A Collect based on John 15:18-21
God who lived in this world among us,
You behold our pain, the ‘chaos of our conscious hell’1 and say “See, I am near. Come to me”.
When we struggle to accept this beautiful invitation of divine love, burdened as we are by voices within and without that speak of dark places,
Remind us that we have been “chosen” to rise above hate, towards love of you, of others, and of self.
Jesus, travel with us towards your love. Amen
I hope you have found this collect a useful way into prayer on this well known passage from John about the World’s hatred for Christ and his followers. If you would like to receive the new collect I write each day (Monday to Saturday) then do click the subscribe button below. It is also lovely if you are able to share this collect with someone you know who may appreciate it.
With peace and best wishes, Steve