Prayer Diary for Holy Week
Holy Monday
We look back to Jesus’ time in the wilderness, tempted to compromise and reject the demanding and costly path of suffering, humiliation and death. Forgive us that so often we choose the easy option, conforming rather than risk rejection or confrontation.
Holy Tuesday
We give thanks that Jesus continued on his way, fulfilling the purpose for which he came. Help us to faithfully pray for those who declare their faith despite hostility and opposition.
Holy Wednesday
As we think about the last week before Jesus faced the cross we are aware of the denial, rejection and abandonment he experienced. May we not deny our faith through our lack of thought, failure to speak and our reluctance to act.
Maundy Thursday
As many of us will remember the sharing of bread and wine today, we also think about the anguish in Gethsemane as Jesus faced the awful cost of his calling. May we bow as we think of his arrest, brutal interrogation and humiliation. We offer our love as we marvel at what Jesus was willing to bear for us.
Good Friday
After enduring turmoil of mind, pain and sorrow, Jesus surrendered his broken body and spirit to the Father. Above all today we come to offer thanks for the great love shown to us. Jesus gave without counting the cost. May we be willing to offer our willing discipleship as we live and work for God’s kingdom.
Holy Saturday
As we have considered Holy Week, may the truth of Easter break into each of our situations, bringing us help and healing, strength and support. Give us comfort and courage, help and hope, faith and freedom and love and life.
Easter Day
We give thanks for today and all it means to us. The assurance that love is stronger than anything else. We give praise for the triumphant message of resurrection which gives us hope, joy and new life. Help us to remember that resurrection is about constant new beginnings. May this inspire us as we live for the Lord. Christ is risen, He is risen indeed.