Tag: Lent

Daily Devotions for February 26th, 2020

First day of LENT

Morning
Look Upward and Pray to hear and receive from God

Reading : JOHN 3 verse 5

Meditation : take time to consider what Jesus is saying here.
What are you challenged and encouraged by this morning?
How would you describe your relationship with the Living God?

Then take the time to Pray to this God, our God of new birth.
Look again at the verse as you turn to prayer

In Jesus’ Name
Amen!

Midday
Pray God’s blessing on the work of Edinburgh City Mission
O LORD God, have mercy on each and all and bless this work we ask.

Evening
Reading : read this verse again from JOHN 3
Reflect on the words…. And then pray to the LORD our God

Hear our evening prayers, O God, as this day ends.
We believe and trust in You and lay ourselves before You.
As we name others new to Christian living
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Lent Rhythm of Prayer and Devotion

As you step into the season of Lent tomorrow what will be your rhythm of Prayer and Devotion?

There are several avenues to follow at this time and the following websites/apps are worth considering..

Bible Society
TEARFUND
Prayermate
J John
Lectio 365

The Kirk Daily Devotions are also available each morning at 7am, Midday and in the Evening. These Devotions are available online and on social media as well as the church magazine.

May you experience Lenten blessings as you journey towards Easter itself.

Time Out Tuesday

As part of our rhythm of devotion and prayer as a church family we set aside the space above the Kirkgate Cafe each Tuesday…..a place with space….the Upper Room.

You are encouraged to take time out….on this particular Tuesday….the day before the season of Lent starts….

7.30am-7.30pm

Opportunities to pray with others

7.30-8am
12-12.30pm
2.45-3.45pm
7-7.30pm

Daily Devotions for Thursday 18th April, 2019

Morning
Look Upward and Pray to hear and receive from Father God

Reading : MARK 15 verses 1-20

Meditation : take time and consider this part of the Bible this morning.
Imagine the scene and those involved.
What is God saying to you today?

Then pray in response – as your day starts
Praying for those in leadership in our country.

(Pray your own words to the LORD God
In worship and thanks for what you have read,
In confession and need to be more like Jesus,
And for those who lead our nation at this time.)

O LORD, receive our praise and hear our prayers
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Midday
Pray the Lord’s Prayer as your midday prayer
(See Matthew 6 or the Prayer page on LK website)
Father God of grace and mercy…and hope, hear our prayers.

Evening
Reading : read this set passage again
Reflect on the verses at the end of your day
and Pray in response to Jesus – our Saviour
O Lord, hear our evening prayers
As we thank you for guiding us even this day.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Daily Devotions for 17th April, 2019

Morning
Look Upward and Pray to hear and receive from God, the Three in One

Reading : MARK 14 verses 66-72

Meditation : prayerfully consider these words this morning.
What words stays with you?
What is God saying to you today?
Is there a denial you need to confess?

Then pray in response to Jesus

O Lord
Teacher and Saviour
Forgive me
Help me
Even today
Amen and amen!

Midday
Pray the Prayer for the Month as your midday prayer
(See in the magazine or online under the Prayer tab on LK website)
God of grace and mercy…and hope, hear our prayers.

Evening
Reading : read the verses again from Mark 14
Reflect on the words you read and then pray in response
LORD God, Father God, our God, hear our evening prayers
As we confess our failures before you
As we receive your forgiveness
In Jesus’ name, Amen

Daily Devotions for 16th April, 2019

Upper Room day – time-out with God

Morning
Look Upward and Pray to hear and receive from Father God

Reading : MARK 14 verses 32-50

Meditation : consider these events and the people involved.
What is God saying to you today from this passage?
What is your response?
How would you describe your prayer life at this time?

Take time to Pray in response to the Lord – with honesty and humility

In Jesus’ Name
Amen.

Midday
Take time to listen for God to speak with you at this time of day
‘Thy Kingdom come’ Father God
LORD our God…thank you.

Evening
Reading : read the passage again about Jesus’ prayer and arrest
Reflect on the words and the events here…. And then pray to Father God in response
Father God, our gracious God, hear our evening prayers,
Forgive us
Help us
In Jesus’ name we ask, Amen.