be humble, trusting in your wisdom to do what is truly good for your people, through Jesus our savior, who showed us your great love and sat down at your right hand in the Holy Spirit in glory. Amen. ‘”But to what will I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to one another, ‘We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we […] - [A Collect to Listen from the Heart](https://matthewrgreen.com/a-collect-to-listen-from-the-heart/): Our Father, whose thoughts are higher than our thoughts, keep us from relying solely on our intelligence to understand your truth, and grant us the ability to hear from the heart, that we might not miss what you have revealed to those who see with fresh eyes and open hearts, through Jesus your beloved, who reigns with you and the Spirit in beauty forever. Amen. ‘At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants.”‘ – Matthew 11:25 ## Pages - [Projects & Resources - Matthew R. Green](https://matthewrgreen.com/spiritual-formation-resources/): My Approach Theology + Psychology + Neuroscience + … You’ll occasionally hear me comment that we’re complicated little creatures. We’re not just analytical machines or animals driven by instinct or squishy bundles of flesh and goo. At any given moment, we could be any one of those things or a combination of them or something else entirely. That’s why I gather together spiritual formation perspectives from all sorts of places. I will use neuroscience where it helps and theology when it grounds and psychology when it fits and maybe even a little pop culture if it helps make the point. But […] - [About Matthew - Matthew R Green](https://matthewrgreen.com/about-matthew/): Putting Everything Together Not long ago, someone asked my wife what I do. It turned into a fifteen minute explanation because I guess I do a little bit of everything. I’ve taught neuroscience for universities, and I’ve tested microchip performance in high radiation environments. My paper sculptures have ended up in multiple art shows, and I’ve done therapy with people facing complex trauma. I stumbled into starting a couple of online shops, and one university hired me to stalk rich people online (not as exciting than it sounds). I somehow survived teaching middle school, and I do most of the cooking […] - [Collects](https://matthewrgreen.com/collects/) - [Speaking - Matthew R Green](https://matthewrgreen.com/speaking/): Featured Workshops I offer spiritual growth workshops and presentations both online and in person. Check below to see what I offer and if there are public offerings new you. If not, you’re welcome to reach out to invite one for your group. Attachment & Spirituality This workshop goes beyond the four attachment styles to look at how God designed us to attach, protect ourselves, and manage our internal worlds and what that means for our relationship with God. Thinking, Feeling, Choosing What’s actually going on in our brains when we think and feel and make choices? And does that have anything […] - [Spiritual Direction - Matthew R Green](https://matthewrgreen.com/spiritual-direction/): We don’t go it alone You can see it in scripture, in the structure of our brains, even in the advertising we’re bombarded with: we’re meant to be with other people. We’re designed to walk our journeys together and sometimes to have someone that’s present, listening to us and – ideally – listening to God to see where the Spirit is at work. That’s what spiritual direction is for. It’s a space where someone is present for you, helping to discern what God is doing and loving you in the middle of wherever you’re at. If you’d like someone to make […] - [Matthew R. Green - Spiritual Direction & Spiritual Formation](https://matthewrgreen.com/): Hi, I’m Matthew Spiritual Director | Teacher | Neurotheologian I have a collection of fancy degrees, and those are pretty helpful – and sometimes not – but God’s taught me quite a bit about how people work, through both all that studying and all the twists and turns of my own journey. I started out trying to make a living but quickly realized that it doesn’t do much good without making sense of the abundant life that Jesus talked about. So now I work with individuals, pastors, and groups who know there’s something more and are working to find it. Explore […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/matthewrgreen.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)