Offertory Prayers — DavidSBell.org

Copyright © 2025 David S. Bell. Any local church, regardless of affiliation, may reprint any or all of these prayers provided that the following copyright notice appears: "Copyright © 2025 David S. Bell. Reprinted with permission from www.DavidSBell.org."

February 2, 2025 – Fourth Sunday after Epiphany

God of love, as we offer these gifts, we are reminded that without love, all our actions fall short of their true purpose. May this offering be a reflection of the love that never fails, and may it serve to build up your kingdom with faith, hope, and love as its foundation. Bless these gifts to spread your love to every heart they touch. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. I Corinthians 13:1-13

February 9, 2025 – Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

Faithful God, with hearts full of praise, we offer these gifts as a sign of our gratitude for your steadfast love and faithfulness. Just as you have exalted your name and your word above all things, may these offerings be used to glorify you and extend your grace to those in need. Bless our giving, that it may bring hope, strength, and light to all who seek you. Amen. Psalm 138

February 16, 2025 – Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

God of wisdom and discernment, we offer these gifts with trust in you, knowing that those who place their hope in you are like trees planted by the water, bearing fruit in every season. Bless these offerings that they may grow and flourish to bring life, healing, and renewal to others. May our giving reflect hearts rooted in faith and lives guided by your grace. We pray in Christ’s name. Amen. Jeremiah 17:5-10

February 23, 2025 – Seventh Sunday after Epiphany

Gracious God, we offer these gifts in response to your call to love and give abundantly, just as you have blessed us. May these offerings reflect your generosity and compassion, serving those in need and furthering your kingdom of justice and peace. We give knowing that our ministries return even to us – pressed down, shaken together, and overflowing with your grace. Amen. Luke 6:27-38

March 2, 2025 – Transfiguration Sunday

Holy God, as we offer these gifts, we are reminded of the glory revealed on the mountaintop and the voice from heaven declaring Jesus as your Child. May our offerings reflect the light and truth of Christ, shining brightly in the world. Help us through this church’s ministry to reveal your glory and bring others closer to you. In Jesus name, we pray. Amen. Luke 9:28-36

March 5, 2025 – Ash Wednesday

Gracious God, as we begin this Lenten journey on Ash Wednesday, we offer these gifts with humble hearts, not seeking the praise of others, but desiring to honor you. Just as we remember our mortality and need for repentance, may these offerings be a sign of our commitment to live faithfully, storing up treasures in heaven. Draw us closer to your love and grace during this season of renewal. We humbly pray. Amen. Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21

March 9, 2025 – First Sunday in Lent

Almighty God, as Jesus was tempted in the wilderness and overcame through the Holy Spirit, we offer these gifts as a testament to our trust in your provision and guidance. May they be used to strengthen your work in the world and to help those who are struggling. Bless these offerings that they may be a source of hope, truth, and renewal for all who receive them. Amen. Luke 4:1-13

March 16, 2025 – Second Sunday in Lent

Merciful God, as we offer these gifts, we remember the longing of Jesus to gather us under his wings like a hen gathers her chicks. May these offerings be a sign of our desire to follow Christ’s example of compassion, seeking the lost and caring for the vulnerable. We give to spread your love and peace to all who are in need, drawing us closer to your embrace. Amen. Luke 13:31-35

March 23, 2025 – Third Sunday in Lent

Gracious God, as we bring these gifts before you, we reflect on your call to bear fruit in our lives. Like the gardener tending the fig tree, we pray that you cultivate in us the ability to use our resources for good, to grow in faith, and to bear the fruit of love, kindness, and generosity. May our collective giving be fruitful in advancing the church’s mission and bring hope, healing, and transformation to all. Amen. Luke 13:1-9

March 30, 2025 – Fourth Sunday in Lent

Loving God, as we offer these gifts, we are reminded of your boundless love and mercy, exemplified in the parable of the prodigal son. Just as you welcome us home with open arms, may these offerings reflect our desire to serve others and bring them closer to your embrace. Bless these gifts, that they may help reconcile, heal, and restore lives, bringing glory to your name. Amen. Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

April 6, 2025 – Fifth Sunday in Lent

Gracious God, with hearts overflowing with gratitude, we present these gifts as a reflection of the abundance you have graciously poured into our lives. May they be used to provide food for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, and comfort for the brokenhearted, bringing renewal and hope to those who are weary. We seek for this offering to be a source of transformation, turning sorrow into joy and giving a taste of your love and grace to all who are in need. We pray in your holy name. Amen. Psalm 126

April 13, 2025 – Palm Sunday

Triumphant God, as we celebrate the arrival of Jesus with shouts of "Hosanna," we offer these gifts in honor of His entry into Jerusalem, where He came not in power, but in humility and peace. May our offerings today reflect the same willingness to serve, as we seek to share the love and hope of Christ with the world. We hope that the church’s ministry flowing from this money echoes the joy and salvation that Jesus brought to all creation. Amen. Luke 22:14-23:56

April 17, 2025 – Maundy Thursday

Loving God, as we remember Jesus washing His disciples' feet on this Maundy Thursday, we offer these gifts as a reflection of our desire to serve others with humility and love. May these offerings be used to spread your love and grace, just as Christ demonstrated through his selfless act. In the name of the One who sacrificed himself for us, we pray. Amen. John 13:1-17, 31b-35

April 18, 2025 – Good Friday

O God, we offer these gifts on this Good Friday in gratitude for Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice for our sins. May these offerings serve as a tangible expression of our commitment to follow Christ’s example of love, even in the face of hardship. We ask that these gifts bring comfort to the broken, hope to the lost, and peace to a world in need, reflecting the love and grace of Christ’s sacrifice. Amen. John 18:1-19:42

April 20, 2025 – Easter Sunday

Risen Christ, as we celebrate the miracle of your resurrection, we offer these gifts in thanksgiving for the new life you have given us. Just as Mary Magdalene found hope in the empty tomb, may these offerings be used to bring light and new beginnings to those in need. We seek to carry the message of your victory over death, bringing renewal, joy, and hope to all. Amen. John 20:1-18