Protection

1/31/22 offered by Mimi Markarian

Lord God, I pray for Your protection
as I begin this day.
You are my hiding
place, and under Your wings I can
always find refuge.
Protect me from trouble wherever I go,
and keep evil far from me.
No matter where I am, I will look to You
as my Protector, the one who fights for me every day.
Your love and faithfulness, along with
Your goodness and mercy, surround
me daily, so I will not fear whatever
might come against me.
My trust is in You, God,
and I give thanks to You for Your love and protection.
In Jesus' name, Amen.

Generous Sacrifice

12/6/2021 offered by Meline Talarian

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, Amen.

Heavenly Father, You so generously sacrificed Your Son so that I can be relieved of my sins. Every breath that I take is a gift from You. I thank you for everything You have done for me and for continuing to guide and support me as I navigate through my life. You are my captain and I am merely a humble follower. And, all I have to do is ask in the name of Your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Anything is possible for You.

Heavenly Father, even though at times my days may feel like a struggle, knowing that you are there to catch me when I stumble and to put me back on the right path, makes me feel comforted and safe. You understand the hardships I face because You are with me at all times and You go through these with me. You are my source of strength and protection. You comfort me, guide me, and restore me. That’s why I can say with confidence that I will fear no evil because You are with me. Nothing I go through is unseen or wasted. Thank You for becoming the Light that pierces the darkness. Thank You for saving me, rescuing me, and redeeming me. I am so grateful that I can rely on You at all times. When I start to feel anxious, afraid, alone, or overwhelmed, help me to remember that You are with me—and You have overcome the world.

Heavenly Father, our world needs You now more than ever. Only You can help humanity to get back on track. Please touch the hearts of each human being on this earth so that we can treat each other with kindness, understanding, and love. Help us to become a better version of ourselves each day so that we can grow spiritually and support our fellow human beings in need. God, please align all our actions with Your Word so that we can please you. Refine our thoughts and change the way we think.

Thank you for Your constant guidance and unconditional love. Because of You, I am safe. Thank You! In Jesus’ name, Amen!

Dear God

 11/22/21 - offered by Sona Smith

Dear God,
We are grateful for this wonderful gift of life that you have blessed us with. 

It is ripe with chances and choices we can make with it. 

The many things we can learn. 

The awe-inspiring sights we can see. 

The delightful sounds we can hear. 

The different people we can meet. 

There are many beautiful things in this life you have given, along with its many paths that we can travel.

We are alive with the will to think and act and we thank you for such a blessing.
Amen

Prayer of Hope

11/1/2021 - offered by Kathy Markarian

A Prayer of Hope

Lord Jesus, I pray this day for strength, because there are times when things get tough and I feel like quitting.

Lord Jesus, I ask this day for the comforting reassurance of Your love, because there are times when people fail me, and I am tempted to lose hope.

Lord Jesus, I seek this day for Your light to guide my steps, because there are times when life is confusing and difficult, and I lose my way.

Help me, O Lord, to pick up the pieces, wipe my tears, face the sun, and start over again, for all is possible when I place my faith and trust in You, my Saving God.

Amen.

Almighty God

10/18/21 - Offered by Siran Kassabian

Almighty God .
We Praise you for your Power,Presence and purpose in our lives .
We ask you to keep a hedge of protection around us today .
Forgive us for getting ahead of our plans and help us to know when to stop and listen for your direction .
Focus your hearts on you and empower us in everything that we do .
Guide our leaders with wisdom and courage with understanding and integrity .
Protect our Mother land with peace which is built with justice and justice is guided by love .
May your resurrecting power shine forth in our lives and the lives of our loved ones .
We give you all the Glory and all the Praise .
We Worship you O Lord !
In Jesus' Name , Amen .

Show us the way

10/4/2021 - Offered by Seza Ouzounian

3rd Step Prayer from Alcoholics Anonymous

“God, I offer myself to Thee – to build with me and to do with me as Thou wilt.  Relieve me of the bondage of self, that I may better do Thy will.  Take away my difficulties (fears), that victory over them may bear witness to those I would help of Thy Power, Thy Love, and Thy Way of life.  May I do Thy will always.”

Dear God,

Show us the way to extend our love to You, to others and to ourselves.  It is through love that peace will come into the world.

May we not be tempted by the darkness of the world that You are gone.  You are here.  You are closer to us than our breath.  We are safe knowing this truth.  We are blessed.

Help us to be tolerant toward each other, to accept our differences, to not judge.  Give us the courage to combat prejudice and intolerance wherever they exist.

Bless us all God with compassion, with kindness and with peace.

Bless our Armenian race, our faith and country and help us increase in numbers with more babies. Let us have hope and courage to grow, love, prosper and serve.

Amen

Here I am

 9/13/2021 - offered by Carmen Markarian

Here I am
Before Your throne
Praying once again my Lord
Here I stand
Heart in hand
I ask of You to hear my prayer
Ignite a flame
Brighter than the sun
And let it rain
To break my every chain
So I could be

Glory to the One who gives sight to the blind
Glory to the One who gives strength in the night
Glory to the One who was and is to come
Glory goes to God
Yes. The glory goes to God
Amen

From a song which can be viewed at these links:
https://youtu.be/h-NeNgiCdaw
https://youtu.be/Q92ikqvHIgE