Wednesday Night
Prayer
As this day comes to a close, I quiet the noise of my thoughts and my efforts, and seek you in the stillness.
Refrain for the Evening
Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:14-16
Am I going into this evening carrying anxiety or worry in my heart? Lord, I open my hands now and give those things to you in prayer. Having laid my burdens at your feet, I receive the peace that will guard my heart and mind. (Philippians 4:6-7)
Refrain for the Evening
Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:14-16
Am I going into this evening fearful over something in my life? I take a deep breath now and consciously choose to trust you with my life and the lives of those I love. (Psalm 56:3)
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19
As I go to sleep, my Father, I praise you for sustaining me this day, and thank you for your blessings in it. Show me now where you have been answering prayers or how you were at work in my life today.
Evening Scripture
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Psalm 23
Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.
Proverbs 28:13
Father, sometimes I weary of searching my heart and looking at my failures. Help me see your heart of mercy for me and help me realize the bondage that my sin brings. As a loving heavenly Father you desire to set me free of it. Show me now what I need to confess to you that I could be free.
Lord, I forsake my wicked ways and thoughts and return to you. Thank you that your promise to me is that you will have compassion on me, you are my God and you will abundantly pardon (Isaiah 55:7). I trust now that I am forgiven.
Refrain for the Evening
Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 14:14-16
Closing Prayer
In peace I now lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety (Psalm 4:8). Grant rest this night, I pray; that tomorrow I would again seek your kingdom and your glory in all the earth. Amen.