Offertory Prayers — DavidSBell.org

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June 8, 2025 – Pentecost

Holy Spirit, you lead us as children of God, heirs to His promises. On this day of Pentecost, we celebrate the outpouring of your Spirit, which empowers and unites us. As we offer these gifts, may they be used to spread the fire of your love and to proclaim the good news, so that all might experience the fullness of life in Christ. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen. Romans 8:14-17

June 15, 2025 – Trinity Sunday

Holy and Wise God, on this Trinity Sunday, we marvel at the mystery of your eternal presence – Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer. As your wisdom calls out to all creation, we offer these gifts in response to that call. May our offerings serve to honor the beauty and unity of your divine work, revealed through the wonder of your creation. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we pray. Amen. Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31

June 22, 2025 – Second Sunday after Pentecost

God of unity, in Christ, we are all one. As we bring our gifts to you, may they reflect the inclusiveness of your love, breaking down barriers and building bridges. Use these offerings to foster unity and equality in our church, our community, and our world. In your holy name, Amen. Galatians 3:23-29

June 29, 2025 – Third Sunday after Pentecost

Lord, as we follow you, we know that the journey requires sacrifice and commitment. We bring these gifts today, not out of obligation, but as a sign of our dedication to your mission. Help us to offer not just our resources but our lives, fully devoted to your work. Now and forever, we pray. Amen. Luke 9:51-62

July 6, 2025 – Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Gracious God, we come before you with hearts full of gratitude for your healing power and steadfast love. As you have turned our mourning into dancing, we offer these gifts as signs of our joy and devotion, knowing that you use them for good in the world. May they be a source of light and hope to all who are in need. Amen. Psalm 30

July 13, 2025 – Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Lord Jesus, you have delivered us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of your Son. We offer our gifts today as a reflection of our gratitude for your redemption and forgiveness. May these offerings further your work of reconciliation and transformation in the world. In the name of Christ, Amen. Colossians 1:1-14

July 20, 2025 – Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

God, we are often like Martha, distracted by many things, but today we choose to sit at your feet. As we present our offerings, may they be a reminder of our commitment to prioritize you above all else, trusting that you will meet our every need. Help us to be attentive to your voice and faithful in our service. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Luke 10:38-42

July 27, 2025 – Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Father, we come with open hearts, asking for your guidance and daily provision. As we give, we remember your promise to provide for us and teach us to be generous in all things. May these gifts be a reflection of our trust in your goodness. We pray in your holy name. Amen. Luke 11:1-13

August 3, 2025 – Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

O God, you remind us that life does not consist in the abundance of possessions, but in the richness of a relationship with you. We offer our gifts today, not out of obligation, but out of a desire to lay up treasure in heaven. Use these offerings to further your mission and to help us grow as your faithful stewards. In your grace, we pray. Amen. Luke 12:13-21

August 10, 2025 – Nineth Sunday after Pentecost

Lord, you call us to seek justice, to defend the oppressed, and to care for the widows and orphans. As we give today, may our offerings reflect your heart for the marginalized and be a means of bringing about the justice that you desire. Teach us to live lives that honor you in every way. In your reconciling love, we pray. Amen. Isaiah 1:1, 10-20

August 17, 2025 – Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

God, you have come to bring peace, yet you warn us that following you will often bring division. As we offer our gifts, may they be a sign of our willingness to stand with you, yet be compassionate toward all. Use these offerings to spread your message of love and truth. Glory be to You, Lord, now and forever. Amen. Luke 12:49-56

August 24, 2025 – Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

Loving God, you bring freedom to those who are bound and healing to those who are hurting. As we offer our gifts today, we pray that they will be used to bring release to the captives and comfort to the oppressed. May our actions reflect your love for all people. We pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. Luke 13:10-17

August 31, 2025 – Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Gracious God, you have shown us the depths of our unfaithfulness and our need for your mercy. We offer these gifts in repentance, asking that they be used to bring restoration and healing to a broken world. May our giving to this offering be a small act of our desire to return to you each and every day. We humbly pray. Amen. Jeremiah 2:4-13