Prayer for VP Day
A prayer for the 75th Anniversary of Victory in the Pacific - by the Rev Mark Charleston
Our Lord Jesus Christ said:
“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.”
Almighty God and Heavenly Father,
Whose kingdom rules over all and in whom there is perfect freedom. We give thanks this weekend for all who served in the defence of this country during the Second World War.
As we remember those men and women who served – in the ranks of our Navy, Army, Air Force and Merchant Navy - we thank you for their sacrifices, in conflict and in captivity, for the cause of peace and freedom.
We pray today for peace in our world.
Have mercy on our broken and divided world and banish the spirit that makes for war. We ask that leaders of nations and governments will pursue freedom, justice and the welfare of all peoples.
In an uncertain world, marked by senseless violence and selfishness, we pray for ourselves. Fill us with courage and love to share the good news of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Have mercy upon all who do not know life through faith in Him. By your Holy Spirit, turn the hearts of nations to our risen Lord Jesus – and to the peace with you that passes all understanding.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
