A Prayer in Remembrance of 9-11

It's only a few days until we remember the anniversary of 9-11. I wrote the following prayer to read in church on Sunday, Sept. 9th:

Almighty God, today we pause to remember the national tragedy of 9-11. This senseless act of terrorism that brought America to her knees just a few years ago reminds us that evil is very much a part of the world we live in. But you have told us to take courage, and that you have overcome the world, and to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Make us stand strong today.

Holy Father, you are the Prince of Peace. When other world religions tell us that they stand for peace, let your people remember that true peace comes only through a right relationship with God, through Jesus Christ. We ask you to bring peace to this world. It can happen. Our pastor reminded us a couple of weeks ago of your promise that all things are possible with God.

Comforting Savior, let your mercy be upon all those who suffered the most on that fateful day, that is, those who lost loved ones and close friends. Some of them are still reeling in despair to this day. I pray that they would receive peace that passes all understanding. Now, Lord, teach us to pray like you once taught your disciples.

Our Father, which art in Heaven,

Hallowed be thy Name.

Thy Kingdom come.

Thy will be done,

in earth as it is in Heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

As we forgive them that trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation;

But deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom, The power, and the glory,

Forever and ever. Amen.