Rather, were asking Him to make us alert to Him; to help us experience Him in all His fullness and to soften the hearts of all present so that theyre receptive to Him. Renew in us clean spirits, O God, and cheerful hearts, that with all our fellow-men, particularly those whose labors support our own, we may ever grow in mutual respect and helpfulness. Skip to Main Content. Bless him and his family as they seek to be an inspiration to the soldiers and families of the Squadron. Help us to respect our enemies in conflict and in peace, and by your grace we will preserve a just and lasting peace. Dear wise and loving Father: First let me say, "Thank you" on behalf of all who are gathered here today. And finally, O Lord God Almighty Creator of all things visible and invisible: grant unto me an awareness of what You are doing right now both within my life personally but also throughout this congregation as a whole; grant me clarity about what needs fixing so that when I return home tonight I might have something meaningful to share with my family members over dinner tonight or tomorrow morning at breakfast, I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible. We pray for this ceremony today, that your presence will be with us. I pray that you will continue to be with him, and bless him and his wife as they move on to the next chapter of their lives. for you, the living God. A Prayer for Protection Lord, Thank you for the men and women who have stepped up to serve and protect our country. I mean this. Jennifer Slatteryis a writer, editor, and speaker whos addressed womens groups, church groups, Bible studies, and writers across the nation. We pray that your spirit would fill this place and that our hearts and minds would be focused on you. Thank you for being with us in all our joys and sorrows, for your comfort in our sadness, your companionship in our loneliness. May your presence make a difference in our lives. As the Holy Spirit works within us, we are set free from the bondage of sin, healed of our brokenness, and conformed into the image of Christ (Rom. His prayers, many of which are recorded in the book of Psalms, often followed a particular, faith-building pattern. You are our Light and our Fortress. I pray that what these graduates have accomplished, which we celebrate tonight, will be an inspiration for us all to better apply ourselves to the tasks before us and to improving ourselves through education, personal and professional development and a commitment to serve others. In Jesus Name, Amen (Alisha Headley). Numbers 6:24-26. We also thank you for this opportunity that we have to induct into the SGT Audie Murphy Club those who have demonstrated excellence. We thank you for your provision for these scouts during the past 16 weeks and the love and support of their families. Prayers from Advent and Christmas, David N. Mosser. We ask for your guidance so that we might walk fully in your blessing and goodness today. Prayers of invocation remind us of the sovereignty of God. Prayers of invocation cause us to give pause during the busyness of our life and refocus on God. Additionally, according to Title 17, U.S. Code, 105, copyright protection is not available for any work of the United States Government so U.S. government-produced works (videos, pictures and/or text) may appear on this website with or without notice of origin without violating U.S. copyright law. We gladly surrender our lives to you in worship and praise. Most of these prayers are original to me, though a few have been adapted from other prayers passed on to me or that I found online. If were not careful, these idolatrous tendencies can slither their way into our prayers so that, instead of drawing us closer, in submission, to Christ, we try to manipulate or cajole His will to ours. Reveal things, people, or attitudes of our hearts that no longer nurture or nourish our walk with you. We thank you for this day and for this ceremony that brings us together, which reminds us not only of the strength of our Armed Forces but also the freedom of our nation. Additionally, we give you thanks for the help that you provided our spouses and children while we were away. How great is his joy in the victories You give (Psalm 20:1). Grant that each one of us may seek after Thee in thought and action, so that while we are still living, we may see Thy face and be filled with joy; and when our lives have come to an end, Thou wilt receive us into Thine everlasting kingdom to live with Thee forevermore. You are our Wisdom and our Strength. And suddenly, there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. Continue to be with each one so that their decisions will be infused with your wisdom. Prayers of invocation are designed to invite the Presence of God into the time and space weve designated for worship. There is nowhere well go and nothing well experience or embrace where He is not right there with us. Be, for all of us troopers, a wise counsel in keeping peace and a strong shield for us against our enemies. Ive used this 1 minute standard throughout my time as a chaplain though I usually come in under a minute realizing that the prayer isnt the main event but should enhance (and empower) the main event. And as they began to sing and praise, the Lord set ambushes against the men of Ammon and Moab and Mount Seir and they were defeated (v. 22). We thank you for your continued guidance over the destiny of our Regiment of Mounted Riflemen and pray that each of us as Cavalry Troopers will follow your direction throughout our lives. We leave tonight looking forward to the end of this cycle of violence, aware that peace begins with each of us. We thank you today, especially for the heritage of Hispanic-Americans. Throughout our nations history you have raised up such strong and courageous men and women to lead the way in the defense of freedom, those willing to put their lives on the line for that freedom. And when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that Ill be there.(Matthew 18:18-20, The Message), "Inspire us as we learn more about your majestic ways". As we worship with one another here today, may peace reign among us all; may all those who are here find comfort in knowing that their needs will be met by Your hand through those around them. Let us raise our hands and voices in acknowledgment that Gods Holy Spirit moves among us, calling us to new life in Christ. For my 2019 Advent reading I added several books that focused on worship litanies and prayers. Thank you for your presence with us tonight, as well as your help all along the way. Finally Lord, we pray that you will bring real peace to our land, so that we can rest in safety and comfort and not have to send our sons and daughters into harms way. Only You know the true impact each of them have had over the years. startxref . Be for them all that they need you to be just now and continue to provide for them in every way in the days, weeks, months and years ahead as they face life without their wife, husband, father, mother or child. based on the life of Sarah from the Old Testament, and maintains a devotional blog found atJenniferSlatteryLivesOutLoud.comand on her Crosswalk-hosted blog foundHERE. We worship you this morning and thank you for the privilege and honor of wearing our Nations uniform. Thank you, also, for these soldiers here today who have volunteered to serve their country during this very important time in our history. Father, it is your blessings poured out on us that cause us to rejoice. When two of you get together on anything at all on earth and make a prayer of it, my Father in heaven goes into action. In conclusion, crafting an effective invocation prayer for a worship service requires a thoughtful and deliberate approach. Grant that as we celebrate Thy Nativity our lives shall radiate Thy love, Thy humility and Thy selflessness. I pray that you will continue to be with all of them -and their families- as they move on to the next chapter of their lives. Oh heavenly Father, give us the determination that the peace and freedom won at such a high price be lasting! Consubstantial with the Father. Praise doesnt just remind us of Gods power; it releases it. Finally, Lord, we ask that you will be with us all today, that this ceremony will not be just another event on our calendar, but a benchmark of excellence for us all to follow as we seek to be all that you have called us to be and all that our country needs us to be. Who can discern his errors? he said. We give you thanks today for your providence for these great soldiers who graduate today, willing to fight for the causes of our great country. Once again, we can turn to King David as our example. As we also seek to be renewed and rejuvenated, attempting to gain resiliency and find meaning in a life that sometimes seems hopeless and futile, I pray that your presence will be especially evident to us this morning and that you will speak to us, and maybe even bring healing to us, as you know best. Keep safe in Thy care all who are bound to us by ties of love, or friendship, or responsibility, and grant that by no carelessness on our part may their happiness or welfare be cast away. We ask you to help us to remember the courage and the heroic achievements of past Brave Riflemen who served you and now entrust the lineage of our regiment to us. By prayerfully acknowledging our ongoing and desperate need for Him, we annihilate the idol of self and, through the posture of surrender, position ourselves for supernatural strength. Your sovereign will established this great country and your strong hand has studied us during ties of difficulty. We pray that you would make our way purposeful and our footsteps firm out of your goodness and love. Let this commitment be molded by our Army training and empowered by your grace. We thank you for your presence and love which helps us to endure through difficult times. We pause to remember and acknowledge His authority, sovereignty, and power. I ask now that you will particularly bless those participating in the program, in the hope that everything that is said and done will be pleasing to you. Here is a prayer to receive Jesus Christ into your heart and life. Any links (including those listed on the Links page) are not guaranteed for their appropriateness or usefulness. They have given their lives so that we might live and breathe freely. Thank you for your many and abundant blessings. Thank you for SGM _______________s time in the CSM seat, as he stood in the gap and maintained effective operations in 5-15.