Lord, hear our prayer:

Father, we thank you for those who have given everything for the sake of their faith in Christ; for those whose words and deeds have given hope to others; for those whose whole life has been lived in the assurance of your promise of eternal life; for those whose eyes have not been transfixed by the things of earth and the empty promises of instant pleasures for the moment; for those who have called us to seek your kingdom; and for those whose prayers and example have given us encouragement, hope and faith. For all your gifts, for your promises and your presence with us, we thank you, Lord in Jesus’ name.

Amen.

Some minor adaptation on some prayers.
David Clowes, 500 Prayers For All Occasions © 2003 by David C Cook Publishing
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