I was honored to pray at the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce today, representing both Union University and CIL. Here is a portion of the prayer which speaks to the national conversation occurring in light of last week’s expressions of evil:
“Almighty God,
We take this moment to pause and acknowledge your greatness, power, and love.
Our nation is currently mourning the senseless loss of life manifested in mass killings.
We pray for comfort, strength, and wisdom to the communities of
Gilroy, California.
El Paso, Texas.
Dayton, Ohio.
We pray for protection over Hendersonville, Tennessee.
Root out the evil that lurks.
The evil in the shadows of our city.
And the evil in the shadows of our hearts.
We thank you that you are a God who loves all people.
We pray that we follow your example, Christ;
so, that prejudice and racism will eradicate from our culture.
Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.”
Aaron's Angle 