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Rock Prayer for changing seasons Wisdom Lord, have mercy The Pianists and Musicians The Guarding of the God of Life Our Friend How can I endure? ** Rock Matthew 7:25 In the changing seasons, in the terrifying, changing world where landscapes are no longer recognisable, where things spin so quickly out of control, You are...

Matthew 7:25 In the changing seasons, in the terrifying, changing world where landscapes are no longer recognisable, where things spin so quickly out of control, You are the one still point. You are unchanging, always faithful, always present. In a world of shifting sands You are the rock on which I stand, I am secure...

Faithful Father, As the leaves change colour and fall we are reminded of life’s changing seasons. We become aware that time passes more quickly than we expect or plan for. Help us to make the most of each day You give us – and to be thankful. Thank you that through all the changing seasons...

How could Solomon with all God had given, A kingdom and wisdom, great riches besides, Fail to faithfully follow his Lord? – But seeking pleasure he turned aside. A wonderful temple he had constructed, With cedars from Lebanon and Ophir’s gold, Even Sheba’s queen travelled to see The wonder and splendour of what had been...

God, whose love is never failing Look with mercy upon me; My transgressions I’m bewailing – Wash my soul’s iniquity! Lord, have mercy; Lord, have mercy Set my guilty spirit free! Lord, I’ve sinned against You only – Done what’s evil in Your sight. Yet great wisdom You have shown me Shown what’s just and...

A long row of black and white keys You’d think you could master with ease! But blood, sweat, and tears And practice for years Are needed before one can please! Yes, singers must be in no doubt Musicians don’t simply come out To support all we singers With those skilful fingers – If they did,...

The God of life with guarding hold you, The loving Christ with guarding fold you, The Holy Spirit, guarding, mould you, Each night of life to aid, enfold you Each day and night of life uphold you. From Poems of the Western Highlanders

You’re the Alpha and Omega The beginning and the end. The God in whom we place our trust And utterly depend. You’re the One who’s all forgiving And kind and just and true, So merciful and powerful – Who can compare with You? You are mighty and majestic Yet gentle as a dove, Delighting in...

Lord, how can I endure this life of sorrow, unless You strengthen me with Your mercy and grace?  Do not turn Your face from me.  Do not withdraw Your consolation from me, lest my soul becomes like a waterless desert.  Teach me, O Lord, to do Your will, and to live humbly.  You alone know...

Security September Prayer A simple Sunday morning prayer NOAH Back to School Don’t let Love Fade As you did it to the least of these…. My daily labour to pursue ** Security (Jn1:4,5 Heb13:5) God knows the end from the beginning, He knows His purposes are good. When darkness hides the path and signposts, He...

(Jn1:4,5 Heb13:5) God knows the end from the beginning, He knows His purposes are good. When darkness hides the path and signposts, He keeps our feet on the safe road. His light shines in Jesus, true forever, Darkness a trick of troubled minds, God is real and travels with us Guards our steps before, behind....

Dear Father, September again! How quickly the months roll by. How quickly our lives move forward. Help us this September to welcome the new starts in our every-day lives – the new school year, the new clubs and activities for all ages that start up again this month. There are so many opportunities, so much...